FAO: Global Food Prices Hit Highest Level Since January 2023 in July 2026
The UN Food and Agriculture Organization said global food commodity prices rose in July to their highest level since January 2023, as food-security risks deepen.
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WMO Warns El Niño Could Strengthen Sharply as Pacific Waters Rise Above 2°C
The World Meteorological Organization says El Niño has developed and could intensify rapidly from July through September 2026, raising risks of extreme weather worldwide.
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UNESCO Links Global Debt Pressures to Education Funding at July Meeting
Nearly 40 ministers and representatives met with UNESCO on July 10 to connect debt pressures, digital learning and youth participation to education policy beyond 2030.
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Global Air Passenger Demand Fell 1.7% in June as Domestic Traffic Weakened
The International Air Transport Association reported a 1.7% year-over-year decline in global passenger demand in June, with domestic traffic falling 3.0%.
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IEA, IMF, World Bank and WTO Say Global Economy Has Absorbed Middle East War Shock — for Now
The four institutions said the global economy remained broadly resilient after the Middle East war shock, but higher energy and fertilizer prices continue to threaten inflation, jobs and vulnerable economies.
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FIFA Faces Pressure Over Unpaid $1 Million Contributions to 2026 World Cup Host Cities
U.S. cities that hosted 2026 World Cup matches are seeking reported $1 million legacy payments from FIFA, as the governing body faces continuing scrutiny over a withdrawn private-investment plan.
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Pakistan Issues New Foreign-Media Rules as Press Groups Warn of Restrictions
Pakistan has issued new guidelines formalizing reporting requirements for foreign media organizations, drawing warnings that civilian and security agencies could use the rules to restrict reporting outside Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi.
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South Korea and U.S. Set Aug. 10 Week for Ulchi Freedom Shield Exercises After North Korean Missile Test
South Korea and the United States will begin annual Ulchi Freedom Shield exercises during the week of Aug. 10, days after North Korea resumed ballistic-missile testing.
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Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia Sign Mutual-Defense Deal as Yemen Fighting Escalates
Turkey, Pakistan and Saudi Arabia signed a mutual-defense agreement on Aug. 7 as Iran-backed Houthi forces reportedly attacked in Yemen’s Marib province and regional pressure mounted on Gulf states and shipping.
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Ukraine’s Drone Attack on Russian Oil Hub Kills 13, Officials Say
A Ukrainian drone attack struck an oil hub inside Russia on Aug. 10, according to Russian officials cited by The Associated Press, amid repeated overnight strikes by both countries.
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UN Scales Up Ebola Response in Congo After Spread to Haut-Uele and Tshopo
The United Nations says Ebola-containment efforts in the Democratic Republic of the Congo are being expanded after the disease spread to Haut-Uele and Tshopo provinces, while worsening insecurity has disrupted humanitarian operations.
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Flooding Kills at Least 82 Across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan as Assam Impact Widens
At least 82 people died during a week of heavy rain and flooding across India, Pakistan and Afghanistan. Assam authorities reported 36 deaths and more than 650,000 people affected across 11 districts.
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Typhoon Bavi Makes Landfall in China on July 11 After Affecting Japan and Taiwan
Typhoon Bavi made landfall in Zhejiang province on July 11 after bringing strong winds and rain to Japan’s southern islands and Taiwan. More than 1.7 million people were evacuated in Zhejiang, while Taiwan lifted its land and sea warnings the next day.
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WHO Updates Multinational Andes Hantavirus Outbreak Linked to M/V Hondius Cruise Ship
The World Health Organization says an Andes hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship M/V Hondius involved 13 cases and three deaths by May 27, with a later probable case reported in Tristan da Cunha after disembarkation.
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WMO Warns El Niño Could Rapidly Strengthen to Strong Levels by Late 2026
The World Meteorological Organization says El Niño is developing in the tropical Pacific, with an 80% chance of emergence by late summer and a possible strong phase later in 2026.
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UN Review Warns Cities Are Falling Behind on Housing, Services and Climate Resilience
A United Nations midterm review of the New Urban Agenda says cities face linked pressures from displacement, climate shocks, rising housing costs and inadequate services, and calls for faster local action.
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UN Reports Fatal Shipping Attacks Near Strait of Hormuz, Calls for De-escalation
At least two seafarers were killed and several injured in reported attacks on shipping near the Strait of Hormuz, the United Nations said in a 14 July briefing.
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EU Entry/Exit System Fully Operational Across Schengen Borders From April 10
The European Commission says the EU Entry/Exit System has operated at every external Schengen border crossing since April 10, 2026, and has clarified which travelers are exempt.
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U.S. Imposes New Forced-Labor Tariffs on Imports From 60 Economies
The U.S. Trade Representative announced additional tariffs of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 trading partners, with exemptions for some raw materials and supply-constrained goods.
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ASEAN Says South China Sea Code Talks Are Progressing Toward a 2026 Deadline
ASEAN foreign ministers said negotiations with China on a South China Sea code of conduct have progressed, setting an end-of-2026 target while leaving the agreement unfinished.
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UN officials warn Israel’s proposed Gaza City offensive risks a new wave of displacement
At a United Nations Security Council briefing, officials warned that Israel’s cabinet-approved plan to gain military control of Gaza City could bring further displacement, death and destruction.
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NATO Allies Pledge at Least €70 Billion for Ukraine at Ankara Summit on July 8, 2026
NATO allies pledged at least €70 billion in military equipment, assistance and training for Ukraine in 2026 and again in 2027, alongside major defense and infrastructure investments.