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Iraq’s new Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi has arrested 47 officials in a high-profile anti-corruption drive, seizing $86m in cash and assets. While welcomed as a step forward, experts and activists warn that systemic corruption rooted in the country’s political model requires a sustained, long-term campaign.
As Europe swelters under a record-breaking heatwave, the European Union has declined to take a stance on air conditioning, saying it is not for the bloc to micromanage how people cool their homes. The debate has become highly political in France, where far-right leader Marine Le Pen calls for a mass subsidised roll-out, while hard-left rival Jean-Luc Mélenchon labels it a false solution.
Israel's Cabinet and parliament have formally recognised the World War I massacres of Armenians as genocide, a move widely seen as a rebuke to Turkey amid deteriorating ties. The decision, which must still be ratified by parliament, has drawn criticism from Azerbaijan and scepticism in Armenia.
India and the US have made significant progress toward a trade deal, but key issues remain unresolved, including tariff advantages and agricultural market access. Domestic protests in India and legal setbacks in the US add further complexity.
A deadly heatwave that broke records in western Europe is moving east, with Budapest forecast to exceed 40C and red warnings issued across several countries. The Guardian reports over 1,000 excess deaths in France and 800 in Spain, while scientists link the heat to climate change.
Almost 300 people who tested positive for Ebola in DR Congo are unaccounted for, raising concerns about gaps in tracking. The outbreak has caused over 1,100 cases and 291 deaths in DR Congo, with 20 cases in Uganda and one in France. WHO projections suggest up to 8,000 cases by September and a 70% chance of spread to South Sudan.
China's Ministry of Commerce has imposed export controls on 40 Japanese entities, citing national security and non-proliferation concerns and describing Japan's actions as 'new militarism.' The move follows heightened tensions over Taiwan and Japan's military buildup. Japan's chief cabinet secretary urged Beijing to revoke the measures, calling them 'unacceptable.'
The 2026 World Cup knockout stage kicks off with South Africa vs Canada, while Brazil, Germany, and the Netherlands play on Monday. Canada celebrated a historic first knockout win, Iran exited heartbreakingly, and South Korea's coach resigned.
Azerbaijan has criticized Israel's decision to recognize the Armenian genocide, calling it a matter of serious concern. The move, announced on Sunday, has strained ties between the two allies, with Azerbaijan urging Israel to reconsider.
French President Emmanuel Macron welcomed Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq for talks focused on securing the toll-free reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, as both leaders called for free navigation through the strategic waterway. The discussions build on a joint Franco-British agreement with Oman to restore safe transit, with the broader Multinational Military Mission poised to support the effort.
Rescue teams in Venezuela race against time to find survivors of twin earthquakes that struck the northern coast, with the death toll nearing 1,500 and tens of thousands reported missing. International teams have joined the effort, while the government faces criticism over its response amid a deep economic crisis.
Australia and Vanuatu have signed a comprehensive economic and security agreement that prohibits foreign military bases on the Pacific island, as reported by multiple sources. The pact, signed in Canberra, also strengthens Australia's role as Vanuatu's primary policing partner and commits to increased economic support, amid regional competition with China.
Alexander von Bismarck, descendant of the first German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, told TASS that Europe and Russia will not go to war, but warned that threats directed at Moscow could increase the danger of nuclear war. He also criticized EU policy as top-down and called for dialogue between Russians and Germans outside the political elite.
The World Health Organization reports that Europe's record-breaking heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21. France has recorded around 1,000 excess deaths, and the heat is moving eastward, affecting millions.
France has reported at least 1,000 excess deaths during the peak of a record-breaking heatwave that has swept across Europe, with temperatures hitting new highs in several countries. Most of the deaths were among people aged 65 and older, and the heat has caused widespread disruption, from overwhelmed mortuaries to water cannons used to cool crowds in Berlin.
A skydiving plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Nancy in eastern France on Sunday, killing all 11 people aboard, including five instructors, five students, and the pilot. Officials described the crash as the country's deadliest general aviation accident, and an investigation is underway.
A civilian aircraft carrying skydivers crashed near Tomblaine in northeastern France on Sunday, killing all 11 people on board, including five students and five instructors. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Argentina topped Group J with a 3-1 win over Jordan, with Messi scoring his sixth goal of the tournament. The holders now face tournament debutants Cape Verde in the last 32 on July 3 in Miami, with coach Scaloni and players stressing the need for caution.
France has recorded 1,000 excess deaths during the ongoing European heatwave, with most fatalities among older people, according to the public health agency. The heatwave, which began June 20, is described as the worst in Europe's history, and mortuary operators in Paris report a shortage of space as the death toll rises.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has entered the Round of 16, with 16 teams advancing from the group stage. Al Jazeera provides the full schedule and highlights Cape Verde's historic debut, while Dawn reports on the co-hosts' success, including Mexico ending a 40-year knockout win drought.