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Diplomats gather at the UN to decide whether to permanently remove ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan, who faces sexual misconduct allegations. Khan, barred from the U.S., denies the findings, while his supporters frame the move as political retaliation for the Netanyahu arrest warrant.
The International Criminal Court has terminated proceedings against Abdallah Banda, a former commander of Sudan's Justice and Equality Movement, over war crimes charges linked to a 2007 attack on peacekeepers in Darfur. The Prosecution withdrew the charges after years of evidentiary challenges, a move the Chamber said it deplored but authorized without prejudice to future cases.
US President Donald Trump has warned of major military punishment for Iran after Houthi fighters struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, sending Brent crude above $100 a barrel for the first time since May. International leaders, including UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, expressed alarm over the escalating conflict.
Scientists say human-caused climate change is intensifying a major drought across Europe, with extreme heat rather than low rainfall driving exceptionally dry conditions. The World Weather Attribution study finds evaporation-potential conditions are dramatically more likely due to climate change, while France reports a record number of water restrictions.
Australia's women's water polo team, the Stingers, are preparing for the World Aquatics Water Polo World Cup finals in Sydney, riding the momentum of their silver medal at the Paris Olympics. The team's success is attributed to a strong internal culture and standout performances from players like Abby Andrews, who recently won the LEN European Champions League with Olympiacos.
The Netherlands will ban the import, purchase, and sale of goods from Israeli settlements in the Palestinian Territories starting September 22, 2026, the Dutch government announced. The move aligns with similar unilateral actions by Belgium, Spain, and Ireland, though some observers question its practical enforceability.
The US has launched a ninth night of strikes targeting Iran following the deaths of American service members, with President Trump vowing Iran will 'pay.' Iranian officials warn of 'unforgettable lessons' as oil prices rise and regional tensions escalate.
Spain's World Cup-winning footballers returned to Madrid on Monday to be greeted by the country's royals and prime minister, with up to a million supporters expected along the parade route. The celebration was overshadowed by the death of a 13-year-old boy in a fountain collapse, as reported across international media.
Spain defeated Argentina 1-0 in extra time to win the 2026 World Cup final. Fans celebrated in New York City, where diverse communities found reasons to support La Roja, while Argentina's Lionel Messi faced an emotional farewell.
Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to give Spain a 1-0 extra-time victory over 10-man Argentina, securing their second World Cup title. The win came 16 years after their first, and Spain became the first champion to concede only once in the tournament.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has called on federal authorities to execute the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while acknowledging he lacks the legal authority to direct local police to do so. The ICC issued the warrant in November 2024 over alleged war crimes in Gaza, and the debate has intensified as Netanyahu may visit for the UN General Assembly in September.
Germany will join a French military nuclear exercise this year, marking a historic step in Franco-German defence cooperation. The move comes amid concerns over US security commitments to Europe and follows the collapse of a joint jet fighter project.
Karachi police arrested a man accused of raping a foreign woman in the Defence Housing Authority. The FIR was registered under Section 376 of the Pakistan Penal Code, and investigations are ongoing.
India's first privately developed orbital rocket, Vikram-1, launched successfully from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, marking the country's entry as the third nation to achieve orbital launch capability through private enterprise. The mission, dubbed 'Mission Aagaman,' carried customer payloads and experimental equipment, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailing it as a defining moment in India's space journey.
Russian officials have dismissed European Union and NATO allegations of 'malicious cyber activities' as unfounded, while counter-accusing the West of aiding Ukraine's cyber operations. The Kremlin also warns that EU and Dutch actions are pushing toward large-scale conflict, and vows response to sanctions.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron have reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation, including unprecedented German participation in French nuclear exercises. The moves come as France prepares for presidential elections in 2027, with far-right leader Marine Le Pen leading in polls.
Pakistan all-rounder Mohammad Nawaz has been sanctioned by the ICC for testing positive for Carboxy-THC, a cannabis metabolite, during the T20 World Cup. He admitted the violation and accepted a three-month ban, backdated to May 1, with the possibility of reduction upon completing a rehabilitation programme.
A judicial magistrate in Lahore has extended the physical remand of three suspects for four more days in the case of the alleged kidnapping and sexual assault of two foreign women from the Netherlands and Venezuela. The victims had testified about their ordeal, and police have booked five suspects, with four previously placed on judicial remand.
The European Union has noted 'issues' in Pakistan's compliance with GSP+ obligations, warning that Islamabad must address shortcomings to qualify under revised trade rules effective 2027. Pakistan's Foreign Office expressed disappointment, citing the report's unbalanced narrative while reaffirming commitment to reforms.
France's National Assembly has given final approval to a bill allowing assisted dying for terminally ill adults, ending years of parliamentary wrangling. The law, championed by President Emmanuel Macron, will now be reviewed by the Constitutional Council. It applies to citizens and legal residents with life-threatening illnesses who can express free and informed choice.