Hostage crisis: Tel Aviv demands action from leaders

Thousands of people demonstrated in Tel Aviv and other Israeli cities, calling for the release of all hostages still held by the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas in the Gaza Strip.

Gaza aid crisis: 39 Palestinians killed near centers

In the Gaza Strip, 39 Palestinians were killed Saturday by Israeli shelling near humanitarian aid centers.

Vietnam boat tragedy: 38 dead in Ha Long Bay storm

In Vietnam, at least 38 people died after a tourist boat capsized during a storm in Ha Long Bay, Reuters reports. A total of 53 people were on board the vessel.

LA car plows into crowd, injuring 30 near venue

At least 30 people were injured after a car plowed into a crowd in Los Angeles; 13 victims are in critical condition. The incident occurred outside a concert venue where people were waiting to enter.

Ukraine proposes new peace talks amid stalemate

Ukraine has proposed a new round of talks with Russia next week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced.

Australia delivers first Abrams tanks to Ukraine

The initial consignment of Australian tanks has been delivered to the Ukrainian army.

Romania, Germany boost Moldova support, EU path

Continued support for the Republic of Moldova to prevent its destabilization by Russia, as well as Moldova's European integration, were among the topics discussed by Romanian President Nicușor Dan and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz during the Romanian President's visit to Berlin, according to Digi24.

Syria, Israel agree to ceasefire amid Suweida violence

A ceasefire between Syria and Israel was announced by Tom Barrack, the United States Ambassador to Turkey.

Russian drone attack kills one in Odesa, Ukraine retaliates

At least one person was killed and three injured after a Russian drone attack on Odesa on the night of July 19 caused a fire that engulfed a residential building, The Kyiv Independent reported.

Correspondence by Dan Alexe // London and Berlin sign first defense pact in over a century

Brussels has approved Berlin's new military spending plan after a thorough budget reassessment. Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government will allocate significant funds to defense and infrastructure over the next two years, after which it plans to reduce investments.

Patriot missiles flow to Ukraine; Europe funds aid

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that deliveries of Patriot air defense missile systems promised to Ukraine are already underway. He stated on Tuesday, July 15, that the missiles are already departing from Germany, which will receive replacements for the equipment sent, according to DW.

Russia's new wave of air attacks hits Ukrainian cities

Russia launched a fresh wave of massive aerial attacks on several Ukrainian cities last night, including Vinnytsia, Kryvyi Rih, and Kramatorsk.