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UEFA and its 55 member associations have unanimously rejected FIFA's proposal to open World Cup rights to private investment, calling the plan 'irresponsible and indefensible.' FIFA says the move would expand development funding beyond $10 billion, but UEFA insists the World Cup is not for sale.
Thousands of migrants, mostly Moroccans, crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, prompting Spanish authorities to deploy the military. Reports vary on the number of arrivals and casualties, with social media cited as a contributing factor. Spain and Morocco have reinforced border measures, and the EU has called for a coordinated response.
Hundreds of migrants, many swimming or using inflatables, have entered Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco, overwhelming local resources. The territory's president declared a 'total humanitarian and social emergency' and urged the Spanish government to intervene.
Russia's Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned Ukrainian attacks on the Caspian Pipeline Consortium's Black Sea infrastructure, saying they threaten global energy stability and harm the interests of Kazakhstan and the US. The CPC reported a drone attack on two tankers, prompting a suspension of oil shipments.
European football's governing body UEFA and its 55 member federations have agreed to boycott all FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, in protest at President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in the tournament to private investors. The move comes amid threats of legal action and could impact upcoming tournaments, including the Women's Under-20 World Cup in Poland.
The European Commission has confirmed that EU sanctions block the supply of spare parts for Spain's Russian-made Ka-32 helicopters, grounding the fleet amid severe wildfires. Russia's state corporation Rostec says Europe has no alternatives and is harming itself, while the Commission points to member states' responsibility for enforcement.
Estimates from the Robert Koch Institute suggest nearly 10,000 heat-related deaths in Germany between April and mid-July 2026, exceeding any full year since 2016. The majority involved people aged 75 and older, amidst a record-hot June in western Europe.
The European Commission announced a call for tenders to build seven AI gigafactories with €10 billion in public funding, aiming to attract at least €20 billion in private investments. The facilities are intended to boost the EU's computing independence and close the technology gap with the US and China.
Nigerian authorities dismantled what they describe as the country's largest-ever methamphetamine laboratory, discovered in a forest in Ogun state. Three Mexicans and seven Nigerians were arrested, and officials point to Mexican cartel involvement, with intelligence assistance from Africom. A court hearing was even held at the remote site.
Shell reported $9.84bn in net profit for the second quarter, more than double year-on-year and its strongest quarterly result in four years, as oil and gas prices surged due to the Middle East conflict. Production in its integrated gas division fell 30% amid a strike in Qatar. Environmental campaigners renewed calls for a windfall tax.
AFC President Sheikh Salman bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa called FIFA's lack of consultation over a plan to sell World Cup stakes 'totally unacceptable,' and later welcomed FIFA's decision to scrap the proposal, stressing the need for transparency and consultation in future decisions.
Greek firefighters battled wildfires on Crete for a second day as strong winds hampered containment efforts, leading to the deaths of three firefighters and the evacuation of thousands of residents and tourists. The fires destroyed farmland and property, and officials warned of continued heightened wildfire risk in Greece and Italy.
UEFA has called an emergency meeting of its 55 members and voted unanimously to boycott FIFA competitions in protest of FIFA's plan to create a $20 billion commercial subsidiary and sell a minority stake to investors. German football officials and Bundesliga club executives have also voiced strong criticism, with FIFA setting a September 19 deadline for member associations to express written support.
Carmakers are holding back on final investment decisions in UK factories until the government relaxes electric vehicle sales rules, according to the head of the car industry's lobby group. The business secretary has indicated the zero-emission vehicle mandate may be watered down, while production fell 7.5% in the first half of 2026. Separately, documents reveal major carmakers lobbied the government to revoke the 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars.
The US Federal Reserve held interest rates steady for the fifth consecutive meeting, with a split vote and dissenting governors favoring a hike. South Korea's central bank and finance ministry expressed concerns over persistent inflation, Middle East tensions, and risks to financial markets.
BTS has announced it will not submit music for next year's Grammy Awards, a decision widely seen as a protest against the Recording Academy's new Best Asian Pop Music Performance category. The group said it hopes music is 'heard and loved for what it is, rather than divided by region or language.' The Recording Academy's CEO has responded, defending the category and expressing sadness at the decision.
Yemen's Houthi-run Humanitarian Operations Coordination Center denied plans to charge ships for traversing the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, saying passage remains free. The denial follows a report that the Iran-aligned group had been weighing fees, with Chinese vessels reportedly exempt, as regional tensions continue.
A 19-year-old Norwegian, Johannes Natland, was found guilty of conspiracy to murder in Britain after being recruited by the Foxtrot Network, a Swedish organized crime group linked to Iran. He was arrested in Huddersfield with firearms and ammunition, and his intended victim has never been identified.
Residents in Spain begin returning home as firefighters gain control, while France braces for a new heatwave threatening to reignite blazes. Scientists point to climate change as a key driver of intensifying wildfire conditions across Europe.
BMW has announced plans to reduce its workforce by up to 8,000 jobs by the end of 2027, targeting office roles while sparing production workers. The company attributes the cuts to competition from Chinese carmakers, US tariffs, and the transition to electric vehicles, echoing similar moves by Volkswagen and Porsche.