Middle East
Trump threatens Iran escalation as tit-for-tat airstrikes continue. The US continued airstrikes in Iran while Tehran launched retaliatory attacks on US targets in the Gulf, as the region braced for President Trump’s decision on whether to launch what he called “a massive attack.” (NPR — https://www.npr.org/2026/07/24/g-s1-135417/us-iran-war-updates)
Five killed in West Bank shooting, among the deadliest in months. Authorities said four Palestinians and an Israeli were killed in the incident, with officials offering differing accounts of what happened. (New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/world/middleeast/west-bank-shooting-tell-israelis-palestinians.html)
Four Palestinians and one Israeli killed during West Bank settler attack. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/24/palestinians-israeli-killed-west-bank-shooting)
“Incredibly dire”: nine months into the Gaza ceasefire. France 24 reports conditions that “should have improved by now” remain deeply troubled nine months into the ceasefire. (France 24 — https://www.france24.com/en/incredibly-dire-nine-months-into-gaza-ceasefire-conditions-should-have-improved-by-now)
Russia–Ukraine
At least 11 killed in Ukraine as Moscow and Kyiv trade attacks. Six people were also killed in a Ukrainian attack on Russia’s Kirov, and Wildberries warehouses were hit again. (Al Jazeera — https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/24/at-least-11-killed-in-ukraine-as-moscow-and-kyiv-continue-to-trade-attacks)
Russia and Ukraine trade blows with missiles and drones. Ukrainian strikes set fire to warehouses and other sites in Russia while Russian bombing rocked Kyiv, as the two countries escalated a deadly air campaign. (New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/world/europe/russia-ukraine-war-attacks.html)
EU hits Russia with a 21st sanctions package targeting a $120B crypto network. (CoinDesk — https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/07/24/eu-hits-russia-with-massive-21st-sanctions-package-targeting-usd120b-crypto-network)
Europe
France orders total evacuation of Cap Ferret peninsula as wildfire spreads. Over 40,000 people are being evacuated from the tourist peninsula as forest fires spread across the French southwest, with more than 10,000 hectares burned. (France 24 — https://www.france24.com/en/video/20260724-france-over-40-000-people-evacuated-due-to-wildfires-in-the-southwest)
Tens of thousands evacuated from French tourist spot and near Madrid as wildfires spread. The fire has raged for several days, with officials ordering evacuation of the entire Cap Ferret peninsula. (BBC — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cdx82rl5g0do)
France evacuates Cap Ferret as Spain battles to prevent wildfires merging near Madrid. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/24/france-spain-wildfires-cap-ferret-europe-latest-news-updates)
Turkey: what chances does Ozel’s new opposition party have? After being removed as head of Turkey’s main opposition CHP in May, Ozgur Ozel has announced a new party, with dozens of lawmakers following him as he seeks to challenge President Erdogan. (DW — https://www.dw.com/en/turkey-what-chances-does-ozel-s-new-opposition-party-have/a-78091681)
Giorgia Meloni’s Italy: an authoritarian drift? France 24 examines Italy under Meloni in a two-part program. (France 24 — https://www.france24.com/en/tv-shows/europe-rendezvous/20260724-giorgia-meloni-s-italy-an-authoritarian-drift-part-1)
United Kingdom
Andy Burnham spends first working day at new No 10 North in Manchester. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/live/2026/jul/24/andy-burnham-labour-no-10-north-uk-politics-latest-news-updates)
Burnham urged to lobby EU leaders directly to waive EES border controls. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/24/burnham-urged-to-lobby-eu-leaders-directly-to-waive-ees-border-controls)
Southport killer Axel Rudakubana is manipulating the system, victims’ families say. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/24/southport-killer-axel-rudakubana-manipulating-system-victims-families)
Americas
Trump to speak at rescheduled White House Correspondents’ Dinner. Nearly three months after a botched shooting cut the annual gala short, Trump is expected to speak at a rescheduled dinner at the Waldorf Astoria under heightened security. (France 24 — https://www.france24.com/en/americas/20260724-trump-to-speak-at-rescheduled-white-house-correspondents-dinner-following-failed-april-shooting)
Trump administration drive to seize election powers sparking “chaos” despite pushback. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2026/jul/24/trump-administration-election-chaos)
Gangs taking villages “hostage” on the Brazil–Peru border, Indigenous leaders say. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/jul/24/gangs-taking-villages-on-brazil-peru-border-hostage-say-indigenous-leaders)
Africa
South Africa’s president wins bid to temporarily halt “Farmgate” impeachment inquiry. Ramaphosa has faced scrutiny following the theft of large sums of cash from his private farm in 2020. (BBC — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cwymj9lkx13o)
Asia
Bangladesh’s president resigns amid uncertainty over ex-leader’s plans. President Mohammed Shahabuddin stepped down as speculation swirled over the possible return of his onetime ally Sheikh Hasina, who was ousted as prime minister and fled to India. (New York Times — https://www.nytimes.com/2026/07/24/world/asia/bangladesh-president-resigns.html)
India “cockroach” activist ends hunger strike after 26 days as protests spread. Sonam Wangchuk ended his hunger strike after 26 days as protests spread. (Guardian — https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/24/india-cockroach-protest-sonam-wangchuk-ends-hunger-strike)
China building a new type of attack submarine? Satellite images from Shanghai’s Jiangnan Shipyard hint at a previously unidentified nuclear-powered attack submarine with a dramatically reduced sail versus existing Type 093 boats, which analysts say could improve stealth and range. (SCMP — https://www.scmp.com/news/china/military/article/3361774/china-building-new-type-attack-submarine-satellite-images-hint-stealth-gains)
Markets & Business
Oil surges to $100 per barrel. Oil hit $100 after Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked two Saudi tankers in the Red Sea, while Trump overnight replaced expiring tariffs with a slew of new ones. (NPR — https://www.npr.org/2026/07/24/g-s1-135418/up-first-newsletter-iran-war-oil-prices-tariffs-wisconsin-corey-ruiz)
Oil tankers run the Houthi gauntlet to keep Saudi exports flowing. Attacks by the Yemeni rebels have slowed but not stopped Red Sea oil shipments. (Bloomberg — https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-07-24/oil-tankers-run-the-houthi-gauntlet-to-keep-saudi-exports-flowing)
Futures rise after the prior day’s rout; oil eases, Intel surges, new tariffs hit at midnight. S&P 500 futures added 0.2% Friday morning after the index posted its worst single-day drop since late June. (Quartz — https://qz.com/stock-futures-rise-oil-pullback-intel-earnings-072426)
Treasury yields retreat, 10-year hovers around January 2025 highs. US Treasury yields pulled back after briefly hitting the highest level since January 2025 the day before. (CNBC — https://www.cnbc.com/2026/07/24/treasury-yields-bonds-us-debt.html)
American Express posts strong profit but the stock slips. The card company posted Q2 earnings of $4.53 per share, up 11% from a year ago, as cardmember spending rose 9% on a boom in Platinum cards. (Quartz — https://qz.com/american-express-earnings-revenue-forecast-2026-072426 · MarketWatch — https://www.marketwatch.com/story/american-express-rides-a-boom-in-platinum-cards-to-its-strongest-spending-growth-in-years-07ecac26)
Oracle lands a nearly $7 billion Pentagon software deal. The 10-year contract consolidates on-premises Oracle software licenses across the military, intelligence community, and Coast Guard, even as the stock struggles. (Quartz — https://qz.com/oracle-pentagon-software-contract-dow-esi-072426)
Farmers set for a $55 billion payday as Washington weighs more. MarketWatch reports on an $11 billion farm bailout critics say adds to the national debt. (MarketWatch — https://www.marketwatch.com/story/farmers-are-already-set-for-a-55-billion-payday-why-does-washington-want-to-give-them-even-more-b81b3f09)
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