World · Important news for 18 August 2026
China announces new border regulations tightening exit rules
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema wins second term
Zelenskyy vows response after Russian strikes kill ten in overnight attack
Following a Russian attack that killed 10 people and injured others, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that Ukraine will respond with strikes.
- Ten people reported killed in overnight Russian attack across multiple Ukrainian areas
- President Zelenskyy vows kinetic response against Russia
Australian parliament secures bipartisan deal to pass gambling advertising restrictions
US gas prices hit record August highs amid stalled Iran talks and Middle East conflict
DR Congo Ebola outbreak becomes country's deadliest on record
Labor and Coalition poised to reach deal on gambling reforms in Australia
Zambia president Hichilema pulls ahead in reelection bid
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