United Nations
The Central Election Commission adopted a resolution declaring the organization of the "elections" to the State Duma of the Russian Federation in the temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine illegitimate.
An oil spill from the tanker “Carolina Besengi” off Oman has spread across more than 2,000 square kilometers, threatening an environmental catastrophe. Due to damage to the vessel, its entire cargo of 800,000 barrels could enter the water.
The United States accused China of providing insufficient warning about the launch of an intercontinental ballistic missile on July 6. China rejected the accusation, stating that safety measures were in place and that notification had been given in advance.
Human Rights Watch and three other organizations have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over sanctions against the ICC. They called the measures an unlawful attack on international justice.
The South Korean government maintains a cautious position regarding Ukraine's request for air defense support, emphasizing compliance with domestic law. Seoul continues to provide only humanitarian aid, refraining from supplying lethal weapons.
U. S. Deputy Representative to the UN Dan Negrea stated that Washington will continue to support negotiations to end the war. The United States will also facilitate the reunification of families separated by the war.
A UN Security Council meeting dedicated to violations of the rights of Ukrainian prisoners of war and civilians was held in New York. Participants presented testimony of torture and emphasized the need to increase pressure on Russia.
The Public Council under the Ministry of Finance plans to consider the taxation of lease payments for aircraft and initiate a general tax clarification. The reason was differing approaches to classifying such transactions as royalties, which led to criminal cases being brought against airlines.
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the deaths of innocent people in Ukraine and Russia and called for compliance with international humanitarian law. According to the UN, more than 16,000 civilians have been killed during nearly 4.5 years of war.
Nigeria's military rescued 33 people kidnapped by armed men in the northwest of the country. The attackers fled after coming under fire from the military, and the search continues.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić said that Belgrade would continue to support Ukraine’s territorial integrity and its European course. He emphasized support for the UN Charter and readiness to help Ukraine on its path to the EU.
U. S. intelligence believes Putin may launch a limited attack on a NATO country, likely one of the Baltic states or Poland. This could happen to undermine the Alliance's unity if he is unable to save face in the war with Ukraine.
According to Bloomberg, Kim Jong Un received up to $22 billion in foreign revenues from 2022 to 2025, four times more than in the previous period. This was made possible in part by supplying weapons and troops to Russia.
The United States imposed sanctions against eight Cuban officials and military enterprises over ties with China and Russia. The restrictions concern arms supplies and the recruitment of Cubans for the war against Ukraine.
Ombudsman Dmytro Lubinets sent letters to the ICRC and the UN over the execution of a Ukrainian prisoner of war. He stressed that Russia ignores international law and uses war crimes as methods of warfare.
After several days without large-scale bombardments, around 820,000 people returned to Lebanon. Israel launched new strikes on Hezbollah facilities, accusing it of violating the ceasefire.
The Trump administration revoked the visa of Brazil's ambassador in response to Brazil's refusal to issue visas to American diplomats. Brazil called this political pressure, but did not expel the ambassador.
Critical child malnutrition has been recorded in 12 provinces of Afghanistan. Due to funding cuts, 142 medical centers have closed, and more than 13,000 children have lost treatment.
The Pacific state of Nauru changed its name to the Republic of Naoero to restore its traditional designation. The international code will change from NRU to NRO, and residents will be called dei-Naoero.
The EUNAVFOR MED Irini mission inspected the tanker "Toa Payoh" under EU sanctions. The vessel was not detained, but documents are being examined for possible seizure.
On August 3, hot weather will persist in Ukraine, with temperatures up to 38 degrees in the southern regions. In the west and north, short-term rains with thunderstorms will occur in places during the day.
The UN's World Meteorological Organization stated that the El Niño phenomenon is rapidly intensifying and will cause extreme weather events. The UN Secretary-General urged countries to accelerate the fight against climate change.
Iran's Foreign Ministry warned the United Kingdom, Bulgaria, and Cyprus against the inadmissibility of using their territories for an attack. Iran reserves the right to legitimate defense in case of aggression.
António Guterres welcomed the agreement on the disarmament of Hamas and the withdrawal of Israeli troops from the Gaza Strip. He called on the parties to adhere to the roadmap to end the war.
Ten voter registration centers have opened in Port-au-Prince. Elections have not been held for more than ten years, and gangs control 70% of the capital.
July 30 marks the International Day of Friendship and the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons. Orthodox Christians honor the apostles Silas and Silvanus and the martyr John the Warrior.
The US is considering delaying or blocking the candidacy of France's ambassador after Paris criticized the state of human rights in the US. The step could deepen the rift between allies.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran does not seek escalation after the attack on the vessel, but demands compensation.
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.
46 Ukrainian prisoners of war who survived the explosion in Olenivka continue to be held in russia without proper medical care. Relatives have called on the authorities to take decisive action, reporting torture and fabricated sentences.