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The International Monetary Fund has downgraded its 2026 global growth forecast for the second time this year, citing the lingering effects of the war in the Middle East on energy markets. The IMF now expects the world economy to grow 3% this year, with an AI-driven technology boom only partly offsetting the shock.
Following a US military operation against Tehran, Israel is bracing for a possible Iranian response, with assessments that Iran does not intend to return to full fighting. Defense officials highlight differing Israeli and US priorities regarding Iran, while US forces remain in Israel until 2027.
NATO leaders gathered in Ankara for a summit marked by billions in procurement deals and pledges of unity, while tensions with US President Donald Trump over defence spending and the Iran conflict loom large. Secretary General Mark Rutte defended the alliance's strength and Trump's commitment, despite criticism and questions about unity.
The United States has launched additional strikes against Iran following Iranian attacks on shipping, with President Trump saying the interim agreement to end the war is over. French President Macron and other NATO leaders weigh in on the escalating situation.
Arthur Fery, a 23-year-old British wildcard, stunned Wimbledon by reaching the semifinals after a straight-sets win over ninth seed Flavio Cobolli. He will face Alexander Zverev next, and his fairy-tale run has made him a national sensation.
Egypt has filed a formal complaint with FIFA over its World Cup round-of-16 loss to Argentina, citing 'double standards' and demanding the removal of the referee. The defeat has sparked viral claims of Argentine favouritism, while FIFA also faces scrutiny over other decisions.
Four Ugandan farmers have filed a case at the UK's High Court against the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), seeking to apply Ugandan environmental and constitutional law to the UK-registered company behind the project. The $5.6 billion pipeline, led by TotalEnergies, would be the world's longest heated pipeline, and the claimants argue it would affect over 100,000 people and critical ecosystems.
China has launched a second coast guard patrol east of Taiwan, prompting Taipei to deploy monitoring vessels and vow to expel Chinese ships. Beijing frames the patrols as a response to Japan-Philippines maritime boundary talks, while analysts see a new 'normal' in Beijing's pressure campaign.
A US initiative led by presidential adviser Massad Boulos proposes unifying Libya's rival governments, integrating institutions, and attracting American investment. The plan has gained backing from eastern-based figures including Abdul Hakim Belhaj, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with LNA deputy commander Saddam Haftar to discuss military unification and lasting peace.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals begin with France facing Morocco in a rematch of the 2022 semifinal, while Spain, Belgium, Norway, and England also feature. Argentina and Switzerland round out the bracket, with Lionel Messi and Erling Haaland among the standout performers.
US President Donald Trump attended a NATO summit in Ankara where he criticized European allies for their response to the US war in Iran, renewed claims on Greenland, and pressed for higher defence spending. Allies unveiled tens of billions of dollars in new arms contracts, while NATO chief Mark Rutte said the alliance emerged stronger. Reporting also covered Ukraine defence measures and Trump’s remarks on an Iran ceasefire.
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to grant Ukraine a license to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, a move that could bolster Kyiv's air defenses against Russian ballistic missile strikes. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky confirmed that political agreements have been reached, with some missiles expected to arrive in the coming days.
Marine Le Pen launched her presidential campaign in western France a day after an appeals court confirmed her embezzlement conviction but allowed her to run, ordering her to wear an electronic ankle tag. The campaign promises a 'rebirth' of France, with Jordan Bardella stepping aside as the party's candidate.
Marine Le Pen has announced she will run for president in the 2027 French election, following a Paris appeals court ruling that upheld her conviction for embezzling EU funds but shortened her electoral ban, clearing her to stand. Le Pen plans to appeal the guilty verdict while campaigning for the top office.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and U.S. President Donald Trump held follow-up talks on Trump's request for Seoul's assistance in building U.S. military vessels during a NATO summit dinner in Ankara. Lee pledged full cooperation and the leaders agreed to continue working-level consultations, while also recalling a golf promise and discussing a potential Lee visit to the U.S.
The US is pressing donor countries to stop funding UNRWA, citing alleged Hamas infiltration, while UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres calls for continued support, warning of a funding shortfall's impact on Palestinian refugees.
The ABC and SBS are set to face scrutiny at the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion over their Middle East coverage. Australia's antisemitism envoy Jillian Segal has called for an independent oversight committee, while the ABC has rejected allegations that its journalism contributed to antisemitism.
At the NATO summit in Ankara, President Trump criticized Spain, declared the Iran ceasefire over, and reiterated his desire for Greenland, straining alliance unity. European leaders responded with caution, while NATO chief Rutte sought to reassure members of Washington's commitment.
Pakistani authorities located the wreckage of a K2 Airways cargo Boeing 737 that went missing over the Arabian Sea. The plane had reported a navigation problem before losing contact. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directed search and rescue operations and expressed sympathy for the five crew members.
France faces Morocco in the World Cup quarter-finals, a rematch of the 2022 semi-final. Kylian Mbappé's penalty secured France's spot, while Morocco looks to continue their historic run. The match promises an intense battle with key tactical matchups.