European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen survived a no-confidence motion in the European Parliament on 10 July, with only 175 MEPs in support, compared to 360 against and 18 abstaining.

A Dhaka international crimes tribunal has formally charged ex‑Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina in absentia with five counts of crimes against humanity, citing her alleged role in the violent suppression of student‑led protests in July-August 2024, which resulted in up to 1,400 deaths.

President Trump has confirmed a 35% tariff on Canadian imports, set to take effect on 1 August, citing Canada’s failure to curb fentanyl smuggling and persistent trade imbalances.

Civilians, many queuing for nutritional supplements and medical care at a clinic in Deir al-Balah, were struck by an Israeli airstrike.

Young protesters in Kenya, driven by anger over police brutality and government failures, participate in rallies despite fear of violence and arrest, with multiple casualties reported.

Vietnam’s National Assembly last month approved plans to hike taxes on alcohol from 65% to 90% by 2031, a major step in the government’s efforts to curb harmful consumption habits.