US intelligence analysts are investigating whether Russia provided targeting data or advanced drone technology to Iran for recent drone attacks on sensitive CIA facilities in the Gulf region, including sites in Riyadh and eastern Iraq. The probe follows intensified concerns after strikes on a US air base in Jordan.
LNZ Cherkasy, a Ukrainian football club, is set to make its European debut against Belgian side Gent in the Conference League, marking a rapid ascent from fourth-tier football since 2021. This success, driven by local agribusiness investment and young leadership, offers a beacon of hope amidst the ongoing war.
Eleven staff at Flinders Medical Centre's emergency department became unwell, with three hospitalized, after an accidental release of mosquito repellent. A dozen beds are closed for decontamination, and reopening is uncertain.
The United States and Saudi Arabia signed a 30-year nuclear agreement for a civilian program, allowing the kingdom to potentially enrich uranium using American technology. The deal, which includes "bilateral safeguards" but not the IAEA Additional Protocol, faces opposition in Congress due to proliferation risks.
Ukrainian UAVs attacked a fuel and energy facility in Russia's Novospassky district, Ulyanovsk Region. Governor Alexey Russkikh confirmed the incident, stating emergency services are on site and he will provide updates on firefighting efforts and the situation.
China has launched the High Intensity Heavy-ion Accelerator Facility (HIAF) in Huizhou, Guangdong, a record-breaking particle accelerator capable of producing the world's most intense beams of charged atoms. This 2.6 billion yuan facility will aid research in cancer treatment and spacecraft materials.
Pakistan has quietly approached the Trump administration for a $10 billion "exchange stabilization facility" to bolster its fragile economy and foreign exchange reserves. The unusual five-year facility, if approved, would strengthen ties with the nuclear-armed nation and provide the US leverage against China's growing influence.
A 1.2 million-hectare private weapons and aerospace testing facility, MaxQ range, will open near Thargomindah, Queensland, by mid-2028. The $15 million project, co-funded by the Queensland government, aims to bolster sovereign defence capabilities and create 60 jobs.
The US conducted its 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iran, targeting military infrastructure to degrade its ability to threaten shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran activated air defenses and warned against targeting its nuclear facilities, threatening reprisals against US interests and allies.
Wistron Corporation opened its first U.S. facility in Fort Worth, Texas, to build AI servers for Nvidia, including the GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra Superchip, causing Wistron's shares to jump 9.7%.
President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Iran's underground Pickaxe Mountain nuclear facility, escalating tensions with Tehran. This comes as U.S. Central Command has conducted 11 nights of bombings on Iranian targets, despite an interim agreement, raising fears of an "explosion of war" in the region.
Ukrainian attacks on Russia's Bryansk Region injured two people and damaged an agricultural facility, Acting Governor Yegor Kovalchuk reported. A security guard and a local resident were hospitalized after drone strikes in Klimovsky and Pogarsky Districts.
Pakistan has requested a $10 billion exchange stabilization facility from the U.S. to bolster foreign exchange reserves, ease pressure on the rupee, and reduce reliance on multilateral financing. This follows Pakistan's diplomatic role in Iran war talks and aims to deepen bilateral economic cooperation and attract U.S. investment.
Beijing-based Z.ai has acquired Chinese infrastructure software developer XCore Sigma, a spin-off from the Chinese Academy of Sciences. This acquisition, alongside a new data center, aims to address computing power constraints and improve AI inference efficiency for Z.ai.
The Delhi High Court ordered the immediate transfer of activist Sonam Wangchuk from Safdarjung Hospital to Medanta Hospital in Gurugram. This decision comes as Wangchuk continues a prolonged hunger strike, now on its 24th day, protesting the NEET paper leak and demanding the Education Minister's resignation.
Ukraine launched over 400 drones at Moscow, hitting industrial sites and an oil depot, while Russia continued ballistic missile attacks on Ukrainian cities, causing multiple casualties. Cross-border strikes also led to deaths in Belgorod and on a cargo vessel near Odesa, as Ukraine's military commander Syrskyi faces potential dismissal.
Agility Robotics opened a 60,000 sq ft facility in Fremont, CA, to train its Digit humanoid robots for scaled deployments. The company, already generating revenue with Digit in warehouses for clients like Amazon, is preparing for a reverse-merger to go public, aiming to capitalize on its lead in the humanoid robot market.
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon announced a $24 million initiative, including loans and grants, to bolster American shipbuilding. This investment, part of the bank's $1.5 trillion security project, aims to finance a new submarine facility at the Philadelphia Navy Yard and support maritime businesses amid rising geopolitical tensions.
Jingye Group demands compensation from the UK government, calling the nationalization of its subsidiary, British Steel, "outright robbery" and threatening legal action. The UK government took control citing national security, strategic steel supplies, and job protection, with an independent valuer now assessing compensation.
Seven American aid workers from Samaritan's Purse are quarantining at a new US-built isolation facility in Kenya, following US travel restrictions for those returning from Ebola-affected areas. The facility's construction has faced significant opposition and a court-ordered suspension in Kenya.
Israeli Environmental Protection Minister Idit Silman reclassifies crocodiles as 'captive-bred wildlife', enabling their use for security, including deterring prison escapes, a move supported by National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.
US servicemen who survived an Iranian strike on facilities in Kuwait accused commanders of underestimating security threats at Shuwaikh Port, according to The Washington Post. Senior officers allegedly ignored intelligence warnings and deployed troops despite inadequate protection, with some soldiers attempting to improve defenses. The report also details alleged pressure on soldiers to leave shelters during air raid warnings.
Senator Lindsey Graham died suddenly from a brief illness on July 11, days after joking about a threat from Iran. He had recently returned from Ukraine, where he met with President Zelenskyy and discussed sanctions against Russia.
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced they struck and dismantled a Hamas weapons production site in Gaza City. The facility was reportedly used to manufacture weapon components, violating the ceasefire agreement. Several militants were inside the site during the strike.
