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South Korea's foreign ministry has responded to Russia's concerns over deepening military cooperation with NATO, saying the partnership aims to strengthen both sides' contributions to international peace and stability. Meanwhile, North Korea condemned NATO's fuel network overhaul plan as an unprecedented preparation for war.
France and Germany are urging the EU to take a tougher stance on China's trade surplus and industrial overcapacity. A joint roadmap is expected by September, reflecting growing concern over Europe's manufacturing competitiveness.
France's parliament is expected to approve a bill banning social media access for children under 15, making it the first European country to do so. The measure, championed by President Emmanuel Macron, will be rolled out in two stages starting September 1, despite criticism from left-wing parties and a warning from the European Commission that the bill may infringe EU law.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has arrived in Manila to participate in ASEAN foreign ministers' meetings, including the Russia-ASEAN, East Asia Summit, and ASEAN Regional Forum formats. Lavrov expressed confidence in implementing agreements on settlements in national currencies, highlighted prospects for cooperation in food and energy security, and voiced shared concerns with ASEAN partners about the AUKUS alliance's compliance with IAEA rules.
One Nation MP Barnaby Joyce defended leader Pauline Hanson’s meeting with British activist Tommy Robinson during an ABC 7.30 interview that was twice interrupted by his dog. Joyce rejected claims the encounter crossed a red line, while animal behaviour specialists later commented on his response to the dog.
Russian Ambassador to Skopje Dmitry Zykov confirmed to TASS that North Macedonia joined the 'Coalition of the Willing' at a Paris meeting on July 13. He criticized the move, while Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov called the group 'warmongers' who seek a continuation of war. Russia says it remains open to diplomatic settlement of the Ukraine crisis.
South Korea's Daejeon has been chosen to host the 2029 Invictus Games, becoming the first Asian city to stage the international sporting event for injured service members. The Invictus Games Foundation selected Daejeon over Aalborg and San Diego, citing the city's preparedness and cultural appeal.
Several EU countries, including Greece, Germany, and Austria, are pushing back against the bloc's 21st sanctions package on Russia, seeking exemptions or revisions to protect their economic interests. The European Commission is assessing the economic impact and may amend provisions, reflecting a broader weakening of support for new measures.
Barnaby Joyce has distanced One Nation from the White Australia policy while defending Pauline Hanson's call for mass deportations of visa overstayers. The controversy follows Hanson's podcast with Tommy Robinson and her meeting with UK politician Rupert Lowe, drawing criticism from Labor figures.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and RDIF CEO Kirill Dmitriev have separately commented on the European economy, with Lavrov describing it as in a 'dire state' and Dmitriev attributing the crisis to anti-Russian sanctions and uncontrolled immigration. Dmitriev also claimed EU sanctions have cost member states over €3 trillion.
Following Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the FIFA World Cup, Egyptian commentator Mohammed Nour and others have spread unfounded conspiracy theories blaming Israel, FIFA, and 'Zionism' for the defeat, drawing condemnation for antisemitic rhetoric.
Spain and Argentina meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final at the New York New Jersey Stadium, with kickoff at 3pm (19:00 GMT). The match marks the climax of the first 48-team tournament, following semifinals that saw Argentina defeat England and France face Spain.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov insisted Russia-China ties are 'based on the principle of equality' amid a Wall Street Journal report on bilateral relations, while trade data shows China as Russia's largest partner but Russia accounting for only 4% of China's foreign trade.
Germany will join a French military nuclear exercise this year, marking a historic step in Franco-German defence cooperation. The move comes amid concerns over US security commitments to Europe and follows the collapse of a joint jet fighter project.
Russia has launched one of its largest ballistic missile attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 10 people and wounding dozens. The attacks come amid a critical shortage of air defenses in Ukraine and escalating tit-for-tat strikes. Ukrainian officials urge allies for more interceptor missiles.
Spain and Argentina meet in the 2026 World Cup final at New York/New Jersey Stadium. Spain are favored, Argentina defend their title, and the match features a clash of generations between Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi.
India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1, launched successfully from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, marking the country's entry as the third nation to achieve orbital launch capability through private enterprise. The mission, dubbed 'Mission Aagaman,' carried customer payloads and experimental equipment, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailing it as a defining moment in India's space journey.
US health officials have traced a cyclospora outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell, with 1,645 confirmed cases across five states. Taylor Farms, identified as the supplier, has voluntarily removed lettuce from central Mexico.
Iraq has signed dozens of agreements with American companies during a visit by Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi, including a deal to revive the Kirkuk-Baniyas crude oil pipeline. The move aims to reduce dependence on the Strait of Hormuz, which has seen disruptions due to the US-Israeli war against Iran. The US State Department has welcomed the plan, expecting American companies to play a key role.
As the Strait of Hormuz remains closed amid renewed US-Iran hostilities, Gulf states and global markets are accelerating efforts to bypass the critical waterway. New pipelines, including a proposed link through Israel, and expansions of existing routes are being considered to reduce dependence on the strait, though analysts caution about the long-term viability of these alternatives.