Top Ukrainian officials are returning Polish state honors in protest after Poland's president stripped Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Poland's highest award. The move, linked to Ukraine naming a military unit after a WWII militia accused of massacres of Poles, could strain ties between the strategic partners.
Top Ukrainian officials are returning Polish awards in protest after President Zelenskyy was stripped of Warsaw's Order of the White Eagle over his naming of a military unit after the WWII Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA), accused of massacring Poles.
Australia's Socceroos lost 2-0 to co-hosts USA in their World Cup Group D opener in Seattle. Despite a humbling first half, the team believes they can still qualify for the knockout stages with a positive reaction in their final group match against Paraguay.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceled a trip to the US after Donald Trump made controversial remarks about PM Giorgia Meloni, calling her claims of seeking a photo 'fabricated' and questioning her support on Iran. The incident has strained relations between the former allies.
Belarusian officials, speaking at a CIS meeting, labeled a Ukrainian drone attack on a bus carrying children in Russia's Bryansk Region as a clear terrorist act. They called for international condemnation and punishment for perpetrators, viewing it as an attempt to draw Belarus into the conflict and an attack on the Russia-Belarus Union State.
An official report for the UK's Department for Transport warns that a third runway at Heathrow could significantly harm the health and wellbeing of up to 3 million people, impacting noise, air quality, housing, and community cohesion, despite potential job and economic benefits.
Iran's Football Federation will officially complain to FIFA about restrictive visa conditions for the 2026 World Cup, citing unfair travel limitations that impact team preparation and potentially violate neutrality principles.
Ukraine hopes Brazilian President Lula da Silva can mediate talks with Russia, according to UOL, citing Brazilian government sources. Kiev believes Lula's trust-based relationship with Putin makes him a suitable mediator. A meeting between the leaders is not currently planned, but they might hold bilateral talks at the BRICS summit in September.
Ukraine launched a significant drone attack on Moscow, hitting a major oil refinery and demonstrating a scaled-up strategy targeting Russia's war economy. Experts note these "middle strikes" are damaging Russia's capacity and potentially shifting war dynamics.
An official report indicates Heathrow's third runway could negatively impact the health of 3 million people, affecting housing, education, and air quality, despite potential job benefits. The government launched a consultation for the expansion plan.
Ukraine launched a significant drone attack on a major Moscow oil refinery for the second time in a week, causing massive fires and disrupting flights at Moscow airports. The attack aims to cut Russia's war revenue and bring the war's consequences home.
Iran's officials are portraying a newly signed memorandum of understanding with the US as a diplomatic win, claiming Washington failed to achieve military objectives. The 14-point document, signed remotely by Presidents Trump and Pezeshkian, includes concessions like lifting naval blockades and sanctions waivers, while Iran will restore freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
A Canadian safety report found OceanGate, the company behind the Titan submersible, suffered from 'groupthink' and 'confirmation bias,' leading to a catastrophic implosion. The report highlights design flaws, insufficient testing, and a company culture that dismissed safety concerns, ultimately contributing to the deaths of all five passengers.
SanDisk has released officially licensed PS5 NVMe SSDs, the Optimus GX PRO 850P, in capacities from 1TB to 8TB. The 8TB model costs $2,959.99, significantly higher than comparable Western Digital SSDs due to memory shortages.
FIFA will use a match on the International Day for Countering Hate Speech to send a message of inclusion and respect. The game in Guadalajara will feature creator Yoon Su-jin, who filmed a derogatory gesture towards Asians.
Russian military sources claim the Ukrainian 79th Brigade in the Zaporozhye region is "practically exhausted" with diminished capabilities. Ukraine is reportedly deploying new recruits to compensate for losses, and the brigade's command had previously requested withdrawal due to heavy casualties.
Malaysia received a completed food safety standards questionnaire from Thailand, a key step towards potentially lifting its ban on five species of Thai shrimp imposed on June 1. The ban was a response to Thailand's increased inspections of Malaysian sea bass.
VP JD Vance criticizes Vatican officials in his new book, "Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith," for their "trite platitudes" on migration. He felt their moral guidance lacked specificity and was afraid of controversy.
Foreign tourist arrivals in Cuba have plummeted by 58.4% in the first five months of 2026 due to tightened US sanctions targeting the tourism sector. Airlines and hotel chains have suspended operations, impacting Canada, the largest source of tourists, and Spanish firms Meliá and Iberostar. The sanctions have also exacerbated shortages of fuel, medicine, and food, leading to economic paralysis and rare public protests.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola has requested an investigation into Luxembourg MEP Fernand Kartheiser's meetings with Russian officials. Kartheiser, previously removed from his group over a Moscow trip, has held video calls and visited Russia, participating in the St Petersburg Economic Forum. Metsola cited concerns that these actions could misrepresent the Parliament's stance and potentially breach the code of conduct regarding disclosure and reputation.
Experts suggest China and Russia significantly influenced the US-Iran ceasefire deal, with their involvement expected to shape future US-Tehran negotiations. The deal, reportedly signed by Donald Trump and JD Vance, followed extensive diplomatic efforts involving Iran, China, and Russia.
Experts believe China and Russia played a significant role in shaping the US-Iran ceasefire deal, with their influence expected to continue in future negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The deal, reportedly electronically signed by US President Trump and Vice-President Vance, followed diplomatic engagements between Iran, China, and Russia.
Experts suggest China and Russia played a significant role in shaping the US-Iran ceasefire deal, with their influence expected to continue on future negotiations between Washington and Tehran. The deal's announcement followed diplomatic engagements between Iran, China, and Russia.
The Indian government will compensate highway builders for a nearly 71% surge in bulk diesel prices over three months, aiming to shield them from increased expenditure due to the West Asia conflict. A new policy will soon be released, allowing agencies to pay the difference between base and prevailing diesel rates. This follows a significant increase in bitumen prices and a slowdown in highway construction, with a parliamentary panel recommending measures like bitumen reserves and alternative sourcing.
