US-Iran Tensions: President Trump formally notified Congress that hostilities against Iran resumed July 7, restarting a 60-day war powers clock and citing renewed strikes after Iran violated a June deal. Congress & Courts: Supreme Court justices are set to testify before Congress on security funding, while a federal judge dismissed most of Philadelphia’s President’s House lawsuit claims. UK Politics: Andy Burnham secured enough Labour backing to become the next prime minister. Hungary Constitutional Shake-up: Parliament voted to remove the president as sweeping constitutional reform begins, shifting power amid turmoil. Lithuania Defense Posture: Lithuania’s parliament backed a new government manifesto pledging defense spending above 5% of GDP and continued U.S. troop presence. Germany Speech Law: Germany’s parliament moved to criminalize denying Israel’s “right to exist,” a proposal now heading to the lower house. Middle East Diplomacy: Qatar’s Amir received multiple leaders offering condolences after the death of Father Amir Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, as Egypt’s El-Sisi and Lebanon’s Aoun also arrived in Doha. Regional Governance: Malaysia’s parliament-related visit coverage continued with state visits, while Sri Lanka’s cabinet spokesman denied social media claims about a France trip being postponed. Africa Traditional Leadership: AmaZulu King Misuzulu fired his traditional prime minister again, renewing a familiar leadership fight. South Asia Accountability: India’s Madhya Pradesh Congress demanded resignations over alleged NEET-UG irregularities and launched a cycle rally. Iran Domestic Claims: Ahmadinejad denied a New York Times report alleging Mossad tried to recruit him and that he was under house arrest. Impeachment Watch (Philippines): Prosecutors questioned Vice President Sara Duterte’s fitness for office over temperament and violent threats tied to her impeachment trial.