July 18, 2026
More than 100 homes destroyed as large fire breaks out in Norway
On July 17, a massive fire in Norway destroyed over 100 homes in Krokstadelva. About 400 evacuated, 10 injured by smoke, two hospitalized.
July 18, 2026
Magnitude 5.0 Earthquake Strikes Southeastern Turkey
A magnitude 5.0 earthquake struck southeastern Turkey on July 18. No casualties or damage reported, AFAD says. Tremors felt in multiple provinces.
July 18, 2026
Venezuela Reports Over 5,000 Dead in Earthquake
Venezuela reports over 5,000 dead from two powerful earthquakes on June 24; 16,740 injured, 17,907 homeless. Authorities allocate $346 million for relief.
July 18, 2026
Israel Allows Crocodiles to Guard Prison Perimeters
Israel's Itamar Ben-Gvir gets approval to use Nile crocodiles for prison security, overcoming environmental opposition by reclassifying the reptiles as farm-raised.
July 18, 2026
Foreigners Caught Trying to Smuggle Over Two Tons of Fuel Out of Kazakhstan
In East Kazakhstan region, authorities thwarted an attempt to illegally export over 2 tonnes of diesel fuel to China. Chinese nationals had equipped vehicles with hidden tanks. The violators were fined.
July 18, 2026
Iran warns US of shift to 'total annihilation' phase
Iran threatens US with transition to total annihilation phase if attacks continue. Mohsen Rezaei warns of possible strikes on US bases, reports infohub.kz.
July 18, 2026
Meteorite Brings Rare Amino Acids to Earth
Scientists discover rare amino acids in a meteorite that crashed through a New Jersey home in 2024, shedding light on early Earth's water and organic origins.
July 17, 2026
Middle East escalation: US strikes Iran, Tehran hits Gulf bases
The US launched new strikes on southern Iran; Tehran retaliated with attacks on bases in Kuwait, Qatar, and Bahrain. Tensions mount in the Strait of Hormuz.
July 17, 2026
20 Children Killed in School Bus Crash in Uganda
A school bus accident in Uganda has left 20 children and one adult dead. Police have launched an investigation and the bodies have been sent for identification.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan brings volunteerism to UN platform in New York
A photo exhibition, panel discussion, and publication presentation on volunteerism in Asia, initiated by Kazakhstan, took place at UN headquarters in New York.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan Refinery Ships First Gasoline to Russia Amid Fuel Shortage
In July 2026, Kazakhstan's Kondensat refinery exported 1,000 tons of gasoline to Russia amid a fuel crisis, receiving 9,000 tons of aviation kerosene in return.
July 17, 2026
Eight dead after mountain slope collapse in China
Eight people died and 34 are missing after a mountain slope collapse in Chongqing, China. Rescuers have pulled 10 people from the rubble.
July 17, 2026
Kyrgyzstan Sees Fivefold Surge in Emergency Incidents
Kyrgyzstan recorded 33 emergencies in Jan-June 2026, a fivefold increase from the previous year, with 24 fatalities. Fires and mudflows led to extensive rescue operations protecting homes and land.
July 17, 2026
Gasoline prices soar in Afghanistan after Russia slashes fuel exports
Russian companies cut gasoline and aviation fuel exports to Afghanistan by 34% and 92% respectively in June, driving up prices at the pump while diesel supplies increased.
July 17, 2026
Kazakhstan man wanted by Interpol arrested at Turkish resort
A Kazakh national wanted by Interpol for fraud since 2022 was arrested in Turkey and deported. The suspect allegedly defrauded victims of over 6 million tenge.
July 17, 2026
Nearly 5,000 killed in Venezuela earthquakes
Death toll from Venezuela earthquakes reaches 4,930; over 16,000 injured, nearly 18,000 homeless. UN and NASA estimate even greater damage, with up to 50,000 people possibly missing.
July 17, 2026
Southern Kazakhstan residents fry eggs on pavement as temperatures hit 48°C
Southern Kazakhstan bakes under extreme heat up to 48°C; residents fry eggs on pavement, emergency services hand out water and ice cream. Forecast and health warnings.
July 17, 2026
US Strikes Iranian Airport, Iran Hits Base in Bahrain
US and Iran exchange strikes: US attacks Iranshahr airport and other targets; Iran hits US base in Bahrain with drones. Rising casualties.
July 16, 2026
Air Astana Suspends Flights to Dubai Through End of Summer
Air Astana suspends flights to Dubai from July 21 to August 31 due to worsening situation in the Strait of Hormuz. Passengers offered refunds or rebooking.
July 16, 2026
Air Astana Suspends Dubai Flights Until August 31
Air Astana suspends Dubai flights from July 21 to August 31 due to Strait of Hormuz tensions. Passengers can get refunds, reschedule for free, or rebook.
July 16, 2026
UK prosecutors re-freeze $32.7M London mansion sold by Nurali Aliyev
UK prosecutors re-freeze a $32.7M London mansion sold by Nurali Aliyev to Chinese-Cambodian businessman Yu Tsung amid suspicions of allegedly illicit funds.
July 16, 2026
Data Center Valley and Humanoids: Kazakhstan and China Sign $15 Billion in Deals
Kazakhstan and China signed over 70 agreements worth $15 billion, covering data centers, humanoid robots, electric cars, port in Kuryk, and AI training.
July 16, 2026
Kazakhstan resumes aviation fuel supplies via Georgia after 8-year hiatus
Batumi Oil Terminal resumed aviation kerosene transshipment to Kazakhstan after an 8-year hiatus. The first 10,000-ton batch was delivered via the Black Sea.
July 16, 2026
Meteorologists explain the causes of abnormal heatwave in Kazakhstan
Kazhydromet explains the causes of Kazakhstan's abnormal heatwave, with temperatures reaching +46°C, citing a combination of global warming and an anticyclone. Forecast for July 2026 included.
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