Trump approval stuck at record low as Iran war support slips
US public support for the Iran war has dropped to 31%, keeping President Trump's approval at a record-low 33%, per a new Ipsos poll.
International Relations
US lifts Syria's state sponsor of terrorism designation
The US has officially removed Syria from its state sponsors of terrorism list, clearing a major hurdle for investment and financial reintegration.
Gaza Strikes Kill Four, Including Two Children, as US Push for De-escalation Stalls
Israeli strikes and tank fire killed four Palestinians, including two children, in Gaza on Monday, a week after a US delegation urged Israel to curb attacks.
US Treasury Chief Warns of 'Economic Asphyxiation' in New Iran Sanctions Push
US Treasury Secretary Bessent threatens 'economic asphyxiation' of Iran, warning all nations and entities facilitating its oil trade will face sanctions.
Canada Awards $11.3 Billion Icebreaker Contract at Quebec Shipyard
PM Carney announces $11.3B icebreaker deal at Davie shipyard in Lévis, joined by Quebec Premier Frechette and federal ministers.
US unveils sweeping sanctions to isolate Iran's economy
Washington expands secondary sanctions to sever Iran's economic lifelines, warning trading partners of consequences.
UK PM Burnham Holds Talks in Kyiv on Ukraine Independence Day
UK PM Andy Burnham met President Zelenskyy in Kyiv during Ukraine's 35th independence anniversary, discussing defense and sanctions.
Bessent: Trump Wants Canada Back at the Table for Fair Trade Talks
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says President Trump wants Canada to resume trade negotiations in good faith after talks broke down over the weekend.
Gaza Strikes Kill Four, Including Two Children, as Warnings Fail to Prevent Casualties
Israeli airstrikes in Gaza killed four people, including two children, despite evacuation warnings, as the fragile ceasefire continues to fray.
Lower Saxony Premier Calls for Joint VW Solutions to Protect Auto Industry
Lower Saxony's premier urges Volkswagen stakeholders to cooperate on solutions to protect the region's automotive industry amid plant closure threats.
US Treasury Targets All Iranian Revenue Streams With New Sanctions
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says new sanctions are designed to block every possible source of revenue for Iran.
UN proposes confidence-building mechanism for fertilizer transit via Hormuz
UN chief announces a time-bound mechanism to facilitate fertilizer and raw material passage amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions, stressing it does not alter navigational rights.
Colombia's Armed Groups Turn to Children for Drone Warfare, HRW Says
Human Rights Watch reports armed groups in Colombia are increasingly recruiting children via social media and training them for drone attacks, with over 1,500 cases since 2021.
European Leaders Pledge Support for Ukraine on Independence Day
European leaders rallied in Kyiv for Ukraine's Independence Day, with Zelenskyy urging more deep-strike weapons and allies warning against normalizing Russia.
UK government tells TikTok to remove videos glorifying dangerous driving
UK urges TikTok and other platforms to take down content celebrating dangerous driving after a fatal crash killed seven people.
Iran's rial hits record low as US prepares fresh sanctions
Iran's rial fell to a record 2.02 million per dollar as Washington readies new sanctions, deepening economic strain from months of conflict.
LatAm markets mixed as US-Iran tensions, Mexico data and Brazil poll take focus
LatAm stocks gain, currencies mixed as investors weigh US-Iran sanctions, Mexico Q2 growth and inflation, and a tight Brazil runoff poll.
US Weighs 7.5% Tariff on Chinese Goods Ahead of Xi-Trump Summit
The US is reportedly set to impose a 7.5% tariff on Chinese goods over overcapacity concerns, ahead of a planned Xi-Trump summit.
Iran's Escalation Playbook: Strait, Gulf States, and Cyber Fronts
Iran could escalate the Gulf crisis by tightening its chokehold on oil routes, striking Gulf infrastructure, or launching cyberattacks on the West.
Two UN Peacekeepers Killed in Ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei State
Two UN peacekeepers were killed and several others injured in an ambush in South Sudan's Jonglei state on Monday.