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The UK's National Crime Agency has uncovered a 'truly international' network of men allegedly drugging and sexually assaulting women, arresting eight people and identifying more than 270 individuals linked to an online forum. The case has drawn comparisons to the Gisèle Pelicot case, and similar incidents have been reported across Europe.
An explosion at a residential building in Monaco on June 29 injured three members of the same family, including Ukrainian-born businessman Vadim Yermolayev. Reports suggest the suspect is a 30-year-old Ukrainian woman residing in Germany, with investigations ongoing into the motive.
Alex de Minaur advanced to the Wimbledon fourth round with a hard-fought win over Zach Svajda, while an early exit for Ben Shelton opened up his path. The Australian fifth seed has spoken about his focus on surviving the first week and improving as the tournament progresses.
Hundreds of shoppers besieged Lidl supermarkets in and around Paris, scrambling for air-cooling units on sale for as low as €179 amid a record heatwave and forecasts of more hot weather. Police were called to at least two stores, and one entrance was broken in Nanterre.
China has indicated a willingness to explore ways to cut its massive trade surplus with the EU, including through purchase agreements and tariff reductions, during high-level talks in Brussels. The EU, facing a record €360.6 billion trade deficit, has proposed a joint monitoring mechanism and warned of potential safeguard measures if progress is not made by October.
Ukrainian businessman Vadim Yermolaev has emerged from a coma after a bomb blast in Monaco, while investigators, per Le Figaro, suspect a woman, Anastasia Berezovskaya, of carrying out the attack. The explosion wounded three, including Yermolaev's companion, and has led to an arrest warrant and an Interpol red notice.
An explosion in Monaco on June 29 injured Ukrainian businessman Vadim Yermolayev. Investigators reportedly suspect the SBU's involvement, while a suspect is believed to be in a European country. Denis Pushilin, head of the DPR, called the blast a precursor to more attacks.
Multiple wildfires are burning across southern France, forcing thousands of evacuations and straining firefighting resources. Authorities attribute the blazes to a combination of dry weather, record temperatures, and strong winds.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani's Beirut visit underscores Damascus's preference for dialogue over military intervention, despite US President Donald Trump's suggestions that Syria could help combat Hezbollah. The visit included meetings with Lebanese leaders and a clear denial of any military intentions.
Russia has signaled readiness to facilitate a comprehensive long-term agreement between Iran and the United States, and to support related UN Security Council efforts. Russian diplomats cite their updated collective security concept for the Persian Gulf and recent ceasefire understandings as evidence of progress.
KNDS, Europe's largest tankmaker, has postponed its planned stock market flotation, citing volatility in the European defense sector. The IPO was intended to allow the German government to acquire a 40% stake, aligning with France's planned reduced shareholding. Berlin has expressed continued commitment to the project.
The Vatican has excommunicated six bishops of the ultraconservative Society of St Pius X after the group consecrated four new bishops without papal approval, and declared all priests and formal adherents of the group to be in schism. The decree, issued by the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, also ruled that the society's sacraments are now illicit.
A BBC investigation has revealed that Twana Jamal, a convicted people smuggler once dubbed 'the godfather' of Calais migrant camps, is living in Leicestershire. The Conservatives are calling for his arrest and deportation, while the Home Office says it wants evidence to take action.
The Vatican has excommunicated four bishops of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) and two other bishops after the group consecrated new bishops without papal approval. The SSPX, a traditionalist Catholic group with around 600,000 followers globally, has been declared schismatic, though the Vatican has signaled a willingness to welcome back those who leave the group.
French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the 9th World Congress Against the Death Penalty in Paris, warning that abolition is not a settled achievement and expressing alarm over rising executions. He cited statistics showing executions reached a record high since 1981, while 25,000 people live under sentence of death.
Algeria holds parliamentary elections on Thursday with nearly 25 million voters choosing among 1,235 candidates for 407 seats. The vote is marked by public apathy, concerns over cost of living and political freedoms, and the distraction of the national football team's World Cup match. Authorities barred 269 candidates, including figures from the opposition MSP and the Hirak movement.
Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger have officially initiated their withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, a process they first signaled in September. The ICC has voiced concern, warning that such departures risk undermining global justice efforts, while the Sahel states have denounced the court as a tool of neocolonial repression.
The European Union's highest court dismissed Google's final appeal against a €4.1 billion antitrust fine, confirming the penalty for abusing Android's dominance to restrict competition. The ruling ends an eight-year legal battle and is expected to embolden further antitrust actions in the EU and elsewhere.
New UBS data shows Australia ranks third-highest in median wealth globally, with over 25,000 new millionaires added last year. However, reports highlight a growing divide between average and median wealth, suggesting gains have favored the wealthiest.
Jock Campbell will play his first Test since 2022 in the Wallabies' Nations Championship opener against Ireland, while veteran prop James Slipper and three uncapped players have been included in the squad.