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Russian President Vladimir Putin has declined Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for a face-to-face meeting, saying he sees no point in such talks. Zelenskyy had published an open letter urging direct negotiations to end the war, but Putin described the letter as rude and insincere, while Zelenskyy accused Russia of choosing war.
Ireland has banned Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich from entering the country, citing their conduct towards Palestinians and pro-Palestinian activists. The decision, confirmed by Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin, has drawn international attention and calls for EU-wide sanctions.
Andy Burnham has announced plans for a 20% cut to business rates for pubs and other small businesses, funded by higher levies on online firms' warehouses and empty high street properties. The proposal exceeds the Treasury's current 15% cut, and comes as ministers consider devolving business rates to regional mayors.
Deputy Prime Minister Alexander Novak said Russia hopes for a rapid resolution to the global energy crisis, which he says is negatively affecting the oil market. Speaking at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum, he cited shortages, rising freight costs, and a 12 million barrel daily supply shortfall. Novak also noted the UK is buying petroleum products refined from Russian oil via Asia-Pacific countries.
A recent survey reveals that only 15% of Germans believe their national football team will win the upcoming World Cup. This skepticism comes alongside other developments in Germany, including Taco Bell's market entry, CDU's canceled event in Magdeburg, and growing doubts about the government's reform capabilities.
The murder of Henry Nowak has reignited claims of 'two-tier policing' in the UK, a term used by far-right figures to allege police treat white people more harshly. The Guardian reports that the US government has joined criticism, but data suggests police use force more often against black people, challenging the narrative.
Reform UK raised £9m in private donations in the first quarter of 2026, mostly from two cryptocurrency billionaires, outmatching Labour and the Conservatives. The donations have sparked concerns about the influence of big money in politics, with some calling for broader caps.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has accused Elon Musk and other right-wing figures of exploiting the murder of Henry Nowak to whip up division in the UK. The case has triggered protests, government actions against social media platforms, and a rare rebuke from the US State Department and Vice President JD Vance.
Israel's finance minister announced approval for over 2,000 new settlement homes in the occupied West Bank, drawing Palestinian condemnation and international concern. The move marks one of the largest expansion plans in years, with funds allocated for infrastructure despite legal and diplomatic hurdles.
Chinese carmakers BYD and Chery recorded roughly 80 percent year-on-year increases in overseas sales in May, according to company figures reported by The Guardian and the South China Morning Post. BYD also set ambitious targets to become the world’s largest automaker and outlined major infrastructure spending in Europe. Growth has been linked to higher electric-vehicle demand in markets including the UK and Germany.
Meta has formally opposed Australia's News Bargaining Incentive, which would tax digital platforms up to 2.25% of local revenue unless they pay for news content. The company calls the proposal 'discriminatory' and 'economically incoherent,' while the government defends it as fair. The plan could generate 200-250 million AUD for local media, but faces opposition from tech firms and US lobby groups.
Violent clashes between Somali government forces and opposition-allied fighters have rocked Mogadishu, with former leaders accusing the government of attacking them ahead of planned protests over President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud's term extension. The US embassy described the violence as 'reckless', while mediation efforts by elders and international partners have intensified.
British Labour MP Jess Asato has launched legal action against Elon Musk's xAI, alleging its Grok AI tool generated non-consensual sexualised deepfakes of her. The case, supported by other claimants, tests AI developers' liability for user-generated content.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to implement a ceasefire contingent on Hezbollah halting fire and withdrawing from southern Lebanon, with pilot security zones to be established. Residents in Beirut express cautious skepticism, while Hezbollah condemns the US-brokered framework.
Five Eyes intelligence agencies have issued a rare joint warning that Chinese spies are using LinkedIn and other job platforms to target government and military personnel for recruitment, posing as employers from private firms and think tanks. The bulletin details an aggressive recruitment strategy that includes posing as consultants, conducting virtual interviews, and paying recruits via third-party platforms such as PayPal and cryptocurrency.
Activists from the Free Marwan Now campaign attempted to place a statue of Marwan Barghouti, a Palestinian leader imprisoned in Israel since 2002, in London's Parliament Square. Police intercepted the statue, which was later removed. The campaign compares Barghouti to Nelson Mandela, while Israeli media and officials highlight his murder convictions.
The Bayeux Tapestry is set to leave France for the UK for the first time in centuries, loaned to the British Museum amid careful planning and some controversy. French officials assure the 70-metre embroidery will travel safely in a specially designed crate, while conservators express concerns about its fragile state.
Newly released bodycam footage showing 18-year-old Henry Nowak being handcuffed by police as he lay dying from stab wounds has sparked violent protests in Southampton and a national debate over policing, race, and justice. The killer, Vickrum Digwa, was sentenced to life in prison after falsely claiming he was the victim of a racist attack. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned the protests and called for a police investigation into the handling of the case.
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has imposed conduct requirements on Google, forcing it to allow publishers to opt out of AI search features and ensure transparent, objective rankings. The move aims to give publishers more leverage in content deals and address long-standing concerns over Google's dominance in search.
Three British Royal Navy crew members died when a Merlin Mk4 helicopter crashed during a training exercise near Sourton, Devon, on Wednesday. The victims have been identified, and an investigation is underway into the cause, with poor weather conditions reported at the time.