Germany's CDU/CSU support falls to 20%, their lowest in five years, while far-right AfD leads at 28% ahead of September state elections.
President Trump plans to declare the Strait of Hormuz US territory, implying a permanent military presence amid ongoing Iran tensions and global oil supply concerns.
Ukraine sanctions 13 ships and 28 companies over illegal grain exports from Russian-occupied areas, signaling tighter controls on unauthorized trade flows.
Venezuela released 131 political prisoners after first-round talks with opposition, agreeing on judicial reforms amid ongoing national reconciliation efforts.
Russian air strikes on Kramatorsk and nearby areas caused casualties and significant damage to residential buildings, underscoring ongoing conflict risks.
Cl0p hackers linked to Russia claim data breaches at nearly 50 global companies, including Philips and Shell, raising concerns over market security and sector risks.
The US imposes up to 100% tariffs on imported drones and components, targeting national security threats and aiming to boost domestic production.
Ukrainian official reports at least 345 surrendered soldiers executed and widespread torture of POWs by Russian forces since early 2022 invasion.
Caroline Leavitt, the youngest White House Press Secretary, will resign end of August to focus on her young children, with plans to remain influential in the Republican Party.
Ukraine reports overnight strike damaging four Russian naval ships and key infrastructure in Novorossiysk, including missile-armed frigates and grain export facilities.
Germany's Bundeswehr reports hundreds of drone sightings near military bases amid growing hybrid threats, prompting new counter-drone technology initiatives.
More than 40 countries called for 24-hour advance notice of ballistic missile tests to reduce miscalculations and promote global security amid recent launches in the Pacific and Korean Peninsula.