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The World Meteorological Organization warns that El Nino will rapidly strengthen between July and September, increasing the risk of extreme weather worldwide. Meanwhile, over 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded in Europe amid a heatwave, and India faces a 40% monsoon deficit.
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis has rejected US criticism over defence spending, while President Petr Pavel has filed a complaint against his exclusion from the NATO summit. The dispute highlights internal tensions over Czechia's NATO commitments.
Germany's ruling coalition has agreed on a broad package of tax, labour and pension reforms aimed at reviving Europe's largest economy and countering the far-right AfD's rise. The measures include €10 billion in income tax cuts for lower and middle earners, financed by higher taxes on high incomes, and a gradual increase in the retirement age past 67.
German federal prosecutors have indicted Ukrainian national Serhii K. over the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline explosions, alleging he acted on orders from Ukrainian state authorities. Ukraine denies involvement and has proposed a joint investigation. The case adds strain to Germany-Ukraine relations.
Russian forces launched a massive overnight drone and missile attack on Kyiv, striking residential buildings and killing at least 30 people, according to Ukrainian officials. The attack, which President Zelenskyy had warned about, prompted Poland to scramble fighter jets as a preventive measure.
Swedish Climate Minister Romina Pourmokhtari brought her three-month-old son, Adam, to an EU ministerial meeting in Luxembourg, saying it was possible to be both 'a present minister and a present mother.' The move, welcomed by fellow ministers, highlighted Sweden's generous parental leave system, which has become a political flashpoint in the election campaign.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki stripped Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky of the Order of the White Eagle after Kyiv named a military unit after 'heroes of the UPA.' Ukrainian officials, including three former presidents, renounced Polish awards in response, prompting sharp comments from Russian officials.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova condemned the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdansk, Poland, claiming it would force Kiev to 'auction off' its remaining assets. She criticized the EU's new reconstruction fund and the signing of 160 agreements, alleging corruption and a lack of genuine peace agenda.
Ukraine's parliament passed a law establishing a national pantheon, a move that has intensified tensions with Poland over the glorification of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army. Polish politicians, including former Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki and opposition leader Jaroslaw Kaczynski, have condemned the decision, with some calling for a boycott of Ukraine's EU accession.
Spain and France are preparing for another possible heatwave with temperatures up to 44C, after June's extreme heat caused more than 2,000 excess deaths in the two countries. Spain recorded 1,029 heat-related deaths, making it the second-hottest June on record, while France reported about 1,000 additional deaths. Scientists attribute the heatwave to climate change driven by fossil fuel burning.
Brisbane will host the Davis Cup for the first time since 2018 when Australia plays Poland in September. Queensland also secures the Socceroos' homecoming series against Brazil, alongside a Bledisloe Cup Test at Lang Park.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a £15bn defence investment plan aimed at modernising Britain’s armed forces, but analysts warn of job losses from cuts elsewhere and question whether spending will meet Nato targets by 2030.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki is reportedly considering limiting contact with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky amid plans to create a Ukrainian heroes' pantheon including Stepan Bandera. Tensions have risen since Zelensky named a military unit after UPA heroes, leading to the revocation of a Polish state award and reciprocal measures from Kyiv.
Israel's national basketball team opens training camp for its final two first-round World Cup qualifiers against Germany and Croatia, despite multiple absences due to injuries and NBA players not being released. Coach Ariel Beit Halachmi emphasizes preparation and confidence in his available players, while a recent loss to Croatia highlighted ongoing challenges.
Jannik Sinner and Aryna Sabalenka both overcame recent French Open disappointments to win their first-round matches at Wimbledon, while several seeded players, including Casper Ruud and Andrey Rublev, were eliminated. Naomi Osaka's Kill Bill-inspired outfit also drew attention on a day when no British players advanced.
Israel's Cabinet and parliament have formally recognised the World War I massacres of Armenians as genocide, a move widely seen as a rebuke to Turkey amid deteriorating ties. The decision, which must still be ratified by parliament, has drawn criticism from Azerbaijan and scepticism in Armenia.
A deadly heatwave that broke records in western Europe is moving east, with Budapest forecast to exceed 40C and red warnings issued across several countries. The Guardian reports over 1,000 excess deaths in France and 800 in Spain, while scientists link the heat to climate change.
Shin Bet Director David Zini has reportedly discussed canceling the agency's trips to Poland, which are meant to give employees a firsthand look at concentration camps. The agency has also canceled its annual Pride Month event, drawing both support and condemnation from political figures and LGBTQ advocacy groups.
Alexander von Bismarck, descendant of the first German Chancellor Otto von Bismarck, told TASS that Europe and Russia will not go to war, but warned that threats directed at Moscow could increase the danger of nuclear war. He also criticized EU policy as top-down and called for dialogue between Russians and Germans outside the political elite.
The World Health Organization reports that Europe's record-breaking heatwave has been linked to more than 1,300 excess deaths since June 21. France has recorded around 1,000 excess deaths, and the heat is moving eastward, affecting millions.