“Massive 8.8 Quake Near Kamchatka Triggers Tsunami; Coasts from Russia to US Affected” – 7/31/2025, 6:20:50 AM

The latest world news as of July 31, 2025, includes a series of major global events:

• A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, triggering a tsunami that affected the coasts of Russia, Japan, and the US, including Hawaii and the US West Coast. Hawaii lifted evacuation orders within hours, and initial reports indicate limited injuries and damage, with Russia’s eastern regions largely spared[1][2][3].

• Gaza crisis continues: Israeli strikes and gunfire killed at least 46 Palestinians, most of them waiting for food at a Gaza crossing, as the humanitarian situation worsens and international aid efforts are criticized as insufficient[2][4][3].

• Canada will recognize a Palestinian state at the UN General Assembly in September, marking a significant policy shift aimed at supporting a two-state solution[2].

• US-Pakistan oil partnership: US President Donald Trump announced a new partnership with Pakistan to develop its oil reserves, suggesting the possibility of future sales to India[2].

• Trade developments: The US and European Union reached a trade deal to avoid a tariff war, while the US finalized a trade agreement with South Korea and imposed a 50% tariff on Brazilian exports[4].

• Thailand–Cambodia border tensions: Thailand accused Cambodia of violating a ceasefire with cross-border attacks, threatening escalation despite peace efforts. Cambodia denied the breach and called for international observers[1].

Additional notable events:
– India launched the NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite, a major collaboration for climate and disaster monitoring[1].
– In Germany, controversy surrounds the demolition order for a newly built mosque near Stuttgart[4].
– Humanitarian organizations criticize airlifts of aid to Gaza as ineffective and symbolic[4].

These headlines represent the most significant international developments as reported on July 31, 2025.