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Russian Presidential Commissioner for Children’s Rights Maria Lvova-Belova announced ongoing efforts to reunite children with their families across Russia and Ukraine, with a new case expected soon. Meanwhile, the White House said US First Lady Melania Trump has helped reunite a fifth group of children, continuing her humanitarian involvement.
Record-low water levels on the Rhine are halting some cargo shipping on key southern sections, while the Danube and Po rivers also hit historic lows, disrupting power supplies and raising economic concerns. The prolonged heatwaves and lack of rainfall, linked by some to human-caused climate change, are affecting transport and industry across Europe.
Overnight Russian attacks killed at least 12 people in Kyiv and six in Zaporizhzhia, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claiming North Korean missiles were used against the southeastern city. Zelenskyy pressed allies for more Patriot interceptors, warning that without sufficient anti-ballistic defense, Russia will not seriously consider peace.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu launched Israel's National AI Program, comparing AI's impact to the Industrial Revolution and warning against falling behind. The initiative focuses on quantum computing and physical AI, aiming to position Israel as a global leader.
France will start enforcing a ban on unsolicited telemarketing calls on August 11, under a new law that requires prior consent from consumers. Individuals caught making illegal calls can be fined up to €75,000, and companies up to €375,000 per call, with both France 24 and RFI reporting the measure has raised concerns in Morocco.
Persistently low water levels on the Rhine River are threatening Germany's fragile economic recovery, with analysts warning of a potential 0.2% hit to GDP in the third quarter. The drought has forced cargo vessels to cut loads dramatically, raising transport costs and raising the risk of the river becoming impassable at a key bottleneck.
UEFA, CONCACAF and the AFC have called for an independent investigation into a proposal by FIFA President Gianni Infantino to sell a stake in the governing body's commercial operations. The plan was later abandoned after opposition from several confederations, some of which have announced boycotts and threats of a no-confidence vote.
Experts and senior officials warn that depleted US weapons stockpiles, stemming from the conflict with Iran, could take years to replenish and may embolden Russia and China. The Pentagon has been forced to redeploy assets from Europe and Asia to the Middle East, raising concerns about future deterrence.
A bus driver at Leipzig/Halle airport knocked a drone equipped with professional explosives out of the air, potentially preventing an attack, according to a senior German lawmaker. Federal prosecutors have launched a counterterrorism probe into the incident, which occurred at a key NATO and cargo logistics hub.
According to German newspaper Bild, Ukraine is increasingly concerned about the deteriorating situation near Kramatorsk and Slavyansk, where Russian forces are applying pressure. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky acknowledged difficulties near Slavyansk after a briefing with Commander-in-Chief Mikhail Drapaty, as Russian troops continue advancing in the region.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy arrived in Serbia for his first official visit, holding talks with President Aleksandar Vucic amid ongoing Russian attacks on Kyiv. Serbia, a traditional Russian ally, has so far refused to impose sanctions on Moscow, balancing its EU aspirations against historical ties.
A poll by French magazine L’Express ranked MI6 as Europe’s most powerful foreign intelligence service, with France’s DGSE second. The survey of 60 spies highlighted MI6’s human intelligence strengths and its leading role on Ukraine.
Record-low water levels in Europe's Danube River have exposed World War II warships and other relics, drawing attention to the impacts of drought on the region. The scuttled German fleet, sunk in 1944, is now visible near the Serbian port of Prahovo, while power plants and shipping face disruption.
Russia's embassy in Berlin has dismissed the discovery of a drone at Leipzig/Halle Airport as a 'hastily concocted provocation,' accusing Kiev and European militaristic circles of stoking anti-Russian hysteria. The embassy's statement, carried by TASS, claims the incident serves to justify arms transfers to Ukraine and deflect from domestic issues.
Spain has moved to impose reciprocal entry checks on travelers from Italy unless Italy lifts border controls introduced in response to a migration influx into the enclave of Ceuta. The Italian government rejected Madrid's ultimatum, while analysts call the measures largely symbolic and politically motivated.
US companies are exploring investments in Pakistan's mining sector, including smaller mines and larger projects in copper and antimony, as Washington seeks to diversify critical mineral supply chains. The US Exim Bank has committed $1.25 billion for the Reko Diq copper-gold project, while Pakistan and the US advance negotiations on a bilateral trade agreement.
Pope Leo XIV will meet privately with survivors of clerical sexual abuse during his four-day visit to France in September. The Vatican announced the meeting as part of a trip that includes talks with President Macron, an address at UNESCO, and events in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz.
Central Europe faces record-breaking temperatures as a severe heatwave disrupts energy and transport systems. Austria and Slovakia have seen all-time highs, while Hungary and Slovakia's nuclear plants operate at reduced capacity due to low Danube water levels. Italy has issued its highest heat alert for all major cities, and wildfires and drought affect the wider region.
The Russian Gymnastics Federation has announced that Russian athletes will compete as a full national team at the 2026 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships in Frankfurt, Germany, under the country's flag. The decision follows the lifting of restrictions by World Gymnastics and the ratification of participation with national symbols by the European Gymnastics Union.
The Trump administration is pushing back against reports of depleted US missile stockpiles after five months of war with Iran. President Trump has denied any strategic disadvantage and vowed to prosecute those who leaked information, while experts warn of risks from low air defence interceptor supplies.