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Secretary of State Marco Rubio convened representatives from more than 60 countries to refocus international counterterrorism on 'far-left terror,' a move that has drawn criticism from Democrats and civil liberties advocates who question the data behind the designation.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron have reaffirmed their commitment to close cooperation, including unprecedented German participation in French nuclear exercises. The moves come as France prepares for presidential elections in 2027, with far-right leader Marine Le Pen leading in polls.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Georgy Borisenko claims Ukrainian military personnel are present in several African countries, attempting to open a 'second front' against Russia. He alleges Ukrainian instructors are training Islamist militants in Mali, used unmanned boats against a Russian tanker in Libya, and participated in the capture of El Fasher in Sudan. Borisenko also accuses France of directly supporting Ukrainian involvement in terrorist groups in Africa.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the Kiev regime is concerned that the Iran conflict is diverting Western attention from Ukraine, while also describing his talks with Azerbaijan's foreign minister as productive and candid. He responded to Western offers of help by noting Russia's military capabilities.
Portugal's and France's men's national soccer teams flew on Global Crossing Airlines (GlobalX) aircraft during the World Cup, the same charter company that has operated hundreds of deportation flights for the Trump administration, including one that brought Venezuelans to a Salvadoran mega-prison. A lawsuit now accuses GlobalX and CSI Aviation of human rights abuses for their role in those deportations.
France and England meet in the 2026 World Cup third-place playoff, a match that offers a bronze medal, extra prize money, and a final chance for Didier Deschamps to end his 14-year tenure as France coach, while Kylian Mbappe chases Golden Boot history.
G7 foreign ministers and the EU's foreign policy chief have called on Sudan's Rapid Support Forces to immediately cease actions that could lead to further atrocities or endanger civilians in El-Obeid, including drone strikes and aid blockades. The appeal, backed by a UN warning of 'imminent risk of mass atrocities' in Kordofan, also urges all parties to stop hostilities and allow humanitarian access. The leaders additionally backed expanding the Darfur arms embargo to all of Sudan.
Spain and Argentina face off in the 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey. The match is scheduled for Sunday, July 19, at 3pm local time (19:00 GMT), with a halftime show featuring Madonna, Shakira, Justin Bieber, and BTS, and US President Donald Trump expected to attend and present the trophy.
Russian officials have accused the European Union of becoming a distributor of military orders for Ukraine, while downplaying planned Coalition of the Willing exercises in Poland as symbolic. The statements come amid heightened tensions over Western support for Ukraine.
Vadym Iermolaiev, the Ukrainian businessman injured in a Monaco bombing, has accused Ukraine's military intelligence agency of orchestrating the attack. The suspected bomber, Anastasia Berezovska, was found dead near Kyiv, and two men have been arrested in connection with her killing. The case has raised questions about the involvement of Ukrainian intelligence agencies.
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.
Giovanni Castellucci, former CEO of Autostrade per l'Italia, was sentenced to 12 years in prison for his role in the 2018 Morandi Bridge collapse in Genoa, which killed 43 people. The verdict, delivered after a lengthy trial, was met with mixed reactions from victims' families and the defendants.
A new Forbidden Stories investigation alleges Moroccan intelligence used Pegasus spyware against French officials, including PM Sébastien Lecornu, while France briefly considered purchasing the same technology. Morocco denies the accusations.
Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the World Cup semifinal in Atlanta, with Lionel Messi playing a key role in both goals. Argentina will face Spain in the final, while England will play France in the third-place match.
Dozens of students and parents marched peacefully outside the French Embassy in Yaoundé to protest new financial rules for Cameroonian students admitted to private institutions in France. The measures require proof of full tuition payment before visa issuance, prompting calls for dialogue.
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.
Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress (Israel), discusses the US-Iran MoU, Trump's Iran strategy, and a meeting with Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi in Paris, expressing optimism about Iran's future and renewed Israeli-Iranian ties.
The British government has called on FIFA to investigate Argentine players who displayed a banner claiming sovereignty over the Falkland Islands after their World Cup semifinal win over England. FIFA has opened a disciplinary investigation. Argentine President Javier Milei called the gesture 'perfectly valid'.
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.