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Overnight Israeli strikes in Gaza City killed at least nine Palestinians, with families gathering at Shifa Hospital to mourn. Since an October ceasefire, more than 936 Palestinians have been killed, according to Gaza's Health Ministry. The violence continues despite international focus on the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
Former US National Security Adviser John Bolton has reached a deal to plead guilty to one count of retaining classified information, potentially avoiding prison time. The agreement includes a $2.25 million fine and is set to be entered at a re-arraignment on June 26.
Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi announced plans to charge vessels in the Strait of Hormuz for services like navigation and search and rescue, while the Foreign Ministry spokesman emphasized these are not tolls. The fees aim to cover service costs, not transit passage.
Pakistan has accused India of 'weaponising' water through two river projects on the Chenab, saying they violate the Indus Waters Treaty. India insists it is within its rights, while the treaty remains suspended since 2025. The dispute adds to already fraught bilateral relations.
Despite a US-brokered ceasefire announced after a fourth round of talks in Washington, Israel and Hezbollah continue to clash in southern Lebanon. Israel says it will keep up ground operations, while Hezbollah has rejected the deal as a 'surrender agreement.' The fragile truce faces immediate challenges on the ground.
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.
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to renew a ceasefire brokered by the United States, contingent on Hezbollah's withdrawal from southern Lebanon. The deal aims to remove a key obstacle in US-Iran negotiations, but Hezbollah has rejected the terms, and fighting continues.
Kyrgyzstan has been elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council for the first time in its history, securing the seat in a General Assembly vote against the Philippines. Russia's UN envoy welcomed the outcome, calling it a 'convincing victory' and 'good news.' Kyrgyzstan will join Austria, Zimbabwe, Portugal, and Trinidad and Tobago as new non-permanent members starting January 1, 2027.
Bangladesh’s Foreign Minister Khalilur Rahman has been elected president of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, narrowly defeating Cyprus’s Andreas Kakouris in a secret ballot. Rahman, a career diplomat, will take office in September 2026, with his tenure coinciding with the selection of a new UN Secretary-General.
Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have damaged three hospitals within a week, killing nine people and wounding over 150, according to Lebanon's health ministry. The IDF says the hospital was not targeted but was 'incidentally' damaged during strikes on Hezbollah infrastructure. The attacks have sparked international concern and deepened the humanitarian crisis in the region.
The International Court of Justice has set new deadlines in South Africa's genocide case against Israel, with South Africa required to respond by November 2027 and Israel by May 2029. Israel's Foreign Ministry dismissed the case as propaganda, while South Africa's presidency called the procedures standard.
French President Emmanuel Macron and Rwandan President Paul Kagame inaugurated a permanent memorial in Paris dedicated to victims of the 1994 Rwandan genocide. The monument, called L'Archive, marks a further step in France's acknowledgment of its historical responsibilities and the two countries' renewed ties. Speakers described the event as a milestone in reconciliation rather than an endpoint.
Germany is vying for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council in elections set for June 3, leveraging its status as the second-largest UN contributor and its six previous terms. However, geopolitical divisions and competition from Austria and Portugal underscore the challenges, as analysts debate whether financial clout can outweigh political headwinds.
The Israel Defense Forces announced the killing of Yousef Ayesh Awad Ramadan, a Hamas commander who participated in the abduction of hostages including American-Israeli Hersh Goldberg-Polin. The IDF says precise munitions were used to minimize civilian harm. Separately, reports describe an elite Israeli task force, NILI, that has targeted and killed many October 7 perpetrators.
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) announced an 80% chance of El Niño developing between June and August 2026, with a possible strong event that could push global temperatures higher, intensify droughts, heavy rainfall, and heatwaves. UN Secretary-General António Guterres urged the world to treat it as an urgent climate warning, noting the last El Niño helped make 2024 the hottest year on record.
Kosovo held its third parliamentary election in 16 months on Sunday, triggered by parliament's failure to elect a new president. Prime Minister Albin Kurti's Vetevendosje party won nearly 43% of the vote, short of a governing majority, setting the stage for difficult coalition talks. The election underscores deep political polarization that has stalled democratic institutions and EU aspirations.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov marked the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations with the Philippines by reaffirming Moscow's role as a dependable supplier of energy and food to Southeast Asia. He cited over 2.4 million barrels of oil shipped to the Philippines this spring and noted ongoing cooperation in nuclear energy and other sectors.
Sudanese refugee women in northeastern Central African Republic are facing increased risks of dying in childbirth as US funding cuts strain already fragile maternity services. With tens of thousands fleeing Darfur into the remote Vakaga province, health facilities are overwhelmed, and aid agencies warn of preventable deaths.
Israel has opened a new embassy in Fiji's capital, Suva, 30 years after the previous one was closed, with Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar attending the ceremony. The move is part of a broader diplomatic strategy to deepen ties with Pacific nations that have consistently supported Israel, and includes new cooperation agreements on national security and diplomatic training. Israel also announced plans to open a representative office in Papua New Guinea.
The Bank of Russia set the official dollar rate at 71.5532 rubles for June 2, up 53.08 kopecks from the previous figure. The euro rate rose by 3.61 rubles to 86.2499 rubles, while the yuan rate was set at 10.5762 rubles, according to TASS.