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South Korean President Lee Jae Myung met with Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever and EU leaders in Brussels, agreeing to expand investment in strategic industries and signing a digital trade agreement. Lee also requested EU consideration for South Korean steelmakers under new tariff rules.
A year-long investigation by Global Witness has traced conflict coltan from mines in the Democratic Republic of Congo, through Rwanda, and into global supply chains, implicating major brands and revealing the failure of a key due diligence scheme.
Germany's leading peace and conflict research institutes have released the 2026 Peace Report, warning of the comeback of 'warlords' in the 21st century. The report names Putin, Trump, and Netanyahu as examples, and criticizes Gulf states for their involvement in civil wars, while highlighting the impact of aid cuts on crisis dynamics.
Gaza's Health Ministry says more than 16,500 Palestinians requiring medical treatment abroad are being prevented from leaving, with 1,200 patients dying while awaiting approval. Over 60 US lawmakers have urged Israel to lift restrictions on cancer patients, as the UN calls for reopening all crossings.
Reports that the Pentagon elevated Israel to the highest counterintelligence threat level, citing expanded Israeli intelligence activities against the US, have been denied by both Washington and Jerusalem. The allegations highlight decades of mutual distrust between the allies, with historical espionage cases and broader surveillance practices shaping the narrative.
As Germany prepares for the 2026 World Cup, head coach Julian Nagelsmann faces questions over his communication and squad decisions, while the team settles into its base at Wake Forest University. The national team also drew attention to three young German footballers playing nearby, and the coach addressed a victory over the US despite Manuel Neuer's calf issue.
Nigel Farage has announced he will headline the Conservative Political Action Committee (CPAC) event in the UK, organized by Liz Truss, despite Reform UK sources previously suggesting he would steer clear. The event features hard-right speakers, while a separate rightwing summit, the Alliance for Responsible Citizenship, has drawn scrutiny over its attendees and funders.
Protests in Nanyuki, Kenya, against a US-funded Ebola quarantine centre turned deadly, with multiple deaths reported and police using tear gas and live ammunition. The High Court has temporarily blocked the facility, but President Ruto's government vows to proceed.
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.
Protests in Nanyuki, Kenya, against a US-built Ebola quarantine facility have turned deadly, with tear gas used to disperse demonstrators. Kenya's president defends the project, while residents and the courts oppose it. The facility would serve Americans exposed to Ebola, as the US refuses to admit cases.
A UN University report highlights the environmental toll of AI-driven data centres, naming Hong Kong among the most carbon-intensive hubs. The study projects energy and water use to double by 2030, urging governments to address the 'unintended impacts' of AI.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente says Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams and Victor Munoz are expected to be fit for the team's World Cup opener against Cape Verde on June 15, though none will start. Yamal has been recovering from hamstring and groin injuries since April.
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.
The leaders of the UK, France and Germany have endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for direct ceasefire talks with Russia, following a meeting in London. The move comes amid continued drone attacks and Russian strikes, with Moscow dismissing the proposal for now.
Christian Eriksen collapsed during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday but regained consciousness and was able to walk off the field. He spent the night in hospital and later posted on Instagram that he is 'doing well' at home with his family. The match was abandoned after the incident, and doctors said his implanted defibrillator responded as it should.