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Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten formally apologized for the systemic mistreatment of Moluccan veterans and their families, unveiling a monument in Rotterdam. While some welcomed the recognition, others criticized it as overdue and demanded concrete action.
A severe heatwave across Europe has broken new temperature records in Germany, Denmark, and the Czech Republic, while authorities warn of major health impacts. The death toll has risen in Spain and France, and public events have been cancelled due to health risks.
Ousmane Dembélé scored a first-half hat-trick as France beat Norway 4-1 to top their group, while Senegal advanced with a 5-0 win over Iraq.
A record-breaking heatwave has spread from Western into Central and Eastern Europe, with Germany recording its highest-ever temperature and Czechia and Slovakia seeing all-time highs. The extreme heat has been linked to dozens of deaths and has prompted power cuts in Ukraine and red alerts across several countries.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has declared that Pakistan has emerged as a 'peacemaker' following its role in facilitating an agreement between the US and Iran. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's first foreign visit after the conflict was to Pakistan, where he expressed gratitude for Islamabad's mediation efforts.
President Donald Trump warned on Friday that any country imposing a digital services tax on US companies would face a 100% tariff on all goods exported to the United States. The threat, posted on Truth Social, specifically targets European nations discussing such taxes, and has drawn a swift response from the European Commission.
As Europe faces extreme temperatures, DW fact-checkers debunk viral claims about Spain's air-conditioning rules and highlight verified facts: France's record heat, drownings, WHO fan advice, and Europe's rapid warming.
Russia's rhythmic gymnastics team withdrew from the 2026 Rhythmic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup in Cluj-Napoca, Romania, after organizers banned the national flag and anthem. Russian officials condemned the decision, with the sports minister vowing to push for Romania to lose hosting rights for international tournaments.
The Bank of Russia has set the official dollar rate at 77.0611 rubles for June 27-29, 2026, up 1 ruble and 42.64 kopecks from the previous figure. The euro and yuan also rose against the ruble.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar has announced a sweeping reform package, dubbed ‘Operation Purgatory,’ aimed at dismantling the legacy of his predecessor Viktor Orban. The measures include constitutional changes, anti-corruption reforms, and the dissolution of state-linked foundations, with the EU expected to release billions in frozen funds.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described the Chinese yuan as undervalued by 30 percent and criticized Beijing’s subsidies and export practices, citing pressure on European manufacturers. The remarks come as G7 leaders stopped short of a public joint plan on China-related economic issues, according to reporting from the South China Morning Post. Trade figures show a large Chinese surplus and rising shipments to Germany.
A severe heatwave across Western and Central Europe has led to record temperatures, power outages in France, school closures in the UK, and red alerts in Italy. At least 55 deaths have been linked to the heat in France, with scientists attributing the event to human-caused climate change.
A new rapid attribution study by World Weather Attribution finds that Europe’s record-breaking June heatwave would have been virtually impossible without human-caused climate change, making such events hundreds of times more likely than in 1976. Nearly half of 850 European cities analyzed are facing record heat stress, prompting warnings about the need for rapid fossil fuel phase-out.
A Paris court ruled that TotalEnergies must account for greenhouse gas emissions from its clients' use of its products, applying France's corporate duty of vigilance law to climate change for the first time. The company has six months to amend its vigilance plan, though the court stopped short of imposing production cuts or halting new fossil fuel projects.
Russian authorities say a minor was detained in Dagestan for running an online community linked to terrorist organizations, recruiting teenagers to attack schools and spread bombing threats. The FSB alleges coordination and financing by Ukrainian special services, with claims of international expansion and confirmed involvement in multiple crimes.
A rapid analysis by World Weather Attribution concludes that Europe's recent record-breaking heat wave would have been virtually impossible without human-caused climate change. The study finds extreme temperatures are now up to 200 times more likely than two decades ago, with millions facing 40°C conditions across multiple countries.
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, urging reduced trade deficits and diversified exports. The visit highlights Dhaka's efforts to balance ties with China and India amid a complex geopolitical landscape.
Right-wing populist leaders are gaining ground across Latin America, with recent victories in Colombia, Chile, and Argentina. Analysts attribute the trend to a political landscape favoring outsiders and widespread voter discontent, rather than a deep ideological realignment.
Russia and Belarus have denied reports that Moscow is pressuring Minsk to open a new front in the Ukraine war. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy says Moscow wants Belarus more involved, while Belarusian Defence Minister Viktor Khrenin accuses the West of stoking tension and trying to drag Belarus into the conflict.
A series of powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela, killing hundreds and leaving thousands missing. International aid and rescue teams are mobilizing as the country faces its worst natural disaster in over a century.