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are seeking reported $1 million legacy payments from FIFA, as the governing body faces continuing scrutiny over a withdrawn private-investment plan.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
NATO members pledged €70 billion in military aid for Ukraine in 2026 and increased defense spending, while a Pentagon review of about 80,000 U.S. troops in Europe adds uncertainty for European security planning.
NATO members pledged €70 billion, roughly $80 billion, in military assistance for Ukraine in 2026 and called for at least the same level in 2027 after a tense summit in Ankara.
Nestlé said its global precautionary infant-formula recall reduced organic growth by 30 basis points in the second quarter, down from 90 basis points in the first quarter, as affected brands began to recover.
A three-judge panel found that a UN investigation had not established misconduct or abuse of office by ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan, Reuters reported.
The European Commission has issued guidance on disclosure requirements under the EU AI Act, including notices for certain AI interactions and labels for some deepfakes and other manipulated content.
