Globe at a glance: From Indian killed aboard missile-hit tanker to Hungary ousting its president

Hormuz tanker attack: Two Iranian cruise missiles struck the Mombasa and Al Bahiyah tankers in Omani waters near the Strait of Hormuz, killing one Indian crew member, injuring eight others, including four seriously, and causing fires and material damage aboard both vessels there.

Mojtaba Khamenei '90% gone': Donald Trump claimed Iranian leader candidate Mojtaba Khamenei is "90% gone" amid escalating US-Iran conflict. Rumors circulate about the supreme leader's son being incapacitated, though official verification remains elusive as geopolitical tensions continue to intensify.

Saudi intercepts Houthi missiles: Saudi Arabia intercepted multiple Houthi ballistic missiles fired toward its southern territory. The attack poses a severe threat to a years-long fragile truce, raising concerns over a potential resurgence of full-scale conflict between the warring factions.

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Deadly Maine immigration encounter: A confrontation with US immigration agents in Maine left one person dead. The incident occurred during an enforcement operation, prompting investigations by federal and local authorities into the specific circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting.

Anti-ballistic missile coalition: Ukraine and its international allies have formed a dedicated coalition to counter Russia's ballistic missile threat. The alliance aims to streamline air defense supplies, share intelligence, and co-develop strategies to protect Ukrainian infrastructure.

UN opposes Hormuz shipping fees: The UN shipping agency strongly opposed imposing transit fees on international straits. The statement follows Donald Trump’s proposal to charge vessels navigating the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global choke point for oil transportation.

Hungary ousts president: Hungary's parliament passed a law to remove the president, marking a major power shift driven by Péter Magyar’s opposition movement. The legislative shake-up intensifies political friction and challenges Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's long-standing administration.

Engineer convicted of Iran export: An Iranian-born engineer was convicted in a US court for illegally exporting sensitive technology to Iran. Prosecutors proved the defendant violated trade sanctions by smuggling restricted hardware with potential military applications to Tehran.

Ukraine to build French missiles: President Emmanuel Macron announced that Ukraine will begin domestic production of French-designed missiles and has ordered advanced warplanes. The agreement marks a deeper strategic shift toward long-term defense manufacturing cooperation between the two nations.

The big number: Half of India's states and Union Territories recorded retail inflation above the Reserve Bank of India's 4 per cent target in June, even as national inflation remained below the threshold. Telangana recorded the highest inflation, followed by Kerala and Chhattisgarh, highlighting sharp differences in price rise across regions.

Quote of the day: "I want to be reimbursed because we are protecting a very rich portion of the world. We are spending money. We will be reimbursed by the countries we are helping, like the five countries. You have Saudi Arabia, you have the UAE, you have Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, and others."

- US President Donald Trump on Iran war

This day in history: On this day in 1965, Nasa's Mariner 4 spacecraft completed the first successful flyby of Mars. It transmitted 21 close-up photographs back to Earth, providing humanity with its very first look at the cratered, alien surface of another planet.