Iran has received a US response to its 30-day peace proposal, conveyed via Pakistan. The offer aims to end the ongoing war, not just extend a ceasefire, and suggests delaying nuclear talks until after hostilities cease. The US President expressed doubt about the proposal's success, citing Iran's past actions.
China's test of a long-range ballistic missile from a submarine in the Pacific drew sharp criticism from the US and Indo-Pacific nations, who called it destabilizing and provocative amid escalating strategic competition.
NATO allies will display increased defense spending at a summit in Ankara, Turkey, aiming to appease US President Donald Trump following his criticism of Europe's response to the Iran conflict. The meeting follows a pledge made a year prior for members to raise security spending to 5% of GDP.
Heavy rainfall in Odisha has led to the death of a two-year-old girl and widespread water-logging. Flood fears loom for the Baitarani River, and educational institutions have been closed in several districts. Authorities are implementing rescue measures.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that escalating global conflicts, increasing impunity, and emerging technologies are heightening the risk of mass atrocities. He urged the international community to act on early warning signs before crises escalate into genocide or war crimes.
French footballer Kylian Mbappé has condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for racist social media posts targeting him after Paraguay's World Cup elimination. The Paraguayan government and French Football Federation also denounced the remarks.
France captain Kylian Mbappé condemned Paraguayan senator Celeste Amarilla for racist social media posts mocking his background following Paraguay's World Cup elimination. The Paraguayan government and French Football Federation also denounced the remarks, with the latter referring the matter to prosecutors.
