CHIPS and Science Act to boost American semiconductor research, development, production, White House says.

Decision to allow asylum seekers to cross border on day of their hearings and stay in US while waiting for outcome.

Countries trying to 'punish' Russia are already footing the bill, says spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.

Crisis emerged between Israel, Russia after Moscow's move to outlaw Jewish Agency in Russia.

We want to go back if Syria becomes safe again, says a camp resident.

China determined to link East and South China Seas, says Taiwan’s Foreign Minister Joseph Wu.

1 carries corn to South Korea, other carries bulk sunflower meal to Istanbul, says Turkish Defense Ministry.

OSCE welcomes Türkiye's humanitarian aid to Afghanistan, says Helga Maria Schmid at 13th Ambassadors Conference in Ankara.

'It was the kind of trial that Ahmaud Arbery did not receive before he was shot and killed,' says federal judge.

Implementation of Turkish-brokered Black Sea Grain Initiative is crucial for global food security, says Swiss Foreign Ministry.

So far, World Bank mobilized nearly $13B in emergency financing, of which $6.3B disbursed as of end of July.

China justifies downgrading military dialogue with US as Beijing says military exercises aimed to ‘warn those who cause trouble’.

Top US diplomat in South Africa on 1st leg of Africa trip seen as bid to counter Russian influence.

Abdulhamid Han drill ship is 'symbol of Türkiye's new vision' in field of energy, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says.

Prices of gold gained 0.5%, platinum 4.2%, sugar 2.3%, cocoa 0.6%, while wheat prices fell 3.9%, corn 1.8%, soybean 4%, Brent 9.2%.

Dozens of flights canceled, delayed as latest round of industrial action, which includes weekly stoppages, kicks off.

Egyptian-brokered cease-fire took effect in Gaza late Sunday.

Soaring gas prices will particularly impact lower-income households, head of German Tenants' Association says.

Foreign Minister Lavrov to lead Moscow's delegation in high-level gathering this year.

More than estimated 476M indigenous people live in 90 countries around the world, according to UN.

Enemies of Greece desire weak National Intelligence Service, says Kyriakos Mitsotakis.

Moscow appreciates Türkiye's peace efforts but Ukrainian negotiators 'left radar,' says Kremlin spokesman.

Canada, those responsible must be held accountable for physical, mental and sexual abuse at residential schools, say survivors.

No loss of personnel or military equipment, 'adequate retaliatory measures' taken, says Defense Ministry.

Crisis in Ukraine 'once again demonstrated the worth of Türkiye,' says Mevlut Cavusoglu.

Under Türkiye-brokered deal, 4 ships carrying over 170,000 tons of corn planned to reach Turkish ports.

Over 22M voters will elect new president, parliament next week.

4 more ships will anchor in Istanbul this evening.

4-day military drills were scheduled to end on Sunday.

Temperatures to rise above 30 C, Met Office says amid warnings of drought.

Colombia faces historic shift with arrival of Petro and first Black female vice president in nation’s history.

Antonio Guterres calls on all sides to observe agreement.

Ankara's decision to establish 30-kilometer-deep safe zone along southern border remains, president tells Turkish ambassadors.

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Israeli attacks on Gaza left 29 Palestinians dead, over 250 injured.

At least 29 Palestinians killed in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza since Friday.

Kingdom calls for providing protection to civilians.

Turkish Foreign Ministry calls on Israel not to allow 'provocative actions' violating status of Al-Aqsa Mosque in occupied East Jerusalem.

29 Palestinians killed, dozens injured in Israeli airstrikes in Gaza.

4 more ships planned to leave Ukrainian ports on Sunday, says Turkish National Defense Ministry.

6 children among victims of Israeli airstrikes, according to Palestinian Health Ministry.

Joe Biden tests negative for 2nd consecutive day, his doctor says in statement.

Dhankar defeats opposition nominee Margaret Alva by 346 votes.

Josep Borrell demands international nuclear experts' access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant.

Drill on Bohai Sea to be held Aug. 8 - Sept. 8, another on Yellow Sea from Aug. 7 - 15.

Environmentalists say changes happening rapidly at base camp due to climate change, human activity.

Households, businesses implementing small measures to conserve energy, reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Many Zimbabwean mothers are quitting exclusive breastfeeding as they should focus on working to put food on their tables.

Ecotourism park hosts more than 62 plant species and over 100 bird species.

Emergency crews say victims suffered life-threatening injuries.

Rising value of US dollar, which makes dollar-indexed crude oil more expensive for traders, is limiting price upticks.

Why is India afraid of asking Kashmiris what they want through a plebiscite, Ambassador Qazi asks.

Lebanon hosts around 1.5 million Syrian refugees.

As part of grain shipment deal, ships depart from Ukrainian ports.

31 years after 1st website went online, Google tops list as Internet's most-popular site.

Latest murder possibly connected to killings of 3 Muslim men in past 9 months, according to Albuquerque police.

Gaza-based Health Ministry said airstrikes resulted in 10 deaths, including a 5-year-old girl, injuries to 44 other Palestinians.

When 'unmanned combat aerial vehicles' are mentioned, Türkiye is first to come to mind, says Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Kontoleon stepped down 'following wrong actions found in the process of legal connections,' says prime minister's office.

114 Palestinians injured in airstrikes.

Carrying 33,000 tons of corn, Panama-flagged Navi-Star departs from Ukraine's Odesa for Ireland, says Turkish National Defense Ministry.

'We must solemnly warn US not to act rashly,' says Chinese foreign minister.

Taiwan 'inalienable part of China's territory,' says Foreign Ministry.

In phone call, ministers hail continued grain shipments from Ukraine.

Top Pakistani diplomat at UN in Geneva says powerful countries continue to shield perpetrators of injustice from global scrutiny.

Legislation ignores Greece's international obligations, says organization of country’s 150,000-strong Muslim Turkish minority.

Public officials, political analysts, artists, and religious figures are among those sanctioned, says Russian Foreign Ministry.

China 'not just punishing the United States for these actions. They're actually punishing the whole world,' says US.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Vladimir Putin hold 4-hour meeting in Russian coastal city of Sochi to discuss bilateral ties, regional, and international issues.

Famine prevention efforts in Somalia only 46% funded as country experiences one of its worst droughts in more than 40 years.

Record number of aircraft deployed to 20 locations within Greek territory, says NATO Support and Procurement Agency.

92-year-old priest is subject of arrest warrant in Canada for sexually abusing Inuit children.

Spanish system is 'kinder' depending on nationality of refugees, says Maria Gonzalez Rolan from Caminando Fronteras.

Court says expulsion disproportionate attack; interior minister to appeal against decision.

Barbados-flagged merchant vessel Fulmar S. departs for Ukrainian port of Chornomorsk.

Move follows Sofia's decision to expel 70 Russian diplomats.

Taiwan says 68 Chinese jets, 13 warships cross median line in Taiwan Strait.

UK must take security measures in accordance with international legal obligations, says Foreign Ministry.

Beijing says Pelosi ‘disregarded China’s serious concern and firm opposition, and insisted’ on visiting Taiwan.

Volodymyr Zelenskyy criticizes Amnesty over accusation that Ukrainian forces endangered civilians, violated international law.

Ships loaded with grain, foodstuffs depart Odesa, Chornomorsk ports under recent landmark deal.

Russian officials planning to falsify evidence to blame Ukraine for attack on Olenivka prison, says White House.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Russian President Putin underline need for full implementation of historic Istanbul deal.

Israeli forces frequently carry out wide-ranging arrest campaigns across occupied West Bank, East Jerusalem.

Russian, Turkish leaders may exchange views on situation around Karabakh during Sochi meeting on Friday, says spokesman.

As journalist covering economy, banking system, don’t know how I posed national security threat, says Thanasis Koukakis.

In phone call, Mevlut Cavusoglu, Anthony Blinken talk latest developments on grain exports from Ukraine and bilateral ties, just after first grain ship pased inspection.

For almost two years, families of victims still demand accountability.

We believe this grain deal could be basis for comprehensive cease-fire, peace plan, lasting peace in our region, says Mevlut Cavusoglu.

OCHA said around 100 Palestinians forced to leave Ras At-Teen Bedouin community near Ramallah city last month.

Flights conducted hours after US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's controversial visit to island.

Azerbaijani Defense Ministry says number of important heights taken under control in 'Revenge' operation.

Diplomatic missions greet Ankara for diplomacy to broker deal over grain stuck for months due to ongoing Russia-Ukraine war.

Proposed political changes in Bosnia and Herzegovina will mean that in rule of democracy, some will be more equal than others.

Jens Stoltenberg says 'a more dangerous world' needs more investment in defense to maintain peace.

Ankara urges Greece to respect international law, fulfill obligations stemming from Lausanne Peace Treaty on Turkish minority in Western Thrace.

Here are the main topics World Bulletin’s English Desk plans to cover on Wednesday, Aug. 3, 2022.

Marathon talks to salvage 2015 Iran nuclear deal have been underway since last year.

Group of civilians protesting agreement, which is also opposed by Abazovic government's coalition partners, main opposition party.

Nancy Pelosi is 1st sitting US House speaker to visit Taiwan in past 25 years.