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Diana Shnaider defeated Austria's Anastasia Potapova 6:1, 6:2, while Liudmila Samsonova beat China's Wang Xinyu 6:2, 6:2, setting up an all-Russian quarterfinal at the WTA 500 tournament in Washington.
Thousands of migrants, mostly Moroccans, crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, prompting Spanish authorities to deploy the military. Reports vary on the number of arrivals and casualties, with social media cited as a contributing factor. Spain and Morocco have reinforced border measures, and the EU has called for a coordinated response.
Greece's opposition to the EU's 21st sanctions package over a proposed ban on Russian LNG transportation has led to discussions in Brussels about revising the sanctions mechanism. The EU is reportedly preparing to grant an exemption to Greek shipping company Dynagas, which operates 27 LNG carriers.
A vehicle drove into a crowd at Berlin's Pride event, killing one person and injuring at least 16 others. The suspect, known to police, is believed to have ties to Islamist circles. Berlin's mayor and Germany's interior minister condemned the attack.
The European Union has agreed on its 21st sanctions package against Russia, targeting energy, financial services, crypto, and trade. The oil price cap is frozen at $44 for 12 months, Greece gets an LNG exemption, and new measures include bank bans and a mechanism to confiscate seized Russian oil.
Austria has reopened the building where Adolf Hitler was born as a police station, a move aimed at preventing neo-Nazi pilgrimages. The renovation cost around €20 million, and a memorial stone remains outside with an anti-fascist inscription.
EU ambassadors failed to reach an agreement on the 21st package of anti-Russian sanctions during a Brussels meeting, according to a European source. Disagreements persist over LNG transport restrictions, with Greece blocking the proposed ban.
French lawmakers have approved a landmark bill banning children under 15 from using social media, the first such ban in the European Union. The law, championed by President Emmanuel Macron, will block new accounts from September and require platforms to close existing under-15 accounts by January 2027.
Youth unemployment is rising in most world regions, with China's rate hitting 15.6% among urban 16-24-year-olds. Deutsche Welle reports that weak economic growth, AI's unclear impact, and higher employer standards are key factors, while some regions see strong youth employment growth.
Several EU countries, including Greece, Germany, and Austria, are pushing back against the bloc's 21st sanctions package on Russia, seeking exemptions or revisions to protect their economic interests. The European Commission is assessing the economic impact and may amend provisions, reflecting a broader weakening of support for new measures.
Spain claimed their second World Cup title with a 1-0 extra-time victory over Argentina, with Ferran Torres scoring the decisive goal. The match, played before a crowd of over 80,000 at MetLife Stadium, ended Lionel Messi's World Cup career on a bittersweet note.
Spain and Argentina meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday at the New York-New Jersey Stadium. Spain arrive with the tournament's best defensive record, while Argentina lean on Lionel Messi's magic in what could be his last World Cup appearance. Al Jazeera previews the clash, including team news, predicted lineups, and key stats.
Russian officials have dismissed European Union and NATO allegations of 'malicious cyber activities' as unfounded, while counter-accusing the West of aiding Ukraine's cyber operations. The Kremlin also warns that EU and Dutch actions are pushing toward large-scale conflict, and vows response to sanctions.
France and England meet in the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff, a match that offers a bronze medal, extra prize money, and a final chance for Didier Deschamps to end his 14-year tenure as France coach, while Kylian Mbappe chases Golden Boot history.
England and Argentina renew their storied rivalry in the World Cup semi-finals, with Lionel Messi facing England for the first time in his career. Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane lead England's charge, while Argentina's defense looks vulnerable, setting the stage for a star-studded clash in Atlanta.
In July 1938, representatives from 32 countries met in Evian, France, to discuss the plight of half a million Jews in Nazi Germany. Despite the urgency, no nation offered to take in significant numbers, a failure that sent a clear signal to the Nazi regime.
England and Argentina meet in a FIFA World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, renewing a rivalry steeped in political history and football drama. Coaches Lionel Scaloni and Thomas Tuchel strike contrasting tones ahead of the match, while Argentina fans celebrate a 2-1 victory that sets up a final against Spain.
Argentina are in good shape for their World Cup semifinal against England, coach Lionel Scaloni says, brushing off concerns over fatigue and defending 39-year-old captain Lionel Messi's fitness. Scaloni said the team's hopes are intact and he could not reproach his players for the difficult route they took to reach the last four.
France announced it will summon Russia's ambassador amid allegations of a widespread cyber campaign against European countries. The EU and UK imposed coordinated sanctions targeting Russian military intelligence officers, hackers, and firms accused of involvement in cyber-espionage and sabotage operations.
The European Commission is expected to propose age-appropriate restrictions on social media for children, following expert recommendations presented by President Ursula von der Leyen. A tiered approach would allow under-13s limited supervised use, with curbs gradually lifted for older teens.