Bangladesh urged India to clarify its stance after ousted leader Sheikh Hasina announced a planned video address at a Delhi event, marking the anniversary of the uprising that toppled her government.
US President Donald Trump’s Board of Peace assured Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that Israel's Gaza withdrawal will only begin after Hamas completely disarms.
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited Kumamoto after a magnitude 7.1 earthquake killed 38, with recovery hampered by extreme heat up to 40C, water shortages affecting over 46,000 households, and criticism of shelter conditions; a mall explosion killed two employees.
President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed Ukraine’s ambassador to the United States, Olha Stefanishyna, in a decree. Stefanishyna said she left by personal choice after nearly a year, amid broader reshuffle of top officials.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi visits earthquake-hit Kumamoto prefecture, where recovery is hindered by extreme heat, water shortages, and lack of air-conditioned shelters, nearly a week after a 7.1 magnitude quake killed 38 people.
Bangladesh's state minister for foreign affairs asked India to clarify whether it supports an upcoming virtual address by former PM Sheikh Hasina in Delhi, warning it could impact bilateral ties.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky dismissed U.S. Ambassador Olha Stefanishyna via presidential decree. Stefanishyna stated the departure was her own decision due to personal circumstances, coinciding with a broader reshuffle of top Ukrainian officials.
Rapists and child sex offenders are excluded from early prison release plans in England and Wales to ease overcrowding, though domestic abusers and killers remain eligible.
Former influential media personality Alan Jones has appeared in an Australian court, facing 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching. His legal team plans to challenge the credibility of complainants, while the prosecution details allegations of abuse of power and financial leverage.
Ursula von der Leyen urged stronger EU borders after tens of thousands of migrants arrived in Spain's Ceuta, triggering a dispute among EU nations over migration policy and Spain's handling of returns. EU interior ministers will hold emergency talks.
BJP leader Ramesh Bidhuri claimed that 'puncture repairers and locksmiths' outnumbered students at a recent Jantar Mantar protest against the NEET paper leak, criticizing the abusive language used against PM Modi. His remarks follow Modi's appeal to forgive young protesters who used offensive language.
An analysis argues that Donald Trump's power grabs, characterized by constant scandals, a focus on loyalty over competence, and a spectacle of cruelty, create both autocratic consolidation and significant vulnerabilities, contrasting with 21st-century 'spin dictatorships' like Orbán's and Putin's.
Spanish politicians from across the spectrum are pressuring Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez to hold Morocco accountable for the sudden influx of 50,000 migrants into Ceuta, despite Sánchez's focus on human smugglers. Critics cite Moroccan gendarmes abandoning posts and Rabat's potential leverage over Western Sahara.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico criticized the European Commission for exempting Russian luxury sable fur from sanctions, calling it 'blatant hypocrisy.' He argued that while essential goods are banned, luxury items are spared, hurting EU economies more than Russia. The exemption reportedly followed pressure from Italy and Greece, key importers of sable pelts.
Prime Minister Han Seong-sook honored 68 individuals with state medals and citations for their contributions to projects marking the 80th anniversary of Korea's liberation from Japanese colonial rule, including former lawmaker Lee Jong-chan and professor Yuji Hosaka.
A nationwide survey by CVoter reveals that over half of Indian adults are unhappy with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government regarding its handling of recent exam scandals and leaks. These issues sparked widespread student protests, leading to the resignation of education minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated India's contingent for securing 39 medals, including 13 golds, at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, finishing fourth. India will host the 2030 edition in Ahmedabad.
Delhi Police decided not to file a case against a 15-year-old girl accused of using abusive language against Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a viral video. The decision followed her public apology, where she stated she was influenced and expressed remorse for her actions.
Nigel Farage and Reform UK are experiencing a "perfect storm" of challenges, including a dip in poll ratings, a donation controversy, and a recovering Conservative Party, despite Farage's defiance and solidified core support.
PM Modi launched the 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat Sankalp Abhiyan' campaign, urging youth to reject drug abuse and families to communicate openly. He called for respecting drug survivors and announced strict action against traffickers, noting the campaign will run for 100 weeks.
Over 100 artists, writers, and scientists, including New Order, urge the UK government to reverse £2.8m funding cuts for Jodrell Bank Observatory's e-Merlin network. The cuts threaten 28 jobs and vital astronomy research, impacting global projects and the UK's scientific standing.
Britain's new Prime Minister Andy Burnham, in office for two weeks, has expressed support for a written constitution for the UK, a move he links to his administration's focus on devolving power to regional authorities.
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham pledges "relentless" action on small boat crossings, advocating for safe routes and EU dialogue, following Spain's return of 98% of 50,000 migrants from Ceuta to Morocco. UK crossings are down 43% year-on-year.
An adviser to the Israeli prime minister, Dmitri Gendelman, stated that progress on the framework agreement with Lebanon, including troop withdrawal, hinges on Hezbollah's disarmament. The US-brokered agreement, signed in June, aims for Lebanon to regain sovereign control and Israel to withdraw from occupied areas. Further talks are scheduled for August 4-6 in Rome.
