Newsroom Briefing | July 11th, 2025
- Olga Nesterova
- Jul 11
- 17 min read
Judge Blocks Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Order
A federal judge in New Hampshire issued a ruling yesterday blocking Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship for some children. The judge granted the plaintiffs class action status, which allowed a new order blocking the policy. A Supreme Court ruling two weeks ago had narrowed the power of lower courts on nationwide injunctions, which previously prevented the administration from acting while legal battles played out; the judge said “class action is different.
Germany Offers to Pay for 10 US-Made Patriot Systems for Ukraine
Germany is ready to pay for 10 US-made Patriot systems for Ukraine, along with missiles for them — Zelenskyy
Now pls help us understand what happened to the 30 Patriots allocated by Biden admin that arrived in Poland?
UK PM Starmer to Meet Trump During Anticipated Scotland Visit
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accepted an invitation to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Scotland later this month. Exact details and the date are still being finalized, according to a source familiar with the plans. Scottish police confirmed they are preparing for a possible visit by Trump, which would mark his first trip to Britain since last year’s U.S. election.
ASEAN
As promised, Rubio did meet with Russian FM Lavrov. There was no readout provided.
Rubio on Ukraine: "This is not a war that started under President Trump... He deserves credit for having phone calls with leaders of both countries."
Rubio shared that the president would look into the bill sanctioning Russia.
On that bill: reportedly, Trump is demanding to have sole control over the sanctions, the timing and approach. He wants to decide when to implement what without congressional approval. That’s his demand to agree to “greenlight” this bill.
Meanwhile, Kellogg, who was meeting with Zelenskyy in Rome, apparently needed half a year to come to this conclusion as the “expert advisor on Russia”: Ukraine agreed to ceasefire, but Russia kept lying all along.
What else is happening at the ASEAN Regional Forum?
Rubio is attending the East Asia Summit and ASEAN Regional Forum with leaders from Japan, China, Russia, Australia, India, the EU, and more.
The visit to Malaysia aims to renew U.S. diplomatic focus on the Indo-Pacific, beyond the Middle East and Europe.
On Friday, he held his first in-person meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
Analysts say Rubio argued the U.S. is a better partner than China, as the two countries face escalating trade tensions.
China faces possible reinstated U.S. tariffs exceeding 100% if no deal is reached by August 12.
Trump has also threatened an additional 10% tariff on countries aligned with BRICS, which now includes Indonesia and Iran.
Rubio said he would likely raise U.S. concerns over China’s support for Russia’s war in Ukraine during his meeting with Wang.
Meanwhile, Trump claimed the U.S. has a “really good relationship” with China and praised recent trade negotiations.
Rubio is also set to meet with Japan’s foreign minister and South Korea’s deputy foreign minister, shortly after the U.S. announced 25% tariffs on both allies effective August 1.
Coalition of the Willing Agrees on Expanded Military, Economic, and Peacekeeping Support for Ukraine
While in Rome, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joined a virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing, a growing group of Ukraine’s international partners focused on supporting the country’s defense and sovereignty.
The meeting on July 10 was co-organized by UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron, and included participation from 32 leaders and international representatives. Notably, this session marked the first time U.S. officials—General Keith Kellogg and Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal—joined the coalition’s deliberations.
The Coalition of the Willing, which convened its inaugural summit of 31 nations in Paris on March 27, aims to define long-term security commitments and build the foundation for a future peacekeeping and reassurance force in Ukraine. The July 10 meeting focused on finalizing command structures for this proposed Multinational Force Ukraine, to be deployed once hostilities cease.
The coalition released a detailed communique outlining new commitments and strategic goals. Below are the key agreements:
Support for Ukraine’s Sovereignty
Reaffirmed unwavering support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.
Condemnation of Russia’s Actions
Denounced Russia’s invasion as a violation of the UN Charter. Called on Moscow to cease attacks on civilians and agree to a full, unconditional ceasefire.
Peace Talks and Mediation
Endorsed renewed peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia. Supported U.S.-backed peace efforts led by President Donald Trump.
Sanctions and Economic Pressure
Committed to increasing pressure on Russia’s war economy. Agreed to new measures targeting Russia’s energy and financial sectors, including oil and gas exports, the use of shadow fleets, and third-party military suppliers.
Military Support
Pledged €40 billion in military aid to Ukraine for 2025, matching NATO's 2024 commitments. Prioritized strengthening Ukraine’s air-defense and drone interception capabilities. Reaffirmed coordination through the Ukraine Defence Contact Group, NSATU, and Capability Coalitions.
Future Security Planning
Supported detailed planning for the Multinational Force Ukraine, to help secure Ukraine’s skies, seas, and postwar military regeneration. Welcomed the creation of a UK/French-led operational headquarters to lead planning efforts. Backed Ukraine’s readiness to issue formal invitations and enter into agreements with contributing nations.
Economic and Fiscal Assistance
Agreed to draft a collective financial support plan for 2026 to ensure Ukraine’s economic stability. Reaffirmed support for demining the Black Sea and restoring safe navigation to boost Ukraine’s exports and global food security.
Accountability and Reparations
Committed to exploring lawful avenues to make Russia pay for damages, including utilizing proceeds from immobilized Russian sovereign assets.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney also joined the meeting and signed the communique, confirming Canada’s ongoing support for Ukraine’s defense and recovery.
The coalition’s next steps will involve operationalizing the reassurance force, intensifying sanctions enforcement, and ensuring coordinated delivery of military and financial assistance through 2025 and beyond.
NEW AID?
For the first time since returning to office, U.S. President Donald Trump will allegedly authorize sending weapons to Kyiv using the Presidential Drawdown Authority, a power frequently employed by his predecessor, signaling a potential shift in his administration's approach to defending Ukraine.
Sources familiar with the decision, who spoke to Reuters on July 10, indicated that Trump's team will identify arms from U.S. stockpiles to be sent to Ukraine, more than three years after Russia's full-scale invasion. One source suggested the value of this aid package could be around $300 million.
Few thoughts
Did Trump hold back what Biden allocated, only to partially reassign it using Presidential Authority?
If the clause in the new Russia sanctions bill gives him full control over the timing and scope of sanctions, this could be his green light to lift them altogether.
Trump told NBC yesterday that he’d struck a deal with NATO to distribute weapons and that the alliance would “reimburse the full cost.”
Hegseth Memo
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth signed a memo on American drone production... “delivered via drone”.
UNICEF Condemns Killing of Civilians in Gaza
UNICEF deplores ‘unconscionable’ killing of families lining up for aid in Gaza.
Catherine Russell said she was appalled by the reported killing of 15 Palestinians, including nine children and four women, who were waiting in line for nutritional supplements provided by Project Hope, a UNICEF partner organization.
The incident occurred in Deir Al-Balah. An additional 30 people were injured, including 19 children. News reports indicate that it resulted from an Israel strike.
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NATIONAL NEWS
Cal State LA Moves Online Over ICE Activity
Cal State LA has moved classes online and allowed faculty to work remotely—not because of a storm or COVID, but because ICE is in the area.
White House Criticizes Fed Chair Powell
The White House on Thursday launched a fresh attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, with a top Trump administration official saying Powell had "grossly mismanaged" the central bank, chastising him for "running a deficit and for extensive cost overruns on building renovations".
Polestar 2 Vehicles Face U.S. Recall Query
The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Friday it had opened a recall query covering 27,816 of Sweden-based EV maker Polestar’s Polestar 2 vehicles over a loss of rear-view camera image.
Trump Tours Flood-Ravaged Texas, Highlights Role for FEMA
President Donald Trump traveled to central Texas today to survey the devastating aftermath of the July 4 flash flood that has claimed at least 120 lives, including dozens of children, and left more than 170 people missing in Kerr County and surrounding areas.
In Kerr County—symbolized as part of “flash‑flood alley”—Trump conducted an aerial tour of the flooded Guadalupe River and met with affected families, first responders, and local officials. He extended the federal disaster declaration to cover eight additional counties, ensuring access to FEMA support for recovery, temporary housing, and property damage.
Despite his earlier proposals to downsize FEMA, the administration appears to have shifted course, signaling a "rebranding effort" that emphasizes empowering states in disaster response rather than outright elimination. However, questions remain over whether cuts to the National Weather Service affected critical early-warning capabilities—prompting calls for investigations from Senate Democrats.
White House Reviews Federal Layoff Plans
The White House is scrutinizing layoff plans by federal agencies in an effort to limit further court challenges after the Supreme Court cleared the way for a sweeping downsizing of the government workforce, according to two senior White House officials with knowledge of the matter.
State Department Begins Mass Layoffs
The State Department began firing more than 1,350 U.S.-based employees on Friday as the administration of President Donald Trump presses ahead with an unprecedented overhaul of its diplomatic corps, a move critics say will undermine U.S. ability to defend and promote American interests abroad.
Markets Slide Amid U.S.-Canada Tariff Dispute
The S&P 500 and the Dow fell on Friday and were headed for a downbeat week as President Donald Trump ramped up his tariff offensive against Canada, amplifying the uncertainty swirling around U.S. trade policy.
Treasury to Report Tariff Revenue Growth
The U.S. Treasury Department on Friday will reveal the “strength of President Donald Trump's tariff revenues in its June budget data,” as collections from multiple waves of new import duties start to build into a substantial government revenue source.
Former VP Pence had a reasonable reaction to such “news,” underlining the fact that such a tariff is essentially a tax on American consumers.
Google to Discount Cloud Services for U.S. Government
Google will heavily discount cloud computing services for the United States government in a deal that could be finalized within weeks, the Financial Times reported on Friday, amid President Donald Trump’s efforts to implement sweeping measures to "minimize federal spending".
Federal Agents Clash with Protesters During Immigration Raid
Federal agents clashed with protesters during an immigration raid at a cannabis farm. Agents fired crowd control munitions; demonstrators threw objects at their vehicles.
U.S. Measles Cases Hit 33-Year High
U.S. measles cases have reached a 33-year high. A little more than halfway into 2025, the U.S. has reported 1,288 measles cases, marking the highest yearly total since 1992, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. An outbreak in Texas contributed to both the high number of cases and the first measles-related U.S. deaths in a decade, though cases have been reported in 39 states. The U.S. declared measles eliminated in 2000, but cases have been spiking as vaccination rates have waned. Of the people in the U.S. infected this year, 92% were unvaccinated or had an unknown vaccination status.
Federal Reserve Minutes Reveal Division on Rate Cuts
Minutes released by the Federal Reserve show officials have differing opinions over how many times they’ll cut rates and when they should start, even as the president has ramped up pressure for lower rates. Although some officials remained concerned that tariffs may spur inflation, the tally shows 10 committee members expect two or more cuts, two expect just one, and seven anticipate none.
Columbia Student Sues Over Detention
Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University student and pro-Palestinian activist who was detained by U.S. immigration authorities for more than 100 days, is seeking $20 million from the Trump administration over what he says was his false imprisonment and malicious prosecution.
Trump’s 50% Tariff on Brazilian Goods Could Raise Beef Prices
President Donald Trump's plan for a 50% tariff on goods from Brazil will likely raise prices for beef used in American hamburgers, traders and analysts said on Thursday, as food manufacturers increasingly rely on imports during a time of declining domestic production.
Union Calls for Reinstatement of Suspended EPA Employees
Employees of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency recently placed on leave after signing a letter critical of the Trump administration’s policies should be reinstated, said a union official in a letter to EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin on Thursday.
BUSINESS
Nvidia CEO to Meet Trump Ahead of China Visit
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang will meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, a day before the chip designer’s head plans to visit China, according to a source familiar with the matter.
WK Kellogg Nearing $3 Billion Sale to Ferrero
WK Kellogg is said to be nearing a deal to be acquired by chocolate company Ferrero for approximately $3 billion.
Court Blocks FTC’s “Click to Cancel” Rule
A federal appeals court blocked the FTC’s “click to cancel” rule, which would have forced companies to make it easier to cancel subscriptions and memberships.
OpenAI Reportedly Plans Web Browser Launch
OpenAI is reportedly preparing to launch a web browser to compete with Google Chrome. The company also closed its deal to buy former Apple designer Jony Ive’s hardware startup.
DEFENSE
Pentagon Slows Skyraider II Purchases Amid Shift to High-End Conflict
U.S. Special Operations Command is once again slowing its purchases of the new OA-1K Skyraider II multipurpose counterinsurgency plane, as the Pentagon pivots its budget to prepare for high-end conflict following two decades of wars in the Middle East.
Air Force Tightens Dress and Appearance Standards
The Air Force is once again tightening its standards for dress and appearance, banning eyelash extensions for female Airmen and setting a minimum height for combat boots.
Space Command Advances Digital Training Environment
Space Training and Readiness Command is “on a good path” to develop a digital environment where Guardians can train together across different locations against realistic threats in the next year or two, according to outgoing commander Maj. Gen. Timothy A. Sejba.
First UK E-7 Wedgetail Build Nears Completion
The build of the first UK E-7 Wedgetail Airborne Early Warning (AEW) aircraft is “nearing completion,” and the platform remains on track to “detect a range of missile threats towards” Britain once operational, despite the U.S. Air Force recently canceling its own Wedgetail effort, a UK Ministry of Defense spokesperson told Breaking Defense.
China Expands Ocean Exploration Ambitions
China has entered a new era of ocean exploration. Its top leader, Xi Jinping, has pushed to make China a maritime power—with a world-class navy, the largest deep-sea fishing fleet, and a growing interest in extracting minerals from the seabed. He wants China’s research abilities to match those ambitions.
Pentagon Buys Stake in Rare Earth Producer
Rare earth minerals are not a technology in themselves, but are crucial ingredients for complex systems worldwide, including military platforms and automobiles. Against that backdrop, the Defense Department is taking matters into its own hands, agreeing to acquire a 15 percent stake in MP Materials and become the company’s largest shareholder.
DARPA Spectrum Sharing Project Moves to Field Testing
Even as the debate over spectrum sharing between commercial industry and the Defense Department appears temporarily settled, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency plans to transition one of its spectrum sharing projects out of the lab and into the field by next year.
France Urges Rethink of Future Combat Air System Work Share
France has proposed to partners Germany and Spain to “rethink” the work share on the Future Combat Air System project to stay on schedule for a next-generation fighter to enter service from 2040 onwards, the Directorate General for Armament said.
Senate Panel Approves $500 Million for Ukraine in Defense Bill
The Senate Armed Services Committee has approved $500 million in security assistance for Ukraine as part of its draft language for the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which also restricts retirements of A-10 aircraft.
Space Force Pushes Back on Plan to Cancel TraCSS Program
The first Trump administration moved to relieve the Space Force of its burden to monitor and warn civilian space operators about potential space traffic hazards. But now, as the Commerce Department’s new Traffic Coordination System for Space (TraCSS) program nears readiness, the second Trump administration is looking to cancel it. The Space Force is pushing back.
Air Force Seeks Boost for B-52 Simulator Funding
Air Force B-52 program officials are seeking a budget increase for new simulators capable of replicating the challenging tasks crews must perform during real-world bombing missions.
Bell Textron Wins DARPA Drone Contest
Bell Textron has won DARPA’s contest for a no-runway, high-speed drone designed to prove out technologies useful for special operations forces and potentially the Air Force’s Agile Combat Employment concept. Bell’s design converts a tiltrotor to a jet-powered aircraft able to fly at up to 450 knots.
T-7 Red Hawk Completes Extreme Weather Testing
The T-7 Red Hawk next-generation jet trainer underwent a second round of extreme weather testing as the Air Force pushes to get the T-7 into production to replace the aging T-38 Talon.
House NDAA Draft Calls for Counter-Drone Defenses at U.S. Sites
The draft defense authorization bill that the House Armed Services Committee plans to mark up in the coming days would require the Pentagon to set up counter-drone defenses at several military-related facilities inside the United States.
Air Force Advances B-1B Bomber Upgrades
The U.S. Air Force is moving ahead with plans to add new external pylons to its B-1B Lancer bombers after years of experimentation. The pylons will expand the B-1’s ability to carry large and diverse payloads, with a particular focus on future hypersonic weapons.
Japan Deploys V-22 Ospreys at New Permanent Base
The Japanese army on July 9 began deploying its fleet of V-22 Ospreys at a newly opened permanent base in southwestern Japan, part of the country’s latest moves to strengthen its defense posture amid regional tensions.
Marine Corps Requests $58 Million for Collaborative Combat Aircraft Program
The Marine Corps is requesting $58 million in fiscal 2026 to support the next phase of its collaborative combat aircraft initiative, according to budget documents.
Army Scales Back Military Working Equid Program
The Army is drastically scaling back its Military Working Equid program—the service’s contingent of horses, donkeys, and mules. According to the Army, the drawdown aims “to align more resources with warfighting capability and readiness.”
GLOBAL NEWS
Trump Plans 50% Tariffs on Copper Products
President Donald Trump's plans to impose 50% tariffs on copper would include semi-finished products such as those used for power grids, the military, and data centers, Bloomberg News reported on Thursday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Bitcoin Hits All-Time High Amid Trump Policies
Bitcoin rallied to an all-time high on Friday, driven by demand from institutional investors and crypto-friendly policies from U.S. President Donald Trump's administration. The world's largest cryptocurrency rose to a peak of $116,781.10 in the Asian session on Friday, taking its gains for the year so far to more than 24%. It was last trading at $116,563.11.
Philippine President Marcos Jr. to Meet Trump in Washington
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. will meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington this month, Manila's top diplomat said on Friday. The increased U.S. trade tariff on one of Washington's top defense allies is expected to be discussed.
U.S. Urges South Korea to Counter China in Shipbuilding
The U.S. wants South Korea to join efforts to counter China's growth in shipbuilding through potential cooperation in the sector, a senior official from Seoul's trade ministry said on Friday.
U.S. General Says NATO Needs More Long-Range Missiles
NATO will need more long-range missiles in its arsenal to deter Russia from attacking Europe because Moscow is expected to increase production of such weapons, a U.S. Army general told Reuters.
Turnover at U.S. Department of Government Efficiency
At least eight core members of the U.S. Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) have left their positions in the last six months, Politico reported on Friday, citing internal records and sources familiar with the matter.
EU Braces for Possible Trump Tariff Letter
The European Union braced on Friday for a possible letter from U.S. President Donald Trump outlining planned duties on the United States' largest trade and investment partner, following a broadening of his tariff war in recent days.
Ukraine and Austria to Pursue Special Tribunal
Ukraine and Austria will step up joint efforts to launch the Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression committed by Russia against Ukraine.
Zelenskyy Discusses Air Defenses and Sanctions with U.S. Lawmakers
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he had discussed improved air defenses and intensified sanctions against Russia with two U.S. lawmakers who are backing a bill to impose tougher punitive measures against Moscow.
UK and France Announce Security and Migration Deals
During a state visit to the UK, French President Emmanuel Macron and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced two deals. The first is a nuclear security agreement that will see the allies work together to deploy weapons if Europe comes under major threat. The second is a migration deal to address English Channel crossings; as part of this pact, the UK will return some migrants to France in exchange for an equal number of migrants from France with closer ties to the UK.
Aftermath of Houthi Attack in Red Sea
Ten people were rescued from the Red Sea after the second attack in a week by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, which sank a Liberia-flagged cargo ship, according to the European Union’s maritime security mission. Twenty-five people were on board, and three were killed. The Houthis claimed the attack and released video of them launching missiles. The group also claimed it had taken some of the ship’s survivors to an undisclosed location.
U.S. Sanctions UN Official Investigating Israel
Top UN human rights officials called on the U.S. to reverse sanctions on Francesca Albanese, an independent UN official investigating Israel over its conduct in Gaza. The State Department sanctioned Albanese on Wednesday, reportedly after unsuccessfully trying to get the UN’s human rights body to remove her from her position. Last month, Albanese said the International Criminal Court should prosecute U.S. executives profiting from Israel’s war in Gaza. She decried the sanctions as “obscene” yesterday.
Trump Presses African Leaders to Accept Deported Migrants
At a three-day White House gathering, President Trump pressed the presidents of five African countries to accept deported migrants from the United States while seeking to deepen economic ties through “shifting aid to trade.” The summit did not go entirely smoothly: Trump angered Liberians after making comments about the “beautiful English” of the English-speaking country’s president.
Peru Passes Human Rights Amnesty Bill
A law granting amnesty to military and police prosecuted for human rights abuses during Peru’s 1980–2000 conflict has passed Congress and is now being considered by President Dina Boluarte. Human rights organizations say the law could overturn more than 150 convictions and affect 600 cases; lawyers for victims said they would appeal to international bodies.
Outcome of Iran Strikes
Israeli intelligence indicates that Iran could retrieve some uranium from the three nuclear sites that the U.S. and Israel attacked last month, an unnamed Israeli official told media in Washington. The official added that such retrieval attempts would likely be detected and that Israel believes Iran’s nuclear program was set back by about two years. Separately, the AP reported that Iran’s retaliatory strike on a U.S. air base in Qatar hit a dome that stored communications equipment.
CANADA UPDATE
PM Carney engages in virtual meeting supporting Ukraine — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney participated in a virtual meeting to reaffirm Canada’s backing for Ukraine amid ongoing conflict.
Foreign Minister Anita Anand heads to Indo‑Pacific — Minister of Foreign Affairs traveled to Tokyo and Kuala Lumpur, participating in the ASEAN Post Ministerial Conference + Canada summit to strengthen diplomatic and economic ties.
Municipal by-election in Brackley, PEI — A routine municipal by-election took place on Prince Edward Island.
Quebec militia plot arrests — Four individuals were arrested near Quebec City, accused of planning an anti-government militia and land takeover. Two allegedly had military ties.
Battle River–Crowfoot NDP candidate named — Katherine Swampy was announced as the NDP candidate for the upcoming August by‑election in Alberta.
Federal funding for research boosted — Vancouver-based announcement: Canada is supporting over 9,700 researchers and projects nationwide to foster innovation and economic growth.
Digital Services Tax rescinded – U.S. talks restart — Canada reversed its planned 3% digital services tax targeting U.S. tech firms. This helped resume trade negotiations.
U.S. threatens 35% tariffs on Canadian goods — President Trump announced plans for 35% tariffs effective August 1 on imports not under USMCA, citing fentanyl and trade imbalances.
NOTE: Trump repeats the same fabricated stories about Canadian tariffs, ignores the fact that Canada has appointed a dedicated Fentanyl Czar to combat smuggling across the border, just to justify a 35% tariff on Canada.
PM Carney affirms trade discussions continue — In response to Trump’s tariff threats, Mark Carney reiterated Canada’s commitment to defend workers and businesses while maintaining dialogue.
Global markets react — Financial markets—including the Canadian dollar—were unsettled following the tariff announcement.
RCMP controversy around “traditional values” — An RCMP staff sergeant’s comment that sudden embraces of “traditional values” could signal radicalization sparked backlash. The RCMP later clarified that the concern is about violence, not beliefs.
TODAY IN HISTORY
1302 – Battle of the Golden Spurs: Flemish forces defeated the French army near Kortrijk (Courtrai) in modern Belgium.
1533 – Pope Clement VII excommunicated King Henry VIII of England for annulling his marriage to Catherine of Aragon and marrying Anne Boleyn.
1804 – Duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr: U.S. Vice President Aaron Burr fatally wounded former Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton in Weehawken, New Jersey. Hamilton died the next day.
1893 – Kokichi Mikimoto successfully created the first cultured pearl in Japan.
1921 – Former President William Howard Taft was sworn in as Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court, the only person to have held both offices.
1940 – World War II: The Battle of Britain began as the Luftwaffe started attacks on southern England.
1960 – To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee was published in the United States.
1979 – Skylab, America’s first space station, re-entered Earth’s atmosphere and disintegrated over the Indian Ocean and parts of Australia.
1987 – The United Nations World Population Day was first observed, marking the date when the world population hit approximately 5 billion.
WHAT ELSE
Today, Russia’s foreign minister visits North Korea.
Today, Bosnia marks the thirtieth anniversary of the Srebrenica genocide.
Today and tomorrow, NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Shekerinska visits Dubrovnik, Croatia. She attends the Dubrovnik Forum 2025 and holds a number of bilateral meetings on the margins of the event.
This weekend, the Wimbledon tennis tournament hosts its final matches.
That's all for now. Thank you for reading. The next Newsroom Briefing will arrive on Monday.
