Associated Press
Despite the increase in forest fires in Europe and North America, global carbon emissions from fires have become the lowest in 25 years. This is due to a record reduction in fires in Africa and Asia.
Iran launched missile strikes on US facilities after the US and Saudi Arabia attacked Iraqi militias, killing 20 fighters. In Egypt, two gas vessels caught fire following drone attacks.
The US Secretary of the Air Force signed a memorandum to rename Joint Base Charleston in honor of the late Senator Lindsey Graham. The exact timeline for the renaming has not yet been determined.
The black SUV carrying the Prime Minister of Israel arrived at the White House a few minutes after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy left his meeting with Trump.
The UN International Organization for Migration reports a rise in the recruitment of hundreds of thousands of people to work in online scam centers. Victims are lured by fake job advertisements through social media and then held by force.
U. S. President Donald Trump threatened to destroy Iran's bridges and power plants in less than an hour. He stated that Iran knows that he will finish what he started if it does not reach a deal.
Due to visits by the President of Ukraine and the Prime Minister of Israel, security around the White House has been strengthened. Vehicle traffic is blocked, only pedestrian movement is allowed.
Loomer urged conservatives not to succumb to Russian propaganda. She admitted that she had previously become a victim of false information.
At the Bite of Seattle festival in Seattle, a shooting occurred, resulting in three deaths and four injuries. Police have detained one suspect and are searching for another; among the wounded is a two-year-old boy.
France deploys heavy aircraft A400M to fight forest fire in Gironde. Nearly 197,000 people have been evacuated due to the disaster, including from the suburbs of Bordeaux.
SpaceX conducted the 13th test flight of Starship, putting 20 next-generation Starlink satellites into orbit. The ship successfully splashed down in the Indian Ocean, while the booster fell into the Gulf of Mexico.
Member states of the International Criminal Court voted to dismiss Chief Prosecutor Karim Khan after allegations of sexual harassment. Khan denies the allegations.
In 30 American cities, the number of murders in the first half of 2026 decreased by 18% compared to 2025. Experts attribute the decline in crime to a combination of factors, including a reduction in drug use.
Ford and Geely announced joint production of low- and zero-emission vehicles at Ford's plant in Valencia. The partnership involves the production of five models, including the hybrid Kuga and electric SUVs.
China stated that Japan's claims to the area near Okinotori Island are illegal, and according to international maritime law, Okinotori is a coral atoll and does not fall under the category of an exclusive economic zone.
In the province of Nuristan in eastern Afghanistan, sudden floods have claimed the lives of at least 20 people. Another 80 people have been injured, and over 100 are considered missing.
In New York, a second death from Legionnaires' disease has been recorded, with a total of 72 confirmed cases. Specialists are inspecting cooling towers, and the number of new cases is decreasing.
US President Donald Trump in an interview with Fox refused to name the winner of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. He noted that it is hard to bet against Lionel Messi, calling his assist perfect.
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5. 5-5.6 struck the Junín region in central Peru. At least five people died, dozens of houses were destroyed, and there are power outages.
Five people, including a seven-year-old girl, were found alive after a boat sank near the Selayar Islands. Another 20 passengers are still considered missing.
Islamist militants and separatists ambushed a military convoy in Mali, where, according to their data, there were Russian military personnel. Dozens of soldiers were killed or captured, the Malian army confirmed the attack.
Greece has submitted an application for the inclusion of Mount Olympus in the UNESCO World Heritage List as a mixed cultural and natural heritage site. The application will be considered at the Committee meeting in Busan from July 20 to 29.
Boris Nadezhdin was convicted for displaying a photo of Navalny. The sentence makes his participation in the parliamentary elections in September impossible.
The US attacked bridges, energy facilities, and a port in Iran. In response, Iran struck Qatar and Kuwait, damaging a water desalination plant.
A fire broke out at an orphanage near the capital of Algeria, resulting in the deaths of 11 children and injuries to 19 others. President Tebboune expressed condolences, while the causes of the fire have not been reported.
The Ebola virus outbreak in the eastern DRC has become the fastest-growing in history. Nearly 2,000 confirmed cases of infection have been reported, 702 of which have resulted in death.
During the fifth running of the San Fermín festival on July 11, 14 people were injured. A 30-year-old man suffered a severe horn wound to the face and fractures.
The live-action remake of "Moana" grossed $95 million worldwide in its opening weekend, significantly below expectations. Critics rated the film only 34%, although audiences were more favorable.
UEFA called FIFA's decision to suspend Folari Balogun's disqualification a crossing of the red lines of football integrity. The decision was made after a call from US President Trump to FIFA President Infantino.
General Ahmad Vahidi, who had not appeared in public since February 8, was spotted at the farewell ceremony for the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. He is considered a key player in shaping Iran's hardline stance in negotiations regarding the war with the US.