US Vice President JD Vance postponed his trip to Switzerland for planned peace talks with Iranian negotiators. The Swiss Foreign Ministry confirmed the postponement, citing logistical challenges. The talks were to focus on implementing a 14-point agreement to end the Iran war, which was signed by Presidents Trump and Pezeshkian.
Taiwan accused Kenya of deporting two delegates from the island who were to attend a global oceans conference in Mombasa, blaming Beijing for pressuring the East African nation. Kenya stated its foreign policy recognizes only one China.
The Texas Republican Party convention in Houston featured Governor Greg Abbott's address, discussions on abortion policy, and an unusual appearance by an elephant. While the World Cup is hosted nearby, most delegates viewed it as irrelevant, focusing instead on conservative agenda and party unity.
Jibril Rajoub, president of the Palestinian Football Association, is in Mexico City awaiting a US visa to attend the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He criticized the restrictions, calling them unfair to football representatives. Visa issues have affected delegates from several countries, with the US State Department yet to comment on Rajoub's case.
Despite the 2026 World Cup kickoff nearing, the tournament's presence is subtle in the US, especially in New York. USMNT players like Tyler Adams and Weston McKennie describe a slow realization, with official events and sponsorships gradually building anticipation.
The All India Football Federation's General Body has empowered its Executive Committee to finalize a commercial rights deal, with bids from FanCode and Genius Sports. The AIFF favors UK-based Genius Sports, offering Rs 64.4 crore annually. ISL clubs have expressed concerns and requested no binding decision be made.
Representatives from 17 European countries visited the Amazon International Police Cooperation Center (CCPI) in Manaus. The visit led to a formal invitation for Germany, Belgium, Spain, Italy, and the Netherlands to join regional investigations, strengthening cooperation against organized crime.
Delegates at the World Urban Forum in Baku warned that war and climate change are rapidly reshaping cities, outpacing reconstruction efforts. Ukraine's Kyiv region has restored nearly 30,000 structures, with Azerbaijan as a key partner. Climate change's impact on African cities and global housing crises were also discussed.
Labour lost its century-long hold on Wales in a Senedd election shock, with Plaid Cymru and Reform UK winning seats in former Labour strongholds like Tredegar. Voters expressed disillusionment with Labour, citing a disconnect from working people and concerns about the rise of Reform UK.
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At world-first Santa Marta climate meeting, delegates say it was ‘euphoric’ to finally be focusing on concrete solutionsAfter a landmark climate meeting in Santa Marta, Colombia, where nearly 60 countries gathered to work out how to end the production and use of planet-heating fossil fuels, what have we learned? Continue reading...
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino is criticised as he attempts to encourage Israeli and Palestinian delegates to shake hands.
Gianni Infantino confirmed at the 76th FIFA congress in Vancouver that he will seek re-election for a third term next year in Rabat, Morocco, where he faces no opposition. The announcement was overshadowed by a diplomatic incident when Palestinian FA president Jibril Rajoub refused to stand alongside Israeli FA vice-president Basim Sheikh Suliman, telling Reuters: "I cannot shake the hand of someone the Israelis have brought to whitewash their fascism and genocide."
The commission of inquiry into the CFMEU in Queensland hears that contractors were pressured to hire delegates as safety representatives at a Cross River Rail site.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will visit Pakistan without meeting US delegates, according to Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei. The visit aims to hold discussions with Pakistani high-level officials regarding mediation efforts to end the conflict in the Middle East.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Iran’s footballers will be welcome at this year’s World Cup, distancing the US from a proposal that Italy could take Iran’s place. Rubio denied Washington had asked Iran not to attend, but warned some delegation members with ties to the IRGC may be barred. The proposal from US special envoy Paolo Zampolli was dismissed by Italy.
Hundreds of delegates are arriving at the United Nations for the world’s largest gathering of Indigenous peoples
