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At a NATO summit in Ankara, leaders unveiled tens of billions of dollars in arms deals while President Trump voiced disappointment with allies. Tensions over defence spending and support for Ukraine were balanced by commitments to increase aid and defence budgets.
A landslide in Gansu province, China, has killed at least 21 people and injured seven, with rescue operations now complete. The incident occurred in Tanchang county, trapping 33 people, many of whom were temporary forestry workers. The region is prone to such disasters during the rainy season.
South Korean Foreign Minister Cho Hyun met Japanese counterpart Toshimitsu Motegi on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara, pledging deeper bilateral ties and cooperation. The two also joined US Secretary of State Marco Rubio for trilateral talks reaffirming commitment to denuclearizing the Korean Peninsula and signing an MOU on small modular reactors.
In the aftermath of the US-Israeli war in Iran, regional powers are shaping a new security architecture. While the US pushes a track linking Iran's containment to Gulf security and the Abraham Accords, a regional autonomy track involving Pakistan, Turkiye, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt is gaining momentum, and China supports de-escalation through Saudi-Iranian rapprochement.
Senator Mitch McConnell has been hospitalized since June 14 with few details released, prompting speculation among Republicans about his condition and his ability to return to work. His office confirms he is recovering but has not disclosed the reason for his hospitalization.
Solomon Islands Prime Minister Matthew Wale has proposed a Pacific-wide security agreement and condemned China's recent missile test in the region, saying 'this is not something a friend does.' Fiji and Papua New Guinea leaders also voiced objections, signaling a potential shift in regional attitudes toward China.
The foreign ministers of South Korea, the United States, and Japan signed a memorandum of understanding on the sidelines of a NATO summit, establishing a framework for trilateral cooperation to accelerate small modular reactor deployments in the Indo-Pacific. The U.S. announced over $10 million in new funding to support the initiative, which officials say aims to meet growing energy demands while upholding high standards of nuclear safety and nonproliferation.
South Korea has formally objected to the U.S. Trade Representative's proposed 12.5 percent tariff on South Korean goods over forced labor concerns, calling it unwarranted and disproportionate. Both the South Korean Embassy and the Korea International Trade Association have submitted comments requesting revision or deferral, citing Seoul's strong legal framework against forced labor.
President Trump told reporters in Ankara that disagreements over Greenland's status have strained relations with NATO allies. He reiterated that the island should be under US control, citing its strategic importance and perceived lack of Danish support.
Chinese AI startup DeepSeek is developing its own AI chip for inference, a move that reflects a broader trend among Chinese AI labs toward proprietary silicon. The company has been quietly hiring chip-design talent and is in early-stage development, according to reports.
China conducted a submarine-launched missile test in the South Pacific, drawing sharp criticism from Australia, Japan, and New Zealand. The test highlights China's growing military capabilities and its challenge to the US-led security order in the region.
Moscow Zoo director Svetlana Akulova has confirmed ongoing talks with Chinese partners to retain Katyusha, the first giant panda cub born in Russia, despite an agreement requiring her return to China. China's Foreign Ministry has expressed readiness to continue cooperation on panda protection, while the zoo builds a new enclosure that could house Katyusha and a potential mate.
India's ambassador to China, Vikram Doraiswami, proposed creating new institutional frameworks akin to the AIIB to counter 'security-first' global economic trends, while urging Beijing to open its market further to Indian goods and investments. His remarks at the World Peace Forum come amid expanding bilateral trade despite ongoing political strains.
The UN Human Rights Council has unanimously condemned the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) for escalating violence in and around El Obeid, warning of an imminent risk of mass atrocities. The European Parliament has called on EU member states to designate the RSF as a terrorist organization, while UN officials and civil society urge immediate action to prevent further crimes and ensure accountability.
A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen's graft conviction but reduced her sentence, allowing her to potentially run for president in 2027. Le Pen denies wrongdoing and plans to appeal to France's top court. Meanwhile, a separate EU funds investigation continues.
NATO's 32 member states are holding two days of talks in Ankara, Turkey, to review progress since last year's summit in The Hague and address divisions over defence spending, the Ukraine war, and the Iran conflict. US pressure on allies to raise budgets to 5% of GDP, along with a fragile US-Iran ceasefire, dominate discussions.
Liberian authorities have formally charged five people in connection with the seizure of more than 200kg of cocaine at Roberts International Airport, valued at $19 million. The investigation, led by Inspector General Gregory Coleman, has uncovered evidence of logistics company complicity and prompted President Joseph Boakai to order a combined police and anti-drug agency probe.
Severe storms and flooding in southern and central China have killed at least 17 people, injured hundreds, and displaced tens of thousands. President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out rescue efforts as officials warn of more extreme weather.
A tanker was struck by an unknown projectile off the coast of Oman near the Strait of Hormuz, catching fire. The incident has heightened concerns over shipping security in the vital waterway, with reports of multiple vessels attacked and suspicion falling on Iran.
North Korea has issued commemorative stamps marking the 65th anniversary of its mutual defense treaty with China and Xi Jinping's recent Pyongyang visit. Premier Pak Thae-song is set to visit China for anniversary events, as both countries move to deepen bilateral ties.