A comprehensive report on the most prominent political, security, and sports events around the world
1. Cambodia Demands Ceasefire with Thailand in a Closed Session of the Security Council
Cambodia called for an immediate ceasefire in its conflict with Thailand during a closed session of the United Nations Security Council. Cambodia's Permanent Representative to the United Nations confirmed that Council members urged both sides to exercise "restraint," without revealing further details about the terms of the truce or Thailand's official response.
2. Terrorist Attack Targets Judicial Building in Iran: At Least 8 Dead
Iranian judicial authorities announced that at least eight people were killed and dozens wounded in an armed attack on a court building in one of the country's provinces. No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack, and security services are intensifying their investigations to track down the perpetrators.
3. Massacre in Nigeria: 14 Killed in Market Attack
At least 14 civilians were killed in an attack on a crowded market in Benue State, central Nigeria. Initial reports indicate that the attack was carried out by armed groups involved in recurring ethnic and agricultural conflicts in the region.
4. Hungary hopes to resolve the Ukrainian conflict within Trump's deadline
Hungarian Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto told Russia's RIA Novosti news agency that his country hopes to resolve the Ukrainian conflict within the "50 days" mentioned by former US President Donald Trump in previous statements. This came in the context of his comment on recent diplomatic developments.
5. Russia announces downing 54 Ukrainian drones in one night
The Russian Defense Ministry reported that its air defense systems intercepted and destroyed 54 Ukrainian drones in airstrikes overnight. The operation was described as a "successful response" to attempts to violate Russian airspace, marking a new escalation of the drone war between the two countries.
6. India launches modern Rudra military brigades as part of a comprehensive development plan.
Indian Army Chief of Staff General Upendra Dwivedi revealed the formation of integrated military units called Rudra, comprising infantry, armored vehicles, artillery units, special forces, and drones. This step comes as part of the army's modernization to address complex security challenges, with drone squadrons integrated into each infantry battalion.
7. Azerbaijan threatens to sue Russia internationally over the crash of an Imperial passenger plane.
Hikmat Hajiyev, Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan for Foreign Affairs, announced that Baku expects Moscow to "acknowledge responsibility" for the crash of an Embraer E190 aircraft belonging to Azerbaijan Airlines in December 2024 near Aktau, Kazakhstan. He confirmed that the crash occurred "in Russian airspace" and threatened to file an international lawsuit if their demands are not met.
8. The Polish Premier League kicks off its 100th season with record attendance
The opening round of the Polish Premier League (Ekstraklasa) saw a large attendance of 146,819, with an average of 16,313 fans per match, a 28.8% increase compared to previous seasons. Lech Poznań, the defending champions, topped the league, while the 5-1 victory over Radomiak Pogon saw the highest scoring match.
9. 8 killed in unlicensed mine collapse in South Africa
Local security sources reported that at least eight workers were killed in the collapse of an unlicensed gold mine in Gauteng, South Africa. Rescue teams are working to recover the bodies amid warnings of the dangers of illegal operation of small-scale mines.
10. The first round of the Mobile Legends Mid-Season Cup 2025 concludes.
The first round of the Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Mid-Season Cup 2025 concluded with Team Liquid PH, Mythic SEAL, Team Spirit, and RRQ Hoshi qualifying for the knockout round. The competition continues until July 27, with the participation of 16 teams from Asia and Europe.
These were the most prominent political, security, and sporting events around the world on Saturday, July 26, 2025.