Protests in Geneva: Clashes Ahead of G7 Summit in Évian
In Geneva, demonstrators attacked a UN building, and police used tear gas. The protests are directed against the G7 summit, which begins Monday in the French town of Évian.
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Switzerland Rejects Population Cap – Defeat for SVP
Swiss voters have clearly rejected a population cap demanded by the right-wing populist SVP. According to Spiegel, 55 percent voted against the limit.
Trump Calls for Restraint After Israeli Airstrikes on Beirut
US Donald Trump has called for restraint after fresh Israeli airstrikes on Beirut. Mediators are trying to finalize a preliminary peace deal between the US and Iran to end the three-month war in the Middle East.
Trump warns Israel and Iran against escalation after Beirut strike
US Donald Trump has criticized Israel for the airstrike on Beirut and called on both sides to show restraint. According to the Guardian, Trump warned on Truth Social not to jeopardize the imminent peace deal with Iran.
Putin calls Trump: 55 minutes on Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin and US Donald Trump spoke by phone for about 55 minutes about Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine. The Kremlin described the conversation as 'friendly and open.'
Israel strikes Beirut suburbs after Hezbollah attacks
The Israeli air force has again attacked suburbs of Beirut after the Lebanese Hezbollah fired on Israeli territory. According to the Lebanese civil defense, three people were killed and six wounded.
Iran questions diplomatic path with US after Israeli strikes
Iran has questioned the diplomatic path with the United States following new Israeli attacks in Lebanon, as reported by Zdfheute. Parliament speaker and chief negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf wrote on X that if the US lacks the will or ability to meet its commitments, the diplomatic route cannot continue.
Swiss Voters Reject SVP Population Cap
In a nationwide referendum, Swiss voters have clearly rejected a proposal by the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP) to cap the country's population at ten million. Around 55 percent voted against the initiative, according to Deutsche Welle.
Thousands protest in Rome for ‘remigration’ as new right-wing party founded
In Rome, thousands of people demonstrated for so-called remigration. At the same time, right-wing activists founded the new Futuro Nazionale party.
British Army Stops Russian Shadow Tanker in the English Channel
Prime Minister Keir Starmer ordered the British military to intercept an oil tanker from Russia's shadow fleet in the English Channel. The vessel is now being held off the south coast, Starmer said.
Greece Considers Nuclear Power with Floating Reactors
The Greek government is considering the use of floating nuclear power plants to secure the country's electricity supply, as reported by Handelsblatt. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis stated that strategically, there is no way around nuclear power.
Combat Exercise in Lithuania: German Army Rehearses for Real War
During the 'Freedom Shield 2026' exercise in Lithuania, the Bundeswehr's new Panzer Brigade 45 is practicing combat on Lithuanian soil for the first time. After a simulated attack, a sergeant gave a sobering assessment: 'In a real war, I would be dead now.'
UK stops Russian shadow tanker in English Channel for first time
The British Navy intercepted a tanker from Russia's shadow fleet in the English Channel on Sunday, the Ministry of Defence said.
Switzerland Votes on Capping Population at Ten Million
On Sunday, Switzerland holds a referendum on a population cap of ten million. The right-wing conservative SVP wants to drastically limit immigration – which could also affect Germans.
British forces stop Russian shadow tanker in English Channel
The British Navy has stopped an oil tanker from Russia's shadow fleet in the English Channel. Prime Minister Keir Starmer calls it a blow to Putin's war chest.
Royal Marines Stop Russian Shadow Tanker in English Channel
British special forces intercepted a sanctioned oil tanker from Russia's shadow fleet in the English Channel on Sunday morning. Keir Starmer called it a blow to Putin's illegal war.
Hezbollah Strikes Israel with Explosive Drones
The Lebanese Hezbollah attacked northern Israel with explosive drones. Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich is demanding a harsher response.
Trump turns 80: Age and judgment of US president raise concerns
On Sunday, US Donald Trump will turn 80 – and celebrate with a night of cage fighting on the White House lawn. The Guardian has expressed alarm over Trump's judgment and the global risks that grow with his age.
Protests in Albania Against Luxury Resort Kushner
Thousands of people demonstrated in Tirana on Monday evening against the construction of a luxury hotel in a nature reserve. According to Deutschlandfunk, Kushner, Donald Trump's son-in-law, is among the investors in the project.
Trump: Iran Deal on Sunday – Tehran Doubts Timeline
US Donald Trump has announced that an initial peace agreement with Iran could be signed as early as Sunday. Tehran immediately questioned that timeline.
Trump and Macron: Dinner at Versailles After G7 Summit
US Donald Trump and French Emmanuel Macron will dine together at Versailles on Monday after the G7 summit. Macron invited Trump on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of US independence, Ukrainska Pravda reports.
Mayor in Mexico Shot Dead: Violence Against Local Politicians Continues
In the Mexican state of Oaxaca, the mayor of San Miguel Amatitlan, José Ángel Bravo Martínez, has been shot dead. The state prosecutor's office has launched an investigation, according to Deutsche Welle.
Orbán Confirmed as Fidesz Leader Despite Election Defeat
Hungary's former Viktor Orbán remains chairman of the right-wing nationalist Fidesz party for another year. The confirmation came despite an electoral defeat, according to Deutschlandfunk.
Thousands Join Anti-Racism Rally in Belfast
Thousands of people protested in Belfast against anti-immigrant violence, following riots triggered by an alleged knife attack by a Sudanese refugee.
Bushfires threaten rare pink cockatoos in Australia
Two fires in twelve years have destroyed almost all old native pines in Victoria's Wyperfeld National Park, a key breeding ground for endangered pink cockatoos. According to the Guardian, the birds depend on the conifers for nesting and food.
Trump: Iran Deal to Be Signed on Sunday
US Donald Trump has announced that the agreement to end hostilities between the US and Iran is scheduled to be signed on Sunday. Iran, however, disputes the timeline.
Trump announces agreement with Iran to end war
US Donald Trump has announced a framework agreement with Iran to end the war, scheduled for Sunday. Iran immediately denied the claims.
Trump: Iran Agreement to Be Signed Tomorrow
US Donald Trump announced that an agreement with Iran is set to be signed on Sunday, as part of efforts to end the Iran war.
Kennedy Center removes Trump’s name from facade
The Kennedy Center in Washington has removed the name of US Donald Trump from its facade and website, following a court order, as reported by Tagesspiegel.
Iran announces fees for Strait of Hormuz passage
Iran has announced fees for passage through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz. According to Handelsblatt, the letter of intent will not be signed on Sunday.
Funeral of Ayatollah Khamenei on July 9
Iran's leadership has announced that the funeral of the killed Ayatollah Ali Khamenei will take place on July 9.
Gripen jets intercept Russian warplanes over Baltic Sea
Swedish JAS 39 Gripen fighters were scrambled twice on June 12 to intercept and escort Su-24 and Su-34 jets over the Baltic Sea, the Swedish Armed Forces said.
Cuba Announces Further Economic Opening After US Pressure
The Cuban government has announced new steps to liberalize the economy. According to Deutschlandfunk, the announcement comes after pressure from the United States.
Israel strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon as ceasefire extended
Israel has launched new airstrikes against Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, while the US, Israel, and Lebanon agreed to extend the fragile ceasefire by 45 days, according to Spiegel.
Anthropic deactivates AI models after US export restrictions
The US company Anthropic has deactivated its most powerful AI models, 'Mythos 5' and 'Fable 5', following a US government order that prohibits access by foreign nationals.
US government forces Anthropic to block top AI model
The US government has ordered AI developer Anthropic to block access to its newly released Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, citing national security risks. The company complied, cutting off all users.
Tren de Aragua leader killed in US strike in Venezuela
US Donald Trump announced the killing of Tren de Aragua leader Héctor Rusthenford Guerrero Flores by the US Southern Command. The Venezuelan government confirmed the death of the gang boss, who was killed in the southeastern state of Bolívar.
Iran insists on domestic uranium dilution before final deal with US
Iran has rejected the transfer of its highly enriched uranium abroad and demands its dilution within the country as a precondition for a final nuclear agreement with the United States, according to Iranian Foreign Abbas Araghchi, as reported by the Kyiv Post.
Clashes at One Nation Fundraiser in Melbourne
A man was detained by police during a protest against a fundraiser for the right-wing populist One Nation party in Melbourne on Friday, as reported by the Guardian.
Iran and US: Agreement to End War Moves Closer
More than three months after the start of the Iran war, an agreement between Washington and Tehran is imminent, according to Zdfheute. However, key questions remain unresolved.