Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, co-founder of the Sinaloa cartel, was sentenced to life without parole in federal court in Brooklyn. He apologized in court and urged an end to violence after pleading guilty to racketeering and continuing criminal enterprise charges.
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Iran says it has received proposals through mediators to end renewed fighting with the United States, even as both sides continue strikes. The conflict has disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz, lifted oil prices above $90 a barrel and spread to Gulf states and regional allies.
Congo’s Ebola death toll has climbed to at least 930, with 37 deaths recorded in one 24-hour span. The WHO says the outbreak is spreading faster than any previous Ebola outbreak in the country.
Andy Burnham has become UK prime minister, replacing Sir Keir Starmer and pledging to end rough sleeping, tackle the cost of living and restore political stability. He is expected to name a new cabinet, with the chancellor appointment among the key decisions.
Hamas has elected Khalil al-Hayya as its new overall leader after a run-off with former political chief Khaled Meshaal. The veteran Gaza figure and chief negotiator succeeds Yahya Sinwar, who was killed by Israel in 2024.
The U.S. launched a ninth consecutive night of strikes on Iran after three American service members were killed in recent days. Iran claimed attacks on U.S. targets in Jordan and warned that the Strait of Hormuz would remain unsafe while U.S. operations continue.
Andy Burnham is set to take office as Britain’s seventh prime minister in a decade after Keir Starmer agreed to step down. The incoming Labour leader has promised to address living costs, public services and what he calls the need for “a new politics.”
FIFA staged the World Cup final’s first halftime show, featuring Madonna, BTS, Shakira, Justin Bieber and other international stars. The performance promoted a FIFA education fund and drew mixed reaction, including criticism from Wayne Rooney.