Globe at a glance: From UN evacuating seafarers in Persian Gulf to Rubio rejecting Hormuz tolls
Your window to world news: Fresh strains in US-Iran peace talks and a Senate move to curb Donald Trump's war powers to North Korea's naval ambitions, a UN evacuation mission in the Persian Gulf, and extreme weather and transport disruptions across Europe — here are the top global developments to watch today
Hormuz talks: US Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected any Iranian tolls on the Strait of Hormuz as Washington and Tehran entered a 60-day negotiation period. Disputes over the waterway, missile restrictions and nuclear inspections exposed growing tensions despite a preliminary agreement to end the war.
UN to evacuate seafarers: The United Nations' maritime agency said it will evacuate more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Persian Gulf since the US-Iran war disrupted shipping. The operation will be coordinated with Iran, Oman and the United States after security guarantees were secured.
North Korea naval expansion: North Korean leader Kim Jong Un said the country is moving ahead with plans to equip its navy with nuclear weapons and build 10,000-ton warships. He pledged annual construction of larger vessels, citing rising military tensions with the US and South Korea.
More from WorldTrump's Iran powers curbed: The US Senate voted 50-48 to approve a War Powers resolution directing President Donald Trump to halt military operations against Iran unless authorized by Congress. The measure, backed by four Republicans, marks the first successful congressional challenge to the conflict since February.
Iran won't discuss missiles: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran will never negotiate over its missile programme, arguing the weapons deterred the US and Israel from "razing" Iran. His remarks highlighted a key sticking point as Washington and Tehran pursue a broader peace agreement.
France heatwave: A record-breaking heatwave in France forced early closures at major Paris attractions, including the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. Tourists reported disrupted travel plans and difficult conditions as authorities issued warnings and several sites curtailed operations amid extreme temperatures.
Train services in Germany halted: Rail services across Germany were temporarily suspended after a nationwide failure in the GSM-R railway communication system, which links train drivers and control centres. Operator Deutsche Bahn later restored operations, though delays and disruptions were expected to continue.
The big number: India's private sector growth slowed to a three-month low in June as weaker demand weighed on manufacturing and services activity. The HSBC Flash Composite PMI fell to 57.4 from 59.3 in May, while business confidence dropped to a six-month low.
Quote of the day: "It's an international waterway. No country is allowed to charge tolls or fees on an international waterway."
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio referring to the Strait of Hormuz
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