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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's resignation has drawn reactions from European leaders, with French President Emmanuel Macron pledging to continue their joint policy. Starmer was a key figure in Europe's 'coalition of the willing' for Ukraine, and his departure may affect momentum in European security efforts.
Russian officials announced plans to open over 300 polling stations in more than 150 countries for the upcoming State Duma elections, with international observers from nearly 150 countries expected to monitor the vote. The Central Election Commission will seek safety guarantees from unfriendly nations, while officials framed the campaign as facing external pressure and disinformation.
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said there can be no rules for Kiev amid increasing attacks on Russian cities, and dismissed Hague Conventions as outdated.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.
Russia's annual inflation stood at 5.82% for the week of June 16-22, according to the Ministry of Economic Development. The following week saw a slowdown in weekly price growth, but annual inflation reached 6% as of June 29.
Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade Roman Chekushov reported that Russia's parallel imports totaled $8.7 billion from January to May 2026, with May alone seeing $2.3 billion. He noted that the volume has stabilized around $1.7 billion per month, and the government has no targets to increase or decrease it. Separately, Russia's non-resource non-energy exports reached $66.5 billion in the same period, approaching the six-month target of $69.4 billion.
The Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague has delivered a final ruling in the decade-long dispute between Russia and Ukraine over the rights of a coastal state in the Kerch Strait, the Sea of Azov, and the waters around Crimea. According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, the court recognized the Sea of Azov as internal waters and rejected Ukraine's claims to control resources and to designate the Kerch Strait as an international waterway. The response from Ukrainian officials has not been reported in the material.
At the St. Petersburg International Legal Forum, Russian officials, including Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev, argued that international law faces a crisis driven by Western attempts to turn it into a privilege for a select few. They also said Russia is in a state of legal warfare with Western countries and that some European elites wish for Russia's defeat.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said Moscow is open to another visit from US negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, which he said is being discussed. He also expressed appreciation for the Trump administration's continued dialogue even amid US efforts to push Russian companies out of the global energy market.
European underground gas storage facilities are at their lowest levels for this time of year in at least five years, with injections slowing amid extreme heat and competition with Asia for LNG. Gazprom warns reserves may not reach 75% before winter, while EU targets remain at 90% capacity.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says Russia requires a genuine European desire for dialogue, while offering four tips to de-escalate relations and reiterating openness to diplomatic settlement in Ukraine.
Lionel Messi leads the Golden Boot race at the 2026 World Cup with five goals, as records tumble and the expanded format offers more games. France 24 and Al Jazeera weigh in on the blistering pace and challengers like Mbappé and Haaland.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov said the Ukraine conflict can still be resolved by political and diplomatic means, but requires legally binding security guarantees and a Western abandonment of expansion plans. TASS also reported that Politico refused to publish Lavrov's related article, which Moscow's spokesperson called an act of information propaganda.
The Bank of Russia has been actively purchasing yuan on the domestic market throughout June 2026, with transactions varying from 5.2 to 10.6 billion rubles per day, according to data from the regulator's website as reported by TASS.
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.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov confirmed that preparations for Russia's State Duma elections are underway with no postponement considered, and warned that Kiev faces an 'irreversible defeat' on the front line. He also addressed the US-Iran escalation, the banking sector, and Nabiullina's sick leave.
Two Korean American lawmakers emphasized their dedication to strengthening U.S.-South Korea ties, addressing economic challenges and regional security. Sen. Andy Kim and Rep. Young Kim spoke at separate events, with Kim highlighting shipbuilding investments and Young Kim calling for trilateral deterrence against North Korea, China, and Russia.
Mediators Qatar and Pakistan announced a deconfliction cell involving the US, Iran, Lebanon and others to curb military operations in Lebanon and prevent escalation between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli leaders rejected the arrangement for excluding Israel and giving Iran a role, while US Vice President JD Vance described it as a step to protect both Lebanese sovereignty and Israeli security.
The UN Security Council has unanimously adopted a Pakistan- and Denmark-sponsored resolution to strengthen accountability for crimes against UN peacekeepers, with a record 153 co-sponsors. The resolution condemns attacks on peacekeepers, potentially constituting war crimes, and calls for investigation and prosecution of those responsible.
Karl Stefanovic's interview with far-right activist Tommy Robinson has been removed from podcast and social media platforms, sparking controversy and raising questions about the presenter's independent production. Channel Nine, Stefanovic's employer, describes the podcast as a completely independent production.