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Lukashenko Responds to Rumors of Ill Health: 'I'm Not Going To Die'
Rumors have swirled about the Belarusian president's health since his appearance at Victory Day celebrations in Moscow on May 9.
Typhoon Mawar Path, Track Update as 'Direct Hit' Expected for Guam
Meteorologists expect the Category 4 storm to make landfall on U.S. territory Wednesday afternoon, bringing catastrophic winds and life-threatening storm surge.
Russia Evacuates Its Civilians in Belgorod After Attacks
Russia says it repelled attackers in Belgorod, but the region's governor warned evacuated citizens to not return until he says it's safe.
Three Big Problems Ukrainian F-16s Could Face Against Russia
There are "lots of challenges, lots of questions," remaining around F-16s even as Ukraine appears closer than ever to securing Western fighter jets.
Multimillion-Dollar Whale Vomit Plot Foiled by Police
A massive haul of ambergris, often referred to as whale vomit because it orginates inside whales' intestines, was seized from smugglers by Indian authorities.
Video Shows Russian Tank Annihilated in 'One Shot' Strike
Since the start of the war in Ukraine, Russia has lost nearly 2,000 tanks, 1,219 of which were destroyed, according to the open-source outlet Oryx.
China Fears U.S. Debt Default as Much as Anyone
A debt default in the United States is likely to lead to a global financial crisis that would hit the Chinese economy too.
Pillaging Inside Russia as Defectors Claim to Have Taken 'Trophy Equipment'
The Freedom of Russia Legion captured BTR-82A armored personnel carriers—Russia's main armored vehicle—in Belgorod, Newsweek has been told.
Russia Loses 40 Artillery Systems in One Day: Ukraine
Artillery has played a key role in operations for both Russia and Ukraine and has been a large part of Western military aid packages to Kyiv.
Russians in Belgorod Asked To Be Invaded, Defectors Say: 'Tired of War'
A member of the Freedom for Russia Legion said that the residents of Belgorod had asked for their help.
How Many F-16s Does Ukraine Need To Win The War? Not as Many as You Think
Kyiv has asked for 200 F-16 aircraft, according to reports, and President Volodymyr Zelensky has doubled down on requests for a "coalition of fighter jets."
Rare Albino Anteater Spotted in Brazil
Alvinho the albino giant anteater might be the only one of his kind, with the first and only other albino of the species having been found dead in 2021.
Videos Show 'Free Russia' Flag Floating Over Moscow
The Freedom of Russia Legion shared images and videos of the flag after its fighters crossed into Russia's Belgorod region.
Wagner Boss Blames Russian Government for Not Defending Belgorod
Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said that Vladimir Putin was aware of an attempt by a "Ukrainian sabotage group" to attack the Belgorod region.
Explosions in Belgorod As Russia Faces 'Multi Domain Security Threat'
Stephen Horrell, of the Center for European Policy Analysis, told Newsweek partisan clashes in Belgorod fit "hand in glove" with Kyiv's counteroffensive plans.
Ukraine Shoots Down Russian Mi-24 Helicopter Using Igla MANPADS
The helicopter crashed close to the Donetsk settlement of New York, not far from the city of Horlivka in eastern Ukraine, according to Ukraine's military.
Ukraine's Army Will See 'Long-Term Significance' From F-16s: Ex-Ambassador
Michael McFaul, former U.S. ambassador to Russia, said the transfer of modern weaponry to Ukraine will leave it as one of the "best-trained" armies in Europe.
Putin Propagandist Floats Terrorist Attacks Against West Over Ukraine Aid
A Russian-state TV analyst said "blood should be flowing" over Western support for Ukraine.
Vast Pile of Discarded Clothes in Desert Is So Big It's Visible From Space
The enormous pile of clothing, which contains discarded items from all over the world, is in the Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth.
Russia Removes Nuclear Munitions From Belgorod Amid Conflict: Ukraine
Russia's use of nuclear weapons "is practically zero," a nuclear expert told Newsweek.
Russia Goes After Donald Trump's Enemies
Russia has announced an additional 500 U.S. citizens are barred from the country in response to new U.S. sanctions over Russia's war with Ukraine.
Why Russia's Superior Jet Will Lose Against Ukrainian F-16s
The Su-35s are adapted from Moscow's Su-27 jets and are considered to be among Russia's most advanced 4.5 generation fighters.