Guyana confirms 72 deaths in MV Barima ferry sinking
Guyanese authorities say at least 72 people died after the MV Barima capsized off the Essequibo coast, with recovery work and a criminal investigation continuing.
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Romanian fighter jet downs suspected Russian drone
Romania shot down a suspected Russian drone on July 24, an incident raising concern about spillover from the war in Ukraine into NATO territory.
Cairngorms village evacuated as wildfire spreads in stronger winds
Authorities declared a major incident and evacuated Nethy Bridge on July 25 as an 11-day wildfire in Scotland’s Cairngorms National Park moved toward the village.
India’s education minister resigns after youth protests over exam leaks
Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned on July 25, 2026, after weeks of youth-led protests over exam paper leaks, prompting organisers to end their agitation.
Syria calls for Israeli withdrawal during UN chief’s landmark visit
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani called for Israel’s immediate and unconditional withdrawal from Syria during talks held as UN Secretary-General António Guterres made the first official visit to the country by a UN chief in 17 years.
US expands Sudan sanctions over alleged chemical weapons use
A second round of US sanctions on Sudan took effect on July 20, 2026, over allegations that Sudanese Armed Forces used prohibited chemical weapons, claims Khartoum denies.
AU advances arrest warrant and terrorism data bank frameworks
The African Union Peace and Security Council has asked the AU Commission to finalize a continental arrest warrant and data bank aimed at closing cross-border gaps exploited by terrorist groups.
Typhoon Noul Hits Southern China as Mass Evacuations Begin
Typhoon Noul made landfall in southern China on July 26, bringing strong winds and heavy rain to Guangdong and nearby Hong Kong as authorities evacuated hundreds of thousands of people.