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Yulia Svyrydenko was appointed as the new Prime Minister of Ukraine today, July 17th, with 262 deputies voting in favor of her candidacy in the Verkhovna Rada, as reported by Nexta TV. This leadership change occurs amidst ongoing military actions and discussions in Russia concerning the conflict.

A vehicle was reportedly targeted by an Israeli drone between Kfour and Toul, near Nabatieh in southern Lebanon, on Thursday, according to Lebanese outlets. Social media reports also indicated a targeted strike on Al Naqoura, southern Lebanon, with reported casualties involving a truck.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni yesterday strongly condemned Israel’s actions in Gaza, specifically referencing the targeting of the Church of the Holy Family. Meloni stated, "Attacks against civilians are unacceptable. No military action can justify this behavior," marking one of her most critical statements against Israel to date, according to her remarks.

A massive fire at a newly opened shopping mall in Kut, eastern Iraq, has resulted in at least 77 people killed or injured, according to a report from Worldsource24. The incident occurred recently at the retail establishment.