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Cristiano Ronaldo scored twice as Portugal beat Uzbekistan 5-0 at the 2026 World Cup, becoming the first player to score in six different World Cup tournaments. The 41-year-old captain's brace helped Portugal take the lead in Group K with four points.
Mediators Qatar and Pakistan announced a deconfliction cell involving the US, Iran, Lebanon and others to curb military operations in Lebanon and prevent escalation between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli leaders rejected the arrangement for excluding Israel and giving Iran a role, while US Vice President JD Vance described it as a step to protect both Lebanese sovereignty and Israeli security.
Airbus will inspect 16 A380 aircraft, including one Qantas plane, after cracks were found in a key wing component. The European Union Aviation Safety Agency ordered urgent inspections following the discovery during routine maintenance.
The Seoul International Book Fair opened Wednesday at COEX, expecting 150,000 visitors amid a 'text-hip' reading trend. The 68th edition features 538 exhibitors from 18 nations, with France as guest country of honor. First lady Kim Hea Kyung delivered a congratulatory speech at the opening.
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed that US President Donald Trump will join him in presenting the World Cup trophy at the final on 19 July. The announcement came alongside other World Cup news, including France coach Didier Deschamps' absence due to a family bereavement and Cristiano Ronaldo's record of scoring in six World Cups.
The UN's International Maritime Organization has launched an operation to evacuate more than 11,000 sailors stranded in the Strait of Hormuz since February, following an interim US-Iran deal. The operation is coordinated with regional states, while shipping traffic is slowly resuming and diplomatic disputes over nuclear inspections persist.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington will make new decisions on Iran if Tehran refuses to accept IAEA inspectors, while Iran's deputy foreign minister conditioned access on full US sanctions relief. The statements follow a June 17 memorandum of understanding and June 21 talks in Switzerland.
The UK has broken its June temperature record for three consecutive days, with the Met Office issuing rare red warnings. Schools, hospitals, and transport networks are struggling, while experts attribute the extreme heat to climate breakdown.
A severe heatwave in France has forced the early closure of the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre museum, with officials citing high temperatures and visitor safety. The closures are part of broader disruptions, including school closures and train cancellations, as the country adapts to extreme heat.
Ghana head coach Carlos Queiroz has declared that the Black Stars will draw on the support of the entire nation when they face England in a pivotal World Cup group match. Queiroz praised his players' adaptability and commitment ahead of the tournament opener against Panama, while the squad acknowledged the energy provided by fans in Toronto.
France has registered its hottest night on record amid a heatwave that has swept across the country, with temperatures particularly intense in Bordeaux, southwestern France, on June 21, 2026. The record, reported by France 24, comes as the nation grapples with the effects of extreme heat.
President Lee Jae Myung hosted foreign ambassadors and heads of international organizations for a dinner at Cheong Wa Dae, featuring Korean dishes and discussions of South Korea's foreign policy. The event highlighted recent diplomatic outcomes and included a halal-certified menu.
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov says Washington needs to make significant policy changes for productive strategic stability dialogue, while noting some progress in visa issues but stagnation in broader talks.
A record-breaking heatwave sweeping Europe has led to at least 40 drownings in France in recent days, with red alerts issued across France, Spain, Italy, and the UK. The heatwave has disrupted schools and transport, and scientists link such extreme events to climate change.
France is enduring an unprecedented heatwave, with record temperatures, red alerts across dozens of departments, and a rising death toll from drownings and heat-related illnesses. As politicians accuse the government of inaction, officials warn the extreme conditions could persist into mid-July.
Russian Presidential Aide Yury Ushakov criticized the G7 summit in Evian, accusing Western nations of trying to undermine Russia-US agreements and continue the war in Ukraine, while contrasting it with the Russia-ASEAN summit in Kazan.
European defense spending has surged since Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with NATO members investing hundreds of billions, yet structural challenges and procurement bottlenecks hamper the continent's military ambitions. A scrapped Franco-German fighter jet project highlights persistent fragmentation.
France and Spain have issued red heat alerts with temperatures forecast to exceed 40C, while Italy's health ministry has declared red alerts in 16 cities. The heatwave has been linked to several deaths, including two children in France and five swimmers in Germany.
A Taliban delegation arrived in Brussels for one-day talks with the EU on returning failed asylum seekers, sparking criticism from rights groups. The meetings proceed despite EU's non-recognition of the Taliban government.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting the UAE, Kuwait, and Bahrain to discuss a preliminary Iran accord with Gulf allies. Gulf leaders are concerned about the deal's provisions, including a $300 billion reconstruction fund and the absence of limits on Iran's ballistic missile program. Rubio expressed hope for constructive dialogue with Iran.