Global news highlights from AP

July 12, 2026

US and Iranian leaders have traded threats as an interim peace deal appeared increasingly fragile.

US President Donald Trump vowed to destroy Iran at levels they've never seen before. 

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Two Russian aerial glide bombs hit a crowded area in Ukraine's northern Sumy region, killing four people, including a child, and wounding 17 others.

Russia launched 12 missiles, including six ballistic missiles, and 121 drones at Ukraine overnight.

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A vigil was held in Houston to pay tribute to Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican national who was shot dead by federal immigration officers.

The homebuilder's death sparked protests in Texas' largest city and calls for an investigation.

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For the 20th consecutive year, New Orleans holds its version of Spain's San Fermin bull run festival.

Participants dressed in traditional white and red clothing while being chased by roller skaters acting as bulls.