Gaza: Hunger Deaths Reported; Trump Plans Food Center
Key Takeaways
- 147 hunger deaths reported in Gaza; Trump plans U.S. food center despite Netanyahu's denial.
- Israeli NGOs B'Tselem and PHRI accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza.
- Trump sets 10-12 day deadline for Russia to end Ukraine war, threatens sanctions.
- Europe considers nuclear weapons amid Russia aggression and waning trust in U.S. umbrella.
- EU suspends $1.7B to Ukraine over anti-corruption concerns, undermining independence of bodies.
Top Stories
Gaza: 147 hunger deaths, Trump plans food center, Netanyahu disagrees.
On July 28, 2025, reports indicated 147 hunger-related deaths in Gaza, including 88 children, due to the ongoing blockade. Donald Trump announced plans to establish a U.S. food center in Gaza, disagreeing with Netanyahu's denial of starvation.
Trump plans Gaza aid; Greene seeks to cut Israel missile funding.
On July 28, 2025, Donald Trump announced plans to send food and medicines to Gaza, while Marjorie Taylor Greene condemned the situation and introduced a measure to cancel funding for Israel's missile defense, amid growing alarm over famine.
Israeli NGOs accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza.
On July 28, 2025, Israeli NGOs B'Tselem and PHRI accused Israel of genocide in Gaza, citing the deliberate dismantling of Gaza's healthcare system, which Israel denies.
Trump sets 10-12 day deadline for Russia to end Ukraine war.
On July 28, 2025, Donald Trump shortened the deadline for Russia to end the war in Ukraine to 10-12 days, expressing disappointment with Putin and threatening sanctions, after meeting with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer in Scotland.
Europe considers nuclear weapons amid Russia, U.S. uncertainty.
European countries are considering developing their own nuclear weapons due to growing concerns about Russia's aggression and waning trust in the US nuclear umbrella, with NATO members agreeing to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035.
EU suspends $1.7B to Ukraine over anti-corruption concerns.
The EU and ex-Biden aide criticized Ukraine's anti-corruption reforms, leading to the EU suspending $1.7 billion from a €4.5 billion fund due to concerns about undermining the independence of anti-corruption bodies.
Business Today
U.S. and China hold high-level trade talks in Stockholm.
On July 28-29, 2025, U.S. and Chinese trade officials met in Stockholm for high-level trade talks to extend a 90-day tariff truce, discussing market access, investment, and technology exports.
S&P 500 hits fifth record close; Nasdaq also advances.
On July 28, 2025, the S&P 500 reached its fifth consecutive record close, rising 0.08% to 6,338.64 points, with investors awaiting a policy announcement from the Federal Reserve.
President Trump's new tariffs set to take effect.
On July 31, 2025, President Trump's new tariffs are expected to go into effect, potentially leading to price increases for American consumers and businesses.
US and EU reach trade deal with 15% tariff on EU imports.
The US and EU reached a trade agreement on July 27, 2025, with a 15% tariff on EU imports to the US, aiming to reduce volatility and uncertainty for economic actors.
Euro pressured by U.S.-EU trade deal; France criticizes.
On July 28-29, 2025, the euro faced pressure due to a U.S.-EU trade deal, which France criticized as unfavorable, with the euro falling 1.3% and trading around $1.1594.
Climate Watch
Belém prepares for COP30, addresses lodging shortages.
Belém is preparing for COP30 in November 2025, facing lodging challenges, with local motels renovating and raising prices to accommodate visitors.
Global Watch
Starmer seeks Trump's help on Gaza ceasefire, trade tariffs.
On July 28, 2025, Keir Starmer met with Donald Trump in Scotland to discuss the Russia-Ukraine war, the Israel-Hamas war, and trade issues, seeking Trump's influence for a ceasefire and aid resumption in Gaza.
Trump warns U.S. could attack Iran's nuclear facilities if restarted.
On July 28-29, 2025, Donald Trump warned Iran that the U.S. would launch new attacks on its nuclear facilities if Tehran restarted its program, claiming the U.S. had previously destroyed Iran's nuclear potential.
Brazil removed from UN Hunger Map under Lula's leadership.
On July 28, 2025, President Lula celebrated Brazil's removal from the Hunger Map, a UN report indicating undernourishment below 2.5% of the population between 2022 and 2024, attributing the success to his policies.
UN meeting for two-state solution boycotted by U.S., Israel.
A UN meeting, co-chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, convened to promote a two-state solution for the Israeli-Palestinian conflict but was boycotted by Israel and the United States on July 28, 2025.
Drone attack in Odessa, Ukraine; air defenses activated.
On July 27, 2025, a drone attack occurred in Odessa, Ukraine, prompting beachgoers to seek shelter, with air defense units firing on approaching drones.
UN: 8.2% of world population faced hunger in 2024.
A UN report released on July 28, 2025, indicated that approximately 673 million people (8.2% of the world's population) faced hunger in 2024, with the number of hungry people globally falling for a third straight year.
France, Saudi Arabia push two-state solution at UN conference.
France, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan participated in a UN conference to promote a peaceful settlement and the two-state solution, with France planning to formally recognize the State of Palestine in September.
Luanda taxi strike over fuel prices turns violent; deaths reported.
On July 28, 2025, a taxi strike in Luanda, protesting a 47% fuel price increase, turned violent, leading to looting and clashes with police, resulting in at least three deaths.
PA calls on Hamas to cede Gaza control, seeks Israeli withdrawal.
Palestinian Authority leader Mohammad Mustafa stated on July 28, 2025, that the PA is the sole legitimate authority for Gaza and called on Hamas to cede control and relinquish its weapons, urging a complete Israeli withdrawal.
Intense fighting in Ukraine; 311 aerial weapons disabled.
On July 28, 2025, the Ukrainian General Staff reported 90 combat clashes, with the Pokrovsk front seeing the most intense fighting, while the Air Force reported 331 Russian attacks overnight, disabling 311 aerial weapons.
UK considers recognizing Palestine amid Gaza famine pressure.
On July 28, 2025, UK officials are considering recognizing Palestine due to public outrage over Gaza's famine and pressure on PM Keir Starmer, with over 250 MPs urging recognition.
U.S. calls UN two-state conference a 'publicity stunt'.
On July 28 and 29, 2025, the U.S. criticized a Saudi-French UN conference on the two-state solution in the Middle East, calling it a 'publicity stunt' and boycotted it.
UN urges Australia to increase climate action for COP31 bid.
On July 28, 2025, UN climate chief Simon Stiell urged Australia to adopt more ambitious climate action, warning of potential economic losses if it does not rapidly increase efforts to transition to green energy.
Trump and von der Leyen meet in Washington.
On July 28, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met in Washington to resolve several issues.
Health Matters
Kennedy Jr. to reform 'broken' vaccine injury compensation program.
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