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France's Bastille Day celebrations feature European troops and leaders in a show of unity, support for Ukraine and military strength. President Emmanuel Macron hosts the event as heatwaves and forest fires disrupt traditional festivities, prompting cancellations of fireworks and firefighters' balls

An Indian crew member was killed and six other Indians injured after Iranian cruise missiles struck two UAE tankers in the Strait of Hormuz near Oman. The attack marks a major escalation in the West Asia conflict, prompting strong condemnation and a UAE warning of retaliation

A massive fire at the Rong Beer Na Ladprao bar in Bangkok has claimed 30 lives, with over 70 people still hospitalised, including 24 in critical condition. The blaze, the deadliest in the city in 17 years, broke out late Sunday and was brought under control within half an hour.

The United States launched fresh airstrikes on Iran early Tuesday after President Donald Trump announced the reinstatement of a blockade in the Strait of Hormuz and proposed charging ships for safe passage. Iran retaliated with missile attacks on Bahrain and two Emirati tankers, killing one Indian national and injuring eight others.

Two UAE oil tankers, Mombasa and Al Bahiyah, were struck by Iranian cruise missiles in Omani waters of the Strait of Hormuz, killing one Indian crew member and injuring eight others.

US President Donald Trump announced plans to take permanent control of the Strait of Hormuz following overnight American airstrikes against Iranian military assets. Trump labeled the US the "guardian angel" of the waterway and demanded foreign financial reimbursement

Ukraine mourned Republican Senator Lindsey Graham's death, calling him a vital link to President Donald Trump and a steadfast supporter against Russia. Ukrainian leaders fear his loss could weaken Kyiv's influence in Washington and stall efforts to strengthen sanctions on Moscow

A fire at a Bangkok pub killed 27 people and injured 63, with 22 critically hurt. Authorities suspect toxic smoke caused most deaths, while investigators are probing the blaze's cause and whether emergency exits were obstructed during the tragedy

Iran rejected the UN's characterisation of regional hostilities, defending strikes on US bases as lawful self-defence against US-Israeli aggression. Tehran urged Gulf states to stop supporting US operations, while the UN called for restraint, de-escalation, and renewed diplomatic negotiations

The death toll from Spain's Almeria wildfire has risen to 13, with 10 people still missing and seven hospitalised. Authorities have stabilised the blaze, allowed evacuees to return, and are investigating whether faulty electrical infrastructure triggered the devastating fire

  Former US Deputy National Security Adviser Jon Finer said President Donald Trump's policies are prompting allies to reduce dependence on the United States. He warned weakening partnerships, declining defence sales, lower tourism and education revenues, and shifting global alliances are imposing economic and strategic costs 

The US launched fresh strikes on Iran after an Iranian attack on a container ship in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran retaliated against regional countries hosting US forces, escalating tensions, threatening maritime security, and raising fears of renewed conflict despite ongoing ceasefire and mediation efforts

At least 27 people were killed in a massive fire that broke out at a pub in northern Bangkok early Monday. The blaze erupted around midnight, trapping patrons as thick smoke billowed.

The agreement with Australia will help India secure uranium supplies towards achieving its target of ‘net zero’ carbon emissions by 2070

Three nuclear reactors in France have been shut down and eight others are running at reduced capacity due to soaring river temperatures amid a severe heatwave. The heatwave has forced closures and shortened hours at major Paris landmarks like the Eiffel Tower, Louvre, and Orsay Museum.

Indian American Congressman Ro Khanna has alleged that armed Israeli settlers and soldiers detained him and his delegation in the West Bank during a visit, calling the incident “unprecedented” and demanding an investigation. Khanna urged Prime Minister Netanyahu to prosecute the settlers and soldiers involved.

Bangladesh reported five more child deaths from measles-like symptoms, taking the combined confirmed and suspected death toll to 758. Health experts warned that rising dengue infections during the monsoon could further overwhelm hospitals already struggling with the measles outbreak

Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claimed responsibility for strikes on US bases in Jordan, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, and Bahrain on Sunday, saying the attacks were retaliation for earlier US airstrikes on southern Iranian provinces.

India's imports of Russian crude oil reached a record high in June, rising 34 per cent from May to EUR 4.5 billion, according to CREA. Despite higher export volumes, Russia's oil revenues declined due to lower global crude prices, the report said

India condemned the attack on commercial vessel GFS Galaxy off Oman's coast, calling repeated attacks on shipping deeply worrisome. Ten Indian nationals were rescued, one remains missing, while the MEA urged de-escalation and restoration of safe international maritime navigation

Union Minister Piyush Goyal will visit Spain, Belgium and Finland from July 13-17 with a high-level business delegation to strengthen India-Europe cooperation in trade, investment, technology and sustainability through business meetings, industry roundtables and engagements with leading European companies

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has directed officials to expedite the repatriation of three victims killed in the Vietnam boat accident, ensure assistance to survivors and coordinate closely with the Indian Embassy for relief, transportation and related formalities.

Former Qatari Emir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who transformed Qatar into a global diplomatic, media and investment powerhouse, has died at 74. He modernised the nation, founded Al Jazeera, expanded global influence and peacefully transferred power to his son

Vietnam's top leadership has conveyed condolences to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi after a tourist boat accident claimed 15 Indian lives. Authorities are continuing rescue operations, investigating the cause, providing compensation and coordinating the repatriation of the deceased.