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France’s annual Choose France summit drew pledges of €93 billion in foreign investment, with artificial intelligence and data infrastructure dominating. Japanese tech giant SoftBank announced a €75 billion AI infrastructure investment, while the French government unveiled additional funding for AI and quantum computing as it seeks strategic autonomy.
Aleksandar Vulin, Serbia's former deputy prime minister, expressed doubts about Europe's sincerity in seeking dialogue with Russia, suggesting that direct talks with Russian officials would be more appropriate than using a mediator. He also criticized European leaders for forgetting the horrors of World War II, citing German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's recent remarks about preparing for conflict with Russia by 2030.
Russian officials have accused Ukraine of nuclear terrorism following a series of drone and artillery strikes on the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant, warning of a potential radiation catastrophe across Europe. The claims, reported by TASS, include assertions that Western support has enabled the attacks and that the international community has failed to respond adequately.
Malaysia has begun enforcing age verification rules that prevent children under 16 from opening or holding social media accounts. Platforms face fines up to 10 million ringgit ($2.5 million) for non-compliance. The measure is part of a broader global push to protect minors online.
South Korea and representatives from 50 African countries convened in Seoul for the Korea-Africa Foreign Ministers' Meeting, agreeing to strengthen economic and strategic cooperation in supply chains and critical minerals. Bilateral talks and a business forum highlighted African nations' proposals for investment and governance partnerships.
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee Ka-chiu concluded a five-day visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, sealing 96 agreements worth over US$1.65 billion. The mission aimed to explore new markets, bolster economic ties, and position Hong Kong as a gateway for mainland companies going global.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich traveled to Washington to meet Latin American leaders and advance the Isaac Accords, a framework aimed at deepening diplomatic and economic ties with countries including Argentina, Uruguay, Panama, and Costa Rica. The initiative, inspired by the Abraham Accords, focuses on defense and technology cooperation, and includes the launch of a direct flight between Israel and Argentina.
Italian authorities have banned concerts by Kanye West and Travis Scott scheduled for July in Reggio Emilia, citing public order and safety concerns. The decision follows requests from the local Jewish community and concerns about potential protests. West has faced a wave of cancellations across Europe this summer.
India's Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh announced at the Shangri-La Dialogue that a deal to supply BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles to Vietnam has been signed, with a similar agreement with Indonesia in its final stages. The Philippines remains the first foreign buyer of the system, and the Vietnam deal is estimated at around $629 million.
The International Atomic Energy Agency has requested access to examine a turbine building at the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant after a reported drone strike. Russia accuses Ukraine of deliberately attacking the plant, while Ukraine denies involvement. The incident has raised renewed concerns over nuclear safety amid ongoing hostilities.
Reports on US-Iran negotiations present conflicting pictures: some sources indicate a possible agreement to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, while others highlight ongoing disagreements and skepticism from Tehran. The deal, if reached, would be a memorandum of understanding, with final approval pending from President Trump.
Kirill Dmitriev, a Russian presidential envoy, claimed that German industry has become uncompetitive due to higher energy costs linked to the decoupling from Russian energy. He also stated that European countries lost about €3 trillion since reducing Russian energy imports, and announced plans to meet with Germany's AfD party to discuss restoring Nord Stream pipelines.
The European Commission has agreed on a tough new approach to trade relations with China, including potential new instruments to compel companies to diversify suppliers and broader use of safeguards. China has vowed retaliation, while both sides are preparing for high-level talks to manage tensions.
Slovakia's Foreign Minister Juraj Blanar has criticized EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas for ruling out EU mediation in the Ukraine conflict, saying the bloc's stance has led it into a dead end. The minister stressed the need for dialogue and swift resolution, warning of major economic consequences for the EU.
Top European diplomats say the EU should be a full participant in Ukraine peace talks rather than a mediator, citing the bloc's support for Kyiv. Polish Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski echoed this view, while French and EU officials stressed the need for continued pressure on Russia.
As the European Commission unveils its tech sovereignty roadmap, the EU faces the challenge of competing with the US and China in artificial intelligence while managing labor market disruption and creative sector concerns. Reports highlight grassroots upskilling in Ireland, manufacturing productivity gains, and the need for a rules-based approach to AI governance.
Xenia Fedorova, former head of RT France, has become a prominent commentator in Vincent Bolloré's media outlets, raising concerns about foreign influence as France approaches the 2027 election. Critics, including Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot, accuse her of spreading Kremlin narratives, while authorities navigate legal limits on free speech.
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney called for a reimagined partnership with the United States in a New York speech, while also pushing for closer ties with Europe and diversification of Canadian exports. The remarks come ahead of the mandatory USMCA review in July and a G7 summit in France.
Oil prices fell sharply on Friday and Monday amid growing investor optimism that the US and Iran may reach a ceasefire extension, potentially easing tensions that have disrupted global energy markets. Brent crude dropped below $100 a barrel for the first time in weeks, though analysts caution that a full recovery of oil flows could take months.
Lionel Messi will captain Argentina at the 2026 World Cup, with coach Lionel Scaloni confirming a 26-man squad that notably omits Franco Mastantuono. Despite injury concerns for Messi and others, Scaloni has played down the severity, while Thiago Almada emerges as a likely starter alongside Messi.