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The US-Iran peace memorandum has expired without a deal. President Trump has demanded Iranian surrender and threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US control over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran has announced a $30,000 bounty for capturing or killing U.S. soldiers, doubling for women. The move follows the expiration of a 60-day peace MOU and rising tensions over the Strait of Hormuz.

Oil prices rose above $90 per barrel as U.S.-Iran ceasefire expired. Tensions escalated with Iran threatening an offensive posture and Donald Trump warning of military action against Oman.

Iran will keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until the US lifts naval blockades, oil sanctions, and releases frozen assets, according to Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, following an expired peace MoU

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has become the deadliest in the country's history, with 2,325 deaths and 4,945 cases involving the Bundibugyo strain.

Meta faces a landmark federal trial in California, where 29 states allege the company designed Facebook and Instagram to be addictive to minors and violated child privacy laws, seeking massive penalties.

President Donald Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory following the defeat of Iran, a claim Tehran rejected as a violation of sovereignty.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has caused hundreds of deaths and massive infrastructure damage. The government has declared a national emergency and launched the ‘Fondo Milagro’ for reconstruction.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in western Colombia has killed 294 people and left 320 missing. Massive infrastructure damage is reported, prompting $200 million in World Bank aid and international rescue efforts.

The Ebola Bundibugyo outbreak in the DRC has become the country's deadliest, with over 2,300 deaths and nearly 5,000 cases. The WHO warns of high international spread risks as response efforts struggle.

President Donald Trump has threatened to bomb Oman if its negotiations with Iran regarding the Strait of Hormuz interfere with U.S. interests, following the expiration of a 60-day peace memorandum.

A strengthening El Niño, potentially one of the strongest since 1950, is expected to persist into 2027, bringing risks of extreme heat, drought, and tropical storms to the Americas and affecting global weather.

US envoy Jared Kushner met with Hamas leaders and Egyptian President al-Sisi to push a 15-point Gaza peace plan. Hamas supports the roadmap, but Benjamin Netanyahu rejects it, demanding full disarmament first.

President Donald Trump claimed the Strait of Hormuz is ‘New U.S. Territory’ on social media, prompting sharp rebukes from Iranian officials and fueling global oil price volatility.

A commercial vessel was struck by an unidentified projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, causing engine damage and one casualty. The incident follows the expiration of a US-Iran memorandum of understanding.

Lake Powell has hit a record low water level, following a historic low at Lake Mead. The decline threatens water supplies for 40 million people and risks halting hydroelectric power generation.

A cyberattack on Polish healthcare software provider MyDr may have exposed the PESEL numbers and medical data of 18.8 million people, affecting over 12,000 medical facilities.

A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, centered in Chocó. The disaster has caused hundreds of deaths and injuries, widespread building collapses, and prompted a national state of emergency.

Five years into Taliban rule, Afghanistan faces a severe women's rights crisis and humanitarian emergency, with millions of girls denied education and local women's organizations facing closure due to funding.

The U.S. and Canada are in intense trade talks to avert 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods, scheduled for August 19, 2026, targeting sectors like dairy, wine, and cement.

Meta faces a major federal trial in California, where 29 states allege the company designed addictive social media features that harm children's mental health and violate privacy laws.

Iran faces economic collapse and political instability following a five-month war with the US and Israel, the death of Ayatollah Khamenei, and violent suppression of nationwide protests.

Taiwan President Lai Ching-te announced a record 2027 defense budget of T$1.1225 trillion, exceeding 3% of GDP, to bolster self-defense amid increasing pressure from China.

The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint as the U.S. claims full control while Iran maintains a blockade. Recent maritime attacks and reduced shipping traffic have driven up global oil prices.

The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo is spreading rapidly across six provinces, killing one person every 30 minutes. The UN has released $30.5 million to support the response.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement, a mutual defense pact providing collective deterrence similar to NATO's Article 5 to reduce regional reliance on the U.S.

An environmental crisis in Gospić, Croatia, has been triggered by the discovery of 37,000 tons of illegally dumped hazardous waste, causing soil and groundwater contamination including PFAS.

The U.S. is escalating economic and maritime pressure on Iran, threatening unprecedented isolation and an indefinite naval blockade to force compliance with Washington's terms.

The Iran-US conflict and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz have driven up global energy prices and sparked warnings of a global food crisis due to fertilizer shortages.

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Flores, Indonesia, killing at least 51 people and displacing over 5,000 residents. Extensive damage to homes and public infrastructure has been reported.

President Trump has ordered a substantial reduction in joint U.S.-South Korea military exercises, citing costs, a desire to maintain his positive relationship with Kim Jong Un, and Seoul's lack of support on de

Iran has reportedly detained a UAE-linked oil tanker in the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled diplomacy with the U.S. and a new transit agreement with Oman that faces threats from President Trump.

NOAA and Berkeley Earth report a powerful El Niño is intensifying, with a 69% chance of being a historic event and a high probability of making 2026 the hottest year on record.

The Trump administration is reportedly revising its goals in the Iran conflict, shifting focus toward energy price stability and nuclear non-proliferation as a 60-day diplomatic memorandum expires.

A Syrian court has sentenced former President Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia for crimes against humanity and war crimes. His brother Maher and cousin Atef Najib also received death sentences.

The US-Israel-Iran conflict has caused massive economic shifts, including a projected $4.3 billion loss for Middle Eastern airlines and ongoing maritime instability in the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran refuses to reopen the Strait of Hormuz without the lifting of sanctions and war reparations, prompting President Trump to demand compensation for decades of Iranian-linked damages and casualties.

North Korea is reportedly preparing to send up to 50,000 additional troops to Russia to support its war in Ukraine, potentially allowing Moscow to redeploy Russian border forces to active front lines.

NATO faces strategic challenges regarding a potential simultaneous conflict involving Russia in Europe and China in Taiwan, which could divert US military focus away from Europe.

The U.S.-Iran peace deadline has expired, with President Trump refusing to extend the MOU and threatening unprecedented economic isolation and military pressure to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

The Ebola outbreak in the DR Congo, caused by the rare Bundibugyo strain, is spreading at record speeds, with over 2,000 deaths and 4,400 cases reported as it threatens to become the deadliest in history.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 289 people and destroyed thousands of homes and schools. International aid and reconstruction efforts are underway amid political controversy.

Russia is reportedly executing a strategic plan to destabilize Moldova and weaken NATO and the EU by 2026 through hybrid warfare, vote-buying, and paramilitary training in Serbia and Bosnia.

Ceuta faces a mounting migration crisis as irregular land arrivals surge by 191%. Thousands of migrants remain in the enclave, demanding asylum amid warnings of health risks and political tension.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 289 people and displaced thousands. President De la Espriella has asked the U.S. to suspend tariffs to aid national reconstruction efforts.

July 2026 has set record-breaking global heat levels, with oceans and land temperatures reaching historic highs, causing extreme tropical nights in Milan and significant stress to agricultural production.

Turkey's Parliament has passed a landmark law aimed at achieving a 'Terror-free Turkey' by allowing potential sentence suspensions for certain PKK members if the group disarms and dissolves.

Russia and Ukraine exchanged massive drone and missile strikes, hitting Moscow-area warehouses and Ukrainian steel plants, causing multiple deaths and significant infrastructure damage.

A Polish tourist bus crashed on Hungary's M3 motorway, killing 12 people and injuring dozens. The driver is in custody as authorities investigate if fatigue caused the vehicle to veer into a ditch.