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A record eight MENA teams will compete at the 2026 World Cup, with Morocco headlining after their historic 2022 semifinal run. Jordan makes their debut under coach Jamal Sellami, while Algeria, Egypt, Iraq, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Tunisia each carry distinct strengths and concerns.
France coach Didier Deschamps has challenged Michael Olise to make his mark at the World Cup after the Bayern Munich winger scored a hat-trick in a 3-1 warm-up win over Northern Ireland. Olise's standout performance alongside Mbappé, Dembélé, and Doué has raised expectations for France's opener against Senegal on June 16.
Iranian citizens, speaking to Israeli media, describe themselves as 'hostages of a cruel regime' and oppose any potential US-Iran deal, fearing it would erase their sacrifices. Separately, Iranian officials have demanded development of intercontinental ballistic missiles in a letter to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, casting doubt on Washington's trustworthiness. Reports also highlight the regime's acknowledgment of fewer than 4,000 protest deaths versus human rights estimates of up to 30,000.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva warned US President Donald Trump against interfering in Brazil's October presidential election, amid tensions over tariffs, judicial rulings, and Trump's support for the Bolsonaro family. The warning came after Brazil's Supreme Court sentenced Eduardo Bolsonaro to prison, and as Trump endorsed Flavio Bolsonaro's candidacy.
The Pentagon has designated Alibaba, BYD, and Baidu as 'Chinese military companies', expanding its blacklist to 188 firms. In response, China announced export controls on 10 US companies, including rare earth producers, and barred government procurement from 46 US defense firms.
President Lee Jae Myung has returned to Seoul after a 10-day trip to Europe that included visits to Belgium, Italy, and the Vatican, and attendance at the G7 summit in France. He is set to brief foreign ambassadors and the press on the trip's outcomes, which included agreements with Italy and discussions on inter-Korean peace with Pope Leo XIV.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has embarked on a 10-day trip to Europe, which includes attending the G7 summit in France and visits to Belgium, Italy, and the Vatican. In Belgium, he and Prime Minister Bart De Wever agreed to expand investment in strategic industries and signed an MOU on SME cooperation.
OpenAI has confidentially filed for an initial public offering with the US Securities and Exchange Commission, targeting a valuation of up to $1 trillion. The move comes as rival Anthropic also filed for an IPO, and SpaceX is set to go public, marking a pivotal moment for AI and tech investments.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he had a 'positive' conversation with US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, praising their readiness to work on a settlement. The remarks come amid reports that Trump's foreign policy focus has shifted to the Middle East, and following European leaders' support for a potential Zelensky-Putin meeting.
A French Rafale fighter jet shot down a drone that entered Latvian airspace from Russia, the latest in a series of incidents raising concerns about spillover from the war in Ukraine. Latvia attributed the drone's entry to Russian electronic warfare, with no injuries or damage reported.
In an interview with the Guardian, Volodymyr Zelenskyy addressed the removal of Ukrainian flags by some Reform UK councils, calling it a 'small mistake that can break a big friendship.' He also discussed plans to invite King Charles for a state visit, Ukraine's military position, and his request for UK alignment with Europe on sanctions.
A new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute finds that all nine nuclear-armed states are modernizing and expanding their arsenals, reversing decades of disarmament efforts. With nearly 12,200 warheads worldwide and growing geopolitical tensions, experts warn of rising nuclear dangers and a likely end to stockpile reductions.
Germany has failed for the first time to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, a defeat seen as a major foreign policy setback. The loss has prompted Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul to hint at reconsidering Germany's financial contributions to the UN, citing underrepresentation.
French singer and actor Patrick Bruel has been charged with rape, attempted rape, sexual assault and sexual harassment following a police custody period in Nanterre. He faces accusations from more than 20 women, denies all charges, and has cancelled concerts until the fall.
Chinese President Xi Jinping arrived in Pyongyang for a two-day state visit, his first in nearly seven years, and was personally welcomed by North Korean leader Kim Jong-un at the airport. The visit underscores China's efforts to reinforce ties with its traditional ally amid growing intimacy with Russia, while the US and Japan reaffirmed their commitment to North Korea's complete denuclearization.
A Ukrainian drone attack on the locomotive of the Moscow-Simferopol passenger train in Crimea killed the assistant driver and wounded the driver. Russian officials condemned the strike as a war crime and said it complicates peace efforts, while train services were suspended and passengers evacuated.
Trade officials from South Korea and Kazakhstan met to explore expanding cooperation in energy, supply chains, and other areas, discussing a potential comprehensive economic partnership agreement. The talks also covered Korean firms' participation in Kazakhstan's urban development projects and cooperation in digital and eco-friendly industries.
President William Ruto has embarked on a week-long European tour spanning Belgium, Norway and Finland, aimed at attracting foreign investment and expanding market access for Kenyan exports. In Brussels, he launched the Kenya-Benelux Chamber of Commerce and met with EU leaders, while also defending his frequent foreign trips as necessary for Kenya's economic transformation.
A group of celebrity chefs, led by Tom Kerridge, has launched a campaign urging the government to cut VAT on hospitality from 20% to 10%. Andy Burnham, a potential Labour leadership contender, has backed the proposal, which the industry says would ease pressure on struggling businesses. The campaign follows survey data showing nearly a quarter of UK pubs, bars, and restaurants are losing money.
A new report by the Social Market Foundation finds misinformation is nearly three times more common in UK areas lacking local journalism, with immigration and Islamophobia the most frequent topics. The study, which analyzed over 125,000 posts, also highlights a surge in false content during local elections and by-elections, raising concerns about trust and democracy.