Meanwhile shipping company Maersk said one of its US-flagged commercial vessels had successfully exited the Strait of Hormuz under US military protection.
Paris appeal court upholds Marine Le Pen's conviction for misusing EU funds but reduces her sentence, allowing her to potentially run in the 2027 French presidential election. A ban on public office is backdated and considered served, though she faces a one-year electronic tag sentence.
New Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola begins his tenure with players returning July 14 for pre-season. Focus is on an aggressive style, with revamped staff. Challenges include integrating new signings and managing Champions League alongside Premier League.
The International Olympic Committee has provisionally lifted the suspension on Russian athletes, allowing them to compete in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as neutrals if they meet anti-doping rules. The IOC still condemns the Ukraine invasion but believes athletes shouldn't be penalized for government actions.
Residents in Nigel Farage's former constituency express mixed feelings of support and frustration following his resignation as MP. Farage vows to contest the upcoming by-election in Clacton, amid questions about his financial dealings.
World number one Jannik Sinner advanced to the Wimbledon semi-finals after defeating Jan-Lennard Struff 7-5, 7-6 (7-4), 6-3. Despite not yet reaching his peak form, Sinner showed composure in key moments and managed the 30C heat effectively.
Jefferies advises investors to favor quality, low-momentum stocks to navigate market volatility driven by AI investment concerns. The firm identified companies with strong fundamentals and attractive valuations, including AbbVie and Netflix, as potential havens.
