Starmer dismisses calls to axe Trump state visit

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is exploring alternatives to ceasefire talks with Hamas after the US and Israel recalled their negotiating teams, while Hamas claims negotiations will resume next week. Meanwhile, leaders from Britain, France, and Germany are urging Israel to allow humanitarian aid into Gaza, with France formally recognizing a Palestinian state, despite opposition from Israel and the US. Want More Context? 🔎

A phenomenon known as "corn sweat," resulting from evapotranspiration, may worsen the extreme heat affecting much of the U.S. during summer. As corn and soybean crops release moisture into the atmosphere, they can increase local humidity, making high temperatures feel even more dangerous, especially in the Midwest's Corn Belt, where heat alerts are in effect. Want More Context? 🔎

US President Donald Trump deflected questions about pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell, emphasizing instead that attention should be directed towards Bill Clinton, who reportedly visited Epstein's island multiple times. Amid ongoing scrutiny of Epstein's connections, Trump faces pressure to address the issue as the Justice Department investigates Maxwell, following mixed messages regarding the existence of an alleged client list. Want More Context? 🔎

Liam Lawson will start 11th in the Formula One Belgium sprint race, narrowly missing the top 10 by just 0.041 seconds, following the second session of sprint qualifying. The Kiwi driver expressed frustration, noting that despite a fast car, minor issues in the last chicane and changing wind conditions affected his performance. Want More Context? 🔎

Thailand has imposed martial law in eight districts due to violent clashes with Cambodia, resulting in at least 16 deaths and the displacement of over 130,000 civilians since the conflict began on Thursday over a territorial dispute. Al Jazeera's Tony Cheng reports from northeast Thailand on the escalating situation. Want More Context? 🔎

The treason trial of former Democratic Republic of Congo President Joseph Kabila has commenced in Kinshasa, where he faces charges including murder and rape for allegedly supporting M23 rebels; he denies all accusations and is being tried in absentia. Kabila's immunity was stripped by fellow senators to facilitate prosecution, with accusations of conspiring with Rwanda to destabilize the current government led by President Félix Tshisekedi. Want More Context? 🔎