Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands, Caspar Veldkamp, has announced his resignation. This happened due to disagreements regarding additional measures against Israel.
Lebanese authorities have officially begun disarming Palestinian groups in refugee camps, seizing the first batch of weapons in Beirut. This step is part of Lebanon's commitments following the truce with Israel, concluded with US support in November 2024, and aims to establish state control over all armed formations.
Israel's Defense Minister stated that the city of Gaza would be destroyed if Hamas did not disarm and release the hostages. Israel rejects peace proposals, preparing for a large-scale offensive.
The global IPC system has confirmed signs of famine in Gaza, where over 514,000 people are suffering from critical food shortages. By the end of September, this figure could rise to 641,000 people, despite Israel's denials.
Israel will resume negotiations with Hamas on the release of hostages, but the offensive on Gaza will continue. The IDF calls on medics and international organizations to evacuate to the south of Gaza.
Kyiv "Dynamo" lost to Israeli "Maccabi" with a score of 3:1 in the first match of the Europa League qualification play-off. The match, which took place in Serbia, was accompanied by heavy rain and the sending off of Dynamo player Kostiantyn Vivcharenko in the second half.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in a conversation with Emmanuel Macron, stated Ankara's readiness to join initiatives for peace talks between Ukraine and Russia. The leaders also discussed the escalation in the Middle East, particularly the humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
The Israel Defense Forces began an offensive on Gaza City, controlling its outskirts. The IDF plans to call up 80,000 reservists for the operation.
The US has imposed sanctions against four individuals from the International Criminal Court. The restrictions apply to judges and deputy prosecutors due to investigations against US and Israeli citizens.
A meeting between representatives of Syria and Israel, mediated by the US, took place in Paris to de-escalate tensions. A truce in Suweida, stabilization of southern Syria, and the restoration of the 1974 agreement were discussed.
Israel's Minister of Defense approved a plan to take control of Gaza City, naming the operation "Gideon's Chariots II". The IDF plans to call up 50,000 reservists for a new stage of the war and evacuate civilians.
Senator Richard Blumenthal stated that the policy of appeasement will not bring Donald Trump closer to the Nobel Peace Prize. He believes that this will only give Putin more time and resources.
Hamas accepted the ceasefire and hostage proposal, but Israel demands the release of all 50 hostages, 20 of whom are alive. Hamas demands the release of 200 Palestinian prisoners, as well as all minors and women.
Israel is studying Hamas's proposal for a 60-day truce and hostage exchange. However, fighting continues in Gaza, complicating the achievement of a final agreement.
Hamas has agreed to the mediators' proposal for a ceasefire in Gaza. The agreement provides for a 60-day ceasefire and an exchange of hostages.
A strike and blockade, organized by the Hostages Families Forum, took place in Israel, demanding the return of prisoners. About 100,000 people marched, and police detained 25 participants.
Israeli authorities are preparing for a mass resettlement of Palestinians from combat zones in the Gaza Strip. This is due to the completion of planning for a new military operation.
The Israeli Army attacked Houthi energy infrastructure in Yemen's capital, Sana'a. This is in response to Houthi missile and drone attacks on Israel since October 2023.
Israel is negotiating with South Sudan regarding the possible resettlement of Palestinians from Gaza. The Palestinian Authority categorically rejects this idea, calling it unacceptable.
"Hezbollah" threatens Lebanon with confrontation. The group accuses the Lebanese government of "surrendering" the country to Israel.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich announced the start of construction of a new settlement, which is intended to divide the West Bank and cut it off from East Jerusalem. This step, he said, will block the creation of a Palestinian state.
Israel is discussing with South Sudan, Somalia, Ethiopia, Libya, and Indonesia the possibility of accepting Palestinians from Gaza. The countries expect financial and international compensation for their acceptance.
Donald Trump called Norway's Finance Minister Jens Stoltenberg. The conversation concerned trade tariffs and the Nobel Peace Prize.
Egypt, Jordan, and Qatar condemned Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's statements about "Greater Israel. " This also applies to Israel's plans to build thousands of new homes between Jerusalem and Ma'ale Adumim.
The Israeli government has begun construction of 3,401 homes in the E1 area of the West Bank, which, according to the finance minister, "will bury the idea of a Palestinian state. " This move has drawn sharp criticism from the Palestinian Authority and concern from Western allies.
Joseph Aoun emphasized the disarmament of Hezbollah. Iranian representative Ali Larijani stated that he respects the decision of the Lebanese government.
The US and Russia allegedly discussed a model for ending the war in Ukraine that resembles Israeli control over the West Bank. The White House called these reports "fake," but The Times insists on the accuracy of the information.
France, Germany, and Great Britain have warned the UN about their readiness to impose sanctions against Iran. This will happen if Iran does not resume negotiations on its nuclear program by the end of August 2025.
Kyiv's Dynamo lost to Cypriot Pafos with a score of 2:0 in the second leg of the third qualifying round of the Champions League. Dynamo will continue its performance in the Europa League, where it will meet the winner of the Maccabi (Tel Aviv) – Hamrun Spartans pair.
The EU and over 24 countries are calling on Israel to urgently allow the delivery of humanitarian aid to Gaza. The humanitarian situation in the region has reached a critical level, with 2.4 million residents at risk of starvation.
