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Hamas has announced the dissolution of its government in the Gaza Strip, clearing the way for a US-backed technocratic committee to take over civilian administration. The move comes as the ceasefire brokered by the US in October 2025 remains fragile, with unresolved issues over disarmament and Israeli military control.
Russia launched a large-scale missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least 14 people and wounding about 60, according to Ukrainian officials. The strike came on the eve of a NATO summit, prompting urgent calls from President Zelenskyy and EU leaders for more air defense support.
China test-launched a long-range ballistic missile from a nuclear-powered submarine in the South Pacific, drawing criticism from Australia, New Zealand, and Japan. The test, conducted within the South Pacific Nuclear Free Zone, was described by Beijing as routine, but regional leaders called it destabilizing.
Funeral processions for Iran's late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei have begun in Tehran and Najaf, with week-long ceremonies planned across Iran and Iraq before his burial in Mashhad. Khamenei was killed in late February in joint US-Israeli strikes, and his son Mojtaba has succeeded him.
FIFA has suspended Folarin Balogun's one-match ban after US President Donald Trump asked FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review the red card, clearing the striker to play against Belgium in the World Cup Round of 16. The decision has drawn praise from Trump and the US team, but outrage from Belgium and criticism from European football bodies.
Iran prepares for the funeral procession of slain Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with massive crowds expected in Tehran. International leaders pay tribute, while Israel monitors the event and regional tensions persist.
The Detroit Tigers have traded South Korean reliever Go Woo-suk to the Minnesota Twins, leading to his MLB debut. Go, who previously starred in the KBO, has struggled in his early appearances, posting a 9.00 ERA.
Portugal and Spain meet in a World Cup last-16 clash in Dallas, with Cristiano Ronaldo's role under scrutiny after his substitution against Croatia. Ronaldo has admitted Spain are favourites, citing their titles and form, while Spain's unbeaten run and strong squad make them heavy favourites.
US President Donald Trump plans to meet with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky on July 8 on the sidelines of the NATO summit, and then hold follow-up talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to a senior US official cited by Reuters. The goal is to end hostilities as soon as possible.
Super Typhoon Bavi made landfall on Rota in the Northern Marianas, bringing hurricane-force winds and torrential rains. The National Weather Service warned of catastrophic wind damage and long-lasting power outages, while the region is still recovering from Super Typhoon Sinlaku.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and other senior officials attended funeral ceremonies for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, but his successor and son Mojtaba Khamenei remained absent. The week-long funeral has paused US-Iran talks, which President Trump said may be 'over' after recent strikes.
Prosecutors in Utah are outlining their case against Tyler Robinson, charged with aggravated murder in the shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, and are seeking the death penalty. A judge held prosecutors in contempt over media comments but denied a defense bid to remove the death penalty option. Kirk's family is expected to attend the hearing as evidence including texts and DNA is presented.
President Donald Trump celebrated America's 250th anniversary with a speech on the National Mall, highlighting the nation's achievements and potential while acknowledging challenges abroad and at home. Meanwhile, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung congratulated the U.S., calling South Korea a 'precious partner' and emphasizing the alliance's future cooperation.
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, killing nearly 3,000 people and leaving more than 16,000 homeless. Amid the devastation, stories of survival—including an 18-day-old baby and his mother trapped for 32 hours—offer glimmers of hope, as reported by ABC Australia and BBC.
Kelsey Pfendler, a 32-year-old Grand Canyon rafting guide, has become the first American woman to row solo from California to Hawaii, finishing in under 44 days and breaking both women's and men's speed records. Her journey, tracked by thousands on social media, has inspired messages about perseverance and female empowerment.
The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has risen to nearly 3,000, according to official figures, as international rescue teams begin winding down search operations. Tens of thousands remain missing, and the UN has ordered 10,000 body bags as it warns the toll could rise further.
Morocco defeated Canada 3-0 in the World Cup round of 16, with Azzedine Ounahi scoring twice and Soufiane Rahimi adding a late goal. The Atlas Lions advanced to the quarter-finals, where they will face France or Paraguay.
Ukrainian long-range drones struck an oil terminal and a Baltic Sea port near St Petersburg overnight, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy saying the attack targeted infrastructure funding Russia's war effort. Russian officials reported 72 drones shot down over the Leningrad region and no casualties in the city.
Canada meet Morocco for a place in the World Cup quarterfinals, while Paraguay face France. Morocco are unbeaten in 33 matches, and Canada coach Jesse Marsch has called them an opponent with 'literally zero weaknesses'. Elsewhere, Jürgen Klopp has confirmed he is in talks to become Germany coach.
US President Donald Trump issued 11 pardons on July 3, 2026, including nine for Clean Air Act violations and two for fraud, among them a former business partner of lobbyist Jack Abramoff. The pardons come amid a broader expansion of executive clemency and environmental deregulation, including the elimination of federal tailpipe emissions standards.