Drowning claims more than 260,000 lives each year; WHO head Tedros Ghebreyesus says most deaths preventable.

EU Commission extends marketing license of Danish pharma company Bavarian Nordic’s smallpox vaccine.

Egypt views GERD as existential threat to its water share from the Nile.

Gideon Sa'ar due in Morocco for his first official visit starting Monday.

Businessman identified as Hussein al-Shammari.

Parliamentary report criticizes 'absence of a credible government strategy' to deal with crisis.

Scorching heat wave adds to already dire conditions of millions of civilians who take shelter in northwestern Idlib province due to civil war.

UN must do its part to remove indirect restrictions on Russian grain exports, says Kremlin spokesman.

President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. delivers his first state of the nation address to a joint sitting of the parliament streamed live.

Mobs go wild in capital Port Moresby, causing mayhem as common people rushed for safety, says local daily.

Evacuation of people likely as officials warn Sakurajima volcano 'becoming very active'.

Moscow faring better than expected as it still has ways to earn, pinch of sanctions likely in near future, says expert.

Executions carried out over weekend, military regime denied bodies to their families, says local daily.

In a speech, Rajnath Singh said Pakistan-administered Kashmir is part of India.

60 people were on board twin-engine speed boat believed to be heading to US state of Florida.

Residents told to stay indoors and shut their windows after blazes spread across several areas.

Turkish navy drone records footage of pushback by Greek forces in Aegean Sea.

Preparations begin for ports to be operational again in line with deal signed in Istanbul, says Ukrainian Sea Ports Authority.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Monday, July 25, 2022.

Crisis underscores 'desperate need for pan-European action to effectively tackle climate change,' says WHO Europe head.

WHO has declared monkeypox outbreak a global health emergency.

Nearly 100 firefighters, 19 vehicles, 7 planes, a helicopter engaged in ground, air operations.

Moscow will have to pause in some way, giving Ukraine opportunity to strike back, says Richard Moore.

Heavy rains in Fars province caused flooding from Rodbal dam in Estahban province, says state media.

'He lied, he bullied, he betrayed his oath,' says US Rep. Bennie Thompson.

Ankara favors continuation of Russian, Ukrainian cooperation, says Hulusi Akar.

More than 16,000 cases now reported in 75 countries, territories, says WHO chief.

5-day visit will see pope meet Indigenous survivors, families.

Lisa Smith, member of the Irish Defense Forces from 2001 to 2011, traveled to Syria in 2015.

Not possible for Türkiye to accept it, incompatible with principle of good neighborly relations, says Erdogan.

Ahmad Idris indicted on 14 counts including conspiracy, criminal breach of trust, money laundering.

More than 50% of Russian oil transported by Greek tankers, says Reporters United.

Istanbul-based center being tasked with enabling 'safe transportation, by merchant ships, of' food, fertilizer.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres attend signing ceremony with Ukrainian, Russian delegates.

Josep Borell denounces Russia for its ‘total disregard for international law’ after signing Istanbul grain export deal.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Sunday, July 24, 2022.

25-30M kids globally take chess class at least once a week, says director-general of International Chess Federation.

Islamophobia, violence against Muslims supported by the ruling party have made Hindu nationalists even more daring.

Mario Draghi submits his resignation to president after 3 key parties of his national unity coalition shun confidence vote on Wednesday.

Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu says Turkish forces only target terrorist organizations.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Thursday, July 21, 2022.

While the future of Britain’s leadership may remain uncertain, its geostrategic and trade footprint would likely continue to remain relevant as Britain remains outside the EU.

As West sends more long-range weapons into Ukraine, geographical aims of Russian troops will move even further, says foreign minister.

Clauses in intergovernmental agreement between Ankara and Baku show priority will be given to Türkiye in capacity expansion and supply increase works related to TANAP.

Iran's foreign minister holds talks with his Syrian counterpart in Tehran.

Bloc’s new emergency plan prepares for full cut of Russian gas supply in winter.

European Commission can't ignore how a court of law found Greek authorities’ actions in clear violation of convention, says lecturer at Istanbul-based Turkish-German University.

Sweden, Finland formally applied to join transatlantic alliance in June.

3 candidates competed to win presidency.

'People will never look at the sky the same way again,' says Brian Odom, NASA's acting chief historian.

More than 27,000 hectares destroyed by 300 fires across country.

Kerala high court reportedly orders seizure of MV MAIA-I for failing to pay around $23,500 in fuel charges to Estonian firm.

There is a strong will between the 2 countries to enhance cooperation, says Ambassador Nilgün Erdem Ari.

Investigation aims to ‘shed light’ on case, says prosecutor general.

United, independent Syria free of foreign presence will restore peace and contribute to stability and security of its neighbors, says Ebrahim Raisi.

Leaders express determination to stand against separatist agendas aimed at undermining sovereignty, territorial integrity of Syria.

Committee vote met without opposition, sending matter to full Senate.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Ankara sees no difference between terrorist organizations.

President Erdogan criticizes US aiding and working with YPG/PKK terrorists in northern Syria, close to Türkiye's border.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, July 20, 2022.

A day from the premier’s key speech in parliament, business, political and religious actors ask him to rethink resignation.

Sheikh Mohammed Sabah Al-Salem named to form new government.

Amid reports of August visit by Nancy Pelosi, Beijing urges Washington to 'stop official exchanges' with Taipei.

9,200 hectares of forests destroyed by fires in northern Morocco.

Hopes of finding over 2 dozen missing passengers fading, says official.

Incident took place in North China’s Tianjin municipality.

Yusuf Zahab's death should be no surprise to governments that have outsourced responsibility for their nationals held in horrific conditions, says official.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan says terrorist organizations like PJAK, FETO, PKK are 'troublemakers' for both Ankara and Tehran.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Tuesday, July 19, 2022.

Russian president vows to beat 'colossal' high-tech problems caused by Western sanctions.

Serbia's Aleksandar Vucic blasts move on visit to World War II concentration camp, saying Serbian people will 'live and never forget'.

Ranil Wickremesinghe's announcement comes ahead of election of new president later this week.

Beijing's statement comes in response to desire by new government in Manila to restart infrastructure building.

Top EU diplomats discuss import ban on Russian gold, amendment of sanction at meeting in Brussels.

Sinan built over 350 structures, including 82 grand mosques, 52 small mosques, 55 madrasas, 48 bathhouses, 36 palaces along with many others.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin's English Desk plans to cover on Monday, July 18, 2022.

On eve of International Nelson Mandela Day, Capt. Dinka, who guarded Mandela during guerilla training in Ethiopia recalls his days with anti-apartheid icon.

National flag carrier has busiest day in its history on Friday, says official.

Daesh/ISIS still maintains sleeper cells in Iraq and periodically launches attacks.

On World Day for International Justice, legal experts urge expanding, strengthening digital courts to reduce pendency.

Fugitive Yilmaz Aytan's extradition was requested by Turkish Justice Ministry for crimes of 'forming/leading' armed terror group.

For 2nd time this month, Indian passenger plane makes unplanned landing in Pakistan.

Neutralized terrorist, who provided ideological, armed training to new recruits, was part of PKK's so-called military wing.

2 candidates tribal lady Draupadi Murmu backed by ruling alliance and ace politician Yashwant Sinha, supported by opposition are in fray.

‘It is out of question for Türkiye to shoulder more burden or to be part of initiative, at third countries' request,’ says Foreign Ministry spokesperson.

Pilot of plane heading from Serbia to Bangladesh requested emergency landing but failed to reach airport.

US President Joe Biden visited Israel, Saudi Arabi, Iran's two arch-foes, on his maiden regional tour.

234 people killed or injured over past 5 days in Cite Soleil neighborhood of Port-au-Prince, says UN spokesperson.

Gulf Cooperation Council commits $10 billion, US pledges $1 billion, Saudi state news agency cites statement.

Footage shows migrants being pushed back by Greek coast guard forces in Aegean Sea, says Turkish National Defense Ministry.

Pilot requested to make emergency landing but failed to reach airport.

More than 12,000 people evacuated as fires keep spreading, efforts ongoing to contain blaze.

Egypt ceded sovereignty over Tiran, Sanafir islands to Saudi Arabia in 2016.

UK's Rwanda plan 'may have motivated' migrants to travel from UK to Ireland, Irish premier says.

Migrants face discrimination for allegedly committing crime, taking jobs from locals.

US offered up to $20 million for Caro Quintero’s capture.

Parliament speaker accepts Gotabaya Rajapaksa's resignation, process to choose successor to begin Saturday.

Northern Italy is facing water scarcity amid hottest summer since 1945.

US President Joe Biden visits Saudi Arabia as part of regional tour.

US President Joe Biden said two-state solution ‘seems far away'.