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Amsterdam has become the first capital city to ban public advertisements for meat and fossil fuel products, aligning its streetscape with environmental targets. Critics call the policy an overreach that tries to engineer personal choices, while supporters compare it to past tobacco ad restrictions.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met US President Donald Trump at the White House for talks covering trade, tariffs, security and critical minerals. Both leaders exchanged compliments, but the absence of a joint press appearance highlighted lingering disagreements.
The European Commission has barred EU funding for solar inverter projects involving companies from high-risk countries, including China and Russia, citing fears of grid vulnerabilities. The move, confirmed in early May, reflects growing concerns about Europe's dependence on Chinese green technology. China's Commerce Ministry has criticized the decision as unfair and discriminatory.
A Russian military analyst told TASS that Sweden's first military satellite could be used by Kiev for sabotage in northwestern Russia. He also dismissed Western media reports about US plans to infiltrate Russian space facilities as propaganda to justify US military spending. The claims come amid heightened tensions over space-based assets.
European leaders gather in Yerevan for two unprecedented summits as Armenia, long Russia's closest ally in the South Caucasus, moves closer to the EU. The events mark a significant shift in the region's geopolitical landscape, with the EU deepening ties and deploying experts to counter Russian interference.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte said European leaders have 'gotten the message' from US President Donald Trump, acknowledging US disappointment over Europe's reluctance to support the Iran war. The US announced plans to withdraw 5,000 troops from Germany, prompting European leaders to call for a stronger European role in NATO.
Botswana's men's 4x400m relay team won gold at the Debswana World Athletics Relays in Gaborone, setting an area record and champion record time of 2:54.47. The victory, in front of a home crowd of over 22,000, marks the country's second World Relays title in the event, underscoring its rise in men's sprinting.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of France Unbowed, has confirmed he will run for president in 2027, his fourth attempt. The race is wide open with Macron term-limited and Le Pen facing a possible ban, while the French left remains fragmented.
Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the European Political Community summit in Yerevan, discussing intergovernmental consultations and bilateral cooperation. Fico reiterated Slovakia's opposition to military loans for Ukraine and emphasized the importance of oil and gas transit via Ukraine for Slovakia's national interests.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in Rome for meetings with Pope Leo XIV and Italian leaders, in an effort to ease tensions triggered by President Trump's verbal attacks on the pontiff over his opposition to the US-Israeli war in Iran. The visit also comes amid friction between Washington and Rome over the conflict and its broader implications.
Reports from multiple outlets indicate the Trump administration has decided to cancel the planned deployment of long-range Tomahawk missiles to Germany, a move that has sparked mixed reactions in Europe. While some German politicians welcome the decision, defense officials warn it could widen a capability gap in European deterrence.
Serbian Foreign Minister Marko Djuric announced a formal strategic partnership with Israel following the first strategic dialogue in Jerusalem. The two countries are negotiating a free trade agreement, convening a joint economic committee, and launching a chamber of commerce. Trade has tripled in four years, and defense cooperation has deepened.
Nigeria has summoned South Africa's acting High Commissioner to express 'profound concern' over recent attacks on foreign nationals in South Africa. At least two Nigerians and four Ethiopians have been killed in recent weeks, prompting diplomatic action and voluntary evacuation of some Nigerians.
The UK government has relaxed slot rules to allow airlines to cancel or consolidate flights to conserve jet fuel, following concerns over supply disruptions from the Middle East. While officials say there is no current shortage, measures are in place to minimize disruption and protect passengers' rights.
Norwegian Football Association President Lise Klaveness has called for the abolition of the FIFA Peace Prize, arguing that awarding such honors is not within FIFA's mandate and risks politicizing the sport. The call follows FIFA's decision to award the inaugural prize to US President Donald Trump in December, which drew criticism from football officials and players, amid concerns about the impact of Trump's policies on African teams and fans.
NATO has held a series of closed-door meetings with film and TV professionals in Los Angeles, Brussels, and Paris, with another scheduled in London, prompting some screenwriters to accuse the alliance of seeking propaganda. A Russian diplomat suggested the meetings could be a precursor to a staged incident, while a think tank urges governments to engage cultural leaders to build support for defence spending.
Middle Eastern governments are reviving proposals for overland pipelines and new rail-sea corridors as wartime disruptions threaten the Strait of Hormuz and Red Sea. Led by Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and the UAE, these efforts aim to link the Indian Ocean to the Mediterranean, with Syria positioning itself as a potential energy hub.
Cuba's government has rejected new US sanctions announced by President Donald Trump, calling them 'unilateral coercive measures' and 'collective punishment.' The sanctions target individuals and entities in key sectors of Cuba's economy, and come as Cubans marched in Havana for International Workers' Day.
Amid the ongoing US-Israel conflict, Iran has intensified its crackdown on dissent, executing at least 21 people and arresting over 4,000 on national security charges since February, according to UN human rights chief Volker Türk. Reports also detail a sharp rise in executions in 2025 and the imprisonment of Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi, while exiled opposition figures like Reza Pahlavi seek to rally international attention.
The EU-Mercosur trade agreement provisionally entered into force on Friday, creating one of the world's largest free trade areas with over 700 million consumers. The deal eliminates most tariffs but faces opposition from French farmers and a pending EU court ruling on its legality.