President Trump's "Project Freedom" to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz lasted only 48 hours, leaving thousands of vessels stranded. Despite US military guidance for two ships, the operation was paused due to ongoing dangers, with shipping executives unwilling to risk passage without a proven peace accord.
अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रंप ने फ़ीफ़ा से अमेरिका के स्ट्राइकर फोलारिन बालोगुन पर लगे एक मैच के बैन की समीक्षा करने को कहा था, जिसकी दुनिया भर में आलोचना हो रही है। फ़ीफ़ा ने प्रतिबंध को 12 महीने के लिए निलंबित कर दिया, जिससे बालोगुन बेल्जियम के ख़िलाफ़ खेलने के योग्य हो गए।
Heavy rain caused landslides and flooding on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway and railway tracks on Monday, July 6. This led to the cancellation or diversion of dozens of trains and disruption of road traffic, virtually cutting off the two cities for hours. Restoration work is underway.
China conducted a rare ballistic missile test from a nuclear submarine in the Pacific, alarming Japan, Australia, and New Zealand. The demonstration of growing undersea nuclear capabilities, amid regional security shifts and US unpredictability, signals Beijing's expanding reach, prompting regional powers to strengthen security networks and seek self-reliance.
President Trump stated the US will either reach a deal with Iran or "finish the job," renewing military threats. This comes as Iran shows defiance after Supreme Leader Khamenei's funeral, with mourners chanting for revenge against Trump.
Belgium holds a 2-1 lead over the USA at halftime in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 match in Seattle. Charles De Ketelaere scored twice for Belgium, while Malik Tillman netted for the USA.
At least 26 people were killed and over 100 injured in clashes inside a prison in Negombo, Sri Lanka. The violence, which began Sunday and continued into Monday, is believed to have erupted between groups supporting and opposing drug trafficking activities within the prison. Justice Minister Harshana Nanayakkara took responsibility for the unrest.
