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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced the country's plans to take full control of the Gaza Strip. The goal is to oust Hamas and transfer the enclave to civilian administration.
The leaders of Armenia and Azerbaijan will sign a peace agreement in Washington on August 8. The agreement will grant the US exclusive rights to develop a strategic transit corridor through the South Caucasus.
US President Donald Trump does not object to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plans to launch a new military operation to occupy the entire Gaza Strip. Israel's security cabinet will approve a "war expansion plan," Trump will allow the Israeli government to make its own decisions.
The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense intercepted a conversation of a resident of the Belgorod region who spreads anti-Semitic conspiracy theories. She claims that the USA and Israel plan to build a center of evil on the Temple Mount, and Slavs will become slaves of Jews.
Thousands of people in Hiroshima honored the memory of the victims of the 1945 atomic bombing. The city's mayor urged world leaders to visit Hiroshima and consider the lessons of the tragedy, warning of the consequences of military buildup.
The UN expressed deep concern over reports of a possible expansion of Israel's military operations in the Gaza Strip. UN Assistant Secretary-General Miroslav Jenča emphasized that Gaza must remain part of a future Palestinian state.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will convene an expanded cabinet meeting to discuss the decision on the occupation of the Gaza Strip and the agreement on the return of hostages. Netanyahu is considering all available options for the next steps.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will seek cabinet support for a plan to fully occupy the Gaza Strip. The Israel Defense Forces already control 75% of the territory but oppose full seizure.
US President Donald Trump said that his special envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff, will likely visit Russia on Wednesday or Thursday. Witkoff is currently focused on issues in the Gaza Strip, but Russia has invited him for a meeting.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that Hamas does not wish to conclude a hostage deal, but rather seeks to break Israel. He emphasized his determination to free the captives, destroy Hamas, and guarantee Israel's security.
The United Nations reported the deaths of 1373 Palestinians since late May 2025 while searching for food in Gaza. Deaths were recorded near aid distribution points and along food convoy routes.
British Foreign Minister David Lammy admitted feeling guilty during the conflict between Zelenskyy and Trump in the Oval Office. He believes he did not sufficiently support the Ukrainian delegation before the meeting.
US Presidential Envoy Stephen Witkoff announced the development of a plan to end the war in the Gaza Strip and rebuild the enclave. This plan is being developed jointly with the Israeli government, but Hamas is not ready to lay down arms without the creation of an independent Palestinian state.
Special Envoy of the United States of America Steve Witkoff will visit Moscow on Sunday, August 3. The visit may yield certain results regarding a peace agreement between Ukraine and Russia.
Cambodia plans to nominate Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize. This is due to his role in ending the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia, which led to a ceasefire.
Kyrylo Budanov believes that Ukraine should prepare for life under a protracted threat, focusing on security models similar to those of Israel or South Korea. He denied the likelihood of a "Georgian scenario" for Ukraine, emphasizing the impossibility of returning towards Russia.
US President Donald Trump does not rule out a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin within 10 days before the end of the term for settling the war in Ukraine.
Senator Lindsey Graham stated that US President Donald Trump seeks peace with Russia, but will not tolerate jokes. Graham emphasized that Trump is unlike his predecessors and will not allow capabilities to be exaggerated.
Trump's special envoy Steve Witkoff visited the Gaza Strip, where he discussed the humanitarian situation and the Iranian issue. The visit took place after criticism of the aid distribution system by Human Rights Watch.
US President Donald Trump announced the deployment of two nuclear submarines. This was a response to Dmitry Medvedev's statements about a possible war with the US.
The German army has launched an air bridge to the Gaza Strip, dropping 14 tons of humanitarian aid. The action is part of a joint project with Jordan, announced by the German Chancellor.
Slovenia has banned the import, export, and transit of weapons to and from Israel, becoming the first EU country to introduce such restrictions. This decision has symbolic significance due to the almost zero volume of arms trade between the countries.
Hamas will not participate in negotiations with Israel until the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip improves. The US and Israel have formed a new agreement regarding negotiations.
US President Donald Trump has maintained a basic tariff rate of 10% for countries with a positive trade balance. For 40 countries with a trade deficit with the US, a minimum tariff of 15% has been set, and for Canada, the tariff has increased to 35%.
US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit the Russian Federation after a visit to the Middle East. Previously, he met with Putin on April 25, 2025.
Actor Leonardo DiCaprio has received final approval to build a 14-story luxury eco-hotel in Herzliya, Israel. The project, in which the actor owns a 10% stake, has drawn criticism due to its scale and the ongoing conflict in the region.
US President Donald Trump stated that strained relations with Putin and Netanyahu prevent him from receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. He is disappointed by the actions of both leaders regarding the continuation of wars in Ukraine and the Middle East.
Canada plans to recognize the state of Palestine in September 2025 at a UN meeting. This decision is driven by the spread of famine in Gaza and assurances from the Palestinian Authority regarding reforms.
Hezbollah leader Sheikh Naim Qassem rejected demands for disarmament, claiming it serves Israel's interests. The US insists on disarming the group to resume negotiations on ending Israeli military operations in Lebanon.
Israel may annex part of Gaza if Hamas does not agree to a peace deal. Israeli cabinet member Zeev Elkin stated that territorial loss is the most painful for the enemy.