In July 2025, the UN warned of a starvation crisis in Gaza, with hospitals reporting more malnourished children after a four-month siege by Israel. Over 115 deaths from starvation have been reported, and a third of Palestinians are reportedly going days without food.

Texas lawmakers held a hearing on deadly floods that killed at least 135 people, the World Central Kitchen stopped providing hot meals in Gaza, Bryan Kohberger is set to be sentenced, and Ozzy Osbourne died at 76.

BBC, AP, Reuters, and France Presse, along with other international media outlets, have urged Israel to allow journalists access to Gaza, citing concerns about food shortages and dramatic conditions.

On July 23-24, 2025, Ukraine and Russia exchanged attacks following failed peace talks, with a Ukrainian drone strike hitting Sochi, Russia, and Russia targeting Odesa with drone strikes. One person was killed in Sochi and at least one in Odesa.

The U.S. and Japan finalized a $550 billion trade deal in July 2025, with Japan investing in U.S. industries and 90% of profits going to the U.S.

On July 24/25, 2025, the FCC approved Skydance's $8 billion acquisition of Paramount Global, including CBS, Paramount Pictures, and Nickelodeon, with David Ellison of Skydance set to lead the combined company as CEO.

Russia plans to ban gasoline exports starting August 1, 2025, for one or two months due to rising domestic prices, with the Ai-95 grade reaching an all-time high of 76,293 roubles ($962.69) per metric ton.

South Africa is auctioning mansions seized from the Gupta brothers on July 24, 2025, valued at 64 million rand, to settle creditor claims after the Gupta-linked company entered bankruptcy protection in 2018.

The India-UK FTA, signed in July 2025, is called a 'historic moment' by Sunil Bharti Mittal, benefiting farmers, artisans, MSMEs, and professionals by allowing UK access to Indian industries and facilitating Indian professionals working in the UK.

Pinnacle Financial (PNFP) and Synovus Financial (SNV) announced an all-stock merger valued at $8.6 billion, expected to close in the first quarter of 2026, aiming to create a regional bank focused on the Southeast.

On July 22-23, 2025, US stock markets rose, with the S&P 500 hitting all-time highs on reports of progress toward a trade deal with the EU that would set a 15% tariff for most products.

On July 24, 2025, European stocks rose amid trade negotiations and central bank decisions, with the STOXX 600 index gaining 0.24% and bank stocks surging to a 2008 high.

Volkswagen's operating profit fell by a third in the first half of 2025, with a margin of 4.2%, and tariffs costing Volkswagen 1.3 billion euros ($1.5 billion) in the first six months, leading to a 33% decline in operating profit to €6.7 billion.

US President Trump criticized Fed Chair Powell for not cutting interest rates and called for his resignation, while experts predict the Fed will hold rates steady at 4.25%-4.50% in July.

NSW MP Gareth Ward was convicted of sexually abusing two men, including incidents in 2013 and 2015. Ward resigned from the ministry and Liberal Party in May 2021 and faces an uncertain future in parliament.

President Zelenskyy requested financial assistance from European countries to improve the salaries of Ukrainian soldiers and for defense production, including drones. Ukraine needs $25 billion annually for defense production, leading to a $65 billion fiscal deficit next year.

Christina Chapman, 50, from Arizona, was sentenced to 102 months in federal prison for aiding North Korean IT workers in obtaining remote jobs at over 300 American companies from 2020 to 2023, generating $17 million.

President Zelenskyy reported that Ukrainian forces are holding back Russia's summer offensive and is seeking 10 U.S.-made Patriot air defense systems, costing over $1 billion each, and a license to manufacture them.

On July 25, 2025, President Zelenskyy announced an agreement with former US President Donald Trump for the sale of Ukrainian drones to the United States, estimated to be worth between $10 and $30 billion, and that Ukraine has secured three US-made Patriot air defense systems.

On July 25, 2025, Iranian diplomats met with representatives from France, Britain, and Germany in Istanbul to resume nuclear talks, addressing uranium enrichment and cooperation with the UN nuclear watchdog, with the E3 threatening to reinstate UN sanctions.

On July 24, 2025, the Netherlands, along with 40 other OSCE member states, initiated a special mechanism to investigate the alleged torture and mistreatment of Ukrainian prisoners of war by Russia.

On July 24, 2025, Ukrainian President Zelensky announced a new anti-corruption bill to ensure the independence of anti-corruption agencies, following protests and EU pressure, with Poland and the EU urging continued efforts against corruption.

On July 23, 2025, the EU announced its 18th round of sanctions against Russia, aiming to cut off remaining Russian energy imports and lower the price cap on Russian oil, and increased air defenses for Ukraine.

On July 24, 2025, the Kremlin announced its intention to create “buffer zones” in Ukraine following failed peace talks, with prisoner exchanges continuing and Russian forces launching attacks resulting in casualties in both Ukraine and Russia.

On July 24-25, 2025, the U.S. government announced actions to disrupt North Korea's illicit revenue generation, focusing on blocking the illegal employment of North Korean IT personnel overseas and offering up to $15 million for information on seven North Koreans.

Protests have erupted in Togo's capital, Lomé, over a new constitution that allows long-time leader Faure Gnassingbé to become prime minister, effectively cementing his grip on power, with at least five demonstrators killed.

French President Macron and German Chancellor Merz tasked their defense ministers to assess future cooperation on the SCAF fighter jet project, launched in 2017, which seeks to develop a 2040 fighter jet.

The World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) was held in Shanghai in July 2025, showcasing China's AI technology, with China aiming to become the global AI leader by 2030 and planning to grow the AI industry to $100 billion.

STMicroelectronics is acquiring NXP Semiconductors' MEMS sensor business for up to $950 million, announced on July 25, 2025, which will expand STMicro’s Mems sensor portfolio and is expected to close in the first half of 2026.