Maria Kolesnikova urged the EU to use diplomacy and sanctions to free Belarusian political prisoners and reduce Russia’s influence.
South Korea said North Korea fired at least one ballistic missile toward the Sea of Japan after a border blast raised peninsula tensions.
Major AI developers signed a voluntary Trump-backed agreement to monitor model risks, cooperate with auditors and shape future safety standards.
Trump expects new Iran talks this week after rejecting Tehran’s Hormuz proposal, keeping energy and geopolitical risk in focus.
Germany says Putin’s possible G20 appearance will test Moscow’s readiness for Ukraine talks, with a ceasefire seen as the key signal.
Kyiv denied a report that Trump suggested Zelensky travel to Moscow, as markets watch diplomacy tied to energy attacks and diesel prices.
Yemen’s leadership called for mobilization as Houthi gains near the Red Sea and Bab el-Mandeb raise risks for oil flows, shipping and energy prices.
Macron said France sees a Russian mobilization of around 300,000 people as credible and warned that hostile actions across Europe have increased.
Lavrov said Russia will not pause operations for Ukraine talks, while Rubio signaled U.S. readiness to support a ceasefire effort.
Macron said France and the U.S. will seek a moratorium on strikes against Ukraine’s energy and civilian infrastructure while backing more air-defense support.
Saudi Arabia said it intercepted a Houthi missile targeting Riyadh as attacks and pipeline outages heighten risks around oil flows through Yanbu.
Trump signed the Graham sanctions bill, giving the White House new tariff powers over major buyers of Russian energy.
Trump says the U.S. will expand its Greenland military presence under an expected deal with Denmark and Greenland, reviving Arctic security and rare-earth themes.
Merz says unconditional transatlantic friendship may be over, highlighting defense spending, trade risks and Germany’s 2026 growth outlook.
Trump warned the EU of steep tariffs or a trade halt if its proposed Canada partnership is deemed hostile, widening a fast-moving trade dispute.
U.S. prosecutors charged alleged Russia-linked RIS Network figures with terrorism financing and murder-for-hire conspiracy tied to Ukraine’s allies.
China urged the U.S. to stop preparing for space war after Washington confirmed orbital weapons systems for defense and offense.
Trump said the U.S. will remove a 10% tariff on Irish whiskey imports, a trade-policy signal watched by beverage markets.
Canada is negotiating to join the EU’s €90 billion Ukraine loan program, with a contribution target expected before an October summit.
Russia is expected to attend next week’s G20 energy meeting in Houston as geopolitical risks keep energy security in market focus.
Zelensky expects late-September U.S. talks on grain exports and energy security as markets track Black Sea disruption and infrastructure risks.
CENTCOM said U.S. forces destroyed five Iranian oil tankers after two ballistic missile attacks on a U.S. Navy ship.
Putin said chances for peace in Ukraine exist, while Zelensky said U.S. delegates will visit Kyiv and Moscow to discuss a possible settlement.
Reports say Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll is leaving after clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, adding to Pentagon leadership turnover.
Foreign investment into Germany rose to 86 billion euros in 2025, with UK inflows surging and the US share dropping sharply, according to IW data.
The US has removed Syria from its terrorism sponsor list, lifting sanctions and opening new investment opportunities amid ongoing regional geopolitical tensions.
Russia operates a complex shadow air fleet to supply troops in Africa’s Sahel, circumventing Western sanctions with military and private flights across multiple countries.
NATO confirms readiness to defend member states amid reports of Iranian plans to strike military targets in Bulgaria and Cyprus, intensifying geopolitical tensions.
US President Trump threatens military action against Oman if it disrupts talks with Iran over Strait of Hormuz control amid escalating regional tensions.
The US will cut back joint military drills with South Korea, citing high costs and improved relations with North Korea under President Trump’s directive.
Qatar denies holding Iranian pilots after airspace violations amid Middle East conflict, affirming compliance with international law and ongoing diplomatic efforts.
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.
Venezuela released 131 political prisoners after first-round talks with opposition, agreeing on judicial reforms amid ongoing national reconciliation efforts.
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.
US forces disabled the steering of a Panama-flagged cargo ship trying to breach the Iran blockade in the Gulf of Oman, reinforcing control over the Strait of Hormuz.
The US Senate approved a sweeping sanctions package targeting Russia’s energy sector and officials, receiving praise from EU and Ukrainian leaders amid ongoing conflict tensions.
Russia deploys the large anti-submarine ship Admiral Levchenko from the Northern Fleet to the Baltic Sea near Germany, replacing Severomorsk to protect maritime logistics.
President Trump announces renewed US-Iran negotiations starting August 3, delaying military strikes to pursue diplomacy amid ongoing tensions and recent US attacks.
US President Trump announces a historic agreement for Hamas disarmament, marking a major development in the Gaza conflict and peace efforts.
Ukraine lost its fourth F-16 fighter jet during a combat mission, with the pilot safely ejecting; the incident highlights ongoing attrition in Ukraine’s air defense capabilities.
Russian missile and drone attacks struck multiple Ukrainian cities overnight, causing casualties, fires, and infrastructure damage amid escalating tensions.
Jay Clayton confirmed as Director of National Intelligence by a narrow Senate vote, facing partisan opposition and lacking prior intelligence experience.
The EU is summoning Russia's envoy over missile strikes on a Kyiv military exhibition and Latvia’s consulate, proposing expanded sanctions amid Kyiv’s advancing drone capabilities.
Russia’s July oil and gas revenues are expected to rise 60% year-on-year due to higher global oil prices, despite ongoing sanctions and a weaker year-to-date performance.
The US has lifted sanctions on Miami-based Bel-Kap-Steel linked to Belarus’s metallurgical sector, reflecting improved diplomatic ties and political prisoner releases.
The IRGC has mined a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and threatens to block unauthorized vessels, amid reports of a Greek-owned tanker’s possible seizure by Iran.
US military continues 11-night offensive strikes on Iran targeting strategic sites amid escalating regional hostilities and maritime security concerns.
The US has sent the first of a $100M humanitarian aid package to Cuba amid sanctions and military contingency planning by Washington.
The US conducted its tenth straight day of strikes on Iran’s military sites as Tehran responded with missile and drone attacks, intensifying tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The US imposes 50% tariffs on $20 billion of Canadian goods including wine and cement, escalating trade tensions under the USMCA agreement and impacting key sectors.