Russia is actively working to repatriate 11 Russian citizens detained in Azerbaijan on charges of drug trafficking and cyber fraud. Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova stated that their release would be a significant step towards normalizing bilateral relations.
India's drug regulator is proposing to allow hospitals to directly import advanced medical equipment like MRI and CT scanners, bypassing current import licenses to speed up access to technology. The domestic medical device industry opposes this, citing safety risks and lack of specialized expertise in hospitals.
A majority of Keir Starmer's cabinet reportedly believes Andy Burnham is destined to become prime minister. Ministers are hesitant to act, preferring to observe developments, though some, like Heidi Alexander, have urged Starmer to resign. Burnham is not planning an immediate leadership challenge.
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.
President Zelensky threatened to remove equipment from the Belarusian border if President Lukashenko does not do so within a week, accusing Belarus of deploying strike coordination equipment. This comes amid escalating tensions and accusations from Minsk and Moscow that Kyiv is attempting to provoke Belarus into the conflict.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has threatened to order an attack on equipment located on Belarusian territory along the border with Ukraine if it is not removed within a week. Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko previously stated the border situation was tense.
The S&P 500 achieved its 11th winning week in 12 despite Federal Reserve signals of potential interest rate hikes. Positive developments in U.S.-Iran relations and a surge in chipmaker stocks, particularly Intel, fueled market gains. Oil prices dropped significantly following the U.S.-Iran MOU.
An expert suggests reports of a US-Israel rift are premature, despite public statements by Donald Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu's office indicating disagreements on Middle East policy, particularly concerning Lebanon. The analyst believes deeper geopolitical factors underpin the relationship.
A Polícia Federal cancelou o porte de arma de 114 guardas municipais de Ribeirão Pires (SP) por falta de documentação. A PM reforçará o policiamento na cidade até a regularização. O MP investiga possível formação de milícia na corporação.
Reports detail ongoing conflict in Ukraine with casualties at Zaporozhye nuke plant, EU blaming Russia for drone incidents, and differing views on negotiations. Tensions between the US and Iran are highlighted through military actions, stalled talks, and sanctions. Russia-ASEAN summit outcomes and European security discussions are also noted.
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman stated that externally aided projects in India's Northeast should focus on market access for local products and economic opportunities. She highlighted a seven-fold increase in assistance and significant road construction, emphasizing the region's potential beyond funding.
British barbecue culture is transforming with the rise of high-end grills costing over £1,000. Driven by a desire for special experiences and year-round use, these premium devices are shifting from simple grilling to 'gastronomy,' becoming status symbols and investment pieces.
A young woman from Delhi and her male colleague from Gujarat were attacked by a mob in Odisha's Rayagada district after villagers mistook them for child kidnappers. The incident occurred on June 16, leading to the arrest of 16 people.
China's Academy of Sciences has launched a new research program focused on low-altitude hypersonic flight technology, potentially leading to new weapons that could challenge the US Navy. The program aims to overcome challenges like extreme heating and electromagnetic disturbances.
Waleed Saeed, 31, has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for a six-year campaign of blackmail and sexual assault targeting Muslim males online. Police fear he may have up to 70 more victims.
Former Ethereum Foundation contributor Trenton Van Epps warns of an impending funding crisis for Ethereum's core development, estimating a need for $30 million annually. This follows spending cuts and program expirations, alongside departures from the Foundation.
Hong Kong's education authorities may miss the first-half deadline for a university town concept plan, as it needs to align with the city's upcoming five-year plan. The framework, initially slated for early 2026, is in a 'highly dynamic state' of planning.
China's Ministry of Commerce introduces 17 measures to integrate AI into consumer goods, retail, and commerce, focusing on smart products, robots, and subsidies to boost consumption growth.
Scientists in St. Petersburg have created Russia's first automated neural network system using computer vision to analyze reindeer external features for health assessment, addressing challenges in the Arctic livestock industry.
China's Harbin Xinguang Optic-Electronics Technology has developed the Lijian series of laser weapons designed to shoot down drones. The portable models, Lijian II and Lijian III, are lightweight and consist of three main components, making them easily transportable.
The US Commerce Secretary has warned ASML that one of its advanced EUV chipmaking machines may have been shipped to China, a move that would violate export controls. ASML denies any such shipment, stating they track all machines and have internal firewalls to prevent China-based staff from accessing EUV technology.
Swedish firm Saab and US company General Atomics have successfully tested an MQ-9B drone equipped with Saab's LoyalEye radar, a potential step towards drone-based Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS) capability. This technology aims to offer persistent surveillance at lower costs than traditional AWACS aircraft.
US drivers are seeing relief as national average gas prices dropped below $4 a gallon on Thursday, driven by falling oil prices and a tentative peace agreement between the US and Iran. Despite the decrease, prices remain higher than pre-war levels.
Chinese AI developers are rapidly advancing to trillion-parameter foundation models, aiming to close the gap with US rivals like OpenAI and Anthropic. This push occurs as the US implements export controls restricting access to leading AI software, impacting global availability of top-tier models.
