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Nato summit live news: Trump says ceasefire with Iran is over

Nato summit live news: Trump says ceasefire with Iran is over

The U.S. has ended its interim truce with Iran following maritime attacks in the Persian Gulf and retaliatory strikes on IRGC targets.

World ·8 Jul 2026, 12:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Trump says ceasefire 'is over' after US and Iran trade strikes overnight

Trump says ceasefire 'is over' after US and Iran trade strikes overnight

The U.S. and Iran have traded military strikes in the Middle East, leading President Trump to terminate an interim ceasefire and causing oil prices to soar.

World ·8 Jul 2026, 11:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
US military strikes Iran after tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz

US military strikes Iran after tanker attacks in Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Iran have exchanged powerful military strikes following attacks on commercial oil tankers, signaling a potential collapse of a recent interim deal.

World ·8 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
French President Emmanuel Macron safe after bomb blasts near his hotel in Damascus

French President Emmanuel Macron safe after bomb blasts near his hotel in Damascus

President Emmanuel Macron continued his official visit to Syria after improvised explosive devices detonated near his hotel, injuring 18 people.

World ·8 Jul 2026, 08:02 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Iran, China and Russia to hold joint naval exercises in Strait of Hormuz

Iran, China and Russia to hold joint naval exercises in Strait of Hormuz

The Maritime Security Belt 2026 exercise will involve naval units from Iran, China, and Russia to test coordination and tactical readiness in the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·8 Jul 2026, 03:01 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Nato discusses European rearmament as Trump disrupts Ankara summit

Nato discusses European rearmament as Trump disrupts Ankara summit

Nato discusses European rearmament as Trump disrupts Ankara summit

World ·7 Jul 2026, 23:08 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
Monaco bomb attack suspect found dead in Ukraine

Monaco bomb attack suspect found dead in Ukraine

A Ukrainian woman suspected of a parcel bombing in Monaco has been found shot dead in the Kyiv region, leading to the arrest of a military intelligence officer.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 23:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Woman suspected of Monaco bombing found shot dead near Kyiv

Woman suspected of Monaco bombing found shot dead near Kyiv

A Ukrainian woman wanted by Interpol for a bombing in Monaco has been found dead in Kyiv, with two suspects, including a military intelligence officer, detained.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 15:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee

Hamas dissolves its government in Gaza to transfer power to a UN-backed committee

Hamas has dissolved its government in the Gaza Strip to transfer administrative control to the UN-backed National Committee for the Administration of Gaza.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 14:04 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Belgian defense minister urges Trump to stop targeting PM Giorgia Meloni

Belgian defense minister urges Trump to stop targeting PM Giorgia Meloni

Belgium's defense leadership has intervened following a social media dispute between Donald Trump and Giorgia Meloni, highlighting Europe's security dependence on the US.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 11:01 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Russian strikes kill at least 22 in Kyiv ahead of NATO summit

Russian strikes kill at least 22 in Kyiv ahead of NATO summit

Russia launched a massive wave of missiles and drones at Kyiv, killing at least 22 people and injuring 90. The attack occurred hours before President Zelenskyy was scheduled to attend a NATO summit in Ankara.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 08:05 ·Elena Marsh 4 min read
Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, Axios reports

Iran fires missiles at commercial ships in Strait of Hormuz, Axios reports

Two commercial vessels, including the Al Rekayyat LNG tanker, were struck by missiles in the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of indirect U.S.-Iran talks.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 07:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body to allow technocratic committee rule

Hamas dissolves Gaza governing body to allow technocratic committee rule

Hamas has announced the dissolution of its long-standing administration in Gaza to facilitate a transition to the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG).

World ·7 Jul 2026, 00:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 3,535 as rebuilding begins

Venezuela earthquake death toll rises to 3,535 as rebuilding begins

Authorities in Venezuela shift focus to reconstruction as the death toll from a rare earthquake doublet rises. Over 50,000 people are estimated to be unaccounted for.

World ·7 Jul 2026, 00:01 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Sri Lanka prison riots kill 26 and injure over 100 at Negombo facility

Sri Lanka prison riots kill 26 and injure over 100 at Negombo facility

Violence at Negombo Prison left 26 people dead and more than 100 injured after clashes erupted between inmate groups. The incident highlighted that Sri Lankan prisons hold approximately four times their total capacity.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 23:03 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
UEFA says FIFA 'crossed a red line' with Folarin Balogun red card ban U-turn

UEFA says FIFA 'crossed a red line' with Folarin Balogun red card ban U-turn

UEFA has condemned FIFA's decision to allow U.S. striker Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium, stating that FIFA crossed a red line.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 19:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Trump mocks Meloni with post

Trump mocks Meloni with post

US President Donald Trump has posted a mocking image of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni just hours before their scheduled meeting at the NATO summit.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 17:03 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
China Test Fires Long-Range Ballistic Missile in the Pacific

China Test Fires Long-Range Ballistic Missile in the Pacific

China Test Fires Long-Range Ballistic Missile in the Pacific

World ·6 Jul 2026, 16:02 ·Elena Marsh 2 min read
Russia’s missile and drone attack on Ukraine kills at least 18

Russia’s missile and drone attack on Ukraine kills at least 18

A wave of Russian strikes targeting residential buildings and critical infrastructure has killed at least 18 people and wounded over 100. President Zelenskyy is calling for urgent air defense reinforcements as casualties mount.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 14:02 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read
Iran begins funeral procession for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Iran begins funeral procession for Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Millions are expected to participate in the state funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The event coincides with high-stakes diplomatic tensions and conflict over the Strait of Hormuz.

World ·6 Jul 2026, 10:03 ·Elena Marsh 3 min read