A new Insa survey shows Germans split on banning the far-right AfD, which remains ahead of the CDU/CSU, amid low government approval ratings and rising political tensions.
Washington's 250th Independence Day celebrations were halted by a thunderstorm, forcing cancellations of major events including a scheduled Trump speech, impacting local market activities.
A new study shows 40% of Germans doubt they can work until retirement age due to heavy physical and mental job demands, raising concerns for labor markets and pension policies.
Russia's Defense Ministry proposes ending mandatory medical exams for conscripts and contract soldiers, reflecting recruitment difficulties amid ongoing conflict.
Latvian President Edgars Rinkēvičs warns NATO to prepare for potential escalation with Russia, stressing the need for stronger military capabilities and alliance unity ahead of the Ankara summit.
Russian air and drone strikes hit Sumy and Zaporizhzhia on July 3, causing multiple civilian casualties and injuries in residential and industrial areas.
On July 2, Russia launched deadly strikes across multiple Ukrainian regions, causing numerous casualties and widespread infrastructure damage amid ongoing conflict escalation.
Belarus urges citizens to avoid travel to Russian border areas due to drone attacks amid Ukraine conflict, warning that safety cannot be guaranteed until war ends.
Russia permits circulation of higher-sulfur Euro-3 fuels domestically until 2026 to address fuel shortages caused by refinery strikes and supply disruptions.
Two German brothers admitted to illegally exporting €830,000 of machinery parts to Russia via front companies in Central Asia and Turkey, violating EU sanctions.
June saw a 29% drop in Russian drone strikes and a 15% decrease in missile attacks on Ukraine compared to May, though experts caution this may be temporary amid ongoing conflict.
Kyiv faces massive rocket and drone attacks from Russia, causing 5 deaths and 34 injuries, with multiple district fires and infrastructure damage reported.