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Published: 28 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online French football legend Zinedine Zidane has been confirmed as the new head coach of the France national team, beginning a new era for one of the world's most successful international sides. The appointment brings one of the most iconic figures in French football history back into the national spotlight, this time in the role of leading...

Published: 28 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online On the streets of Ecuador’s most troubled cities, police officers are fighting a rapidly escalating drugs war against powerful criminal groups armed with weapons, international connections and growing influence. For frontline officers, the battle is not only against drug trafficking networks but also against violent gangs, illegal weapons and corruption that have challenged the country’s security...

Published: 28 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online French firefighters have described the battle against a rapidly spreading wildfire as a “David against Goliath” struggle as emergency crews continue fighting flames intensified by a new heatwave affecting parts of the country. The devastating blaze, which has threatened communities, forests and farmland, has placed enormous pressure on fire services as extreme temperatures, dry vegetation and...

Published: 28 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said the visit of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sends a clear message of continued support for Ukraine as the country faces ongoing challenges caused by the war with Russia. Burnham described the meeting as an important demonstration of Britain's commitment to standing alongside Ukraine and supporting its efforts to defend its...

Published: 27 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online The United States and Iran have paused military strikes for a third consecutive night in an effort to create space for diplomatic discussions, according to the US ambassador, who said the temporary halt could provide an opportunity for both sides to explore a possible path away from further escalation. The pause comes after days of intense...

Published: 27 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A powerful youth-led protest movement that succeeded in forcing the resignation of an Indian government minister is now entering what organisers describe as its most important chapter. While demonstrators celebrated what they consider a landmark victory, many insist that removing a single politician was never the ultimate objective. Instead, they say the campaign marks the beginning...

Published: 27 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online India’s newest wave of youth-led activism has achieved what many believed was unlikely only a few months ago. After weeks of demonstrations, public pressure and a sustained social media campaign, a government minister resigned, marking a significant victory for a movement largely driven by Generation Z. Yet, for many of the young protesters who filled streets...

Published: 27 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A man suspected of planning an attack targeting Berlin’s annual Pride celebrations has been shot and killed during a police operation, German authorities have confirmed, bringing an end to an investigation that had prompted heightened security measures around one of Europe’s largest LGBTQ+ events. The suspect died after officers moved to arrest him during a coordinated...

Published: 27 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Ukraine ahead of an anticipated visit by President Volodymyr Zelensky, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer pledging that Britain will continue to stand alongside Kyiv as the war with Russia enters another critical phase. The announcement comes at a time of heightened diplomatic activity across Europe, as Ukraine...

Published: 27 July 2026 | The English Chronicle Desk | The English Chronicle Online A festive gathering near one of Seattle’s most recognizable landmarks turned into a scene of tragedy after a shooting at a popular food festival left three people dead and four others injured, sending hundreds of visitors scrambling for safety and renewing concerns over gun violence at large public events in the United States. The incident unfolded...