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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 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.

A 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia has killed at least 287 people and left hundreds missing. The World Bank is providing $200 million in aid, while President De La Espriella proposes a reconstruction plan.

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.

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 US is threatening unprecedented economic isolation and an indefinite naval blockade of Iranian ports to increase pressure on Tehran, causing significant volatility in global oil markets.

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.

President Donald Trump announced plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz U.S. territory after defeating Iran, a claim Tehran rejected, asserting the strategic waterway remains under Iranian control.

The Ebola outbreak in the DRC has expanded to a sixth province, Bas-Uele, with over 2,100 deaths reported. The UN has released $30.5 million to combat the rapidly spreading Bundibugyo strain.

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.

Jared Kushner, accompanied by Nickolay Mladenov and Tony Blair, will visit Israel and Egypt next week to advance a U.S.-backed Gaza peace plan following its rejection by Prime Minister Netanyahu.

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.

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.

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores, Indonesia, causing at least 20 deaths and triggering tsunami warnings. Thousands were evacuated as aftershocks and building collapses continue to impact the region.

A major cyberattack on medical software provider MyDr has leaked sensitive data of nearly 19 million Poles, including PESEL numbers and medical records, prompting urgent government warnings to freeze PESEL IDs.

Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected Donald Trump’s 15-point Gaza peace plan, insisting that the Israeli military will not withdraw until Hamas is genuinely and completely disarmed.

Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, 2026, establishing a collective defense pact where an attack on one is an attack on all.

Reports indicate Vladimir Putin has ordered a strategy to destabilize NATO and the EU by 2026, with Moldova identified as a key target for hybrid warfare, paramilitary training, and election interference.

Turkey's Parliament passed a landmark law to facilitate the disbandment of the PKK, establishing a framework for weapon surrender and militant reintegration aimed at achieving a ‘Terror-free Turkey’.

Copernicus reports record-breaking July 2026 temperatures, with extra-polar ocean temperatures hitting 20.96°C and Western Europe experiencing its warmest June-July period ever.

Saudi Arabia, Turkiye, and Pakistan signed the Mecca Joint Defence Agreement on August 7, 2026, establishing a mutual defense pact where an attack on one member is considered an attack on all.

President Zelenskyy warns that Russia is relying on North Korean troops and ballistic missiles to escalate the war, while also preparing for a mass mobilization following its September elections.

Iran has set six major conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, including lifting U.S. sanctions, releasing frozen assets, and paying war reparations, complicating ongoing talks with Oman.

A cyberattack on the MyDr platform has potentially exposed the medical and personal data of 19 million people in Poland, affecting 12,000 medical facilities and including a prominent politician.

A magnitude 7.4 earthquake and Puracé volcanic activity have caused widespread devastation in Colombia, leaving hundreds dead, thousands missing, and triggering regional emergency alerts.

July 2026 was the second warmest July globally and the hottest on record for the contiguous US, marked by extreme heat, record ocean temperatures, and widespread drought across the Northern Hemisphere.

President Zelenskyy warns that 30,000–50,000 North Korean troops are being deployed to Russia, while also reporting North Korean missile use in Ukraine and a successful $12.2 billion Ukrainian logistics strike.

The USS Abraham Lincoln faces scrutiny over reports of food shortages, plumbing failures, and mental health crises during its extended Middle East deployment. Officials have dismissed the claims.

President Zelenskyy warns Ukraine faces a critical air defense crisis, requesting 5% to 10% of U.S. Patriot missile stocks to counter increasing Russian ballistic missile attacks.

NATO fighter jets shot down a foreign drone in Latvian airspace, likely redirected by Russian electromagnetic warfare. The incident triggered air alerts in several Latvian regions and prompted Finnish maritime/

The DRC is battling a record-breaking Ebola outbreak caused by the Bundibugyo virus, with over 2,000 deaths. The WHO warns the virus began in February, outpacing response efforts amid regional conflict.

President Zelenskyy warns of up to 50,000 North Korean troops joining Russia and urges the US to provide Patriot missiles to counter escalating ballistic attacks and prepare for winter.

A major forest fire in Germany's Hürtgenwald has evacuated 1,800 people. Firefighting efforts are complicated by unexploded WWII munitions and shifting winds.

Iran released a video of Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei to counter reports that he is in critical condition following injuries sustained in February military strikes.

The Pentagon has ordered defense contractors to accelerate weapons production following severe depletion of Patriot and THAAD missile stockpiles during the conflict with Iran.

A New York Times investigation reveals a massive Russian campaign to destabilize Moldova through vote-buying, propaganda, and paramilitary training in Serbia and Bosnia to undermine NATO and the EU.

A magnitude 5.0-5.2 earthquake struck near Alhendín, Granada, causing material damage and aftershocks. No injuries were reported, and the Alhambra complex remains structurally sound.

Former Guerrero Governor Ángel Aguirre Rivero has been formally charged with forced disappearance in the Ayotzinapa case, accused of ordering the destruction of security footage from 2014.

Wildfires in Croatia's Omiš region have killed one person, injured dozens, and destroyed homes and vehicles, forcing the evacuation of over 1,000 residents and tourists.

Following devastating twin earthquakes in June, Venezuela faces a massive humanitarian crisis with 6,300 dead, 300,000 displaced, and rising inflation linked to seismic-driven distribution disruptions.

President Trump signed a proclamation imposing tariffs of up to 100% on certain imported drones and components to address national security risks and reduce dependence on foreign manufacturers like China.

France's Constitutional Council has struck down a ban on social media for children under 15, calling it a disproportionate restriction on freedom of expression and lacking sufficient legal safeguards.

Andrés Manuel López Beltrán has accused the U.S. of political interference after his visa was revoked. President Sheinbaum defended him, while opposition parties demand investigations into his alleged ties to a

Houthi rebels have escalated attacks in Yemen, striking a Saudi cargo ship and an Aramco refinery. The Red Sea strikes killed several people, including three Pakistanis, as the UN warns of a return to full-war.

The death toll from Venezuela's June 24 earthquakes has reached 6,301. Authorities are assessing thousands of homes, while engineers call for updated seismic building codes to aid reconstruction.

Human rights groups and the UN report severe crises in Gaza and Lebanon, citing mass displacement, destruction of cemeteries, and civilian casualties despite ceasefire efforts.

New Mexico judge orders Meta to pay $567 M for child‑safety harms, adds $420 M for treatment and mandates extensive youth‑protection measures; Meta will appeal.

Reports of poor living conditions and mental health crises aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln have prompted calls for investigations by U.S. lawmakers, despite denials from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

A massive heatwave is sweeping across Europe, with temperatures exceeding 35°C for millions. The extreme heat has triggered wildfires, hospitalizations, and significant economic risks.