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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.
At the Eurosatory defence exhibition in Paris, China's Norinco displayed a range of air defence systems designed to counter drone threats, including missiles, guns, and lasers. Demand for such systems is rising due to drone-heavy conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, with Chinese firms potentially benefiting from cost advantages in the Global South.
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.
Japanese PM Sanae Takaichi used the G7 summit in France to deepen ties with Italy, pitch a critical minerals stockpile plan, and leverage her rapport with Donald Trump to bridge divides within the bloc. As she seeks to cement an 'Iron Lady' image, her approach draws both praise and criticism.
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.
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.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung attended the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains, France, as an invited partner, participating in discussions on global economic imbalances, energy supply disruptions, and other challenges. During the summit, Lee had a brief encounter with US President Donald Trump, who expressed commitment to advancing Korean Peninsula issues. The two leaders also discussed cooperation in shipbuilding and trilateral ties with Japan.
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.
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.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, after talks in Belarus, said Europe mistakenly believes Russia is losing the conflict in Ukraine and is issuing ultimatums based on that misjudgment. He expressed hope that the US will prioritize peace and not leave the initiative to European nations. The remarks were reported by Russian state news agency TASS.
Mirra Andreeva has climbed to No. 5 in the WTA rankings, according to TASS, which also reported her French Open win earlier in June. The Russian teenager, who competes under a neutral status, has moved up the standings as the tennis world continues to navigate the aftermath of Olympic recommendations regarding Russian and Belarusian athletes.
Russia’s Defense Ministry, in statements carried by TASS, said its forces liberated several communities in the Donetsk region, including Artyoma, over successive days in mid-June. The ministry also released daily figures for Ukrainian troop losses and air-defense interceptions of drones and munitions. Weekly tallies cited five settlements taken and more than 1,540 casualties inflicted by one battlegroup.
US President Donald Trump announced that ships are starting to move through the Strait of Hormuz following a preliminary US-Iran deal, but ship-tracking data shows only a handful of vessels have transited, with hundreds still waiting. The reopening faces security concerns such as mines and tolls, while shipping operators and seafarers' advocates remain cautious.
A major Russian drone and missile attack on Kyiv has left at least four people dead and caused a large fire at the historic Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Media reports indicate that residential buildings, a market, and other civilian sites suffered damage in the assault, which has drawn condemnation from religious leaders.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko in Minsk, focusing on the Ukraine conflict. Lavrov called for a fair outcome and emphasized the rights of Russian speakers, while also reiterating Russia's claim that the West launched the war.
Kremlin aide Yury Ushakov said Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese leader Xi Jinping have developed a 'truly friendly' relationship marked by mutual trust and respect. Ushakov also highlighted China's achievements under Xi's leadership and the stabilizing role of Russia and China in global affairs.