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Dmitry Medvedev, deputy chairman of Russia's Security Council, said at the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum that Western nations do not have a deliberate strategy to provoke Russia into using nuclear weapons, as they understand the consequences of such a conflict. He also criticized NATO, saying its unity evaporates in real war, citing the aftermath of strikes on Iran and the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz.
Russian Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev said there can be no rules for Kiev amid increasing attacks on Russian cities, and dismissed Hague Conventions as outdated. At the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum, he also argued talks with Ukraine are pointless and compared Western sanctions to piracy.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has rejected Iran's proposal to charge service fees for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, calling it a path to 'total chaos'. The dispute is a key sticking point in ongoing US-Iran negotiations, with Gulf states also voicing concerns over Iran's regional role.
CSTO officials have reported rising tensions on the Ukrainian-Belarusian border and discussed Armenia's membership status, including fee arrears, while also addressing broader security challenges.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sergey Ryabkov warned that a direct confrontation with Russia would bring catastrophic consequences for the West, citing NATO's aggressive posture and European preparations for conflict. He also addressed potential Ukraine agreements and noted that Lavrov and Rubio remain in contact.
A review of Russian press coverage highlights deep disagreements in Israel-Lebanon talks over Hezbollah, a US-Iran memorandum on Lebanon borders, and Marco Rubio's Gulf tour. It also covers Moscow's view on US diplomatic engagement in Ukraine and the EU's 21st sanctions package.
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte met with US President Donald Trump at the White House to smooth over differences ahead of the July NATO summit in Ankara. Trump has renewed threats to leave the alliance and announced a review of US forces in Europe, amid fallout from the Iran war and disputes over Greenland.
Turkish authorities detained 209 people in Ankara ahead of the NATO summit, including alleged Islamic State members and far-left activists. Separate anti-NATO protests led to over 100 detentions and tear gas use, raising questions about security versus dissent.
European Commissioner for Defense Andrius Kubilius said the EU's strategic goal is to spend about 7 trillion euros on weapons production over the next decade to surpass Russia. He also called for raising the EU budget to at least 2% of GNI and for Ukraine's full integration into the emerging European defense union.
President Vladimir Putin has accused NATO and EU leaders of using false claims about a Russian threat to justify increased defense spending, while asserting Russia's readiness to respond. He also detailed Russia's military progress and technological developments in the conflict.
The US-Iran war has ended with a fragile peace, but the conflict has significantly altered the regional balance of power in West Asia. Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator in the talks, a role that has reportedly caused discomfort in Israel, according to the Jerusalem Post.
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.
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 President Donald Trump has weighed in on Britain's political transition, calling incoming Prime Minister Andy Burnham 'extremely liberal' and predicting a rocky relationship. His comments come after Keir Starmer's resignation announcement, with Trump criticizing Starmer's handling of energy, immigration, and the Iran conflict.
TASS reports that declassified US intelligence documents confirm American funding for biological laboratories in Ukraine, where pathogens including plague, anthrax, and Ebola were studied. Russian officials and experts argue the research may have had offensive purposes, while the Pentagon maintains the cooperation was peaceful.
Romania's parliament rejected Adrian Vestea as prime minister-designate in a vote on June 22, 2026, deepening a months-long political crisis. The rejection follows President Nicusor Dan's decision to nominate Vestea without prior consultation with parliamentary parties, a move critics say violates democratic norms.
Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and the US convened in Cairo to discuss regional stability, focusing on Libya's political progress, the Palestinian cause, and the recent US-Iran agreement. US advisor Massad Boulos expressed cautious optimism about Libya, citing renewed cooperation between its rival authorities. The dialogue signals a broader US effort to engage Muslim countries on multiple fronts beyond the Iran file.
US Vice President JD Vance has arrived in Switzerland for high-level talks with Iran, mediated by Qatar and Pakistan, as Tehran announces the closure of the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli attacks in Lebanon. The talks aim to build on a framework agreement, but key disputes remain unresolved.
Ukrainian officials report multiple Russian strikes across the country, killing at least eight people, as President Zelenskyy warns of a 'massive attack' and confirms Ukrainian drone strikes deep inside Russia.
President Donald Trump unveiled a refurbished Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar as a temporary Air Force One, drawing praise for its luxury but raising ethical and security concerns. The aircraft, which features a new red, white, and navy blue livery, will serve until new Boeing jets arrive in 2028.