THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 212 • Updated Friday, July 31, 2026 at 06:40 AM UTC

Spain deploys military to Ceuta after migrant border breach

Spain is deploying its military to restore order at its border with Morocco in Ceuta after thousands of migrants entered the Spanish territory.

Sources: AP News


US and Iran trade missile barrages as conflict continues

The US and Iran exchanged missile strikes, dimming hopes for a quick resolution to the five-month conflict.

Sources: AP News


European nations threaten FIFA World Cup boycott over Infantino plan

Several European countries have vowed to boycott the FIFA World Cup if Gianni Infantino's private equity plan proceeds, as opposition grows.

Sources: AP News


Trump announces deal for Hamas to disarm in Gaza

President Trump says a deal has been reached for Hamas to disarm and Israel to withdraw from Gaza, but hurdles remain.

Sources: AP News


Fauci invokes Fifth Amendment in Senate COVID hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked the Fifth Amendment during a contentious Senate committee hearing on COVID-19.

Sources: AP News


South Korea's Kospi jumps 16% on AI stock surge

South Korea's Kospi index jumped more than 16% as AI-related stocks rebounded after earlier losses.

Sources: AP News


Ebola outbreak in Congo death toll passes 1,500

Congo says the death toll in the fastest-growing Ebola outbreak has exceeded 1,500, worsening hunger in the region.

Sources: AP News


Russian strikes kill 10 in Ukraine, NATO jets scramble

Russian strikes across Ukraine killed at least 10 people, and NATO scrambled jets after a missile fell in Poland.

Sources: AP News


Amazon boosts AI spending by $20 billion after strong Q2

Amazon announced it will increase spending on AI and technology by $20 billion following strong second-quarter results.

Sources: AP News


Betye Saar, artist reflecting Black identity, dies at 99

Artist Betye Saar, known for works exploring Black identity, has died at age 99.

Sources: AP News