The Strait of Hormuz has once again become the focal point of the US-Iran confrontation after Tehran declared the strategic waterway closed following fresh American strikes.

Iran says Hormuz is shut: What happens next?

From shipping and oil to military action and diplomacy, the key developments to watch now

62 countries: Visa-free entry to Germany

Full list of visa-free entry to citizens of 62 countries in 2026: Yours included?

Travelers from 62 countries may visit Germany visa-free for short-term stays but must comply with the 90-day limit within any 180-day period.

Wildfire kills 12 in Spain expat community, 23 missing

Foreign residents among dead as Almeria blaze becomes one of Spain’s worst

Firefighters of the Infoca (Andalusia Wildfire Service) monitor a fire in the area of a wildfire that killed 11 near Bedar, in Los Gallardos district, in Almeria Province, on July 10, 2026.

Charles meets Harry, Meghan and grandchildren at last

Archie and Lilibet join private family gathering as reconciliation efforts gather pace

Britain's Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and his wife Meghan hold their baby son Archie, September 25, 2019.

UK court backs carmakers in latest dieselgate ruling

Mercedes, Ford and others avoid most claims as legal fight over emissions continues

The High Court in London.

Bayeux tapestry arrives in London in covert operation

Hushed-up operation was result of negotiations to ensure integrity of 1,000-yr-old artwork

Workers unload a box that contains the Bayeux Tapestry out of a truck at the British Museum in London, Friday, July 10, 2026.

Who is Count Binface — fighting against Nigel Farage?

Britain’s satirical candidate has become Farage’s unlikely rival in a bizarre by-election

Independent candidate Count Binface speaks to a journalist as he arrives for the vote count in Britain's general election at the Richmond and Northallerton count center in Northallerton, England, Friday July 5, 2024.

Spain wildfire death toll rises to 12

Victims found in vehicles as Bedar inferno sparks unprecedented tragedy

A view of a fire burning in Pinofranqueado, Spain in this screen grab taken from a handout video.

A revolver and bullets: Erdogan's gift to NATO leaders

Several revolvers, including those belonging to Starmer, have for now remained in Ankara

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer (L) and Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan sign a defense partnership agreement on the sidelines of the NATO Summit at Bestepe Presidential Compound in Ankara, on July 8, 2026.

EU moves closer to barring kids off social media

EU says all options are on the table, from a blanket ban to restrictions on services

The EU says it will do more to protect children online - not just on social media.

Bayeux tapestry to arrive in London in secret operation

This is the first time the tapestry will be transported to and displayed in the UK

Mia Hansson poses with a large replica of the Bayeux Tapestry, which has been recreated step by step by the former teacher, at a hall in Wisbech, eastern England on July 1, 2026.

EU warns airlines over Iran, Iraq airspace risks

EASA warns of ‘imminent threats’ in Iranian skies amid fragile ceasefire

Travellers look at a flight information board at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in Arlington, Virginia.

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