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The European Union has noted 'issues' in Pakistan's compliance with GSP+ obligations, warning that Islamabad must address shortcomings to qualify under revised trade rules effective 2027. Pakistan's Foreign Office expressed disappointment, citing the report's unbalanced narrative while reaffirming commitment to reforms.
Ukraine's Verkhovna Rada has approved a new Cabinet, appointing 16 ministers and Sergey Koretsky as prime minister, following the dismissal of Yulia Sviridenko. The appointments exclude the defense and foreign ministers, whose nominations await President Zelensky.
Deputy Secretary of Russia's Security Council Yury Kokov has criticized European Union leaders for prioritizing defense industry interests over citizens' welfare, referencing NATO's increased defense spending and planned aid to Ukraine. He also accused European leaders of betraying their peoples and engaging in actions against disloyal states.
In May 2026, the EU paid the highest amount for Russian pipeline gas and LNG in nearly a year and a half, totaling 1.5 billion euros, according to Eurostat data. France, Spain, and Belgium were among the largest buyers, while overall purchases in the first five months fell by 10%.
Russia's envoy to the OSCE, Dmitry Polyansky, has accused European nations of banking on Russia's military defeat and of preparing for armed conflict, warning that Moscow would respond if NATO and the EU choose war. His remarks, reported by TASS, also criticized Europe's stance on Ukrainian conscripts and its reaction to attacks on Russian territory.
A coalition of 46 human rights and humanitarian organizations has called on the EU to suspend border and migration control support to Tunisia, citing serious human rights violations linked to the 2023 Memorandum of Understanding. The groups say EU funding has trained and equipped abusive entities, including the Tunisian Coast Guard, and that the agreement has normalized abuses against migrants and refugees.
Ukraine's parliament has approved Serhii Koretskyi, head of state energy company Naftogaz, as the new prime minister. The vote came amid protests over the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov and as the government prepares for another wartime winter.
Nobel laureate Philippe Aghion warns that Europe risks repeating past mistakes by not fully embracing artificial intelligence, which could widen the economic gap with the US. He suggests focusing on AI in traditional strengths like health and proposes a European DARPA to boost research and financing.
Large protests erupted in several Ukrainian cities following President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to remove Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, a popular moderniser credited with drone innovation and anti-corruption reforms. Demonstrators demanded his reinstatement, while a deputy air force commander resigned in protest and the Kremlin said it was monitoring the reshuffle.
The United States will impose 25% tariffs on a range of Brazilian imports starting July 22, following a year-long investigation that found unfair trade practices. Brazil has condemned the tariffs as unjust and politically motivated, and has requested WTO consultations while threatening reciprocal measures.
South Korea will develop a sovereign AI model focused on cybersecurity by the end of 2026, responding to recent US export controls on advanced AI systems. Science Minister Bae Kyung-hoon announced the plan, highlighting the need to strengthen domestic AI capabilities amid growing digital threats.
Deputy Secretary of the Russian Security Council Yury Kokov accused NATO of unleashing more than 30 military-terrorist conflicts in the past 25 years, costing trillions of dollars. He also criticized the EU for aligning with NATO's aggressive policies and claimed Western military-industrial corporations are escalating conflicts for profit.
Russia’s envoy to the Vienna talks on military security said EU defense spending in several member states is nearing pre-World War II levels, citing an EU goal of 'defense readiness' by 2030. She also said EU countries are preparing infrastructure for a large-scale conflict, including in the Netherlands. EU defense spending rose by 20% in 2025 to 418 billion euros, according to the European Defense Agency.
Coupang Inc. paid $250,000 to lobby the White House, House, and USTR in Q2 via Ballard Partners. The move came as a House Judiciary Committee report and a White House official criticized South Korea's probes into Coupang's data leak as 'discriminatory.'
Andy Burnham, former Greater Manchester mayor, is set to become the UK's next prime minister after being the only candidate to replace Keir Starmer. His rapid rise draws criticism over lack of scrutiny, while he pledges continuity on NATO and tougher Israel sanctions.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu's visit to Kiev for the Ukraine-Southeast Europe Summit may involve preparations for arms transit through Moldovan territory, according to a Russian-Moldovan expert. The report also covers Moldova's military buildup and criticism from former president Igor Dodon.
The European Commission has withdrawn a €2 million grant from the Venice Biennale due to the reopening of the Russian pavilion, citing the need for culture to uphold democratic values. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov expressed regret over what he called attempts to cancel Russian culture in the West, while the Biennale plans to challenge the decision.
Border controls between Spain and Gibraltar have been dismantled after a post-Brexit treaty between the UK, EU, Spain, and Gibraltar. The agreement removes the border fence, brings Gibraltar into the Schengen area, and allows residents to cross with residence cards. Officials hailed the deal as historic, while the status of Gibraltar remains contested.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced a new EU-Ukraine drone production deal during a visit to Kyiv, as Russian ballistic missiles struck the capital. The agreement aims to combine Ukraine's battlefield expertise with Europe's industrial capacity, building on similar deals Kyiv has signed with individual nations.
The border fence between Gibraltar and Spain was removed at midnight as a new EU-UK treaty came into force, integrating the British territory into the Schengen Area. Crowds on both sides celebrated the end of routine checks, while officials described the moment as historic.