THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 213 • Updated Saturday, August 1, 2026 at 09:54 AM UTC

Trump threatens more strikes on Iran as U.S. pushes to reopen Strait of Hormuz

President Trump has threatened additional strikes on Iran as the U.S. works to reopen the strategic waterway, raising tensions in the region.

Sources: AP News


Ceuta border crisis: Death toll rises to 67 as Spain installs barrier

The death toll from the Spain-Morocco border crisis in Ceuta has reached 67. Spain is installing a 500-meter containment barrier along the breakwater fence to manage the influx of migrants.

Sources: AP News


FIFA abandons World Cup sell-off plan after global backlash

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has abandoned his divisive plan to sell World Cup profits to private equity after widespread opposition from the soccer community.

Sources: AP News


Trump administration ends Medicare drug subsidy program

The Trump administration is ending a Medicare drug subsidy program, potentially affecting costs for beneficiaries.

Sources: AP News


Hamas says it will disarm if Israel halts strikes and withdraws from Gaza

Hamas has indicated willingness to disarm under conditions of a ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal, but significant obstacles remain.

Sources: AP News


Russia hits Kyiv with missiles and drones, killing at least 9

A Russian missile and drone attack on Ukraine's capital Kyiv has resulted in at least nine deaths.

Sources: AP News


Jared Leto denies sexual assault allegations from BBC documentary

Actor Jared Leto has denied allegations of sexual misconduct made by four women when they were teenagers, stating he has never sexually assaulted anyone.

Sources: AP News


Colin Gray sentenced to 15 years for giving son gun used in Georgia school shooting

Colin Gray, who provided the gun used in a Georgia school shooting, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison.

Sources: AP News


Wildfires in Europe and North America more extreme due to climate change, scientists say

Human-caused climate change has made wildfires in Spain and France significantly more likely, according to scientists.

Sources: AP News


Oprah Winfrey to close South African girls' school next year

Oprah Winfrey announced she will close her school for girls in South Africa next year.

Sources: AP News