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The United States is expected to proceed with a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, prompting concerns in Israel and the region. The deal, which may include uranium enrichment rights for Riyadh, could impact the Middle East's balance of power. The UAE and Israel are closely watching the pact's terms, which appear to lack provisions for normalization with Israel.
US intelligence is investigating whether Russia helped Iran target CIA facilities in the Gulf, following drone attacks in March. Reports suggest Russian-supplied technology and targeting support may have enhanced Iran's strike capabilities. The investigation is ongoing, with no firm conclusions reached.
German police report at least one person critically wounded in a potential hostage situation at a bank branch in Regensburg, Bavaria. A male suspect is believed to be armed with a knife inside the building, and special units have been alerted. The motive remains unknown, and police have not yet confirmed whether hostages are being held.
Two Ghanaian nationals have petitioned the International Criminal Court to investigate attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa, alleging crimes against humanity. South Africa's foreign ministry dismissed the petition as 'opportunistic,' while Ghana's president urged the African Union to address the escalating violence. More than 160,000 foreign nationals have reportedly left South Africa in the past two months.
The Houthi movement has declared a maritime blockade on Saudi shipping in the Red Sea, escalating a years-long conflict and raising concerns about global energy supplies. Attacks on Saudi tankers and threats to close the Bab al-Mandeb Strait have prompted warnings of force from the Saudi-led coalition. The move comes amid heightened US-Iran tensions and follows a recent dispute over flights to Sanaa airport.
France 24 reports on US-Iran tensions, featuring a Tehran billboard depicting Trump, his remarks before the transfer of fallen US troops, and his New Jersey movements. The coverage highlights the human cost of the conflict while questions about a deal strategy remain.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul concluded an Africa tour with stops in Nigeria and South Africa focused on trade, investment and energy cooperation. Discussions covered economic partnerships, the Just Energy Transition and South Africa’s exclusion from a G20 summit. Bilateral trade figures and company presence underscore Germany’s commercial interests on the continent.
Muhammad Awad, a 29-year-old Israeli citizen from Nazareth, was arrested and later indicted on charges including contact with a foreign agent and obtaining instructions for a terrorist act. Prosecutors allege he sought to contact Hamas and researched explosives, considering using a drone or guided missile to attack National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir.
The European Commission has fined Google €890 million for breaching the Digital Markets Act by favoring its own services in search results and restricting app developers from offering cheaper alternatives outside Google Play. The fines, split between search-related and app-store violations, mark the first DMA penalties for the tech giant, which has defended its practices and may appeal.
Yemen's Houthis said they attacked two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, while the U.S. carried out strikes on Iranian targets for a 12th consecutive night. The incidents mark an escalation in the Middle East conflict, with oil prices surging and several countries responding to threats.
easyJet has reported a 70% drop in pre-tax profits due to soaring fuel costs and later bookings linked to the conflict in Iran. Ryanair also saw a 34% decline in profits, with both airlines facing headwinds from higher oil prices and consumer hesitancy.
The United States Central Command has rejected Iran's assertion that it controls the Strait of Hormuz, insisting that the waterway remains open for transit. Tensions have escalated with Iran's Gulf neighbors attacked and the strait's closure announced, while the US military says it has helped hundreds of ships transit since May.
Yemen's Houthis claimed missile and drone attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, part of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia. US forces launched a 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, while diplomatic efforts, including a US-Saudi nuclear agreement, proceed amid global oil supply concerns.
Satellite imagery shows Israel constructing a 23-km earthen barrier separating the part of Gaza it controls from the rest, deepening Palestinian fears of permanent division. The barrier extends beyond the ceasefire's 'yellow line' and is part of a security zone with intelligence assets.
Indian PM Narendra Modi has promised fast-track courts and stringent punishment for those involved in exam paper leaks, amid nationwide student protests led by the Cockroach Janta Party. Parliament has passed a bill doubling maximum prison terms for leaks, and the Supreme Court has ordered the release of minors arrested during demonstrations.
Nicaragua’s congress announced plans to eliminate future elections, following President Daniel Ortega’s declaration that the country would 'never again' hold a vote. The move has drawn international condemnation, including from the U.S. State Department, which has labeled the government a dictatorship.
Nina Kennedy won silver in the Commonwealth Games women's pole vault final in Glasgow, with New Zealand's Eliza McCartney taking gold on countback after both cleared 4.65m. The result capped a comeback year in which the reigning Olympic and world champion recovered from hamstring surgery, set an Australian record in Monaco and carried the flag for Australia at the opening ceremony.
Israel's UN ambassador Danny Danon called NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani a 'clown' for urging federal arrest of PM Netanyahu, as Tel Aviv's vice mayor challenged him to a boxing match. Israeli officials accused Mamdani of antisemitism and promoting hatred.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Wildberries warehouses have killed workers and destroyed goods worth millions, hitting small and medium-sized businesses that rely on Russia's top online retailer. Two reports detail the human and economic toll of the widening campaign.
Austria has reopened the building where Adolf Hitler was born as a police station, a move aimed at preventing neo-Nazi pilgrimages. The renovation cost around €20 million, and a memorial stone remains outside with an anti-fascist inscription.