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The House voted to approve war powers legislation aimed at halting U.S. military action against Iran, but the Senate rejected the measure, preventing its advancement. The vote followed a surge in oil prices and rising gas costs in the U.S.
The Israel Defense Forces and Shin Bet confirmed the killing of three Hamas militants in the northern Gaza Strip, including one involved in the October 7 attacks. The operation targeted individuals linked to planning and execution of attacks on Israel.
The Jordanian military reports that air defenses have intercepted 8 out of 10 projectiles fired by Iran against the country in Aqaba near the Israeli border, with two missiles landing in remote areas.
Chelsea have signed attacking midfielder Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa for a British record transfer fee of £117 million, marking a major shift in their transfer strategy.
Canada has cancelled a planned joint opening ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge with the United States following President Donald Trump's announcement of 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. The decision stems from trade tensions over Canadian policies affecting U.S. exports.
The Israeli military reported killing two Palestinian Islamic Jihad operatives in separate strikes in the Gaza Strip, actions described as violations of the ongoing ceasefire.
Spain defeated defending champions Argentina 1–0 in extra time at MetLife Stadium, New Jersey, to claim their second World Cup title. Rodri was awarded the Golden Ball.
Dplus KIA defeated Karmine Corp 3–0 to claim the League of Legends championship at the 2026 Esports World Cup, marking South Korea's third consecutive title and their first international victory since 2020.
Belgium has approved a ban on goods from Israeli settlements in the occupied Palestinian territories, following a commitment made after Israel's bombardment of Gaza. The move comes amid unresolved EU-wide action on settlement trade.
Kylian Mbappé scored two goals in France's 6-4 loss to England, surpassing previous records to become the highest-scoring player in World Cup history. He also became the first player to score ten goals in a single tournament since 1970.
Andy Burnham has been confirmed as the new leader of the British Labour Party and will succeed Keir Starmer as prime minister on Monday. He won a crucial by-election in Makerfield, enabling his return to parliament and securing a decisive majority in the leadership vote.
The Israeli military and Shin Bet confirmed the killing of Hamas commander Anas Mahmoud Ahmad Hamdan in an airstrike in Khan Yunis, Gaza Strip, on 17 July 2026.
Former Autostrade per l'Italia (ASPI) CEO Giovanni Castellucci is convicted and sentenced to 12 years in prison for his role in the 2018 collapse of the Ponte Morandi in Genoa, Liguria, Italy, which killed 43 people.
Demonstrations occurred in Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities following President Zelenskyy's decision to replace Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov with Major-General Yevhenii Khmara.
U.S. president Donald Trump announces that American citizen Dena Karari has been released from Iran after being detained on espionage charges since 2024. Her lawyer, Jared Genser, also confirmed her release.
The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act became law after President Donald Trump declined to sign it, allowing it to take effect automatically. The legislation includes provisions to expand affordable housing and reduce housing costs through regulatory changes and federal funding.
A US Central Command delegation has arrived in Lebanon to support implementation of a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, following a framework signed on 26 June. The visit precedes technical talks in Rome and confirms the agreement has entered its implementation phase.
Iranian state media released interior footage of Ali Khamenei's compound following a joint US-Israel strike on 28 February 2026, which killed the former supreme leader. The compound's prayer room was destroyed during the operation.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced the U.S.-Iran ceasefire is ended and that airstrikes will continue, though negotiations may proceed. Pakistan's foreign ministry reiterated its call for adherence to the recently signed memorandum of understanding.
The International Olympic Committee has lifted its suspension on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles under neutral status, following changes to its rules and the Russian Olympic Committee's compliance with new conditions.
Switzerland advances to the quarterfinals of the FIFA World Cup for the first time since 1954 after defeating Colombia in a penalty shootout during the round of 16.
Former Iranian president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad attended the funeral of former supreme leader Ali Khamenei in Tehran on 6 July 2026, appearing in a photograph published by Iranian state media. His reappearance followed reports of an Israeli–U.S. airstrike on his residence during the early stages of the conflict.
Hamas has declared its intention to step down in favour of a technocratic administration in the Gaza Strip, as outlined in the October 2025 Gaza peace plan. The Board of Peace stated it would assess the implementation of these steps.
FIFA suspended a one-match ban for US forward Folarin Balogun following a red card in the World Cup, allowing him to play against Belgium. The decision followed a call from US President Donald Trump to FIFA president Gianni Infantino.