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Drone strikes on El Obeid have killed and injured civilians, damaged infrastructure, and worsened shortages of fuel, water, and bread. The UN warns of increasing risk to civilians and a potential for mass atrocities, while a cholera outbreak worsens in West Kordofan.
The United States has imposed sanctions on eight individuals and entities accused of fueling Sudan's civil war, including an Indian national and his explosives company. Separate measures, including a Senate bill to oppose loans to Sudan, aim to curb external support for the conflict.
Pakistan carried out airstrikes and a ground operation along the Afghanistan border in response to a militant attack in Karachi. Afghan officials report at least 36 civilians killed, while Pakistan says 29 fighters were killed, and both governments traded accusations of violating sovereignty.
Rescue teams in Venezuela have saved an infant and two 11-year-old boys from the rubble of collapsed buildings after powerful earthquakes struck the country. The death toll has risen to at least 1,450, with tens of thousands still unaccounted for, as international rescue efforts continue.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that attempts to bypass agreed routes through the Strait of Hormuz would increase tensions, as US and Iranian forces exchanged attacks. The UN shipping agency rejected Iran's sovereignty claim over the waterway, while observers noted a sharp decline in crossings amid the dispute.
India's Operation Amistad has delivered a field hospital and 66 tonnes of aid to earthquake-stricken Venezuela, with the Indian Army setting up operations in Caracas. Venezuelan officials, including the Foreign Minister, have expressed gratitude, while the death toll and humanitarian needs continue to rise.
The World Health Organization reports that Europe's record-breaking heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21. France has recorded around 1,000 excess deaths, and the heat is moving eastward, affecting millions.
Sheikh Hasina, Bangladesh's ousted former prime minister, has said she will return to the country this year, defying a death sentence handed down in absentia. Her planned return, possibly with senior Awami League officials, could unsettle Bangladeshi politics and affect relations with India.
The Council of Europe has adopted a resolution calling for a moratorium on the death penalty in Iran, following a report by German parliamentarian Max Lucks. The resolution also urges the release of detained protesters and criticizes the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding for failing to address human rights issues.
The United States and Iran have exchanged new rounds of strikes, threatening a fragile ceasefire and raising concerns about the stability of the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides blame each other for violating the interim agreement, while diplomatic efforts to de-escalate continue.
Uganda's military chief Muhoozi Kainerugaba has ordered the closure of major media outlets owned by Nation Media Group, including the Daily Monitor and NTV Uganda, citing his belief that he does not support a free press. The move has triggered international condemnation and raised concerns about press freedom in the country.
The Israeli government has unanimously approved a resolution to formally recognize the Armenian Genocide, a move praised by Armenian leaders as a moral duty but analyzed by some as a diplomatic gesture. The decision now moves to the Knesset for a final vote.
With a June 30 deadline set by anti-immigrant groups, South Africa faces rising tensions, violence, and a humanitarian crisis as thousands of migrants flee. The government warns against vigilantism, while documented refugees report threats and seek safety.
Recent reports detail the profound impact of Israeli attacks on Gaza's children, including a young girl's severe hearing loss, a growing orphan crisis, and dire medical needs. Al Jazeera's coverage highlights personal stories and statistical data, painting a grim picture of the war's toll on the youngest residents.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched missile and drone attacks on US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain in response to continued US airstrikes, escalating the conflict as diplomatic efforts falter. Both sides accuse each other of violating the truce, while Gulf states condemn the attacks and the UN Security Council convenes.
The United States conducted military strikes on multiple targets in Iran after a series of attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, which Washington says violated a ceasefire agreement. President Trump warned of further action if Iran continues to violate the ceasefire, while Iranian officials defended their actions as 'ceasefire management.'
The death toll from twin earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to 1,430, with reports of tens of thousands missing. International aid is mobilizing as the UN estimates billions in damage and warns of a massive humanitarian response needed.
Progressive candidates critical of Israel's Gaza offensive scored upset victories in New York's Democratic primaries, signaling a shift in the party's stance on Israel-Palestine. The results, driven by groups like Justice Democrats and Mayor Zohran Mamdani, have rattled the establishment and could influence future races.
Legal experts and human rights organizations warn that the recent Lebanon-Israel framework agreement could block victims of war crimes from seeking justice in international courts. Key clauses may prevent recourse to international legal bodies and condition the return of displaced residents, raising concerns about compliance with international law.
Venezuela's government confirmed the arrival of 1,600 foreign rescue workers as twin earthquakes left nearly 200 confirmed dead and over 1,500 injured, with USGS models suggesting deaths could exceed 10,000. Rescue efforts in La Guaira face equipment shortages and looting, while international aid, including $150 million from the US, is being mobilized.