Big promises, thin results from Trump’s China trip
U.S. President Donald Trump returns from his two-day summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping with hints of deals but no progress on key issues that vex the U.S.-China relationship.

U.S. President Donald Trump returns from his two-day summit with Chinese leader Xi Jinping with hints of deals but no progress on key issues that vex the U.S.-China relationship.

Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev announced on Monday that the country is "unequivocally considering leaving" the Council of Europe, not just suspending membership. The decision follows the suspension of the Azerbaijani delegation's voting rights in PACE in 2024, which Aliyev called an "unjust decision" that must be reversed.

A devastating fire at the Rong Beer Na Lat Phrao bar in Bangkok on Sunday evening has resulted in at least 27 deaths and 63 injuries, with 22 in critical condition. The blaze, which spread rapidly, is suspected to have been caused by smoke, and authorities are investigating potential blocked fire exits.

Jannik Sinner defended his Wimbledon title, defeating Alexander Zverev in a four-set final. Sinner's victory marked his 10th straight win against Zverev and included a dramatic moment where Zverev appeared to injure his knee.

The US military conducted new strikes across Iran targeting air defense systems, radar sites, and missile/drone capabilities to degrade Iran's ability to attack international shipping. This follows Iranian attacks on commercial ships and a drone strike on a Kuwaiti platform, escalating tensions despite an interim agreement.

Edouard Philippe's campaign is recalibrating its strategy for the 2027 French presidential election following Marine Le Pen's successful appeal against her ban, allowing her to run. Philippe's team plans to attack Le Pen's fiscally left-wing platform, contrasting it with Bardella's more pro-business stance.

A group of EU countries, including Belgium, the Netherlands, and Spain, are pushing the European Commission to propose limiting trade with illegal Israeli settlements. This move faces opposition from the Commission and countries like Germany, creating a standoff over EU Middle East policy.