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A Pew Research Center survey found that in 25 of 36 countries, more people hold favourable views of China than the US, marking a historic shift. Views of Chinese leader Xi Jinping also surpassed those of US President Donald Trump in 22 countries, driven by declining confidence in US leadership and policies.
US-mediated talks in Rome have advanced plans for Israeli withdrawal from pilot zones in southern Lebanon, with the US military coordinating alongside Lebanese forces. The framework agreement, signed June 26, faces challenges including Hezbollah's opposition and domestic controversy over the selected zones.
Telstra chief executive Vicki Brady is set to appear before a Senate inquiry after a nationwide outage disrupted Triple Zero calls, businesses, and transport. The telco has attributed the fault to maintenance work and a poorly documented design change, while regulators and consumer advocates call for stronger accountability.
Andy Burnham, former Greater Manchester mayor, is set to become the UK's next prime minister after being the only candidate to replace Keir Starmer. His rapid rise draws criticism over lack of scrutiny, while he pledges continuity on NATO and tougher Israel sanctions.
Shin Bet chief David Zini has reportedly approved Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's request to grant his wife Sara lifelong security protection, with the couple's sons Yair and Avner to receive protection for at least five years. The decision follows assessments of a 'lifetime threat level' and has drawn criticism from former Shin Bet official Yaron Blum.
US-brokered talks between Lebanon and Israel concluded in Rome, with agreements on pilot zones for phased Israeli withdrawal and Lebanese army deployment. Hezbollah remains opposed to direct talks, and no timetable has been set for full withdrawal.
US Central Command has conducted new strikes on Iranian targets, with smoke rising from explosions at an undisclosed location. Meanwhile, reports indicate damage on Kharg Island and a US soldier boarding an Iranian ship in the Strait of Hormuz, as regional tensions persist.
The International Monetary Fund has warned that the global economy has largely used up its capacity to absorb energy shocks, with oil reserves depleted and inventories near operational minimums. The warning comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains restricted amid the US-Iran conflict, threatening further economic damage.
As the US and Iran impose rival blockades on the Strait of Hormuz, legal experts explain why US actions may be lawful under the San Remo Manual while Iran's fee system and targeting of vessels may violate international law, including UNCLOS provisions.
Russia's current account surplus rose to $27 billion in January-May 2026, up from $21.8 billion a year earlier, according to preliminary Central Bank data. The increase was driven by export growth, with the foreign trade surplus also expanding.
Outgoing UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer delivered an emotional farewell at his final Prime Minister’s Questions, saying his political journey is over. He is set to hand over to Andy Burnham, who pledges to end political instability and has appointed Ed Miliband and Wes Streeting to key cabinet roles.
The family of Craig Foreman, a British citizen jailed in Iran on espionage charges, says a judge extended his sentence by two years for speaking to the media. Reports also detail hunger strikes, denied medical care, and a lack of family contact for the couple.
US President Donald Trump has called for faster weapons production amid reports that the conflict with Iran has depleted key munitions stockpiles. Officials say the war cost $37.5bn, struck over 13,000 targets, and intercepted more than 1,700 Iranian drones and missiles. Trump denied any shortfall, while analysts warn replenishment could take months to years.
The US military has struck a marine control tower in Iran's Chabahar port, part of a surveillance network used by the IRGC. At least seven people were killed in the strikes, according to authorities. The US also denied IRGC claims of an attack on a US special operations center in Syria.
South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster has appointed Darline Graham Nordone, sister of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, to fill his seat until January 2027. The appointment, backed by President Donald Trump, maintains the Republican majority in the Senate.
Reports from The New York Times and Haaretz allege Israel attempted to recruit former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad as an intelligence asset, with plans to install him as a leader after regime change. Ahmadinejad's office has denied the claims, and the reports remain unconfirmed while sparking political debate.
The United States Central Command announced a new wave of strikes against Iranian military capabilities, targeting sites linked to threats against commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Reports from Iranian media describe explosions in multiple cities, and Tehran has declared the strait closed after a recent incident.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new EU-Ukraine drone production deal during a visit to Kyiv, as Russian ballistic missiles struck the capital. The agreement aims to combine Ukraine's battlefield expertise with Europe's industrial capacity, building on similar deals Kyiv has signed with individual nations.
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have threatened to close additional export routes serving US and allied interests after shutting the Strait of Hormuz, while the US military has launched fresh strikes on Iranian targets. The escalation includes a naval blockade, tanker interceptions, and attacks on Gulf allies, raising tensions across the region.
President Donald Trump declined to rule out a US military operation to seize Iran's Kharg Island, the hub of roughly 90% of Iran's crude oil exports. Military experts outline a possible amphibious assault involving Marines, naval and air forces, aimed at preserving the oil infrastructure for a post-Islamic Republic government.