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US President Donald Trump said it may never be known who was at fault for the February 28 strike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, that killed more than 175 people, mostly children. Initial internal US military investigations suggested US forces were likely responsible, but the Pentagon has not acknowledged preliminary findings. Trump has alternated between blaming Iran and saying it was a mistake.
Two major earthquakes, measured at magnitudes around 7.1-7.2 and 7.5, struck western Venezuela on Wednesday, causing buildings to collapse in Caracas and prompting widespread evacuations. Officials reported alarming damage in parts of the capital while the US Geological Survey warned of probable high casualties. Tsunami alerts were issued for nearby Caribbean territories.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance have both rejected any tolls on the Strait of Hormuz, with Vance emphasizing that international waterways must remain free. The statements come amid a 60-day negotiation period between Washington and Tehran, while South Korea-linked ships remain trapped in the strait.
Pakistani police rescued a French woman and her five children from a mud-brick home in northwest Pakistan, where she said she had been held captive and abused by her husband for over a decade. The husband has been arrested, and authorities are coordinating with the French embassy on her repatriation.
Colombia's leftist candidate Ivan Cepeda conceded defeat to hard-right populist Abelardo de la Espriella, who won a razor-thin presidential runoff. Outgoing President Gustavo Petro disputes the result, alleging fraud and foreign interference, while the US and allies urge a peaceful transition. De la Espriella plans to be sworn in on August 7, possibly at a military facility despite Petro's opposition.
France has confirmed its first Ebola case, a doctor who returned from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, marking the first known case outside Africa during the current outbreak. The patient is isolated in a Paris hospital, and authorities are tracing contacts while the WHO says global risk remains low.
The International Atomic Energy Agency will conduct inspections in Iran under a preliminary peace agreement with the US, as confirmed by IAEA chief Rafael Grossi. Disputes between Washington and Tehran remain over the scope and timing, with Iran insisting that access to damaged facilities is tied to a final deal.
Lee Jung-hoo hit his fifth home run of the season, a career-long 414-foot blast, as the San Francisco Giants beat the Athletics 3-1. The South Korean outfielder raised his batting average to .331, second-best in MLB.
The US Senate voted 50-48 to pass a nonbinding resolution directing President Donald Trump to remove US armed forces from hostilities with Iran, marking a rare bipartisan rebuke. The measure, already passed by the House, does not require Trump's signature, and Trump has criticized it as 'poorly timed and meaningless.'
China’s LineShine has overtaken the US-based El Capitan as the world’s fastest supercomputer, according to the latest TOP500 list. The Shenzhen-based machine, built with Chinese-designed processors, achieved 2.198 exaflops and is the first to exceed two exaflops using only CPUs. The US still holds three of the top five spots, with El Capitan dropping to second.
Turkish authorities detained 209 people in Ankara ahead of the NATO summit, including alleged Islamic State members and far-left activists. Separate anti-NATO protests led to over 100 detentions and tear gas use, raising questions about security versus dissent.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has pledged to make the transition of power as easy as possible after announcing his resignation. Andy Burnham is the clear frontrunner, with nominations for the Labour leadership opening on July 9.
A ransom note related to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today show host Savannah Guthrie, claims she has died. Authorities believe the 84-year-old was kidnapped after blood was found near her Tucson home. Savannah Guthrie made an emotional appeal for information.
Senior BRICS officials concluded a two-day security meeting in New Delhi, focusing on geopolitical tensions, economic challenges, and global security. India's National Security Adviser Ajit Doval welcomed the U.S.-Iran ceasefire understanding and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, while warning of declining multilateralism. The bloc, now expanded to 13 member states, represents a significant share of the global population and economy.
Eight American passengers quarantined for 42 days after exposure to a deadly hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship have been released from a Nebraska hospital facility. The quarantine ended Sunday, and passengers left the facility by Monday. One passenger accused the government of holding her against her will, and health law experts have criticized the quarantine as 'authoritarian' and 'unconstitutional.'
France is enduring an unprecedented heatwave, with record temperatures, red alerts across dozens of departments, and a rising death toll from drownings and heat-related illnesses. As politicians accuse the government of inaction, officials warn the extreme conditions could persist into mid-July.
Vice President JD Vance spoke to the press in Switzerland on June 22, 2026, following a high-level US-Iran summit. While the location is reported slightly differently by two outlets, the event marks a notable diplomatic moment with few details disclosed.
Guinea has banned the export of unrefined gold to encourage domestic processing and increase revenue. President Mamadi Doumbouya announced the move, which includes a new refinery near Conakry and warnings to foreign companies. Similar policies exist in other African nations.
The Pentagon is asking Congress for an additional $80 billion to fund the war against Iran, on top of a proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Deputy Secretary Stephen Feinberg are lobbying senators, but the request faces skepticism from lawmakers and is expected to face tough scrutiny.
Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France beat Iraq 3-0 in a World Cup group match delayed by thunderstorms in Philadelphia. The win moved France to six points and within reach of the knockout stage, while Mbappé's goals took him to 16 career World Cup tallies.