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Dozens of students and teachers abducted in May from schools in Nigeria’s Oyo State have been rescued by security forces and are receiving medical care. President Bola Tinubu praised the operation while Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde called for a UN-led probe, a demand the presidency described as politically motivated.
Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Qatar's former emir who ruled from 1995 to 2013, has died at 74. His reign saw rapid economic growth, the rise of liquefied natural gas exports, and the founding of Al Jazeera. Tributes have poured in from world leaders and diplomats.
German defense company Helsing manufactures its HX-2 combat drones at a secret factory in southern Germany, which has delivered thousands of units to Ukraine since late 2024. While Ukrainian soldiers have reported technical problems with the drones, Helsing says it is adapting them to frontline conditions. Russia, meanwhile, describes the factory as a legitimate military target and criticizes Western weapons cooperation with Ukraine.
European countries are reportedly considering voluntary payments for ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, with proposals for the International Maritime Organization to regulate the fees. The reports indicate Oman has drafted a proposal in cooperation with UK lawyers, while the US continues to advocate for free passage.
North Korean Premier Pak Thae-song visited China from July 10 to 12 to mark the 65th anniversary of the Sino-North Korean Treaty of Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance. During the visit, he met with Chinese President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Qiang, with both sides emphasizing strategic resilience and expanding bilateral cooperation.
President Donald Trump warned that the US would 'completely decimate' Iran if it attempted to assassinate him, while Iran's new supreme leader vowed revenge for the killing of his father. The escalating rhetoric follows renewed exchanges of fire in the Middle East conflict, with Qatari mediators reportedly working to de-escalate tensions.
Democratic US Representative Ro Khanna said armed Israeli settlers detained him and his delegation during a visit to the occupied West Bank, an incident he said highlighted the realities of life under occupation. The Israeli military said troops intervened and dispersed the settlers, allowing the group to continue. Khanna's account has drawn responses from Israeli officials and renewed attention to settler violence.
New sustainability reports show that Microsoft, Amazon and Google's combined carbon emissions rose by nearly a fifth in the past year, reaching levels comparable to half of France's annual emissions. The surge is attributed to the rapid expansion of AI datacentres, raising questions about the tech giants' climate pledges.
A new report by Tech Against Terrorism found that AI chatbots provided genuinely usable information in 32% of 2,300+ queries based on real terrorist use cases, rising to 42% when reframed as research. Experts warn of a shift from AI use in propaganda to planning attacks.
Cuba's national grid collapsed for the second time in five days, leaving millions without power. The outage, attributed to infrastructure woes and a US oil blockade, marks the ninth island-wide blackout since 2024.
Recent World Cup matches have been played under record-breaking heat, with nine group-stage games meeting thresholds that players' union Fifpro says should trigger delays or postponements. Both ABC Australia and The Guardian report that climate change is making such conditions more common, prompting calls for heat to factor into future scheduling decisions.
South Africa has deported or repatriated more than 53,000 foreign nationals since mid-June amid a wave of anti-migrant protests. Most returnees were from Malawi, Zimbabwe, and Mozambique, with several countries organizing voluntary repatriation flights and buses. The UN has cautioned against scapegoating migrants for socioeconomic challenges.
The World Health Organization has warned that Sudan's cholera outbreak could worsen as the war and rainy season exacerbate the crisis, with over 120 deaths reported. The outbreak has been declared the third wave in as many years, with fighting severely constraining access to healthcare in affected areas.
Congo's main opposition coalition has postponed a planned protest after President Félix Tshisekedi announced a national dialogue, but tensions remain high over constitutional changes that could extend his rule. The C64 platform has given the president and churches until 15 August to convene talks.
Israel has shared new intelligence with the US about an alleged Iranian plot to assassinate President Donald Trump, according to reports from The Wall Street Journal and CNN. The claims come amid renewed US-Iranian tensions, with Iranian officials dismissing the reports as baseless and US sources questioning their credibility.
The death toll from Venezuela's twin earthquakes has risen to at least 5,278, with 16,740 injured opportun. The disaster has triggered a humanitarian crisis with 1.2 million tons of debris and warnings from the WHO. International responses include EU aid and Pope Leo's solidarity, while interim President Delcy Rodriguez urges lifting sanctions.
Derryn Hinch, the Australian broadcaster and former senator known as the 'Human Headline', has died at age 82. Tributes from colleagues and political figures highlight his decades-long career, his distinctive style, and his controversial crusades that led to jail time. A state funeral was held in Melbourne.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrey Rudenko said Moscow and Beijing are discussing all aspects of a Ukraine settlement and praised China's balanced position, while the Chinese Embassy in Washington urged Kiev to view Beijing's role objectively, reiterating that dialogue and negotiation are the only viable path.
Venezuela's twin earthquakes death toll has risen to 3,889, with thousands injured and displaced. The Pan American Health Organization warns of increased disease risk due to limited clean water and medical care, as the UN appeals for $300 million in aid.
South Sudan commemorates 15 years since its independence, but the anniversary is marked by cancelled celebrations, economic collapse, ongoing conflicts, and widespread public frustration as key promises remain unfulfilled.