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Canada marked the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge between Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, with a low-key, Canada-only celebration after trade tensions with the US led to the cancellation of a joint ribbon-cutting ceremony. The bridge, financed by Canada and jointly owned with Michigan, opened to traffic despite President Trump's threats of tariffs and earlier attempts to block its opening.
Iran targeted American military assets in Bahrain, Jordan, and Kuwait, while US forces bombarded Iranian sites, including a Revolutionary Guard naval base. The escalation continues as US embassies warn Americans that exit options may become limited and Iran's Revolutionary Guard advises residents to stay away from bases housing US troops.
The United States conducted strikes across Iran, reaching the Caspian Sea, as President Trump threatened major military punishment. Iran retaliated against US bases, while Tehran denied reports it rejected a ceasefire proposal. The conflict also draws in the Houthis' naval blockade and rising shipping costs.
The death toll from a landslide in Chongqing, China, has risen to 51, with 10 people still missing, according to local authorities. The disaster, which struck on July 17, has prompted a massive search and recovery operation involving over 1,080 rescuers, with more than 1,100 people evacuated.
Countries worldwide have reacted to the latest US tariffs imposed under Section 301, which target 60 to 80 trading partners with duties of 10 to 12.5 percent. Australia, New Zealand, the EU, and China have rejected the forced-labor rationale, with China signaling it will hold off on retaliation.
The EU has sanctioned FIDE President Arkady Dvorkovich over his support for the annexation of Crimea, prompting him to suspend his duties. The move, hailed by Ukraine, comes as Dvorkovich faces challengers in the upcoming FIDE election.
The United States and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a civilian nuclear cooperation deal, but President Trump's late demand that Riyadh first normalize ties with Israel has complicated matters. While opponents in Israel criticize Prime Minister Netanyahu for the agreement, Trump's new condition has shifted the political landscape.
The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on over 80 countries, citing failures to enforce forced labor bans. Democrats and some Republicans criticize the move as a pretext for an illegal tariff policy, while Brazil rejects the administration's justification.
As President Xi Jinping's planned September visit to Washington approaches, Washington and Beijing have exchanged new trade and tech restrictions. Analysts view the measures as targeted pressure plays unlikely to derail the summit, though some warn of risks to the high-stakes meeting.
South Korea's veterans ministry announced plans to identify and honor more independence activists, award over 600 previously unrecognized patriots, and launch a special bill for the 2029 Invictus Games in Daejeon. Minister Kwon Oh-eul also highlighted expanded compensation for surviving spouses and descendants of veterans and activists.
The United States has imposed new tariffs of 10-12.5% on imports from 60 countries, citing inadequate enforcement of forced labor bans. The tariffs, set under Section 301, affect seven African nations, while Namibia is exempt. Reactions vary, with some small businesses seeing the new rates as manageable compared to previous tariffs.
The Philippine Coast Guard accused the China Coast Guard of firing water cannons and conducting dangerous maneuvers near Scarborough Shoal for a second day, as China began military drills in the South China Sea. Beijing defended its actions as lawful, while Manila condemned them as unprofessional.
As the White House pivots from an unpopular military campaign in Iran to a renewed tariff offensive, historical parallels and current analyses suggest the trade wars may not deliver the promised economic revival. With tariffs imposed on Brazil and dozens of other countries, experts question whether the strategy will achieve its goals or further strain global alliances.
South Korea has returned a pair of Qing dynasty stone lion statues to China at a ceremony in Seoul, marking a milestone in cultural exchange and a step toward repairing strained bilateral ties. The statues, purchased in the 1930s, will be displayed at a Chinese national museum after restoration.
Pakistan's Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, speaking at the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers' meeting, stated that regional peace and stability depend on eliminating terrorism from Afghanistan. Dar also held bilateral meetings with the Kyrgyz president and China's foreign minister on the sidelines.
Rosatom CEO Alexey Likhachev announced plans to continue localizing nuclear fuel fabrication in China and to supply advanced fuel for VVER-1200 and fast reactors starting in 2026. He also addressed the deaths of Zaporozhye NPP staff, the Northern Sea Route expansion, and the IAEA's response.
Six candidates vying to lead the United Nations presented their visions during a debate at the UN General Assembly, emphasizing the need to restore credibility amid a profound financial and confidence crisis. Former Senegalese President Macky Sall pledged to restore trust, while others highlighted their experience and ability to engage all sides.
Tanker crossings through the Strait of Hormuz fell to their lowest level in more than two months, with only one vessel transiting on July 23, according to ship-tracking data. The drop comes amid continued US strikes on Iran and oil prices rising back to $100 a barrel. Meanwhile, Bab el-Mandeb crossings increased, and some vessels are being rerouted via the Suez Canal.
The United States announced new tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on 60 trading partners, including China, India, Japan, South Korea, and the European Union, over forced labor enforcement. The duties take effect Friday, replacing a temporary 10% global tariff that expires at the same time.
The Trump administration has imposed new tariffs on over 80 countries, ranging from 10% to 12.5%, replacing a temporary global duty. The tariffs, justified under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974 and linked to forced labor investigations, affect major trading partners including the UK, Canada, Mexico, China, and the EU.