The United Nations says Secretary-General António Guterres is urging Thailand and Cambodia to exercise maximum restraint after reports of armed clashes along their border. The warning comes as fighting has already killed at least two civilians, and Thai F-16 jets have struck targets in Cambodia, according to a later report. The border dispute is now drawing urgent international attention as both sides face pressure to stop the escalation and return to dialogue.[1][5]
French President Emmanuel Macron said France will officially recognize the State of Palestine at the upcoming UN General Assembly in September. He called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, the release of hostages, and massive humanitarian aid.[1]
READ FULL STORY ›A powerful explosion near Maarrat Misrin in northwestern Idlib killed at least 12 people, including a woman and a child, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights. The blast is believed to have come from a weapons depot, and further ammunition detonations complicated rescue efforts.[1]
READ FULL STORY ›President Donald Trump visited the Federal Reserve headquarters in Washington and repeated his call for lower interest rates. He said high rates are making housing unaffordable for many Americans.[1][2]
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