Switzerland
A 22-year-old woman was killed during a rave party in Switzerland, and five other people were injured. Police are searching for a suspect.
Due to strikes on the Russian oil-refining network, Russia banned aviation fuel exports and imported 70,000 tonnes of Jet A-1 from Korea and Egypt, according to intelligence.
Flash floods have claimed the lives of at least 359 people, while more than 1,400 are missing. They include citizens of more than 30 countries.
Porsche will unveil the 911 GT3 Bergsport on September 1, created for alpine roads. The model will be sold only in Alpine countries.
The unstable Spitze Stei rock looms over the village of Kandersteg. The melting of glaciers and permafrost due to warming increases the risk of a collapse and a wave from the lake.
54% of Swiss voters plan to reject enshrining stricter neutrality in the constitution. The vote will take place on September 27.
The President enacted the NSDC decision on sanctions against Yuriy Ivanyushchenko. The restrictions include asset freezes and a ban on transactions.
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.