Week in Pictures: From Gaza starvation deaths to Thailand-Cambodia clashes
A roundup of some of last week’s events.
Day: July 27, 2025
Still Blooming: Ongoing Marine Deaths from South Australia’s 2025 Harmful Algal Bloom | Great Southern Reef
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“Declare Meat, Fruits, Soil”: US’ Warning To People Travelling With Food At Airport
A post on X showed a detection dog inspecting a cooked pig’s head wrapped in foil, along with bottles of what looked like other food items.
Taiwanese voters reject attempt to recall China-friendly lawmakers
Taiwanese voters rejected an attempt to oust 24 opposition lawmakers on Saturday, an official tally showed, dealing a blow to President Lai Ching-te’s party and its hopes for taking control of parliament. Story by Caroline Baum.
Thailand and Cambodia clash despite ceasefire hopes
Thailand and Cambodia clashed for a fourth day Sunday, despite both sides saying they were ready to discuss a ceasefire after a late-night intervention by US President Donald Trump. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondent in Surin, Tommy Walker.
Israel says opening routes into Gaza to increase food aid
Israel declared a “tactical pause” in fighting in parts of Gaza on Sunday and said it would allow the UN and aid agencies to open secure land routes to tackle a deepening hunger crisis. The military also said it had begun air-dropping food into the te…
Thailand and Cambodia still fighting after Trump announces ceasefire talks
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OPEC says Iran’s oil export revenues up 14% to nearly $47bn in 2024
Tehran managed to significantly increase its oil export revenues last year, according to new OPEC data, which shows that US sanctions have failed to choke off Iran’s lucrative oil business.
Israel Intercepts Gaza-Bound Ship of Activists and Aid
It was at least the third vessel blocked this year while challenging Israel’s naval blockade and seeking to deliver supplies by sea to a population facing rising starvation.
How Might The Shift To Government-To-Government Deals Influence India’s Defence Independence
The shift to government-to-government (G2G) deals in defence procurement can significantly influence India’s defence independence by enabling faster, more streamlined acquisitions while promoting strategic partnerships that facilitate technology transfers and indigenous manufacturing.This approach reduces reliance on the traditional tender process, which is often slow and bureaucratic, thus