July 28, 2025
US
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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The day began with the US media primarily covering the recently concluded trade agreement between the United States and the European Union, a continuation of the previous day's major development. This was broadly presented as a success that averted wider trade disputes. As the morning progressed into the early afternoon, media attention increasingly shifted to President Trump's international engagements beyond the trade deal. Reports highlighted his meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and, more notably, his decision to dramatically shorten Russia's ceasefire deadline in Ukraine. Concurrently, the humanitarian crisis in Gaza gained prominence, with Trump acknowledging "real starvation" and implying Israeli responsibility for aid delivery, a stance contradicting earlier Israeli claims. Throughout the day, the Jeffrey Epstein saga remained a persistent subplot, with coverage detailing Ghislaine Maxwell's ongoing appeal efforts and Trump's continued denials regarding the case.
Israel
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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The day began with extensive media coverage of the Kibbutz Sufa battle investigation, alongside Finance Minister Smotrich's decision to remain in the government.
By late morning, the apparent collapse of hostage negotiations became a central focus, prompting discussions on alternative strategies for Gaza.
A significant editorial shift occurred in the mid-afternoon as Donald Trump publicly contradicted Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding hunger in Gaza, stating children appeared "very hungry," despite Israeli efforts to counter the "starvation" narrative. This humanitarian discourse intensified.
As the day concluded, new reports highlighted Prime Minister Netanyahu's proposal to annex parts of the Gaza Strip, framed as an ultimatum to Hamas and a move to maintain coalition stability, following the cabinet's operational plan discussions.
By late morning, the apparent collapse of hostage negotiations became a central focus, prompting discussions on alternative strategies for Gaza.
A significant editorial shift occurred in the mid-afternoon as Donald Trump publicly contradicted Prime Minister Netanyahu regarding hunger in Gaza, stating children appeared "very hungry," despite Israeli efforts to counter the "starvation" narrative. This humanitarian discourse intensified.
As the day concluded, new reports highlighted Prime Minister Netanyahu's proposal to annex parts of the Gaza Strip, framed as an ultimatum to Hamas and a move to maintain coalition stability, following the cabinet's operational plan discussions.
Germany
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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German media on July 28 continued its extensive coverage of the US-EU tariff agreement, reached the previous day, with early reports assessing its "immense negative impacts" on German industry and a significant profit decline for Audi. Concurrently, the fatal regional train derailment in Baden-Württemberg remained a major focus, with police identifying a landslide as the cause and later reports detailing victim identification, including an apprentice. By late morning, national attention shifted to the federal budget, with reports revealing a substantial deficit of approximately 172 billion Euros. In the afternoon, President Trump's direct intervention in the Ukraine conflict gained prominence as he issued a new, shortened ultimatum to Russia for the war's conclusion. Also in the afternoon, Chancellor Merz announced a humanitarian airlift to Gaza, to be established with Jordan.
France
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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French media on July 28 primarily focused on the US-EU customs agreement. Initial reports detailed a 15% tariff deal aimed at averting commercial chaos. By mid-morning, French officials began labeling the agreement "unbalanced", while political opposition, notably François Bayrou, increasingly condemned it as "submission" and a "sombre day" for Europe, signaling deepening discontent. Analyses highlighted its "painful impacts" on key European industries like automotive and textiles, and concerns about strategic subordination. Concurrently, a tragic domestic story unfolded: a gîte fire in Charente, which by afternoon confirmed four fatalities. Later in the day, a significant internal political drama emerged in Paris: Rachida Dati declared her candidacy for the legislative election, defying Les Républicains' official investment of Michel Barnier, setting up an intra-party duel. Donald Trump's 10-12 day ultimatum to Putin regarding Ukraine also featured.
Lebanon
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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The day began with Lebanese media emphasizing ongoing US diplomatic pressure by envoy Barrack, highlighting dissatisfaction with negotiation ambiguity and his shifting, warning tone regarding Hezbollah’s adherence to Resolution 1701 without disarmament. By mid-morning, editorial focus dramatically shifted to the widespread national mourning for artist Ziad Rahbani, with extensive coverage of his passing, funeral, and family legacy. As the afternoon progressed, the political narrative resurfaced, detailing reports of secret international negotiations and strict conditions concerning Hezbollah’s arms, alongside escalating concerns about potential war in September if the arms monopoly isn't addressed. Kuwait's sanctioning of Hezbollah was also reported. Evening coverage maintained Barrack's direct warnings to the government regarding its credibility amidst these arms discussions, with reports of Shiite community apprehension.
Ukraine
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Ukrainian media's initial focus on July 28 centered on widespread Russian aerial assaults across Ukraine, including Kyiv, causing casualties and prompting air defense responses. A major shift occurred mid-day, with US President Donald Trump's new ultimatum dominating headlines: Russia must settle the war or agree to a truce within 10-12 days, significantly shortening his previous 50-day deadline. This development received extensive multi-source coverage. Later, the somber third anniversary of the Olenivka prison massacre, remembering Ukrainian POWs, became a prominent theme. President Zelensky signed a law to bolster the SBU and acknowledged Trump's firm stance. Towards evening, concerns over anti-corruption backslides and their potential impact on vital EU support resurfaced, echoing discussions from prior days. Intense frontline clashes, especially in the Pokrovsk sector, were consistently reported.
Palestine
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Palestinian media maintained its intense focus on Gaza's severe humanitarian crisis, consistently detailing deepening famine, widespread starvation deaths, particularly among infants and aid seekers. Early reports highlighted stalled truce negotiations, with Hamas reiterating talks were futile amid ongoing siege and starvation. A significant development was the widespread coverage of Donald Trump's statements contradicting Netanyahu and acknowledging a real famine in Gaza, emphasizing Israeli responsibility for aid, which became a central point by midday. Concurrently, accusations of genocide expanded, notably from Israeli organizations, reinforcing Palestinian reports. By afternoon, attention also turned to ongoing military operations, conflicting claims regarding live hostages, Israeli conditions for resuming talks, and later, emerging Israeli proposals for Gaza's annexation. The day’s coverage underscored the dire humanitarian reality alongside political and military complexities.
UK
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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UK media on July 28 primarily shifted focus to US President Trump's visit and his meeting with Prime Minister Starmer. While early morning headlines continued to celebrate the Lionesses' Euro 2025 victory, including their post-match revelry and calls for a bank holiday, Trump's arrival quickly dominated the agenda.
Reports from late morning onward detailed his discussions with Starmer on trade and Gaza, with Trump directly stating "real starvation" in Gaza and urging Israel to end the war. He also issued a new deadline for Putin regarding Ukraine and offered advice on UK domestic policy, including immigration and tax cuts. The Lionesses' homecoming and Downing Street reception gained renewed prominence in the afternoon, running as a significant parallel narrative alongside the unfolding discussions and pronouncements from the Trump-Starmer summit, shaping the day's editorial priorities.
Reports from late morning onward detailed his discussions with Starmer on trade and Gaza, with Trump directly stating "real starvation" in Gaza and urging Israel to end the war. He also issued a new deadline for Putin regarding Ukraine and offered advice on UK domestic policy, including immigration and tax cuts. The Lionesses' homecoming and Downing Street reception gained renewed prominence in the afternoon, running as a significant parallel narrative alongside the unfolding discussions and pronouncements from the Trump-Starmer summit, shaping the day's editorial priorities.
Iran
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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The day in Iranian media saw intensified focus on nuclear tensions, particularly with renewed strong warnings from Donald Trump against Iran restarting its nuclear program. State-aligned outlets highlighted Iran's defiant responses, vowing powerful retaliation and discussing potential NPT withdrawal if the 'trigger mechanism' is activated. This followed previous days' diplomatic discourse. Concurrently, a significant report emerged detailing a former IRGC commander's daughter claiming her father was killed in a "direct chase" with Israel, deepening the perceived conflict from earlier reports of direct threats. Earlier in the day, domestic debates around a new censorship bill and increased Iranian immigrant deportations from the US also received attention, setting the tone for a day dominated by foreign policy and security concerns.
Russia
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Russian media's editorial focus shifted significantly throughout the day. Early reports continued to highlight the US-EU trade agreement, particularly the EU's intent to replace Russian energy with American supplies, a theme carried over from previous days.
By mid-morning, a major domestic story emerged: a system failure impacting Aeroflot, quickly reported as leading to widespread flight cancellations and chaos. This evolved into confirmed reports of a cyberattack, with hackers claiming responsibility, and the Kremlin expressing concern. Concurrently, a residential building collapse in Astrakhan also gained significant attention.
In the afternoon, international developments took precedence as Donald Trump's statements regarding a drastically shortened 10-12 day deadline for a Ukraine peace settlement became the dominant foreign policy narrative. Separately, President Putin's telephone call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Middle East issues was noted, alongside a new domestic ban on gasoline exports.
By mid-morning, a major domestic story emerged: a system failure impacting Aeroflot, quickly reported as leading to widespread flight cancellations and chaos. This evolved into confirmed reports of a cyberattack, with hackers claiming responsibility, and the Kremlin expressing concern. Concurrently, a residential building collapse in Astrakhan also gained significant attention.
In the afternoon, international developments took precedence as Donald Trump's statements regarding a drastically shortened 10-12 day deadline for a Ukraine peace settlement became the dominant foreign policy narrative. Separately, President Putin's telephone call with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu on Middle East issues was noted, alongside a new domestic ban on gasoline exports.
Italy
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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The US-EU tariff agreement dominated Italian newspaper coverage, evolving from initial confirmations of the 15% general tariff to intense debate over its implications. Throughout the day, specific details emerged regarding pharmaceuticals, chips, and ongoing wine exemptions, alongside the confirmed suspension of EU counter-tariffs from August 4. European reactions were sharply divided, with France and Germany strongly criticizing the deal as unbalanced and an 'act of submission' to the US, predicting substantial economic damage. Meanwhile, EU officials defended the accord as preventing a wider trade collapse. Concurrently, the Gaza crisis remained prominent, marked by reports of renewed Israeli attacks and fatalities. A significant development was the first-time accusation of genocide by Israeli NGOs. Separately, the Constitutional Court's decision to lift the 240,000 euro public sector salary cap emerged as a key domestic story in the afternoon. Later, President Trump issued a new ultimatum to Moscow for a Ukraine ceasefire.
Japan
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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The editorial focus throughout the day centered on Prime Minister Ishiba's contested political future, a continuation of the intense scrutiny from previous days. Early reports noted his stated intent to remain in office despite an earlier election defeat and ongoing responsibilities. By mid-morning, calls for Ishiba's resignation intensified within the LDP, with Secretary-General Moriyama also hinting at his own possible departure, signaling further leadership shifts. A subsequent four-and-a-half-hour LDP meeting underscored the deep internal pressure on Ishiba, even as he reiterated his decision to stay. Concurrently, the US-EU trade agreement, evaluated by the Chief Cabinet Secretary, remained a notable international story. Separately, a ceasefire between Thailand and Cambodia emerged as an international development.
Netherlands
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Newspapers on July 28 continued to prioritize the EU-US trade agreement, which dominated early reports. The EU's acceptance of Trump's 15 percent import tariff, despite being viewed as "painful" by employers, was presented as a finalized deal providing clarity.
Throughout the afternoon, editorial focus shifted significantly towards the Gaza conflict and Dutch foreign policy. Reports highlighted dire humanitarian conditions, with Israeli human rights organizations alleging genocide.
The Netherlands' diplomatic stance hardened, with increasing pressure on Israel and discussions of sanctions. By evening, news confirmed the Netherlands' concrete steps, including declaring two Israeli ministers persona non grata and summoning the ambassador, marking a notable shift in policy from previous days.
Throughout the afternoon, editorial focus shifted significantly towards the Gaza conflict and Dutch foreign policy. Reports highlighted dire humanitarian conditions, with Israeli human rights organizations alleging genocide.
The Netherlands' diplomatic stance hardened, with increasing pressure on Israel and discussions of sanctions. By evening, news confirmed the Netherlands' concrete steps, including declaring two Israeli ministers persona non grata and summoning the ambassador, marking a notable shift in policy from previous days.
India
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Initial morning headlines highlighted temple safety incidents, particularly a new stampede in Uttar Pradesh due to an electrical wire, alongside ongoing parliamentary debate preparations for 'Operation Sindoor'. By mid-morning, editorial focus rapidly pivoted to 'Operation Mahadev' in Srinagar, confirming the elimination of terrorists, including those linked to the Pahalgam attack, which became a prominent story. Concurrently, the Lok Sabha's 'Operation Sindoor' debate dominated, with Defence Minister Rajnath Singh asserting the operation's success in neutralizing over 100 terrorists and dismissing claims of international pressure. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar later joined, adamantly refuting any direct US presidential involvement in a ceasefire. The opposition, however, continued to challenge government accountability and strategy, raising questions on issues like PoK and India-Pakistan cricket matches.
Poland
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Polish media coverage on July 28 centered on two main evolving narratives. The ongoing severe weather crisis and flood preparedness dominated early reports, with MSWiA activating reserves and convening crisis staff as storms intensified across southern Poland. Concurrently, political discourse continued to scrutinize Speaker Hołownia's "coup d'état" claims from previous days, with the prosecution signaling intent to question him, fueling persistent criticism of his remarks. By late afternoon, the focus decisively shifted to the dramatic dismissal of Maciej Świrski as chairman of the National Broadcasting Council (KRRiT). This move immediately triggered a significant legal and institutional dispute, with Świrski challenging the legality of his removal, and the Constitutional Tribunal engaging the Sejm, alongside the announcement of a new chair.
Spain
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Spanish media on July 28 significantly focused on Prime Minister Sánchez's public statements. In the mid-morning, he outlined an optimistic economic assessment, asserting Spain's growth and dismissing notions of early elections, committing to a full legislative term and promising to present the 2026 budget. This was a dominant theme throughout the day, alongside news of the government's agreement to extend birth leave. Concurrently, the recently announced US-EU agreement on reciprocal 15% tariffs emerged as a major international story early in the day, with outlets analyzing its specific impact on Spain. Investigations into corruption, notably the Koldo and Montoro cases, continued to feature, with new UCO revelations in the evening regarding the latter. Social issues like the housing crisis also received attention.
Turkey
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Turkish media on July 28 maintained its strong focus on the persistent forest fires, particularly in Bursa, now in their third day, with reports detailing tragic accidents like a water tanker overturning resulting in fatalities. A significant development was the intensified focus on sabotage allegations, with arrests made of individuals caught with gasoline, and specific claims linking one suspect to FETÖ, fueling demands for severe punishment against arsonists. Concurrently, political discourse continued to evolve regarding a "solution process" for the Kurdish issue, with the DEM Party announcing members for a "Terror-Free Turkey" commission, and the CHP expressing readiness to join. In a notable afternoon development, Istanbul University announced the revocation of Ekrem İmamoğlu's master's degree, drawing attention to the judiciary's role in political dynamics.
China
•28.07.2025
•Monday
•27 days ago
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Chinese state media throughout the day prioritized domestic policy and crisis response. The morning began with continued strong emphasis on President Xi Jinping's directives for cadres and the "Culture as the Soul" narrative, a persistent theme from previous days. Concurrently, discussions around China's global AI cooperation proposal continued. By late morning, a new major domestic policy emerged: the formal unveiling of nationwide childcare subsidies, widely reported across state platforms. As the day progressed, focus shifted to severe weather, culminating in prominent reports of President Xi's urgent directives on flood control and disaster relief, elevating this to a top-tier story. Internationally, a new round of China-US trade talks commenced in Sweden, drawing attention from various outlets. Independent media continued to report on the evolving story of the Shaolin Temple abbot and Hong Kong affairs.
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