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On the Day of Remembrance for Child Victims of the War in Donbass, Russian officials accused Western countries and EU leaders of encouraging the Kiev regime's attacks on children. The Russian Foreign Ministry and Ambassador to Italy made statements, citing casualties and a commemorative prayer service in Rome.
Russian President Vladimir Putin told lawmakers that Russia is going through a defining moment in its history, facing external pressure and sanctions, but remains stable and capable of achieving its goals. He thanked the State Duma for its work and stressed unity in defending national interests.
Russia's Kremlin has stated there is no immediate prospect of resuming peace talks with Ukraine, while remaining open to negotiations. Separately, reports indicate a sudden halt in US-Iran strikes and declining EU support for Ukraine.
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.
Firefighters in France and Spain are battling massive wildfires that have forced hundreds of thousands from their homes, with a fresh heatwave threatening to worsen conditions. French President Emmanuel Macron has called a crisis cabinet meeting, while Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez visits affected areas as officials warn of 'decisive' hours ahead.
Iran has warned Ukraine of consequences after a Ukrainian attack on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea killed one sailor. Tehran accuses Israel of orchestrating the attack, while Kyiv says it targeted Russian-linked military cargo. A senior Iranian lawmaker has echoed threats of retaliation.
Russian Senator Alexey Pushkov said in a TASS interview that Russia has entered a prolonged 'ice war' with Europe, more intense than the Cold War, blaming a 'self-complacent, arrogant, and ill-educated' generation of Western politicians. He also argued that the West needs Ukraine to consolidate neo-liberal rule and resist Russia, China, and the Global South.
Wildfires raging in France and Spain have forced the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of people, with the historic city of Bordeaux under threat. Authorities report unprecedented conditions as fires advance through the Cap Ferret peninsula and areas surrounding the city.
Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for international cooperation on AI governance, announcing the creation of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (Waico) with 29 founding members including Pakistan. The initiative highlights growing competition between US, EU, and Chinese approaches to regulating the rapidly evolving technology.
Intense wildfires have advanced toward the outskirts of Bordeaux, forcing the evacuation of over 220,000 people in France and tens of thousands in Spain. The fires have consumed vast areas, with a new fire in Valencia claiming one life, while international aid has been mobilized.
Russian President Vladimir Putin said at a meeting with Navy servicemen that years of aggressive Western actions, including NATO's eastward expansion and the 2014 Kiev coup, forced Moscow to launch its special military operation. He denied any Russian aggression, asserting Russia only responds to hostilities unleashed by Kiev with Western support.
More than 80 UK MPs and peers have urged the new prime minister to impose a full arms embargo and ban trade with Israeli settlements, while the government says it is working on a plan to ban goods and services from the settlements. The EU is also considering a similar measure, drawing condemnation from Israel's foreign minister.
Israeli forces have escalated operations across the occupied West Bank, detaining hundreds of Palestinians and raiding numerous towns and villages. Simultaneously, settler attacks on Palestinian communities and property have surged, with reports of injuries, vandalism, and arson. The crackdown follows a shootout that killed four Palestinians and two Israeli soldiers.
A Ukrainian strike on an Iranian commercial vessel in the Caspian Sea has killed one sailor and wounded another, prompting Tehran to summon Ukraine's diplomats and accuse Kyiv of a 'hostile and criminal' act. The incident raises concerns about a new front in the overlapping conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.
UNESCO's World Heritage Committee has inscribed the D-Day landing beaches in Normandy, France, and Greece's Mount Olympus on its World Heritage List. The decisions were announced during the committee's session in Busan, South Korea, which also added sites in Japan, South Sudan, Iran, and Jordan.
Romania's military has shot down three drones in as many days, prompting Bucharest to summon Russia's ambassador. The incidents have heightened concerns about the Russia-Ukraine war spilling over into NATO territory.
France’s National Assembly passed an emergency agriculture bill on Tuesday by 296 votes to 224, allowing the possible temporary reauthorisation of two EU-permitted but French-banned pesticides. The decision has sparked outrage among beekeepers and environmentalists, who warn of severe risks to bee populations and biodiversity.
Ukraine plans to restore 6 GW of generation capacity, but current system capacity of 11-12 GW falls short of the 18-19 GW needed for winter. A Ukrainian deputy also warns that key power plants lack adequate protection.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Damascus on Saturday for the first visit by a serving UN chief to Syria since 2009, meeting President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani. He pledged support for reconstruction, condemned actions in the Golan Heights, and urged international backing for the country's transition. Syrian officials called for an Israeli withdrawal from southern areas.
More than 250,000 people have been evacuated as wildfires sweep through France and Spain, with Spain declaring a national emergency. The fires have caused deaths, destroyed homes, and prompted France's largest peacetime evacuation. Officials attribute the blazes to heatwaves and the climate crisis.