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Gaza is on the brink of famine, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres said Tuesday, citing a new report showing alarming levels of hunger and malnutrition. “This is not a warning—it’s happening now,” he said, according to Xinhua.

The UN’s food security alert found two out of three famine thresholds breached in parts of Gaza, with over 20,000 children treated for acute malnutrition since April and rising hunger-related deaths.

Guterres called for a permanent ceasefire, full humanitarian access, and a major increase in aid. While a temporary pause has allowed limited supplies in, UN officials say ongoing restrictions and looting prevent much of it from reaching those in need.

“A trickle of aid is not enough,” Guterres said. “This crisis demands urgent, united action”, Xinhua reported.

US President Donald Trump has given Russia a 10-day deadline starting from Tuesday to reach a ceasefire in Ukraine, significantly shortening the 50-day timeline he had announced earlier this month, Xinhua reported.

Speaking to reporters on his return from Scotland, Trump warned that if Moscow fails to act, the US will impose tariffs. He cited frustration over Russia’s unwillingness to compromise during recent talks with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

The Kremlin responded by reaffirming its commitment to its ongoing military operation while stating it remains open to the peace process, according to Xinhua.

US and Chinese officials ended two days of talks in Stockholm agreeing to work toward extending their 90-day tariff truce, due to expire August 12, according to Firstpost.

China’s Li Chenggang called the discussions constructive, while US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said any extension depends on President Donald Trump.

Talks focused on trade terms, rare earths, and strategic industries. The US also raised concerns over China’s ties with Russia and Iran.

Both sides stressed the importance of stable economic ties, with Bessent saying the goal isn’t to “de-couple,” but to reduce risks in key sectors, Firstpost reported.

Australia will now include YouTube in its upcoming social media ban for under-16s, set to begin in December. The move means minors can still watch videos but won’t be allowed to hold accounts, according to BBC.

Originally exempt, YouTube was added after the eSafety Commissioner found it was the platform most linked to harmful content seen by children aged 10 to 15.

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the ban is about protecting kids online, while Communications Minister Anika Wells warned tech companies not to challenge the policy, saying it’s a fight for children’s wellbeing.

Platforms that fail to comply face fines of up to A$50 m, BBC reported.