Dutch and German intelligence report Russia's use of chloropicrin chemical weapons via drones in Ukraine, causing at least three deaths and 2,500 injuries, violating international conventions as of mid-2025.

In early July 2025, the US halted some military aid to Ukraine due to low stockpiles, coinciding with North Korea sending up to 30,000 troops to support Russia. NATO and Ukraine expressed concern, while diplomatic talks on defense support continue.

North Korea plans to send 25,000-30,000 soldiers to aid Russia in Ukraine, tripling its contingent, with about 4,000 casualties reported. This intensifies the international dimension of the Ukraine conflict in July 2025.

On July 3-4, 2025, President Trump signed a tax cut law extending 2017 provisions, increasing defense spending, cutting social programs, and reducing clean energy credits, projected to add $3.3 trillion to the deficit.

On July 3, 2025, Sean 'Diddy' Combs was found guilty of transporting individuals for prostitution but acquitted of sex trafficking and racketeering in a New York federal trial.

Following antisemitic chants at Glastonbury on June 28, 2025, the BBC announced on July 3 it will no longer air high-risk live music performances and apologized for the incident.

In early July 2025, US added 147,000 jobs in June, lifting stocks to record highs, while Trump called for Fed Chair Powell's resignation over interest rate policies.

On July 3-4, 2025, Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin held phone talks about the Ukraine conflict, with Trump expressing disappointment over no ceasefire progress. Discussions included Russia's war goals, Middle East issues, and potential cooperation in energy and space.

In early July 2025, Ukrainian drone strikes killed Russian naval deputy commander Gudkov and hit ammunition depots, while Russian attacks caused civilian casualties in Poltava and Odessa. Explosions disrupted Russian supply lines amid ongoing conflict.

On July 3, 2025, Putin and Trump discussed Ukraine, Middle East crises, and cooperation in space and energy, amid ongoing conflict and diplomatic efforts.

In July 2025, the UK High Court ordered an investigation into MI5's provision of false evidence, citing serious procedural failings and prompting an apology from MI5's director-general.

On July 3, 2025, Ukrainian President Zelensky attended the Danish EU presidency takeover in Aarhus, urging strong EU decisions and cooperation to support Ukraine.

In late June 2025, Paramount Global settled Donald Trump's lawsuit against '60 Minutes' for $16 million, covering legal fees related to an interview with Kamala Harris.

In July 2025, a CIA review and report challenged procedural aspects of 2016 election interference findings but reaffirmed Russia's involvement, aligning with prior intelligence.

On July 4, 2025, Russia launched a massive drone and missile attack on Kyiv, injuring at least 23 people and damaging infrastructure amid ongoing war tensions. The attack followed a phone call between US President Trump and Russian President Putin, highlighting escalating conflict dynamics.

On July 4, 2025, a gas station explosion in eastern Rome injured at least twelve people, including emergency responders, prompting citywide alerts and evacuation appeals.