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Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov criticized German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul and European nations over Ukraine, accusing them of Nazi-style behavior and double standards. Wadephul, in turn, reaffirmed Germany's commitment to NATO and Ukraine, calling Russia the aggressor.
Residents in Israel, particularly in Trump Heights near the Lebanese border, expressed disappointment and distrust over the US-Iran agreement to end the Middle East war. While some give President Trump the benefit of the doubt, many Israelis see the deal as a strategic failure that leaves Israel more vulnerable, with concerns about Iran's reliability and the potential restrictions on Israel's ability to counter Hezbollah.
During his two-day working visit to Uzbekistan, Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin touted Russia's significant investment footprint in the Central Asian nation, citing over 4 trillion rubles in cumulative investments and the operation of 3,000 Russian enterprises. Speaking at the 5th Tashkent International Investment Forum, Mishustin also underscored the importance of strong interstate partnerships amid global economic turbulence and highlighted new joint industrial and investment platforms.
Vietnamese Prime Minister Le Minh Hung and Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong have arrived in Kazan to attend the Russia-ASEAN summit, marking 35 years of relations between Russia and ASEAN. The summit, held from June 17-19, is hosted by Tatarstan's head Rustam Minnikhanov, who welcomed both leaders at the airport.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan visited Moscow and reiterated Turkey's willingness to host Russia-Ukraine negotiations. Russian officials expressed appreciation for Turkey's diplomatic efforts and readiness to resume talks from the 2022 Istanbul point. The visit included discussions on bilateral relations and Black Sea security.
Semyon Skrepetsky, a Russian artist known for satirizing Vladimir Putin, was shot dead in eastern Poland. Polish authorities have detained two Belarusian nationals and later a suspect using a Georgian passport. Prime Minister Donald Tusk called the killing a likely political murder.
Germany and Poland mark 35 years since the Treaty on Good Neighbourliness, Friendship and Cooperation, a pact that helped overcome decades of enmity. Recent defence agreements and shared responses to the Ukraine war are bringing the two nations closer.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky would be received in Moscow if he sought serious talks, while Zelensky ruled out visiting Moscow, suggesting Turkey, Switzerland, or the Middle East. Peskov also said no official communication channels exist between Moscow and Kyiv and that no dates are set for US envoys Witkoff and Kushner's visit to Russia.
TASS reviews Russian press coverage of the US-Iran memorandum of understanding, which aims to end hostilities in the Middle East and restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Experts quoted in the Russian press express cautious optimism but warn of fragility, while also noting Europe's perceived attempts to derail Ukraine peace talks and falling oil prices amid hopes for de-escalation.
India's temporary ban on Telegram over exam paper leak concerns has sparked a legal challenge from the messaging app and widespread protests. The ban, upheld by the Delhi High Court, aims to prevent cheating in the NEET retest, but critics argue it infringes on free speech and fails to address the root causes of exam fraud.
Swiss President Guy Parmelin says Bern remains in contact with all parties to the Ukraine conflict and is ready to host peace talks, while Moscow questions Switzerland's neutrality. The remarks come as the US signals a new focus on Ukraine after an Iran deal.
European Parliament member Michael von der Schulenburg has called for renewed dialogue between the EU and Russia, arguing that the current spiral of escalation serves no one and that Europe needs peace more than Russia does. Speaking to TASS, he highlighted the conflicts surrounding Europe and predicted that the US will further disengage from the Ukraine conflict.
Egypt and Belgium opened their World Cup Group G campaign with a 1-1 draw in Seattle, with Emam Ashour's 19th-minute strike cancelled out by an own goal forced by Romelu Lukaku. The result leaves both teams level at the top of the group, while Egypt coach Hossam Hassan has downplayed any talk of unrest involving Mohamed Salah.
As the EU prepares to sharply reduce tariff-free steel imports from July 1, the UK and South Korea are taking steps to protect their steel industries. UK business secretary Peter Kyle is set to raise concerns with the EU trade commissioner, while South Korea's trade ministry vows to safeguard its companies' interests amid ongoing negotiations.
British prosecutors have charged Ajay Pant, the Indian captain of a suspected Russian shadow fleet tanker, with sanctions contravention offences after the vessel was intercepted in the English Channel. The ship, carrying 98,000 tonnes of oil, was boarded by Royal Marines in a dramatic operation. Pant has been remanded in custody and will appear in court.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, in an interview with Al Arabiya, advocated for complete nuclear disarmament, warning that allowing all nations to possess nuclear weapons would lead to destruction. He also predicted the conflict around the Strait of Hormuz would be resolved this year, characterizing it as a war between Israel and Iran in which the US made a 'fatal mistake' by getting involved.
France face Senegal in their second Group I match of the 2026 World Cup, with both teams looking to build on their opening results. Kylian Mbappe leads France after a two-goal performance in their first game, while Senegal seek their first points after a loss. Other matches include Argentina vs Algeria, Norway vs Iraq, and Austria vs Jordan.
President Donald Trump described his June 14 phone calls with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky as 'very good' and said both leaders are open to a settlement in Ukraine. He also announced plans to shift focus to Ukraine after concluding a deal with Iran, while confirming discussions with European partners at the G7 summit.
A missile strike on the Kiev-Pechersk Lavra has sparked a blame game between Russia and Western leaders, with Russia's defense ministry attributing the incident to a US-made Patriot air defense system and Western officials condemning Moscow's alleged involvement.
The UN Human Rights Council heard that more than 1,000 civilians were killed by drone strikes in Sudan in the first five months of 2026, with rampant sexual violence and widespread abuses. The UN rights chief called for urgent international regulation of autonomous weapons, while the Fact-Finding Mission detailed arbitrary detention, torture, and enforced disappearance.