India's Vivek Aggarwal elected Vice President of the FATF, a global watchdog against money laundering and terrorist financing. The appointment is seen as a major win, highlighting India's growing role in international efforts to combat illicit financial networks.
West Bengal Police arrested Sarina Bibi, wife of jailed TMC leader Jahangir Khan, for allegedly orchestrating an attack on Falta police station to free her husband. Over 25 people have been arrested in connection with the June 17 incident.
Shubman Gill has transformed from a promising opener into a dependable captain and batter for India, scoring three centuries in under a month as captain. His captaincy has coincided with a significant surge in his batting average across formats, raising questions about leadership unlocking his potential.
Donald Trump unveiled a $400 million Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar to serve as a temporary Air Force One. The luxury jet, featuring a bold livery, has faced criticism over its value and potential diversion of funds from defense projects.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy gave Belarus one week to remove Russian military equipment used in attacks on Ukraine, threatening to do so himself. He also highlighted Belarus's role in supplying Russia's oil refining industry and the Russian army. Meanwhile, EU leaders discussed diplomatic channels with Russia, and Poland's president threatened to revoke an honor for Zelenskyy over renaming a military unit.
African and Caribbean nations are demanding formal apologies and reparations from countries that profited from the transatlantic slave trade. The call follows a UN resolution recognizing the trade as a crime against humanity and a conference in Ghana endorsing a 19-point reparations plan.
Donald Trump described Indian PM Narendra Modi as a 'great leader' and 'tough guy,' placing him and China's Xi Jinping among leaders he admires for their power and leverage. Trump noted that while India previously 'ripped us off,' business is now fair.
The S token, native to the Sonic blockchain, dropped 5% after Sonic Labs announced the resignation of three former executives, including ex-Fantom Foundation CEO Michael Kong. The company aims to address community dissatisfaction and the token's 97% decline since January 2025.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under intense pressure from Labour MPs and ministers to resign, with reports suggesting up to 200 MPs would back Andy Burnham in a leadership challenge. Starmer insists he will contest any challenge, despite slumping popularity amid the cost-of-living crisis and a rape gangs scandal.
RM, leader of K-pop group BTS, has been appointed the first global ambassador for the National Museum of Korea. The appointment recognizes his support for Korean cultural heritage, including significant donations and his efforts to promote Korean culture globally.
Jeff Bezos, speaking at VivaTech in Paris, rejected concerns about AI causing job losses. He believes AI will instead lead to a labor shortage by increasing productivity and demand for human effort, contrasting with widespread fears and warnings from other tech leaders and policymakers.
The European Council has not set timeframes for the next stages of Moldova's EU accession negotiations, which began on June 15. While the European Commission urged for talks on all clusters to start in July, a unanimous EU decision was not reached during the summit. The process is merit-based and typically takes over 10 years.
Lo scontro tra i leader potrebbe avere un effetto devastante sui rapporti Italia-Usa. La prima conseguenza è stata la cancellazione del Forum di Miami, ma sono in pericolo anche le collaborazioni militari e quelle nel settore dell'IA.
BJP leaders BY Vijayendra and R Ashoka summoned to Delhi on June 23 over cross-voting by NDA legislators in Karnataka legislative council elections. Congress won five of seven seats despite NDA's assembly strength.
Despite reservations from Ladakh representatives over meeting minutes, the Centre remains committed to constitutional safeguards under Article 371 and bureaucratic accountability to the political executive. Future discussions will define the scope and framework.
US President Donald Trump stated that an operation in Cuba, mirroring the scenario in Venezuela, is a possibility. He highlighted Cuba and Venezuela's proximity to the US compared to Iran, and noted Secretary of State Marco Rubio's active involvement in Cuba policy.
Leader Ue, guidati da Italia, Danimarca e Paesi Bassi, valutano centri di rimpatrio congiunti in Paesi terzi, ispirati al modello Albania. Spagna e Francia esprimono scetticismo.
A significant portion of Keir Starmer's cabinet reportedly believes Andy Burnham is poised to become the next Prime Minister. However, most ministers are hesitant to demand Starmer's immediate departure, preferring to observe unfolding events.
Leader Ue, guidati da Italia, Danimarca e Paesi Bassi, valutano centri rimpatrio in Paesi terzi, ispirati dal modello Albania. Spagna e Francia esprimono scetticismo.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has given Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko one week to remove Russian military equipment used in attacks on Ukraine, threatening action if he fails to comply. Zelensky cited signal relay stations in two Belarusian regions bordering Ukraine.
Il presidente ucraino Zelensky crede che i negoziati con la Russia riprenderanno, ma sottolinea la necessità di partner e di un formato che includa l'Europa. Lavrov vede l'Europa come parte in causa nel conflitto, interessata alla sconfitta russa. Raid russi continuano sull'Ucraina con vittime civili.
European Council President Antonio Costa defended diplomatic outreach to the Kremlin, stating direct communication with Russia is necessary to support Ukraine, though peace talks are not yet feasible. The initiative revealed divisions among EU leaders.
Hezbollah leader Naim Kassem hailed a US-Iran memorandum of understanding as a 'great victory' for Lebanon, linking it to a halt in fighting. However, analysts suggest the deal's true impact on Hezbollah and Israel's occupation of southern Lebanon remains uncertain, with continued fighting and differing interpretations of the agreement.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni publicly refuted Donald Trump's claim that she begged him for a selfie at the G7 summit, calling his statement fabricated. Meloni stated, "neither I nor Italy ever beg." Italy's Foreign Minister canceled a trip to Miami in response.
