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North Korea’s defence minister warned Pyongyang would exercise its “self-defence” right if provoked during upcoming US–South Korea military drills. He called the Ulchi Freedom Shield exercise a “direct provocation” and “real threat” to stability on the Korean Peninsula.

In conflict-hit South Sudan, rare mental health clinics offering crucial counselling risk closure as funding ends. With poverty, displacement and violence fuelling high suicide rates, experts warn the loss of such services could deepen the country’s mental health crisis.

A landslide killed nine volunteers repairing a flood-hit water channel in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Danyor Nullah, officials said. Separately, floods from a glacial lake outburst swept away parts of the Karakoram Highway and damaged homes, roads and water systems in Hunza and nearby areas.

The UK has added India to its expanded “Deport Now Appeal Later” list, enabling deportation of convicted foreign nationals before appeals are heard. The policy aims to speed removals, with offenders able to join hearings remotely from their home countries.

An Israeli airstrike killed Al Jazeera correspondents Anas al-Sharif and Mohamed Qureiqa, along with six others, outside Gaza’s Shifa Hospital. Israel alleged Hamas ties, which the network denies, calling the attack a targeted assassination and press freedom violation.

An Islamic Shariah court in Aceh sentenced two men to 80 public canings each after they were caught in a same-sex act. Aceh remains Indonesia’s only province applying Shariah law, despite national laws not regulating homosexuality.

Southwest France faces a severe heatwave with temperatures reaching 43°C, forcing firefighters to guard smouldering vineyards after a major wildfire. Twelve departments are under red alert, the highest heat warning, as the heatwave continues through the August holiday weekend.

US Vice President J.D. Vance said President Trump is still deciding on imposing tariffs on China for buying Russian oil, highlighting complexities in US-China relations. The US recently imposed a 50% tariff on India for similar purchases, drawing criticism from New Delhi.

Israeli PM Netanyahu defends a wider Gaza offensive targeting Hamas strongholds beyond Gaza City amid growing international backlash. Heavy bombardment continues, and UN warns of dire humanitarian crisis as US backs Israel’s right to security.

A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Turkey’s Balikesir province Sunday, killing an 81-year-old and injuring many. Over 15 buildings collapsed. Rescue operations are ongoing, with authorities closely monitoring the situation in the affected areas.

Sourav Kothari’s dominant win over Zac Cosker was India’s only success on the first day of cue sports at the World Games, as Kamal Chawla and Natasha Chethan suffered defeats

Pakistan’s Army Chief General Asim Munir is on his second visit to Washington since last month’s conflict with India. His schedule includes meetings with US military leaders, attending a CENTCOM change of command, and urging Pakistani diaspora to help attract investment.

Pakistan’s Airports Authority says it lost Rs 4.1 billion in overflying revenue after closing its airspace to Indian airlines following the Pahalgam attack. The ban, still in force, has also seen Indian carriers block Pakistani flights from their skies.

Kyiv: The threats, pressure, and ultimatums have come and gone, but Russian President Vladimir Putin has maintained Moscow’s uncompromising demands in the war in Ukraine, raising fears he could use a planned summit with US President Donald Trump in Alaska to coerce Kyiv into accepting an unfavourable deal. The maximalist demands reflect Putin’s determination to […]

The Metropolitan Police arrested 474 people during London’s largest protest supporting banned group Palestine Action. Most were detained under terrorism laws, sparking criticism from rights groups who called the crackdown disproportionate. The ban carries penalties of up to 14 years’ imprisonment.

Hundreds arrested as pro-Palestinian rallies and hostage release march intensify tensions in UK

Italy’s special envoy Francesco Talo called India “crucial” to the IMEC project, citing its vast market, production capacity, and role in goods, energy, and data connectivity. Projects like the Blue Raman cable aim to boost India-Europe links in trade and technology.

Pakistan’s Supreme Court will resume hearing former Prime Minister Imran Khan’s appeals against bail denial in eight cases linked to the May 9 violence. Khan, currently in Adiala Jail, faces charges including inciting attacks on military and government buildings.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy firmly rejected US President Trump’s suggestion of a territorial swap with Russia to end the war, stressing Ukraine will not cede land. Zelenskyy urged genuine peace and criticized an upcoming Trump-Putin meeting excluding Ukraine.

Gaurav Gill’s strong start at the Sumatera Utara Rally ended with a mechanical failure, while Bopaiah kept RC2 hopes alive and Nikeeta Takkale led both RC4 and Ladies class in Indonesia

Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh confirmed that the Indian Air Force shot down six Pakistani aircraft, including an AWACS, during Operation Sindoor. Precision strikes on terror hubs in Pakistan and PoK followed the Pahalgam attack, showcasing India’s air defence and strike capabilities

WHO has certified Kenya free of human African trypanosomiasis (sleeping sickness) as a public health challenge, making it the 10th country to achieve this milestone. The disease, spread by tsetse flies, causes severe illness and was last detected in Kenya in 2012

Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will not occupy Gaza but will demilitarise it and form a peaceful civilian administration. The statement follows cabinet approval to take over Gaza City, a move criticised by Israeli opposition as dangerous and counterproductive

US President Donald Trump reiterated his claim of playing a key role in resolving the recent India-Pakistan military conflict, which he warned could have escalated into nuclear war. He emphasized his commitment to global peace and conflict resolution.