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The United States fired on an oil tanker attempting to reach Kharg Island, part of its naval blockade on Iran, while strikes were reported in Tehran and other cities. Iran responded with attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, and shipping in the Strait of Hormuz has plunged amid the escalating conflict.
Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal, with Lionel Messi providing two assists to secure a comeback victory. The defending champions will face Spain in the final, where Messi aims to become the first captain to lift the trophy twice.
Deputy Secretary of the Russian Security Council Yury Kokov accused NATO of unleashing more than 30 military-terrorist conflicts in the past 25 years, costing trillions of dollars. He also criticized the EU for aligning with NATO's aggressive policies and claimed Western military-industrial corporations are escalating conflicts for profit.
Officials in the Donetsk People's Republic report that Ukrainian forces launched 24 attacks on settlements over the past 24 hours, injuring four civilians. A separate report from the previous day claims 18 attacks on residential areas, with one civilian killed and six injured.
Container shipping is gradually returning to the Suez Canal as tensions ease, but a potential Houthi blockade of the Bab el-Mandeb Strait could hit non-oil freight hard. Reports detail Maersk's rerouting of the AE15 service and expert warnings on the impact to container markets.
Alexander Yakovlev, chief engineer of the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, was killed in a drone attack that also claimed the life of driver Dmitry Filippov. Russian officials and the plant have condemned the incident, calling it a violation of nuclear safety principles.
Russia’s envoy to the Vienna talks on military security said EU defense spending in several member states is nearing pre-World War II levels, citing an EU goal of 'defense readiness' by 2030. She also said EU countries are preparing infrastructure for a large-scale conflict, including in the Netherlands. EU defense spending rose by 20% in 2025 to 418 billion euros, according to the European Defense Agency.
The US Department of Energy reported a weekly decline of 1.7 million barrels in commercial oil reserves, now at 409.7 million barrels as of July 10, 2026. The stock level is 6% below the five-year average. Oil futures prices showed mixed movement, with Brent down slightly and WTI up marginally.
Israeli military officials briefed the Security Cabinet that the IDF controls between 67% and 70% of the Gaza Strip, according to Israeli sources, while Defense Minister Israel Katz said Israel holds more than 60% and aims to reach 70%. The expansion follows Hamas's refusal to disarm under a US-backed plan, and Israel says it will not withdraw from security zones despite reported US pressure.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu's visit to Kiev for the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit may involve preparations for arms transit through Moldovan territory, according to a Russian-Moldovan expert. The report also covers Moldova's military buildup and criticism from former president Igor Dodon.
Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said NATO's actions in the Arctic significantly increase the risk of unintended incidents, warning the region is becoming a zone of militarization and geopolitical confrontation. Separately, TASS reported that a group of 12 NATO countries is preparing a new naval mission to strengthen security in the North Atlantic and the Arctic, an initiative attributed to US pressure for Europe to take on more responsibility within the alliance.
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.
A new survey by PwC and Civey, reported by Der Tagesspiegel, reveals growing insecurity among Germans: more than a third believe Germany could be drawn into a direct war within five years, and a majority doubt the Bundeswehr will become Europe's strongest force by 2035. The findings reflect rising concerns about hybrid threats, waning trust in the US, and growing support for European defense autonomy.
The WHO's emergencies chief said the actual number of Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo could be two to four times the official figure of nearly 2,000. The outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo species, continues to outpace response efforts, with health workers threatening to strike over unpaid salaries.
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.
The European Commission has withdrawn a €2 million grant from the Venice Biennale due to the reopening of the Russian pavilion, citing the need for culture to uphold democratic values. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed regret over what he called attempts to cancel Russian culture in the West, while the Biennale plans to challenge the decision.
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.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan's two-day visit to Ukraine focuses on stopping the conflict and ensuring Black Sea shipping security. Ankara proposes a moratorium on military actions in critical areas, with Kiev reportedly supporting the proposals.
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.
Two major Russian Arctic expeditions have concluded, yielding unprecedented data on the region's changing environment. The North Pole 42 drifting station completed a 21-month journey, while the Arctic Floating University explored remote islands and conducted first-of-their-kind studies in the Barents Sea.