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A UN Commission of Inquiry report alleges Israel deliberately targeted Palestinian children, resulting in genocide, war crimes, and crimes against humanity in Gaza, and war crimes in the West Bank. Israel has rejected the findings, with its UN ambassador calling the report a 'political blood libel.'
A record-breaking heatwave sweeping Europe has led to at least 40 drownings in France in recent days, with red alerts issued across France, Spain, Italy, and the UK. The heatwave has disrupted schools and transport, and scientists link such extreme events to climate change.
France is enduring an unprecedented heatwave, with record temperatures, red alerts across dozens of departments, and a rising death toll from drownings and heat-related illnesses. As politicians accuse the government of inaction, officials warn the extreme conditions could persist into mid-July.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in Pakistan for a state visit following the first round of US-Iran talks in Switzerland. Mediators announced a 60-day roadmap, but disagreements emerged over nuclear inspections and violence renewed in Lebanon.
A California federal judge dismissed the Trump administration's lawsuit against Los Angeles over its sanctuary city ordinance, ruling that the city's policy is constitutional. The city attorney called the decision a legal victory, while the administration was granted permission to file an amended complaint.
At a BRICS security officials' meeting in New Delhi, Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu attributed global instability to Western actions, highlighted energy and fertilizer supply disruptions, and called for alternative logistics and coordination among BRICS countries.
A UN-mandated commission of inquiry has released a report accusing Israeli authorities and security forces of deliberately targeting Palestinian children in Gaza, constituting genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. The report, released on Tuesday, also details war crimes in the West Bank and says over 20,000 children were killed in Gaza. Israel has rejected the findings as a 'libellous sham'.
A Taliban delegation arrived in Brussels for one-day talks with the EU on returning failed asylum seekers, sparking criticism from rights groups. The meetings proceed despite EU's non-recognition of the Taliban government.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain to discuss a preliminary Iran accord with Gulf allies. Gulf leaders are concerned about the deal's provisions, including a $300 billion reconstruction fund and the absence of limits on Iran's ballistic missile program. Rubio expressed hope for constructive dialogue with Iran.
At a UN high-level meeting, leaders warned that progress against HIV is slowing due to financial pressures and shrinking support. Abrupt funding cuts in 2025 have disrupted prevention and treatment systems, and a new analysis warns of dire consequences for children if interventions are reduced.
Sudanese sovereignty council chief Lt Gen Abdelfattah El Burhan has promised an investigation into reports that Egyptian forces attacked Sudanese miners near the border, as allegations of aerial bombardments and arrests surface. A Sudanese rights group accuses Egyptian forces of a fresh raid, while officials deny involvement and cite security operations.
The first Our Ocean Conference held in Africa concluded in Mombasa with over 100 governments, businesses, and civil society organisations announcing 320 new commitments valued at $6.4 billion. As delegates return home, analysts and advocates weigh whether these promises will translate into effective ocean protection, with concerns about governance fragmentation, financing gaps, and the need to safeguard artisanal fisheries.
Iran's chief negotiator, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, announced Tehran will administer the Strait of Hormuz in accordance with international law. The US and Iran have agreed to establish communication lines to manage shipping and unfreeze $12 billion in Iranian assets, while sanctions relief is expected.
High-ranking BRICS security representatives gathered in New Delhi to enhance cooperation against terrorism and cyber threats, reviewing joint working group results. Russian Security Council Secretary Sergey Shoigu highlighted biosafety concerns, citing US military biological laboratories, and called for BRICS to shape a fair international architecture.
US Vice President JD Vance said direct talks with senior Iranian officials in Switzerland laid a 'good foundation' for a final deal to end the war, citing progress on the Strait of Hormuz, a ceasefire in Lebanon, and nuclear inspections. The initial round set up mechanisms for de-mining the strait and de-confliction, while Iran's foreign minister reported 'major progress' toward ending the Lebanon War.
Kim Jong Un said North Korea will exercise its position as a nuclear state to cope with global security challenges, blaming the US for worsening conflicts. He also ordered buildup of conventional weapons and construction of a 10,000-ton strategic guided missile cruiser.
UN High Commissioner for Refugees Barham Salih visited Ethiopia's Ura settlement, praising the Makatet programme that integrates refugees with host communities. He called for greater international support for host countries as Ethiopia hosts over 1.1 million refugees.
As Israelis express anxiety over the US-Iran interim deal, American allies of President Donald Trump, including Ambassador Mike Huckabee and conservative commentator Mark Levin, defended the relationship at a Jerusalem conference, even as criticism mounted from Israeli officials and media over the agreement's terms and its implications for Israel's security.
A new UN report says Myanmar's military was responsible for over 700 civilian deaths from August to January, with air strikes the leading cause. The Sagaing region was the most dangerous, and the report also highlights abuses against Rohingya people.
The UN Security Council and an international coalition have issued urgent warnings of potential mass atrocities in El-Obeid, North Kordofan, as the Rapid Support Forces escalate their campaign. With hundreds of thousands of civilians at risk, calls for maximum pressure on both warring parties to protect civilians are mounting.