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A British woman, Elisabeth-Jane Ross, was found dead in a suitcase in an abandoned Athens building, prompting a criminal investigation into her death.

What’s going on?
Iran confirmed a missile attack on US bases in the Middle East amid heightened military tensions. The strikes occurred as Trump met with Netanyahu, signalling a significant escalation in hostilities. Details of the attack remain limited, with reports indicating multiple strikes targeted at US forces.

Al Jazeera’s headline “Iran attacks US bases in Middle East as Trump meets Netanyahu” emphasises the simultaneous political and military events. In contrast, WSJ states “Iran Launches Surprise Missile Attack on U.S. Forces in the Middle East,” focusing solely on the attack itself. This distinction affects how the urgency and nature of the situation are perceived.

Coverage analysed: Al Jazeera | WSJ

Trump and Netanyahu meet for the first time since Iran war amid fraying ties and a cooler welcome in Washington.

Italian students apologise to Thailand after a confrontation on a Bangkok train escalated, leading to official reprimands and fines for inappropriate behaviour.

Nearly 600 former Israeli military and intelligence officials have urged US President Donald Trump to press Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address escalating violence from settlers in the occupied West Bank. They warn this situation endangers Israel’s future and poses risks to US regional interests.

Royal Grenada Police seek public assistance to locate 44-year-old Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, missing since July 22, last seen at Grand Anse Beach.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham on Monday at the Portsmouth naval base to discuss joint drone production and urgent requests for ballistic missile interceptors amid escalating Russian attacks. Burnham reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to supporting Ukraine fully during the meeting.

What’s going on?
Wildfires have spread across France and Spain as a result of ongoing heatwaves. Authorities are mobilising resources to combat the blazes threatening residential areas and agricultural land. The situation remains critical as firefighters face extreme temperatures.

BBC headlines: “Wildfire now nine miles from French city of Bordeaux, mayor warns.” This highlights the immediate threat to urban areas from the wildfire. In contrast, The New York Times states: “Europe Wildfires Live Updates: Spain and France Fight to Contain Blazes as Extreme Heat Threatens New Fires.” This focuses on the broader regional struggle against the wildfires, emphasising the ongoing efforts to control the situation.

Coverage analysed: BBC | The New York Times

A large wildfire in south-west France is now approximately nine miles from Bordeaux, prompting an emergency cabinet meeting as officials warn of critical conditions.

SEATTLE SHOOTING
Three people killed at food festival in Seattle overnight.
Police search for additional suspects following violent incident.