A series of earthquakes in Venezuela has resulted in at least 2,295 deaths, according to parliamentary speaker Jorge Rodríguez. In addition to the fatalities, over 11,000 people were injured and tens of thousands remain missing.
Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda announced that the parliament intends to remove a constitutional ban on placing nuclear weapons on its territory. This move follows a similar decision made by NATO ally Finland earlier this year.
Israel marks one thousand days since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attacks with a series of scheduled commemorations and public protests. The demonstrations focus on the government's response and actions taken in the aftermath of the event.
The mayor of Kyiv, Vitali Klitschko, stated that a recent Russian assault on the Ukrainian capital was the largest attack to date. Following this event, July 3rd has been declared a day of mourning to honor the victims.
European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas is calling for increased pressure on Russia and sustained military aid to Ukraine following recent attacks on Kyiv. She emphasized that mere condemnation is insufficient to halt the violence against the Ukrainian capital.
The Belgian national football team secured a dramatic 3-2 victory against Senegal to advance in the 2026 World Cup. International media outlets have widely praised the team's miraculous comeback performance.