Israel's security minister has called on citizens to carry weapons for self-defense following a violent stabbing attack in the West Bank that left four people injured, including two fatalities—an elderly man and woman—in a suburb of Tel Aviv. The assailant, identified as a Palestinian militant, was subsequently killed by police. In response to ongoing tensions, Israel conducted at least two air strikes in Gaza, reportedly targeting Hamas militants, which resulted in numerous casualties. One strike hit a tent area near a hospital, while another targeted two schools in Gaza City.

In the UK, police are grappling with violent protests as a right-wing mob attempted to storm a hotel believed to house asylum seekers. The unrest follows a series of far-right demonstrations triggered by a stabbing incident at a children's dance class, which was falsely linked to immigration. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the riots, labeling them as organized violence.

Meanwhile, Georgia Governor Brian Kemp has responded to repeated attacks from former President Donald Trump, who criticized Kemp's refusal to assist in overturning the 2020 election results. Kemp urged Trump to concentrate on the upcoming presidential election rather than personal grievances. Trump also praised Russian President Vladimir Putin for a recent prisoner exchange involving three Americans, although he did not disclose their identities.

In Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelensky announced the arrival of F-16 fighter jets from Western allies, enhancing the country's air defense capabilities against Russian forces. However, he noted the need for additional pilot training.

On the weather front, Florida's West Coast is preparing for Tropical Storm Debbie, which is expected to strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane before making landfall in the Panhandle, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding.

In sports, American athletes shone at the Paris Olympics, with sprinter Noah Lyles reclaiming the title of the world's fastest man in the men's 100 meters. Team USA also set a new world record in the women's 4x100 medley relay and saw individual successes in swimming and cycling. However, concerns about the water quality of the Seine River have arisen after athletes from Belgium and Switzerland fell ill following races there.