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Iran and Israel have paused tit-for-tat attacks following a brief escalation, marking the first exchange of fire since a US-brokered ceasefire two months ago. Both sides have warned of retaliation if provoked, while international leaders urge restraint. The conflict has already impacted global energy prices and raised fears of a wider war.
Russia's Foreign Ministry reiterated support for direct negotiations between Palestinians and Israelis, proposing an international conference on the Middle East. Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova also criticized Western-backed plans to associate Palestinian lands with Arab states as neo-colonial and doomed to fail.
The UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Turk, has called for the immediate lifting of US sanctions on Cuba, saying tightened restrictions are directly harming Cubans and contributing to rising child deaths from lack of medical supplies.
A French Rafale fighter jet shot down a drone that entered Latvian airspace from Russia, the latest in a series of incidents raising concerns about spillover from the war in Ukraine. Latvia attributed the drone's entry to Russian electronic warfare, with no injuries or damage reported.
The United States has imposed additional visa restrictions on over 100 Nicaraguan officials and their families, following the death of Indigenous leader Brooklyn Rivera in government custody. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the circumstances as 'horrific,' bringing the total number of Nicaraguan officials barred from the US to over 2,350.
WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus visited Uganda on Monday, praising its handling of the Ebola outbreak while urging the reopening of its border with the DRC. Uganda reports 19 cases and two deaths; the DRC remains the epicenter with over 500 cases.
Germany has failed for the first time to secure a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, a defeat seen as a major foreign policy setback. The loss has prompted Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul to hint at reconsidering Germany's financial contributions to the UN, citing underrepresentation.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov met with UN Secretary-General candidate Maria Espinosa, outlining Moscow's requirements for the position. Lavrov emphasized the need for neutrality, independence, and full commitment to the UN Charter, while also criticizing current Secretary-General Antonio Guterres for alleged bias toward the West and double standards.
A wave of arrests by Taliban morality police in Afghanistan's Herat city over dress-code violations has triggered rare protests, resulting in at least two deaths and dozens of injuries. The UN and human rights bodies have condemned the crackdown, while Taliban authorities deny casualties and defend their actions under Islamic law.
Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and UN Ambassador Asim Iftikhar Ahmad urged all sides to exercise restraint in the Middle East conflict after renewed US-Iran hostilities. Pakistan's calls come as Washington and Tehran exchanged attacks, with a fragile Pakistan-brokered ceasefire under strain.
Iran's foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said the United States bears direct responsibility for any Israeli actions violating regional peace and security, amid overnight exchanges of fire between Iran and Israel. He also accused the IAEA chief of biased political views and said Tehran would respond to any resolution against it at the nuclear watchdog's Board of Governors meeting.
UN Special Envoy for Sudan Pekka Haavisto met with both the head and a member of Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council during his second visit to the country. Discussions focused on peace efforts, the Pentagonal Mechanism's consultations, and the UN's commitment to Sudan's unity and sovereignty.
Colombian President Gustavo Petro accused Israel and the US of importing 'political manipulation' tactics from 'free Palestine' to 'free Latin America,' prompting a sharp response from Israel's UN ambassador. Separately, a planned meeting between Petro and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was canceled, reportedly after pressure from the Trump administration over visa restrictions tied to Petro's criticism of US support for Israel.
Nigerian forces have freed 360 people held by Boko Haram in the Mandara mountains, amid reports of two infant deaths and questions over ransom payments. The military described the operation as a significant setback for the insurgent group.
The leaders of the UK, France and Germany have endorsed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's proposal for direct ceasefire talks with Russia, following a meeting in London. The move comes amid continued drone attacks and Russian strikes, with Moscow dismissing the proposal for now.
Chinese President Xi Jinping published an op-ed in North Korea's Rodong Sinmun calling for deeper strategic communication and unwavering bilateral ties ahead of his first state visit to Pyongyang in nearly seven years. Xi emphasized a multipolar world, inclusive economic globalization, and upholding the UN-centered international system.
At least nine Palestinians were killed in Israeli strikes across Gaza on Friday, according to Al Jazeera, as Egyptian-hosted talks with Hamas and other factions began to salvage the US-brokered ceasefire. The ceasefire, in place since October, has been marred by continued Israeli attacks that have killed nearly 950 Palestinians, while Hamas says it will not disarm but offers a future police force with no visible weapons.
Israel's Tourism Ministry unveiled a new North American campaign, 'I Am Israel,' at the Jerusalem Post 2026 New York Conference. With an investment of about NIS 20 million, the campaign aims to reposition Israel as a lived experience, emphasizing personal connection over traditional landmarks. The initiative seeks to strengthen emotional engagement and promote tourism as a form of advocacy, targeting the US, Israel's largest source market.
The UN Security Council's annual report for 2025 has reaffirmed the Jammu and Kashmir dispute and the Palestinian question as long-standing issues on its agenda. The development sparked exchanges between Pakistan and India at the UN, with Pakistan welcoming the references and India accusing Islamabad of misusing UN platforms.
Voters in Gilgit-Baltistan cast ballots on June 7 for the region's legislative assembly, with 396 candidates contesting 24 seats. Pakistan rejected India's objections to the elections, while the campaign highlighted demands for provincial status and resource rights.