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1. Some Russians are turning on Putin as drones hit Moscow. Does it matter?

   

   After the largest Ukrainian drone offensive on the Russian capital and other strikes on energy infrastructure, confidence in Putin's leadership has seemed to waver among civilians and prominent nationalists alike. But analysts are skeptical whether it is enough to turn the tide.

2. 2nd ship struck in Strait of Hormuz as attacks between Iran and U.S. escalate

   

   A tanker reported being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday, Britain's maritime security agency said, after the United States and Iran each launched strikes in the worst escalation since they signed their interim peace deal.

3. Venezuelans on the front line of earthquake relief: 'It's all improvisation'

   

   As the official death toll continues to rise following Wednesday's earthquakes, Venezuelans say the civilian population has shouldered the brunt of the rescue and recovery work.

4. Heat wave in Europe shatters records in Denmark, Switzerland and Czech Republic

   

   Temperatures hit record highs from Switzerland to the Czech Republic and Denmark on Saturday, as a heat wave that baked western European countries this week moves to central and eastern parts of the continent.

5. At the 2026 World Cup, Iraqi Shias reconcile celebration with grief during holy month

   

   Soccer fans usually feel upbeat emotions when watching their national team play in a FIFA World Cup for the first time in 40 years. But this year, some Iraqi supporters have had to balance cheering the national team with observing the Shia Islamic month of mourning.