China congratulated Colombia on its presidential election run-off, stating readiness to work with the incoming government of Abelardo de la Espriella. De la Espriella, who has pledged closer ties with the US, narrowly led his leftist rival in preliminary counts.
French President Emmanuel Macron thanked UK PM Keir Starmer for their joint work on defense, nuclear energy, space, and innovations, pledging to continue their outlined policies. Macron also acknowledged Starmer's support for military aid to Kyiv and improving UK-EU relations.
Queensland watch houses face ongoing overcrowding and deteriorating conditions, with regional facilities like Toowoomba and Maryborough regularly exceeding capacity. Police Union president Shane Prior highlights risks to prisoners and staff, blaming delays in prisoner transfers to Corrective Services facilities. The government has announced a $16 million investment for system overhaul.
Queensland watch houses face ongoing overcrowding and poor conditions, with regional facilities like Toowoomba and Maryborough regularly exceeding capacity. Police Union president Shane Prior highlights issues like shared cells and floor mattresses, impacting both prisoners and staff, and calls for faster prisoner transfers from Corrective Services.
Amidst escalating tensions, Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz shut, citing US/Israel ceasefire violations. Trump threatened tolls, while US military stated traffic continues. VP Vance arrived in Switzerland for nuclear and ceasefire talks.
Donald Trump stated there will be no tolls in the Strait of Hormuz for 60 days and none thereafter, unless imposed by the US. This follows Iran's claim of closing the strait due to a "clear breach" of a ceasefire MOU, which the US Central Command denied.
Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz shut, citing ceasefire violations. US President Trump threatened tolls on the strait unless imposed by the US for "Guardian Angel" services. US military denies traffic has stopped. Iran's negotiators are in Switzerland for talks.
Following Iran's declaration to close the Strait of Hormuz, US President Donald Trump threatened to impose tolls on the waterway. The US military stated traffic remains open, while Iran cited ceasefire violations by the US and Israel for its action.
Iran claims it will close the Strait of Hormuz to tankers, citing alleged ceasefire violations by the US and Israel. The US military denies the closure, stating traffic continues to flow and they are monitoring the situation. This comes days after a peace deal was signed between the US and Iran.
Britain's Labour government faces a potential leadership election as PM Sir Keir Starmer vows to contest, while Andy Burnham returns to parliament and signals his intent to challenge. Burnham's decisive by-election win in Makerfield fuels speculation about a leadership bid.
Russia vowed "massive group strikes" on Ukraine following a large-scale drone attack by Kyiv on Moscow, heavily targeting a major oil refinery. The attack, involving nearly 200 drones, injured 16 people and temporarily grounded flights at four Moscow airports.
Ukraine launched its largest drone offensive in months, hitting a key oil refinery near Moscow, causing thick smoke and reports of black rain. Russia retaliated with strikes on Ukrainian cities, killing two. The attacks highlight the escalating conflict and Ukraine's strategy to target Russian energy infrastructure.
Ghost nets and plastic waste are severely impacting marine ecosystems in Asia, particularly in Indonesia. Coastal communities and conservationists face the burden of collection, with limited regulations to stop vessels from discarding nets. A 2024 report highlights Indonesia's significant plastic waste production and its discharge into the marine environment.
Republicans criticize Donald Trump's interim agreement with Iran, calling it the "worst foreign policy blunder in decades." The deal includes ending the conflict, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and financing Iran's recovery with a $300bn fund, while scrapping sanctions.
US President Donald Trump met Indian PM Narendra Modi at the G7 summit, calling him the 'most beautiful man' and pledging unwavering support. The meeting occurred amid US-India trade talks and following US military strikes in the Gulf of Oman that killed Indian seafarers, prompting India's call for an end to such attacks.
Iran and Oman will discuss the future administration of the Strait of Hormuz with other Gulf states following a war-ending agreement. A memorandum of understanding to be signed Friday in Geneva will allow 60 days of toll-free passage for commercial ships before these discussions begin, aligning with international law.
Cameron Hamilton, nominated to lead FEMA, assured senators of fair disaster aid evaluation. He previously defended FEMA's existence and was removed. His nomination faces scrutiny over potential partisanship in disaster declarations, with data suggesting a disparity between Republican and Democratic states.
AI startup Anthropic joins Frontier's carbon removal collective with a $915 million pledge, nearly doubling Frontier's total funding to $1.8 billion. This marks the first AI-only company to join the group, which vets and contracts carbon removal projects.
The European Commission announced a €493 million aid package for the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, focusing on medical support, humanitarian aid, and research. G7 leaders also called for a coordinated international response amid rising cases.
US President Donald Trump lauded PM Narendra Modi at the G7 Summit, stating India's global role depends on Modi's leadership. Trump pledged US support if India is attacked and highlighted growing US-India trade and economic ties.
U.S. President Donald Trump committed to playing a role in advancing Korean Peninsula issues during a meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the G7 summit. The leaders also discussed cooperation in shipbuilding and trilateral ties with Japan.
U.S. President Donald Trump committed to playing a role in advancing Korean Peninsula issues during a meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung at the G7 summit. The pledge was made during an official G7 dinner.
G7 leaders at a summit in France pledged to bolster Ukraine's air defenses and increase pressure on Russia's war economy through enhanced sanctions on oil and gas. They also expressed readiness to allow Ukraine to increase its military production.
Wes Streeting has stated that a Labour leadership contest should not be about who can make the most expensive pledges. He aims to present himself as a fiscally responsible candidate, contrasting with potential rival Andy Burnham.
