Switzerland
Ski slopes on the Stelvio Glacier have been closed due to the heat and thunderstorms. Operators cannot guarantee snow quality or skier safety.
Switzerland has extended S status until March 2028, but excluded from the program Ukrainians who do not fulfill their military duty.
The village of Kandersteg is under threat of a landslide due to the unstable Spitze Stein rock, whose condition is deteriorating because of permafrost thaw. Residents are not afraid, as the authorities have taken precautionary measures.
The Principality of Liechtenstein has amended its succession law, allowing firstborn females to become heirs. The order of succession is changing from male-line primogeniture to absolute primogeniture.
U. S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing tariffs on drones and their components. For aircraft weighing more than 25 kg and models with thermal imaging cameras, the tariff will be 100%; for smaller ones, 25%.
Oil from the tanker Caroline Bezengi, which ran aground in June, has contaminated beaches in Ras Madrakah. The slick is expected to reach the southern coast of Masirah Island in the coming hours.
Due to the abnormal heat in Italy, the grape harvest season for Franciacorta began 10 days earlier, with winemakers working at night. Climate change is shortening the harvest period, forcing them to make quick decisions.
An oil slick covering approximately 390 km² formed off the coast of Oman following a leak from the tanker Caroline Bezengi, which was carrying Russian oil. The vessel, which ran aground, is part of Russia’s shadow fleet and is under sanctions.
Ferrexpo is temporarily suspending the production of iron ore products in Ukraine due to the Russian blockade of the ports. The company said that resumption depends on additional working capital.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius, during a visit to the KNDS plant, may have confirmed that RCH-155 howitzers are already in Ukraine. There had been no official confirmation of the transfer of these systems before.
Andy Burnham, who became Prime Minister on July 20, has gone on vacation with his family but will remain in contact with the government. This has drawn criticism from the Reform party.
Swiss Foreign Minister Ignazio Cassis confirmed the country's readiness to host negotiations between the US and Iran. Switzerland is in contact with both sides.
Ukrainian airlines operate 131 leased aircraft out of 152, which is 86% of the fleet. The Bureau of Economic Security is investigating cases against 5 airlines over the interpretation of lease payments as royalties.
The men's Ukrainian national épée fencing team won silver medals at the World Championships in Hong Kong. This is the first team award for Ukraine at world championships since 2019.
Google expands access to the agentic AI assistant Spark, announced at I/O. The assistant is available to Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers, but does not work in the European Economic Area.
Arkady Dvorkovich, former deputy prime minister of Russia, suspended his duties as FIDE president after EU sanctions. His duties will be temporarily performed by Vice President Viswanathan Anand.
The decision was made at the 48th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in Busan. This confirms the threats due to the Russian occupation of Crimea and illegal excavations.
Acting Minister of Foreign Affairs Andrii Sybiha met with a delegation of representatives from 23 OSCE countries. He emphasized the need to release the Ukrainian SMM OSCE staff members whom Russia has been holding since 2022.
On July 19, Spain and Argentina will play in the World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium. Spain could win its second title, while Argentina aims to defend the trophy.
Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha stated Ukraine's readiness for negotiations with Russia in Turkey. One of the outcomes could be a ceasefire, but the Russian Federation has not yet agreed.
Ukraine and European partners have founded the Anti-Ballistic Coalition, which is launching the creation of a joint anti-ballistic system FREYJA. Well-known European defense companies are joining the project launch.
On July 15, the national teams of England and Argentina will determine the second finalist of the 2026 World Cup. The winner will face Spain in the final on July 19.
Guido Crosetto proposes expanding European defense beyond the EU to include the United Kingdom, Norway, Turkey, and Ukraine. He also emphasized the need to strengthen cybersecurity and create a center for combating hybrid warfare.
The Iranian delegation at the negotiations in Switzerland protested against verbal threats from US President Donald Trump. Trump threatened to take control of the Strait of Hormuz if no agreement is reached.
Planned talks between the US and Iran in Bürgenstock were canceled after US Vice President JD Vance postponed his trip. The decision was made by the Swiss Foreign Ministry; the reasons have not been officially specified.
U. S. Vice President JD Vance has postponed a planned visit to Switzerland for talks with Iran on its nuclear program due to complex logistical circumstances. Iran is also delaying the dispatch of its delegation because of Israeli strikes on Lebanon.
Svyatoslav Pavlyuk spoke about the development of renewable energy to reduce imports. Currently, it is only capable of powering critical urban infrastructure.
The US and Iran have signed a peace agreement remotely for the second time. The parties have disagreements regarding the scheduled meeting in Switzerland this Friday.
Lula urged Trump not to interfere in the Brazilian elections following his criticism. The president's opponent is Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, the son of a Trump ally.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry is considering the possibility of a personal meeting between Trump and Pezeshkian to sign an agreement. The ceremony is scheduled for Friday in Switzerland.