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Ghana, which tabled a UN resolution on reparations for the transatlantic slave trade, is intensifying its campaign despite US opposition. The country's leaders and a traditional king have apologised for ancestral roles, while critics question the commercialisation of the diaspora drive.
Pope Leo XIV has renewed his appeal for an end to violence against Palestinians in the West Bank, urging the international community to advance a two-state solution. The call comes amid a surge of settler attacks, including a siege in the village of Qusra, and as Israel plans new settlement construction that critics say undermines peace prospects.
The UAE, Saudi Arabia, and six other nations have condemned Israel's rejection of President Trump's Gaza plan, urging compliance. The joint statement comes amid ongoing strikes, ceasefire violations, and a widening diplomatic rift.
A Romanian F-16 fighter jet destroyed a marine drone near the Neptun Deep gas platform in the Black Sea, with President Nicușor Dan blaming Russia. The incident has drawn condemnation from European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, who called it part of a 'hybrid warfare' campaign. Separately, a Spanish F-18 shot down another drone that breached Romanian airspace, as NATO states report increasing drone activity near their borders.
Ukraine has carried out drone strikes against at least two dozen Wildberries warehouses since mid-July, causing significant damage to Russia's largest online retailer. The attacks have triggered a government response, with President Putin ordering a rebuilding program, while experts highlight the economic and strategic impact on Russia.
Belgium is battling its largest wildfire on record in the High Fens nature reserve near the German border, with firefighters from several countries deployed. The fire has burned over 27 sq km and forced evacuations, while officials report it is now under control. The blaze is part of a broader European summer of extreme heat and wildfires.
President Donald Trump has vowed an intensified economic campaign against Iran, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent signaling unprecedented measures as soon as next week. Options include secondary sanctions on Chinese refiners and banks, while Iran’s key oil trade with China and ties to neighboring countries complicate enforcement. Officials and analysts outline the scale of existing sanctions and the constraints on further pressure.
A Ukrainian drone attack on Krasnodar killed two children and injured nine others when debris struck a childcare centre, while a Russian strike on Kharkiv killed three. The incidents mark an escalation in cross-border attacks as Ukraine seeks more air defence support from allies.
Moroccan authorities detained 111 people near the Spanish enclave of Ceuta following social media calls for another mass crossing, a fortnight after an estimated 72,000 people entered the territory. The incident has reignited EU infighting over border policy, with Italy suspending Schengen arrangements with Spain.
Spain and Morocco have reinforced security around Ceuta following social media calls for another mass crossing, two weeks after over 72,000 people surged into the enclave. Moroccan police detained 111 people attempting to enter, while Spain deployed additional officers and installed a maritime barrier.
Spain has increased police and military presence in Ceuta following social media calls for another mass border crossing, two weeks after tens of thousands entered the enclave. Authorities have also arrested five suspected smugglers, while officials on both sides of the border manage the aftermath.
At an APEC digital technology and AI forum in Chengdu, ministers issued a statement supporting open-source AI models, a rare consensus in a field often framed as a US-China contest. Across Asia, governments and start-ups are building on open Chinese systems, attracted by lower costs and local data control.
Beijing has called on Washington to withdraw planned tariffs of up to 100% on imported drones, warning of harm to Chinese companies and global supply chains. The US, citing national security, signed a proclamation on August 13 imposing the duties, with rates capped at 15% for several allies and 10% for Britain.
Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum said Colombia refused entry to a Mexican military rescue team, while Colombia denied excluding any country and cited certification requirements. The dispute unfolded as international aid flowed into Colombia following a 7.4-magnitude earthquake that killed at least 273 people.
The White House released a report accusing dozens of countries of enabling China's shadow transshipment network and announced an AI-powered border detection system to combat tariff evasion. Estimates suggest up to $75 billion in goods were illegally transshipped, with significant tariff revenue losses. Skeptics question whether the new enforcement tool will address underlying trade imbalances.
The European Commission approved €6.1 billion in new defence funding for Ukraine as part of a €90 billion loan, aiming to bolster air and missile defence systems. The decision comes as Ukraine faces a severe budget shortfall and a critical shortage of Patriot interceptors, with internal EU debates over procurement flexibility.
Military expert Vitaly Kiselyov told TASS that Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky practiced nepotism, appointing friends and relatives to key positions to enrich himself. Kiselyov also alleged that Western handlers turn a blind eye to corruption because they use Ukraine to launder money through weapons sales.
Ukraine is struggling to defend against Russian ballistic missile attacks due to a critical shortage of Patriot interceptor missiles, a problem exacerbated by global stockpile depletion and European refusals to supply more. The situation has prompted urgent appeals from Ukrainian officials and raised questions about alternative defense systems.
South Korea's special counsel has indicted 58 people, including former President Yoon Suk Yeol, in a probe into his 2024 martial law declaration, corruption allegations, and a Marine's death. The investigation also resulted in charges against former security advisers and Yoon's wife.
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed more than 2,000 people, with cases exceeding 5,000. The World Health Organization warns the epidemic is far from under control, and officials cite insecurity, displacement, and community mistrust as major challenges. No approved vaccine exists for the Bundibugyo strain, and the outbreak has become the country's worst on record.