Africa Uganda Uganda Airlines has placed the largest aircraft order in its history, committing to the purchase of ten Boeing jets to expand its international and intercontinental networks and position itself as a stronger player in regional and global aviation
Europe North Macedonia The village of Galicnik hosted a memorable Galicnik Wedding last weekend: the public ceremony honours traditions and has become an annual cultural event; lasting for two days it brings back life the nearly abandoned village emptied by migration
Europe Montenegro Statements by Serbian Orthodox Church clerics over weekend, who praised WWII criminals, remarks are deemed by many as historical revisionism and hate speech, are causing concern and drawing criticism from local and international institutions
Asia Jordan The Public Security Directorate and Europol signed a Working Arrangement establishing a formal legal framework for cooperation and exchange of expertise to enhance joint efforts to prevent and combat transnational crime affecting both the EU and Jordan
Asia Qatar The Qatar Skydive team of the Joint Special Forces claimed three medals at the Skydive World Cup Series held in Klatovy, Czech Republic, with 44 international teams participating
Africa Nigeria Today has been declared a public holiday in Nigeria to honour former President Muhammadu Buhari, who died aged 82 in a London clinic on Sunday after battling ill health for years
America Venezuela The European Parliament has included Venezuela on the EU’s high-risk list for money laundering and terrorism financing, as it has faced increased scrutiny over financial transactions; the country rejected the measure as politically motivated
Asia Myanmar An armed attack on a Buddhist monastery in Sagaing region on 11 July left at least 23 civilians dead, including four children; The massacre reflects the deepening vulnerability of civilians amid the country’s ongoing civil conflict
Europe Ireland A full forensic excavation began on the site of the former mother and baby institution in Tuam, Co Galway to recover and analyze human remains; access to the entire site is closed off to the public and it is also concealed from view with 24/7 surveillance
America Nicaragua A new Chinese embassy building has been inaugurated in Managua, as Nicaragua deepened diplomatic and economic ties with China through expanded cooperation in areas like infrastructure, trade, education and health since reestablishing relations in 2021
Asia Philippines Security cooperation with Taiwan is discreetly deepening, citing growing Chinese maritime and cyber threats; Joint patrols, shared intelligence and military-planning links are advancing despite strong Chinese objections
Oceania Kiribati First National Employment Policy and Action Plan has been validated by the Government to transform local employment landscape; developed with the International Labour Organization support, it outlines a roadmap for inclusive and sustainable employment
Asia Iraq The oil sector, vital for Iraq's economy, is facing both a potential export crisis, with difficult negotiations with the Kurdistan Regional Government and possible US sanctions, and an expansion of production in southern oil fields
America Mexico 30% tariffs on Mexican imports to US have been announced starting 1 August, as the US has intensified trade pressure despite Mexico’s efforts to negotiate and avoid measures that could severely impact its export-dependent economy