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Trump announced a new 50% tariff on Canadian cars, trucks and steel, while US politics featured several highly contested primary runoffs, including races in South Carolina and Oklahoma. Internationally, Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed Ukraine's independence day, discussing the need for lasting peace despite receiving fewer Patriot defence systems amid increasing Russian ballistic attacks.

A year after an Israeli strike killed 22 Palestinians, including journalists like Hussam al-Masri and Mariam Dagga, in a double hit on Nasser Hospital in Gaza, no accountability has been established. Despite Israeli officials asserting that the target was suspected Hamas equipment or personnel, internal accounts suggest questions remain about the military's rationale for the strike, raising accusations of war crimes.

A year after a double Israeli strike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza killed 22 Palestinians, including journalists Hussam al-Masri and Mariam Dagga, no accountability has been reached. While officials stated the target was a suspected Hamas camera, an anonymous soldier questioned the military's claims about linking the camera or six of the victims to Hamas. Despite repeated inquiries from news agencies like AP, the Israeli army has provided no timeline or details on the ongoing investigation.

Inflation in Singapore reached its highest point in nearly two years. However, consumer prices rose 2.2% last month, which undershot the 2.3% rate that economists polled by Reuters had expected.

Taiwan held the Han Kuang military exercises over ten days to simulate a Chinese invasion, conducting drills on city streets and alleys in public view. These simulations involve troops practicing combat tactics, such as setting up barricades and using smoke grenades with blanks, right within urban neighborhoods like Taipei while residents continue their normal daily routines.

Archaeologists examined an ancient shipwreck near the Croatian island of Mljet, dating to the late 7th or early 8th century A.D. The discovery yielded over 600 grams of gold coins issued by four emperors of the Heraclian dynasty, marking the largest amount recovered from a Mediterranean wreck. Additional findings included elaborate jewelry and evidence suggesting that a wealthy passenger was aboard.

Wendy’s is struggling with operational issues, reporting a 7% drop in U.S. same-restaurant sales and declining traffic over six consecutive quarters. Activist investor Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management has assembled a consortium that may submit an offer to take Wendy’s private due to these declines and pressure on franchisee economics.

Reuters reported that Binance supplied transaction records and identity documents to Russian authorities. These documents were later used in a terrorism-financing case against Yuri Belenkiy.

Iran and Oman are nearing an agreement to establish a commercial route in the Strait of Hormuz, but analysts say it will not resolve broader regional disputes. Iran has threatened Gulf nations if the US launches new strikes, while the US aims to reopen the strait and claims of success are becoming harder to achieve, according to a former US ambassador to Saudi Arabia.

Elsayed, a Democrat progressive pick, narrowly won the Michigan Senate nomination. He could be the first Muslim elected to the Senate.

Iran has warned Gulf states that any new U.S. attack on its territory would trigger retaliation against critical energy infrastructure across the region. This follows President Trump's July 28 threat to strike Iran's energy network and infrastructure.

The U.S. has removed counterterrorism sanctions from two aircraft and three airlines linked to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, according to the Treasury Department's website. The action was reported by Reuters.

A senior source denied that AstraZeneca and Bristol Myers Squibb were ever in merger talks. A source close to the matter told Reuters there is 'no deal' and 'never was a deal to be done' between the two drugmakers.

The Israeli military issued an evacuation warning to Mansouri village in southern Lebanon, as reported by Reuters. This marks the first such online warning by Israel for Lebanon in over a month.

North Korea is preparing to deploy a missile unit to western Russia that could operate up to 120 ballistic missiles for strikes on Ukraine, according to a Ukrainian military intelligence official. The move would escalate military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated his administration had 'very good discussions' with Iran during all-day negotiations, raising hopes for an end to a five-month conflict. Market reactions followed, with oil prices falling and Asian stocks rising due to expectations of a deal restoring traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.

The US has used 'virtually all' of its long-range precision missiles, including Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM), during the war on Iran. US Central Command has replenished its stock from other theatres, highlighting supply limitations for President Donald Trump’s threats against Iran.

The US has used up most of its long-range missiles and nearly two-thirds of its Patriot interceptors during the Iran war, raising concerns about military preparedness. The Pentagon's efforts to address shortages are boosting military contractors and startups repurposing components, but production delays may hinder readiness for future conflicts.

The Trump administration dismissed concerns about U.S. military shortages of long-range missiles after a report revealed the Army used nearly all of its ATACMS and PrSM inventories during the five-month conflict with Iran. Officials warned this could hinder responses to future crises, while the Pentagon asserted the military remains capable of global operations.

The Trump administration dismissed concerns about U.S. military shortages of long-range missiles like ATACMS and PrSM following a report stating their near-exhaustion during the five-month conflict with Iran. Officials warned this could hinder responses to future crises involving China and Russia, while Trump and the Pentagon emphasized sufficient stockpiles and increased munitions production.

Chipotle removed jalapeños from some restaurants amid a salmonella outbreak linked to the ingredient, as part of a precautionary measure. Minnesota health officials reported 110 Salmonella cases, with 75 individuals linking their illness to eating at Chipotle between June 14 and July 14. The FDA is investigating the outbreak, which may also involve other Mexican-style restaurants.

The US has used nearly all of its long-range precision missiles, including Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) and Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM), during the war with Iran, according to a Reuters report. This depletion has forced US Central Command to replenish supplies from other regions, and Ukraine has used US-supplied ATACMS to target Russia.

The US has used nearly all its long-range precision missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during the war on Iran, forcing stockpile replenishment from other regions. Military leaders warned President Trump about dwindling missile interceptors, highlighting supply constraints amid ongoing conflict.

An Indian vessel was hit by a projectile near Yemeni waters, causing it to sink. All 14 seafarers onboard, including 13 Indian nationals, were rescued by the Yemeni coast guard and taken to the port of Mokha.

Gazans are holding a mass funeral for 112 members of the Al-Hassaynas clan from Sabra, whose remains were found in rubble. The clan was nearly wiped out by Israel's actions three years ago.

Syria has agreed to significantly reduce Russian oil imports in response to a US request, as part of negotiations to lift its terrorism sanctions. The move aims to diversify Syria's energy supply.

The US army has used nearly all of its long-range ATACMS and about half of its Tomahawk missiles during its five-month conflict with Iran, according to sources. The US Central Command had to resupply from other global locations after depleting its initial stockpile, as reported by Reuters.

The U.S. Army has nearly depleted its stockpile of long-range precision missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during its five-month conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness for future conflicts.

Iran and Oman are discussing a plan to split control of the Strait of Hormuz shipping routes, with Iran managing inbound traffic and Oman overseeing outbound traffic after notifying Iran. Tehran has indicated it would not accept alternatives to this arrangement for reopening the strait.

President Trump dismissed claims that Russia provided Iran with satellite imagery to target U.S. forces, calling any assistance 'very unimpactful.' Reports from Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Reuters allege Russian and Chinese support for Iran, though China denied supplying missiles to Tehran. U.S. officials acknowledged broader Russian and Chinese assistance to Iran but stated it has not enhanced Iran's ability to attack Americans.

President Donald Trump dismissed claims that Russia provided Iran with satellite imagery of U.S. military installations in the Gulf, calling the assistance 'very unimpactful.' Reports suggest Russia and China are supporting Iran through intelligence and potential military equipment, though China denied supplying missiles via Pakistan. Trump's administration acknowledged broader foreign support for Iran but asserted it has not enhanced Tehran's ability to target Americans.

The article accuses Israel of violating ceasefires in Gaza and Lebanon, citing over 1,200 Palestinian deaths since an October 2026 agreement with Hamas and continued attacks in southern Lebanon. It criticizes Western media for downplaying these actions as 'fragile' rather than acknowledging them as violations.

Conflicting statements from the United States and Iran about ongoing talks to end their five-month-old conflict have increased uncertainty. U.S. President Donald Trump claimed negotiations are happening with a 'last chance' for Iran, while Iran denied any ongoing or planned discussions. An attack on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz highlights risks to global energy flows.

Russia claimed a Ukrainian drone attack killed seven people, including three children, and injured 40 at the Gelendzhik resort in the Black Sea. Ukraine has not yet commented on the incident, and social media videos verified by Reuters showed a drone striking a busy beach area.

Pemex's net profit fell 69.7% annually to 18.02 billion pesos in Q2 2026 due to higher financial costs, taxes, and a stronger peso. Despite the decline, the company reported increased hydrocarbon production, higher refining output, and a 9.1% reduction in debt to $77.5 billion, calling the results 'favorable.'

AstraZeneca's stock fell amid merger talks with Bristol Myers Squibb, which could create a $400 billion drugmaker, while Amgen disclosed a cybersecurity incident involving stolen patient data. Investors questioned the strategic need for the proposed merger, and Bristol Myers Squibb's shares rose in premarket trading.

Michelle Bachelet placed fourth in the UN Security Council’s first straw poll for UN Secretary-General, receiving two encourage votes, six discourage votes, and seven no-opinion votes. Costa Rica’s Rebeca Grynspan led with ten votes, according to Reuters.

Iran is using Middle East trade routes, shipping lanes, and energy infrastructure as pressure points to raise confrontation costs with the US without triggering full-scale war, according to Gulf officials and analysts. The strategy involves calibrated escalation to force US concessions by outlasting Washington.

The US and Japan jointly intervened to support the Japanese yen, which had fallen to a 40-year low, causing it to surge to 155.23 per US dollar. The intervention involved US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, as indicated by a Reuters photograph of his to-do list.

Commercial sea drones from Seasats have monitored PLA warships in the South China Sea and Taiwan Strait. Verified footage shows a Lightfish drone near a Chinese Type 052D guided-missile destroyer northwest of Luzon, Philippines.