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The UN's International Maritime Organization has temporarily paused its evacuation of stranded vessels from the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship was attacked. Iran has criticised the plan, while the IMO works with countries to resume operations.
As Europe faces extreme temperatures, DW fact-checkers debunk viral claims about Spain's air-conditioning rules and highlight verified facts: France's record heat, drownings, WHO fan advice, and Europe's rapid warming.
The Bank of Russia has set the official dollar rate at 77.0611 rubles for June 27-29, 2026, up 1 ruble and 42.64 kopecks from the previous figure. The euro and yuan also rose against the ruble.
Argentina have already secured top spot in Group J, and coach Lionel Scaloni is expected to rest key players for the final group match against Jordan. Lionel Messi will start on the bench but may feature later, while several players are in line for their World Cup debuts. Jordan, already eliminated, are playing for pride after two losses in their first World Cup.
Countries around the world, including the US, Iran, and Cuba, have pledged aid to Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck the country on Wednesday, leaving hundreds dead and injured. The death toll estimates vary, with official figures rising to at least 235.
Germany topped Group E despite a loss to Ecuador, while Ivory Coast qualified for the knockout stages for the first time. The Netherlands secured a 5-1 win over Sweden, Japan celebrated the 1000th World Cup match with a 4-0 win over Tunisia, and Curaçao earned their first World Cup point with a draw against Ecuador.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has described the Chinese yuan as undervalued by 30 percent and criticized Beijing’s subsidies and export practices, citing pressure on European manufacturers. The remarks come as G7 leaders stopped short of a public joint plan on China-related economic issues, according to reporting from the South China Morning Post. Trade figures show a large Chinese surplus and rising shipments to Germany.
A severe heatwave across Western and Central Europe has led to record temperatures, power outages in France, school closures in the UK, and red alerts in Italy. At least 55 deaths have been linked to the heat in France, with scientists attributing the event to human-caused climate change.
A new rapid attribution study by World Weather Attribution finds that Europe’s record-breaking June heatwave would have been virtually impossible without human-caused climate change, making such events hundreds of times more likely than in 1976. Nearly half of 850 European cities analyzed are facing record heat stress, prompting warnings about the need for rapid fossil fuel phase-out.
A Paris court ruled that TotalEnergies must account for greenhouse gas emissions from its clients' use of its products, applying France's corporate duty of vigilance law to climate change for the first time. The company has six months to amend its vigilance plan, though the court stopped short of imposing production cuts or halting new fossil fuel projects.
The FIFA World Cup 2026 continues with a full slate of matches, including Brazil's opener against Morocco, the US facing Australia, and the final group-stage games in Groups G, H, and I. Mexico has become the first team to reach the knockout stage with a perfect record, while off-pitch stories include notable absences and visa issues.
Twin earthquakes struck Venezuela on Wednesday, killing at least 235 people and wounding over 4,300. International rescue teams are racing to find survivors, with the US pledging $150 million in aid.
Ivory Coast advanced to the World Cup knockout stage for the first time in their history with a 2-0 victory over Curaçao, courtesy of two goals from Nicolas Pépé. The win sparked celebrations in Abidjan and set up a last-32 clash against either France or Norway on June 30.
A rapid analysis by World Weather Attribution concludes that Europe's recent record-breaking heat wave would have been virtually impossible without human-caused climate change. The study finds extreme temperatures are now up to 200 times more likely than two decades ago, with millions facing 40°C conditions across multiple countries.
Two powerful earthquakes struck Venezuela near the capital, killing at least 235 people and injuring thousands. Rescue efforts continue as international teams arrive, with the US pledging $150 million in aid.
Côte d'Ivoire secured a historic 2-0 victory over Curaçao in their final Group E match, with Nicolas Pépé scoring twice to send the Elephants into the World Cup knockout stage for the first time. The win confirmed second place in the group and set up a round-of-32 meeting with the Group I runners-up.
Oil prices rose after an attack on a cargo vessel in the Strait of Hormuz and renewed US-Iran strikes, raising doubts about the return to normal shipping in the critical waterway. Brent crude saw gains across multiple trading sessions as geopolitical tensions persisted.
Ivory Coast coach Emerse Fae expressed disappointment over Bastian Schweinsteiger's description of 'African football' as 'a bit unorthodox, a bit wild,' calling it 'odd' and potentially 'racist.' The comments sparked debate in Germany and among experts, who point to long-standing colonial stereotypes. Schweinsteiger defended his remarks as 'football analysis.'
The Netherlands secured first place in Group F at the 2026 World Cup with a 3-1 win over Tunisia, while Japan and Sweden drew 1-1 to both advance. Tunisia's campaign ended with no points and only one goal scored.
The International Maritime Organization has temporarily halted its plan to evacuate over 11,000 seafarers stranded in the Strait of Hormuz after a cargo ship was struck by an unknown projectile. The incident occurred despite a recent US-Iran memorandum of understanding, and Iran has not claimed responsibility. The IMO had earlier announced the evacuation would proceed with regional cooperation.