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Donald Trump says there is a 'good chance' Congress passes a bill to tighten sanctions against Russia, though he notes key provisions remain under review. The bill, introduced by a bipartisan group of senators, would impose tariffs on countries purchasing Russian energy and includes measures targeting Russia's defense, energy, and financial sectors.
A second American citizen infected with Ebola in the DRC has been transferred to Germany for care. The patient, a humanitarian aid worker, tested positive for the Bundibugyo strain. The outbreak has caused more than 1,900 cases and over 700 deaths.
US President Donald Trump has abandoned his proposal to charge a 20% fee on cargo shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, saying he will instead pursue trade and investment agreements with Gulf states. The reversal came hours before the US naval blockade of Iranian ports was set to take effect, as US and Iranian forces continued to trade strikes across the region.
The World Health Organization has warned that the Ebola outbreak in Africa is significantly larger than official figures indicate, with the true scale possibly two to four times greater. The current outbreak, centered in the Democratic Republic of Congo with cases in Uganda, has infected nearly 2,000 people and killed over 700 according to official counts. The WHO also faces a funding shortfall and the US has tightened travel restrictions for the region.
President Donald Trump has proposed that the US take over the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20% toll on cargo, a plan that has drawn expert skepticism and criticism from Brazilian President Lula, who called it 'piracy'.
Lebanon and Israel have resumed talks in Rome, mediated by the US, aiming to implement a framework agreement that calls for the phased withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon and the disarmament of Hezbollah. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, while expectations for rapid progress remain low amidst ongoing regional tensions.
At a summit of the Coalition of the Willing in Paris, Ukraine's allies announced new military support, including 16 Rafale jets, a license to produce Aster missiles, and the establishment of an anti-ballistic missile coalition. The UK also signed up to a €60bn EU defence loan scheme, while Germany pledged €90 million for Ukrainian long-range drones.
The United States has carried out a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran and announced the reimposition of a naval blockade on Iranian ports, with President Trump threatening further escalation. The UAE reported that two of its oil tankers were hit by Iranian cruise missiles in the Strait of Hormuz, killing one crew member. Meanwhile, Iran's Revolutionary Guards accused the US of jeopardising global oil and gas supplies.
President Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade on Iran in the Strait of Hormuz, imposing a 20% toll on eligible cargo, but reversed the toll the next day. The move highlights the fragile ceasefire and the strategic importance of the waterway, with Iran and the US at odds over control.
The US military has launched a third consecutive night of strikes against Iran, while Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps announced missile and drone attacks on US facilities in Bahrain. Both sides accuse each other of violating the interim agreement that had ended fighting in June.
The US government has refunded tens of billions of dollars in tariffs to businesses after the Supreme Court ruled the tariffs illegal. The refunds, which include interest, have reached $80-81 billion, with companies like Nintendo seeking refunds and customers suing for compensation.
Mexico has formally requested US prosecutors to open criminal investigations into the deaths of 17 Mexican nationals in ICE custody or during immigration enforcement operations since President Trump returned to office. The move, announced by President Claudia Sheinbaum, marks Mexico's strongest response yet to the fatalities, including the recent shooting of Lorenzo Salgado Araujo in Houston.
US President Donald Trump formally notified Congress that hostilities against Iran resumed on July 7, opening a new 60-day window for military action without congressional approval. The notification follows Iran's alleged violation of a June memorandum of understanding, leading to renewed strikes. Reports also detail an informal nickname for the operation and the killing of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
President Trump said the U.S. will act as 'guardian' of the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20% fee on all cargo shipped through it, while reinstating a naval blockade of Iranian ports. The announcement comes amid ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions and has raised questions about cost calculations and implications for energy-importing nations.
The sudden death of US Senator Lindsey Graham at 71 has narrowed Republicans' Senate majority and raised questions about the fate of pro-Ukraine legislation and the balance of power ahead of midterms. President Trump called Graham 'like a member of the family,' while officials and analysts weigh the impact on the Sanctioning Russia Act and military aid.
President Donald Trump announced the US will take control of the Strait of Hormuz and charge a 20% toll on cargo, prompting Iranian officials to assert Tehran's continued guardianship of the waterway. The proposal has drawn criticism from an Israeli security expert who says it validates Iran's own fee demands.
US Senator Lindsey Graham died at 71 after a brief illness, prompting tributes from American and Israeli leaders. He was a staunch supporter of Israel and Ukraine, and his death is seen as a significant loss for both countries.
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has rejected DEA assertions of government-cartel ties and refused to arrest officials indicted in the United States on drug corruption charges, escalating a confrontation with the Trump administration over drug enforcement strategy.
US Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina died on Saturday at age 71 after a brief illness, his office said. Preliminary findings from the DC Medical Examiner indicate he died of aortic dissection due to arteriosclerotic cardiovascular disease. Graham was a key ally of President Donald Trump and a prominent foreign policy hawk.
Iraqi Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi is set to visit Washington to meet President Donald Trump, with oil and gas agreements expected to be signed as part of a push for economic cooperation. The visit also addresses Iraq's efforts to balance ties with Iran and the US, amid military escalation and oil revenue losses.