Uganda's president sworn in for record seventh term
Yoweri Museveni, 81, won disputed elections in January to extend his 40-year rule.

Yoweri Museveni, 81, won disputed elections in January to extend his 40-year rule.

Ukrainian President Zelensky will attend a NATO meeting in Turkey to request urgent air defense systems amid escalating Russian attacks. He also plans to meet with Donald Trump to discuss pressuring Russia into peace talks.

The Trump administration is offering significant healthcare aid to African countries, but with conditions requiring increased national spending and prioritizing US firms. This shift from traditional donor-NGO models faces resistance from some governments concerned about data privacy, economic interests, and a move away from global cooperation.

Following England's victory, pubs saw a significant surge in sales, with millions of pints sold and extended licensing hours. Conversely, school attendance dropped, with some pupils arriving late or absent, sparking debate between a government minister and a player.

Ukraine's Air Force stated a "serious shortage" of interceptor missiles prevented them from shooting down any of the 23 ballistic missiles Russia fired at Kyiv. At least 15 people were killed in the capital, with more casualties in the wider region. President Zelensky urged allies to provide air defenses at the upcoming NATO summit.

Russia launched 23 ballistic missiles at Kyiv, none of which were intercepted due to a "serious shortage" of missiles, Ukraine's Air Force stated. At least 22 people were killed and 56 injured in the attack, which also involved cruise missiles and drones. President Zelensky urged allies to provide more air defenses.

A wildfire near Perpignan, France, has forced the evacuation of over 10,000 people from towns and villages in the French Pyrenees. The fire has burned at least 4,600 hectares, with authorities warning of deteriorating conditions due to strong winds. The Tour de France has implemented exceptional measures to allow emergency access.