Texas Flood Tragedy: Death Toll Rises to 78, Including 28 Children
KERRVILLE, TEXAS – July 7, 2025:The death toll from devastating floods in Texas rose to 78 on Sunday, including 28 children, as emergency responders raced against time to find dozens still missing, particularly from a summer camp hit by the disaster. Kerr County
US-Colombia relations deteriorate, ambassadors recalled
The United States and Colombia have recalled their ambassadors due to diplomatic tensions. According to the news agency, relations in Colombia deteriorated over an alleged conspiracy against President Petro, after which both countries recalled their ambassadors. The US State Department says that it
Secretary Rubio’s Call with NATO Secretary General Rutte
According to the US State Department:Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte today. Both leaders discussed the recent NATO Summit at The Hague, specifically highlighting Allies’ historic commitment to increasing defense spending to 5 percent of GDP. Additionally, the Secretary
Iran’s termination of cooperation with international agency regrettable: US
Washington: US State Department spokesperson Timmy Bruce said that Iran’s termination of cooperation with the international agency is regrettable. US State Department spokesperson Timmy Bruce, while holding a press conference, said that Iran must cooperate with the international agency regarding uranium enrichment. Iran
Secretary Rubio’s Call with Mexican Foreign Secretary de la Fuente
According to the US State Department: Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Mexican Foreign Secretary Juan Ramón de la Fuente to reaffirm the importance of U.S.-Mexico security cooperation as key pillar of regional stability. The Secretaries reaffirmed their mutual commitment to working
Secretary Rubio’s Call with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud
According to the US State Department:Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud. The Secretary and the Foreign Minister discussed Iran, Syria, Gaza, and Sudan, among other issues.
Republican-led US Senate approves divisive Trump spending bill
The Republican-led US Senate approved President Donald Trump’s mammoth domestic policy bill on Tuesday by the narrowest of margins, despite misgivings over delivering deep welfare cuts and another $3 trillion in national debt. Republican leaders had struggled to corral support during a record 24-hour “vote-a-rama”
Happy Somalia National Day
According to the US State Department:On behalf of the United States of America, I congratulate the people and Government of Somalia on your 65th National Day. The United States looks forward to strengthening our shared bonds as we work together on economic growth
Happy Rwanda National Day
According to the US State Department:On behalf of the United States of America, I extend best wishes to the Rwandan people on the 63rd anniversary of your independence on July 1 and the 31st anniversary of Liberation Day on July 4. We look
Pakistan Urges UN Action to Stop Israeli Atrocities in Gaza
UNITED NATIONS / ISLAMABAD —Pakistan has called on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) to take urgent and decisive action to halt Israel’s military aggression in Gaza and the West Bank, warning that the humanitarian catastrophe unfolding in the region cannot be ignored
