United Kingdom The five contenders to be leader of the United Kingdom Labour Party hold a debate in Norwich, England.
Moldova Voters in Moldova go to the polls in a referendum on whether the country's President should be directly elected.
Palestinian Authority A Palestinian Authority spokesman says that Iran has no standing to criticize them for relaunching direct talks with Israel while Iran "represses their people," after the Iranian foreign minister says those negotiating with Israel are "betraying their nations."
State of emergency A state of emergency is declared in Guatemala after heavy rains and landslides kill at least 18 people.
Peter Gumbel British academic Peter Gumbel causes controversy in France by alleging in his book that their education system lowers the self-esteem of pupils.
Basque nationalist The Basque nationalist group ETA announces a ceasefire in its struggle for Basque independence from France and Spain.
Iraq At least 12 people are killed and dozens injured as insurgents attack one of the main military command centres in Baghdad.
Suicide bomber At least five people are killed and 35 injured as a suicide bomber attacks a Russian Army firing range at Buynaksk, Dagestan.
Israel Israeli F-16 warplanes launch airstrikes on Gaza smuggling tunnels, with one Palestinian dead and several injured, in retaliation for recent Palestinian attacks.