Russian Heatwave Kills 5,000 As Fires Rage Out Of Control -- The Telegraph
Russia's devastating summer heatwave has cost almost 5,000 lives, according to officials who conceded yesterday that the state was struggling to gain control over the worst wildfires in decades.
The ministry for emergencies issued an urgent call for volunteers to join fire brigades to bolster the fight against the peat and forest fires raging out of control around Moscow.
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MIDDLE EAST
Facebook, YouTube and Twitter are the new tools of protest in the Arab world (commentary).
Gaza power plant shuts down citing lack of fuel.
Four Iraqi police die in Baghdad raid.
U.S. combat in Iraq: Not over till it's over (commentary).
Israel-Lebanon border clash has Israel complaining of Hezbollah's influence. Lines blur between Hezbollah, Lebanese army.
ASIA
8 aid workers found slain in northern Afghanistan.
Pakistan floods affect 14 million. Zardari's trip to Europe fuels resentment as Pakistan reels from deadly floods.
Ex-Pakistan spy chief: Afghanistan war 'lost cause'.
Kashmir burns again as India responds to dissent with violence.
Kyrgyzstan says coup attempt foiled.
Poll shows Australian government heading for poll defeat.
AFRICA
White House party for Africa leaves out leaders.
Rwanda government critics in fear as election approaches. Facing life in jail, the woman who dared to take on Paul Kagame.
Analysis: Kenya constitution to take time.
Sudan denies aid agencies access to Darfur camp.
Questions and answers on Africa's blood diamonds.
EUROPE
Poland demands Russia share findings on plane crash.
Dutch opponent of Muslims gains ground.
Russia accuses US of arms control breaches.
German spies may face punishment over Internet use.
AMERICAS
With Uribe era ending, Colombia looks back and ahead. Colombian prepares for inauguration of Juan Manuel Santos. Colombia's new president to be sworn in amid tensions.
Responders to Gulf oil spill wrap up defining week.
Triumphant homecoming (in his private jet) for hip-hop star Wyclef Jean as cheering Haitians back his bid to become president.
Fourteen dead in prison riot in northern Mexico.
Cuba demands removal from U.S. terror list.
First Lady’s trip to Spain draws criticism.
TERRORISM/THE LONG WAR
State Department: Iran supports Taliban, Iraqi militants.
Britain, Pakistan pledge unity in 'anti-terror' fight.
Top U.S. court refuses to halt Khadr Guantanamo trial.
Al-Qaida in Iraq offers cash to lure former allies.
ECONOMY/FINANCE/BUSINESS
HP CEO abruptly resigns amid harassment claims.
Google accused of betraying internet golden rule in net neutrality row.
Saudi says deal reached on BlackBerry services.
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