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New data from Georgia's National Statistics Office shows wine exports to Russia fell 8.6% in the first five months of the year, while wheat imports from Russia rose 24.7%. TASS reports the figures, which highlight ongoing trade dynamics between the two countries.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung said he told US President Donald Trump that the North Korean nuclear issue requires a different approach than other countries' nuclear problems, during the G7 summit in France. Lee also revealed he asked Pope Leo XIV to visit North Korea and the Demilitarized Zone, and proposed a phased approach to denuclearization.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Magyar announced that Budapest secured the removal of language about accelerating Ukraine's EU accession from a joint statement, reflecting Hungary's opposition to fast-track membership while war continues. Magyar also reiterated demands for guarantees of Hungarian minority rights in Ukraine.
Tony Modra, the former Adelaide Crows and Fremantle star, remains in intensive care after a truck crash on his South Australian property. His wife Erica has thanked the first responders who helped save his life, while fans and officials across the AFL have rallied in support.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov dismissed European calls for negotiations as unserious, accusing the West of using dialogue as a cover for expansion. He also detailed Russia's past proposals to Ukraine for higher-level talks, which he said Kyiv abandoned last fall.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a review of US military presence in Europe at a NATO meeting in Brussels on Thursday, criticizing allies for insufficient defense spending and lack of support during the Iran conflict. Hegseth also indicated that US dues to NATO would become conditional on allies meeting spending targets. The review has raised questions about the future of the US commitment to European defense, with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte downplaying concerns.
Israel Aerospace Industries CEO Boaz Levy said Israel expects to counter Hezbollah's explosive drones within weeks, as France barred Israeli firms from displaying offensive weapons at the Eurosatory defense show in Paris. Levy criticized the French decision, linking it to historical embargoes that spurred Israel's indigenous arms industry. Meanwhile, the 2026 Eurosatory exhibition highlighted drones, robotics, and AI, amid a European rearmament push following NATO's pledge to invest 5% of GDP in defense by 2035.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of US military presence in Europe, criticizing NATO allies for insufficient defense spending and for restricting US forces during the Iran war. He warned that US contributions to NATO's budget would be reduced if allies fail to meet spending targets, while NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte noted European allies have already increased spending significantly.
Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko called for compromise to end the Russia-Ukraine war, saying victory on the battlefield is unrealistic for both sides. He also warned of consequences for attempts to draw Belarus into the conflict and said Minsk expects an honest response from Ukraine after a drone attack on a bus carrying Belarusian children.
Bulgarian Prime Minister Rumen Radev has vowed to veto the EU's 21st sanctions package against Russia if it harms Bulgarian interests, citing economic concerns. Foreign Minister Velislava Petrova-Chamova said Sofia opposes symbolic sanctions against Patriarch Kirill. The dispute highlights Bulgaria's departure from EU unity on Russia.
Taiwan’s President Lai Ching-te has reiterated his call for the United States to approve a $14bn arms sale package, while defending Taiwan’s refusal to accept unification with China as not being a provocation. The request comes amid reports of a pause in the deal, delayed legislative approval of defence budgets, and ongoing Chinese military pressure in the Western Pacific.
Russian presidential aide Yury Ushakov dismissed European assumptions that the situation on the battlefield is shifting in Ukraine's favor as 'categorically incorrect.' He also commented on U.S. President Donald Trump's views and plans for visits by Trump envoys to Russia.
Russian officials report that air defense systems shot down multiple drones approaching Moscow on several dates in June, with Mayor Sergey Sobyanin confirming the interceptions and emergency response efforts. The incidents reflect a series of aerial threats neutralized by the Defense Ministry's systems.
South Korea plans to apply zero tariffs on LNG and LPG within quotas in the second half of 2026 to ease inflation amid global energy price volatility. The government also announced discount events for agricultural and fishery products worth 350 billion won to keep consumer price inflation around 3 percent.
US President Donald Trump joined French President Emmanuel Macron for a private dinner at the Palace of Versailles, marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. The event drew both praise and criticism in France, reflecting tensions over Trump's policies and style.
At the G7 summit in France, leaders are focusing on the US-Iran agreement aimed at ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump says the deal will be signed on Friday in Switzerland, while discussions include a possible maritime mission and alternative energy routes.
Russian President Vladimir Putin met Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan during a two-day visit to Russia, where talks covered bilateral relations and the Ukraine conflict. Fidan conveyed messages from President Erdogan, and both sides expressed a commitment to strengthening cooperation.
President Donald Trump said he believes both Moscow and Kyiv want to end the conflict in Ukraine, based on his conversations with the two leaders. He acknowledged the peace process has proven more challenging than expected but expressed confidence that a resolution will be reached.
US President Donald Trump has suggested he might delay his departure from Europe to take part in the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Iran, while also joking about assigning credit or blame to Vice President JD Vance. The deal, which has already been electronically signed, is set for a formal ceremony in Switzerland, with negotiations expected to begin on a 60-day path toward a final agreement.
After the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, French President Emmanuel Macron announced that member countries agreed to increase deliveries of air defense systems, interceptors, and long-range weapons to Ukraine. The summit also discussed licensed military production in Ukraine, while US President Donald Trump commented on the scale of past US aid.