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South Korea ordered residents near the border with North Korea to evacuate after the military mistook a US drone for an unidentified aircraft. The military prepared to shoot it down during a joint exercise. This incident showed how high tensions remain, as many people got scared by the sudden alert.
Japan is launching the National Intelligence Bureau this Friday to fix its disjointed security system. Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said, “These measures are merely the first step in intelligence reform.” The new agency will collect data from various ministries to better handle global threats and stop spy activity in Japan.
Nepal’s Prime Minister Balendra Shah urged calm after clashes between Hindu and Muslim groups left three people dead. The violence started Sunday in Sunsari district following a dispute over religious flags. Shah said, “I, on behalf of the government, sincerely appeal to the citizens to exercise patience and maintain peace.”
AI policy groups asked President Donald Trump to launch a formal investigation into OpenAI’s rogue agent attack on Hugging Face. Meanwhile, the Senate Commerce Committee pushed its AI bill markup to September. Senate Democrats said they want a more "collaborative" process with Republicans to ensure these new technologies remain safe.
Chile and Venezuela agreed Thursday to restore consular relations after a two-year rift. This move helps Chile manage migration issues, as the country got 1,270 total deportations by July 23. Many hope this step will fix travel problems and help families who were stuck without support during the long diplomatic freeze.
President Trump said on Thursday that the Board of Peace reached an agreement for Hamas to begin disarming in the Gaza Strip. "This agreement is a critical step towards Gaza finally being governed by a new Palestinian government," he said. However, officials said that the process would take time.
President Donald Trump said Thursday that a deal exists for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Gaza. "The agreement will be carried out in carefully structured phases," Trump said. Many hurdles remain, as neither side confirmed the plan. The process involves international forces and rebuilding the battered territory.
Senator John Cornyn is using his leverage to block Todd Blanche, President Trump’s choice for attorney general. Cornyn and Senator Thom Tillis said they will not advance the nomination unless the Justice Department modifies an immunity settlement. When asked about his new independence, Cornyn simply asked reporters, "Have you noticed?"
Australia is sending 24 firefighters and two aircraft to France to help tackle raging wildfires. The government said, "Together, they will support around-the-clock firefighting operations, providing much-needed relief to emergency services responding on the ground." These skilled crews from New South Wales will assist as Europe faces a severe summer heatwave.
The United Nations started its search for a new secretary-general as the institution faces many global challenges. A first informal Security Council poll on Thursday showed Rebeca Grynspan as the early frontrunner. The process to replace Antonio Guterres could continue through the summer and conclude in late September or October.
Colin Gray got 15 years in prison on Thursday for giving his son the gun used in a 2024 Georgia school shooting. The judge said Gray shared responsibility for the tragedy. His son, Colton, previously got life in prison for killing four people at Apalachee High School two years ago.
A new Gallup poll shows most Americans are concerned about political pressure on elections. Sixty-seven percent of people fear leaders might change outcomes. Both Democrats and Republicans worry about how ballots get handled or counted. These findings show that many voters feel uneasy about the integrity of the upcoming midterm elections.