In Moscow, a scaled-down Victory Day parade was held under tight security, without military hardware, amid fears of possible Ukrainian drone attacks.
Clashes between two drug gangs at Sri Lanka's Negombo prison have resulted in at least 26 deaths, including four guards, and over 100 injuries. The violence, which began Sunday evening, highlights severe overcrowding in the nation's prisons, which are at four times capacity.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte praised Donald Trump's policies, stating he was right to push allies for increased defense spending and military modernization. Rutte also defended the U.S. role in the "Epic Fury" campaign against Iran, highlighting European support.
US fans expressed disappointment after Belgium defeated the co-hosts 4-1 in Seattle to reach the World Cup quarter-finals. Supporters acknowledged Belgium was the better team but remained proud of the national team's tournament performance.
NATO leaders meet in Ankara, Turkey, attempting to manage Donald Trump's unpredictable behavior and demands, particularly concerning defense spending and the Iran conflict. Allies are focusing on financial commitments and industry to appease the U.S. president, while privately acknowledging a shift in the alliance's dynamics.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi stated that lasting peace and stability in the Middle East are impossible without an independent Palestinian state, with East Jerusalem as its capital. He also emphasized that normalizing ties with Israel hinges on ending the occupation of Palestinian territories.
Hong Kong democracy activist Joshua Wong is scheduled for sentencing on September 2nd in a case under the national security law. He was arrested in June 2025 for allegedly conspiring with foreign forces to endanger national security by seeking sanctions against Hong Kong or China.
