Putin Accuses Ukraine of Interfering in Russian Parliamentary Elections

Trump Eyes Greenland to Strengthen Golden Dome Missile Shield Against Russia, China

President Trump is pursuing a deal involving Greenland as part of a broader strategy to bolster the United States' Golden Dome missile defense system. The administration aims to have the Golden Dome fully operational by January 2029, with an estimated cost of $175 billion. However, analysts and critics have cast doubt on both the ambitious timeline and the steep price tag. Adding to concerns, interceptor tests conducted over the past two decades have recorded a success rate of only around 50%, and those tests were carried out under conditions far less demanding than a real-world attack scenario.

Trump to Meet Venezuela's Acting President Rodriguez at UN General Assembly

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to meet Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. The meeting marks the first high-level engagement between the two nations since former President Nicolas Maduro was removed from power in January. Discussions are expected to focus on Venezuela's energy sector and a recently signed oil reserves agreement. The diplomatic encounter signals a potential shift in U.S.-Venezuela relations following the change in Caracas's leadership. Meanwhile, Venezuelan opposition figure Maria Corina Machado faces an uncertain situation regarding her ability to return to the country.

Humpy beats Tsolakidou as India women stay unbeaten at Chess Olympiad

Koneru Humpy defeated Greek player Stavroula Tsolakidou at the Chess Olympiad, avenging recent losses against her in the Global Chess League. The win helped India's women's team maintain their unbeaten streak in the tournament. In the open section, D Gukesh bounced back with a victory over Italy's Sabino Brunello after his rating had dipped below 2700. India's open team won their match 3-1, with both the men's and women's sides continuing their strong runs in the competition.

Iran war costs US $45.1 bn; fatalities possibly higher than 18 reported by Pentagon