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New Zealand has reported its first case of H5N1 bird flu after a brown skua seabird tested positive near Wellington. Authorities have begun vaccinating endangered birds as conservationists warn of the potential impact on the country's vulnerable native species.
The United States carried out new strikes on Iran after three merchant ships were hit in the Strait of Hormuz, while Tehran threatened to shut additional energy export routes. US-mediated talks between Lebanon and Israel advanced, and the body of Iran's supreme leader Ali Khamenei arrived in Iraq for funeral processions.
Argentina's football team celebrated their World Cup semifinal victory over England by holding up a banner reading 'Las Malvinas son Argentinas,' sparking controversy and potential FIFA sanctions. The incident has reignited tensions over the disputed Falkland Islands, with the UK urging FIFA to investigate.
Argentina came from behind to beat England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final, with Lautaro Martínez scoring a 92nd-minute winner. Lionel Messi inspired the comeback, setting up Enzo Fernández's equaliser before crossing for Martínez's header. Argentina will face Spain in the final on Sunday.
President Donald Trump reversed the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) suspension of traffic stops one day after it took effect, following two fatal shootings during such stops. The decision has sparked protests and raised questions about accountability, as the agents involved were not wearing body cameras.
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.
Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities Sumy and Odesa killed six people and wounded dozens, according to regional officials. In Sumy, a glide bomb strike hit residential and medical areas, while Odesa saw repeated missile and drone strikes on industrial infrastructure.
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 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.
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.
A ransomware group has posted a cache of files online that it says relate to India's largest nuclear power plant, including purported blueprints and supplier details. The Nuclear Power Corporation of India downplayed the breach, while experts warn of potential safety risks.
Spain reached the World Cup final with a 2-0 win over France, setting up a semifinal between England and Argentina. AI models favor France to win the title, while Spain is tipped for third place.
The border fence between Gibraltar and Spain was removed at midnight as a new EU-UK treaty came into force, integrating the British territory into the Schengen Area. Crowds on both sides celebrated the end of routine checks, while officials described the moment as historic.
Russian attacks on the Ukrainian port city of Odesa have killed at least three people, according to local officials, as Ukraine's drone forces strike Russian vessels in the Black Sea. The escalation comes amid a broader conflict over shipping routes crucial for grain exports, with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen visiting Kyiv to discuss defense integration.
The US has reinstated a naval blockade on Iranian ports following Iranian attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. US forces have disabled vessels attempting to breach the blockade, while Iran says its control over the waterway will not be compromised.
Darline Graham has been sworn in to temporarily fill the South Carolina Senate seat of her late brother, Lindsey Graham, following his sudden death. She was appointed by Governor Henry McMaster and is due to meet President Trump at the White House. A special election to choose a new nominee is scheduled for 11 August.
The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement came into effect on Wednesday, removing or reducing tariffs on 99% of Indian exports to the UK and 90% of UK goods imported by India. The deal is expected to boost sectors like textiles, leather, and automobiles, while US senators introduced a bill to impose 100% tariffs on India over Russian oil purchases.
The death toll from a fire at a Bangkok pub has risen to 32, with dozens still hospitalized. Police are investigating possible negligence, including potentially obstructed emergency exits, while authorities believe an electrical short circuit in a ceiling air conditioner may have sparked the blaze.
Pakistan's KSE-100 index snapped a two-day losing streak, gaining more than 1,700 points on Wednesday and continuing its rebound on Thursday with a surge of around 2,600 points. Analysts attribute the recovery to investor sentiment turning positive after US President Donald Trump's remarks on Iran and easing concerns over oil prices.