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Macron Promises Interceptor Missile Support to Ukraine Amid Air Defense Depletion Writing on X on the 22nd , President Macron stated, "Following the high number of casualties at a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih caused by two daytime Russian airstrikes, I spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy," adding, "It is crucial to support Ukraine with all necessary means to defend its airspace and repel the aggression." Mentioning the missile defense coalition involving nine European countries, Macron added, "I informed President Zelenskyy that we will provide interceptor missiles and step up our support." Nine countries, including France, Germany, Italy, and Spain, agreed last month to form a "Combined Ballistic Missile Defense Coalition" with Ukraine to build joint defense capabilities. SBS Aug 22, 2026 11:19 PM

Putin Says "Elections Ensure National Stability" as He Appeals for Unity Ahead of Next Month's General Election Amid Protracted Ukraine War Amid the prolonged war with Ukraine, Russian President Vladimir Putin attended a ruling party event on the 22nd and appealed for unity to secure victory in next month's general election. SBS Aug 22, 2026 10:14 PM

At Least 15 Dead as China Orders Record-Breaking Vehicle Recall <Anchor> China is carrying out a record-breaking vehicle recall involving nearly 4.3 million cars. SBS Aug 22, 2026 10:02 PM

From Football and Library Management to Opening Bottle Caps: 2nd Humanoid Robot Games Open in Beijing A humanoid robot competition has kicked off in Beijing, China, where robots compete not only in athletic events like running and kicking a ball just like humans, but also in assembly and household service capabilities. SBS Aug 22, 2026 9:29 PM

5cm Alive Leech Coughed Up by Man Vomiting 300mL of Blood Daily A bizarre case has been reported of a man in his 50s who coughed up a live leech measuring 5 centimeters in length. SBS Aug 22, 2026 8:11 PM

"They Are Monsters," Outraged Zelenskyy... 145 Casualties in Drone Strike The area is the hometown of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and has been frequently targeted by bombings since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. SBS Aug 22, 2026 6:12 PM

U.S. Senate Passes Russia-Iran Sanctions Bill Championed by Late Trump Ally Senator Graham Capitol building in Washington, D.C. A bill championed by the late U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham, a close confidant of President Donald Trump who recently passed away, to strengthen sanctions against Russia and Iran has passed the U.S. SBS Aug 22, 2026 4:22 PM

Anthropic Pursuing IPO Aiming for $2 Trillion Valuation, Set to Overtake SpaceX as Largest Ever 2,780 trillion won). Citing sources, The New York Times reported on the 21st that Anthropic's underwriting banks recently discussed plans with potential investors to raise over $100 billion (approx. SBS Aug 22, 2026 3:11 PM

US-Canada Trade Negotiations Collapse as Trump's New Tariffs Take Effect President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney meeting in Washington, D.C., in October 2025 Trade negotiations between the United States and Canada have broken down, foreign media outlets including AP and AFP reported on the 21st . SBS Aug 22, 2026 2:57 PM

US Federal Court Blocks Administration's Freeze on Immigrant Visas for 75 Countries visa (File Photo: Yonhap News) A U.S. federal court has blocked the Trump administration's measure to suspend the issuance of immigrant visas for nationals from 75 countries. SBS Aug 22, 2026 2:02 PM