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Donald Trump says there is a 'good chance' Congress passes a bill to tighten sanctions against Russia, though he notes key provisions remain under review. The bill, introduced by a bipartisan group of senators, would impose tariffs on countries purchasing Russian energy and includes measures targeting Russia's defense, energy, and financial sectors.
NASA astronaut Anil Menon and Roscosmos cosmonauts Pyotr Dubrov and Anna Kikina launched aboard a Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft from Kazakhstan, docking with the International Space Station after a three-hour journey. The eight-month mission underscores continued US-Russian cooperation in space despite geopolitical tensions over the Ukraine war.
Russia's Soyuz MS-29 spacecraft launched from the Baikonur spaceport and docked with the International Space Station, carrying a crew of two Roscosmos cosmonauts and a NASA astronaut. The mission is expected to last 261 days and includes about 40 scientific experiments, along with drawings by Indian schoolchildren and a selection of Russian cuisine.
The DOBRO International Association plans to train doctors and nurses in Mali, teach Russian to local children, and open craft workshops, as reported by TASS. The initiative is part of Russia's broader efforts to deploy volunteers abroad and strengthen its humanitarian standing.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined French President Emmanuel Macron and dozens of European leaders in Paris for Bastille Day, where the annual military parade showcased unity with Ukraine and European defense. The celebrations were marked by wildfires and a heatwave, with fireworks moved to July 13 and commemorations of the Nice attack anniversary.
Russian forces have struck Ukrainian long-range UAV assembly and storage sites, as well as enemy deployment areas, according to daily reports from Russia's Defense Ministry. The ministry also reported heavy Ukrainian troop losses and extensive interceptions of Ukrainian drones and smart bombs.
Russian officials say Ukrainian drones targeted the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant, with one hitting a cooling tower under construction, though plant operations continued unaffected. The envoy called it another nuclear terrorism attempt, while drones were also reportedly seen near other nuclear facilities.
American producer Stephen Mao tells TASS that Rodney Mims Cook Jr. was chosen to head the US delegation to the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum due to his personal friendship with President Trump and the president's trust. Mao discusses Cook's White House projects, a gift of a hockey puck from Putin, and the possibility of Cook becoming ambassador to Russia.
Chadian Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Sabre Fadoul said relations with Russia are trending positively, citing recent high-level visits. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced military training and humanitarian aid for Sahel countries, and praised Chad's support for normalizing relations between the Alliance of Sahel States and ECOWAS.
France's annual Bastille Day parade featured allied European troops and Ukrainian soldiers alongside French forces, with President Emmanuel Macron hosting his final national day procession. Leaders from two dozen countries attended, and the parade coincided with a summit of Ukraine allies and new defence initiatives.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's comment that Russia should stay away from forming security guarantees for Ukraine reflects the EU's dead-end stance, adding that Ukraine's security guarantees are impossible without Russia. Peskov also addressed EU accusations of cyberattacks, sanctions, and relations with Azerbaijan.
Iran's foreign ministry has condemned Britain's move to designate the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a security threat, calling it 'unjustified' and 'irresponsible.' The UK government proscribed the IRGC under fast-tracked legislation following attacks on the Jewish community and Iranian dissidents, with breaches punishable by up to 14 years in prison.
Russian defense officials reported intercepting hundreds of Ukrainian drones in separate overnight attacks, causing fires at oil refineries and industrial facilities, with casualties reported in the Krasnodar and Kursk regions.
At a summit of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, Ukraine's allies announced new military support, including 16 Rafale jets, a license to produce Aster missiles, and the establishment of an anti-ballistic missile coalition. The UK also signed up to a €60bn EU defence loan scheme, while Germany pledged €90 million for Ukrainian long-range drones.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said peace in Ukraine is unlikely in the near future, citing Russia's rigid stance. He also announced Poland will host military exercises with French and British troops in the autumn to prepare for potential security guarantees for Ukraine.
Ukraine's drone forces claimed to have hit 11 Russian vessels in the Sea of Azov overnight, including tankers, cargo ships, and a tugboat. Russian authorities say the strikes will not affect domestic food supply or exports, and are exploring alternative shipping routes.
State Duma member Alyona Arshinova claims the European Union is deliberately preparing Moldova for military conflict, citing a €120 million air defense package and recent arms deals. She warns of consequences for Moldovan citizens and accuses the government of abandoning neutrality.
The Trump administration has announced a sweeping campaign against the International Criminal Court, accusing it of posing an 'intolerable threat to US sovereignty.' The EU has pushed back, defending the court's role in prosecuting war crimes and genocide.
President Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, imposing a 20% toll on eligible cargo, but reversed the toll the next day. The move highlights the fragile ceasefire and the strategic importance of the waterway, with Iran and the US at odds over control.
France and Spain meet in the first World Cup semi-final, with France's star-studded attack facing Spain's stingy defence. France coach Didier Deschamps says his team will not surrender possession, while Kylian Mbappe is fit despite an ankle scare. The match kicks off on July 14, France's Bastille Day.