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US diplomats staged a walkout during a UN Security Council meeting after France accused Washington of abandoning its role as a human rights leader. The clash follows a contentious vote on the reappointment of UN human rights chief Volker Türk, which the US opposed.
Ukraine says it attacked Russian warships and cargo vessels in the Caspian Sea carrying military supplies from Iran; Tehran insists a civilian ship was hit and warns of retaliation. The incident marks the first direct collision between the wars in Ukraine and Iran, prompting diplomatic exchanges and warnings against escalation.
US diplomats walked out of a UN Security Council meeting on Ukraine after France criticized Washington's human rights record. The walkout follows US opposition to the reappointment of UN human rights chief Volker Turk, and reflects broader tensions between the US and Europe over NATO, trade, and Greenland.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with US President Donald Trump at the White House for the first time since the Iran war began. The closed-door talks focused on the conflict, amid public disagreements and a recent escalation in hostilities.
A new Oxfam report estimates that rebuilding Gaza will cost $71.4 billion, seven times the combined cost of all previous reconstructions, and says the recovery must be led by Palestinians. The report, co-authored with Palestinian research institutions, details extensive destruction to housing, infrastructure, and social institutions.
Oman has presented Iran with a proposal, backed by Gulf states, for joint management of the Strait of Hormuz, including voluntary fees for shipping. The plan aims to end trade disruption caused by the US-Israeli war on Iran, but disagreements remain over mandatory payments and the strait's pre-war status.
Haiti's electoral council has scheduled presidential and legislative elections for December 13, with a runoff in February 2027, marking the first vote in over a decade. Voter registration has begun in parts of the capital, but widespread gang violence and security concerns cast doubt on the process. Russia has expressed concern over delays and called for dialogue.
Argentine President Javier Milei has alleged that the Brazilian government, Mexico and the US Democratic Party financed an ‘anti-Argentina campaign’ during the 2026 World Cup, without providing evidence. Analysts in Argentina say the narrative serves as a distraction from his falling popularity, while supporters argue the criticism of the country is unjust.
The US delegation walked out of a UN Security Council meeting during France's speech, protesting French comments that compared Washington's human rights voting to authoritarian states. The incident follows a dispute over the extension of UN human rights chief Volker Turk's term, which the US opposed alongside Russia and North Korea.
Iran executed two men, Abolfazl Sepahi Badjani and Amirhossein Safari Hosseinabadi, in a public hanging in Isfahan's Alikhani Square on July 28, following their conviction for offenses during January's protests. Human rights groups have condemned the executions, citing due process violations and alleging that at least 50 people have been executed on national security charges in recent months.
A group representing hundreds of retired Israeli security officials has written to US President Donald Trump urging him to press Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on curbing settler violence in the West Bank. The appeal has drawn both support from a prominent columnist and criticism from another Israeli veterans' group. The exchange comes amid conflicting figures on the scale of the problem.
Lawyer couple Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha have moved courts for early hearings in their appeal against a 17-year sentence under the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act. The Supreme Court has previously directed the Islamabad High Court to expedite the suspension application, but delays have kept them behind bars for over 140 days.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly optimistic about a peaceful settlement in Ukraine, with his team ready to engage both Russia and Ukraine. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov noted a shift in US approach, while US envoy Mike Waltz acknowledged the complexity of the task.
The United States and Iran have paused hostilities for a third day, with Qatari and Pakistani mediators working to restart ceasefire talks. Reports indicate diplomatic efforts are underway, though Tehran denies direct negotiations, and the conflict's economic costs are mounting.
Israel has approved the principles of a 20-point plan allowing the International Stabilization Force to enter Gaza, a key step in post-war reconstruction. The force, backed by the US-established Board of Peace, will coordinate with the IDF, while Hamas retains control of significant areas. Morocco has formally joined, with other nations contributing.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa said in an interview with Al Jazeera that Damascus is working toward a security agreement with Israel, which he hopes could lead to comprehensive peace without compromising Syria's claim to the Golan Heights. He also ruled out military intervention in Lebanon and expressed support for Lebanese state authority over weapons and war decisions.
Drone strikes attributed to paramilitary forces hit El-Obeid on July 27, 2026, hours after Sudan's army regained control of the highway linking the city to Khartoum. The strikes caused damage but no reported casualties, while the conflict continues to exact a heavy toll across Sudan.
Chad has notified the UN of its intention to withdraw from the International Criminal Court, citing ineffectiveness and bias against African countries. It becomes the latest nation to leave the tribunal, following Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, and Venezuela. The withdrawal will take effect after a year.
Oil prices fell sharply on Monday after the US and Iran paused strikes over the weekend, with Brent crude dipping below $88 a barrel in some trading. The pause has raised hopes of a diplomatic solution, but shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Red Sea continue to keep markets cautious.
US President Donald Trump says the United States is in 'deep talks' with Iran and will resume military action if negotiations fail. Washington suspended its air strike campaign on Saturday, but regional reports of drone attacks suggest Tehran is testing the pause.