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The European Commission has agreed on a tough new approach to trade relations with China, including potential new instruments to compel companies to diversify suppliers and broader use of safeguards. China has vowed retaliation, while both sides are preparing for high-level talks to manage tensions.
Defense Minister Ahn Gyu-back confirmed discussions on a Japan-proposed military logistics agreement during the Shangri-La Dialogue, while emphasizing Seoul's cautious approach. Analysts suggest the pact could strengthen regional deterrence but face domestic and diplomatic hurdles.
The Cerne Abbas Giant, a 55-metre chalk figure in Dorset, is being restored by the National Trust. Workers are removing weathered chalk and algae, then packing fresh chalk by hand to preserve the ancient landmark for future generations. Researchers date the giant to between AD 700 and 1100.
Germany and the Netherlands announced plans to set up a joint tactical headquarters in the Baltics, tasked with commanding NATO forces in Estonia and Latvia to deter Russia. The move, which follows NATO's warning of a potential Russian attack by 2029, will create a second command zone in the region, potentially allowing for more allied troops. The announcement comes amid renewed pressure on European allies to bolster their defense spending.
Hungary’s new parliament voted overwhelmingly to cancel the country’s withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, reversing a decision made under former Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. The move, championed by Prime Minister Péter Magyar, aligns Hungary with international judicial obligations, including the ICC arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
Norway and France have announced a defence pact under which Norway will join a French-led nuclear deterrence initiative, reflecting European concerns about reliance on the US. Russia has warned it will take necessary measures if nuclear weapons appear in Scandinavia.
China's military said it used electronic interference to drive away a Dutch frigate near the disputed Paracel Islands, accusing it of illegally entering Chinese airspace. The Netherlands said the warship was operating in accordance with international law. The incident highlights rising tensions in the South China Sea.
A Rotterdam court acquitted Amin Abu Rashid of financing Hamas but convicted him of sanctions evasion and managing a banned organization, handing down a six-month suspended sentence. The case drew criticism from pro-Israel groups and protests in the city.
Activists backed by the Philippine Catholic Church have launched an independent fact-finding body, the EJK Truth Commission, to document extrajudicial killings during former President Rodrigo Duterte's anti-drug crackdown. The commission, led by a bishop and an ex-ICC judge, aims to preserve victims' stories and recommend prosecutions, while Duterte's ICC trial is set to begin in late November.
The Pentagon has denied reports of a dispute with SpaceX over Starlink pricing after Reuters reported that SpaceX executives argued for and won a price increase that nearly doubled the cost of each LUCAS drone. Meanwhile, Britain has begun using SpaceX's military-grade Starshield network, marking one of the first international adoptions of the service.
Harry Styles' recent on-stage response to a pro-Palestinian chant has sparked debate, alongside scrutiny of his tour charity partner Choose Love, which partners with organizations linked to Hamas. The Jerusalem Post reports on the potential implications for the singer's engagement to Jewish actor Zoe Kravitz.
Ireland plans to pass legislation by mid-July restricting trade in goods from Israeli settlements in the West Bank, despite opposition from Israel, some US lawmakers, and business groups. The bill, limited to goods, is expected to affect only a small number of products, while broader services trade remains excluded due to legal and practical concerns.
South Korea's oceans ministry announced plans to open a regular Arctic shipping route to Europe by 2030, with a pilot voyage from Busan to Rotterdam scheduled for September. The initiative is part of a broader strategy to transform the southeastern region into a global maritime hub, mirroring China's existing Arctic container express route.
Pro-Palestinian activists deported after their Gaza-bound flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces have alleged abuse, including sexual assault and rape, while in detention. Organizers report at least 15 cases, while Israel's prison service denies the allegations. Several governments have expressed concern and are investigating possible crimes.
Nine Western countries issued a joint statement Friday condemning Israel's settlement expansion in the West Bank, particularly the E1 project, and calling for accountability for settler violence. The statement, reported by multiple outlets, warns of legal and reputational risks for businesses involved in settlement construction and urges Israel to halt its policies that undermine a two-state solution.
The Philippine government has ordered law enforcement to arrest Senator Ronald Dela Rosa, the former police chief charged by the International Criminal Court with crimes against humanity over his role in Rodrigo Duterte's anti-narcotics campaign. Dela Rosa briefly sheltered in the Senate before slipping away; his whereabouts remain unknown.
Poland has summoned Israel's chargé d'affaires to demand the release of and apology to Polish nationals detained after a Gaza-bound aid flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces. Warsaw is also moving to ban National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir from entering the country, citing his conduct during the incident.
During Indian PM Narendra Modi's visit to the Netherlands, Indian officials dismissed Dutch PM Rob Jetten's concerns about press freedom and minority rights, citing a 'lack of understanding' of India's diversity. The visit saw the elevation of bilateral ties to a strategic partnership.
Chinese foreign direct investment in Europe reached €16.8 billion in 2025, the highest level since 2018, driven by a surge in mergers and acquisitions and record greenfield completions. However, the value of newly announced projects has fallen sharply, raising doubts about the durability of the recovery.
The UN General Assembly voted overwhelmingly to endorse the International Court of Justice's landmark climate advisory opinion, with 141 nations in favor, 8 against, and 28 abstaining. Vanuatu-led resolution affirms legal duties to combat climate change, while opposition includes major emitters and Liberia's vote sparks domestic backlash.