Finland’s foreign minister urged an EU-wide halt to Russian tourist visas, adding pressure ahead of bloc talks on Russia visa policy.
The EU plans fresh financing for Ukraine drone and missile purchases as leaders prepare to discuss Kyiv’s funding needs at this week’s summit.
CENTCOM said a U.S. fighter disabled the M/V Ocean Molica, while UKMTO reported a separate tanker fire in the Strait of Hormuz.
The European Parliament approved a €115 million Agile defence innovation programme aimed at SMEs, startups and scale-ups.
Trump plans to call Putin as WHO seeks more details from Russia on an Irkutsk fatal pneumonia case and reported local health measures.
Trump said the U.S. is monitoring reports from Irkutsk and is ready to help, as neighboring states tighten sanitary border precautions.
Preliminary Bosnia results showed ruling-party candidates and Milorad Dodik’s allies holding key posts, signaling political continuity.
BSW lawmaker Sven Hornauf is preparing delegations to Belarus and Russia to revive twin-city ties, adding to Germany’s Russia policy debate.
Flydubai halted Israel flights after a Dubai-Tel Aviv service made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia during a suspected cockpit attack.
Major AI developers signed a voluntary Trump-backed agreement to monitor model risks, cooperate with auditors and shape future safety standards.
Zelensky said North Korea is preparing to send about 10,000 more troops to Russia, adding fresh geopolitical risk for markets.
Russian drones struck Zaporizhzhia and Odesa overnight, killing at least three civilians and hitting port and civilian infrastructure in Kiliia.
Kyiv denied a report that Trump suggested Zelensky travel to Moscow, as markets watch diplomacy tied to energy attacks and diesel prices.
Zelensky told the UN that Putin is spreading global war risk and said Russia’s oil revenues and energy infrastructure remain central to the conflict.
US forces reported a new Caribbean strike on an alleged drug vessel, killing four, as investors track regional security and legal risks.
A mass drone attack near Moscow killed two, injured at least six, halted airports and reportedly hit a refinery and warehouse complex.
China urged the U.S. to stop preparing for space war after Washington confirmed orbital weapons systems for defense and offense.
Russia is expected to attend next week’s G20 energy meeting in Houston as geopolitical risks keep energy security in market focus.
Norway says a drone threat delayed Zelenskyy’s flight from Moldova to Oslo, as reports pointed to Russian drone activity near the border.
Macron is asking Brussels for an EU-wide social media ban for under-15s after France’s Constitutional Council blocked a national law.
U.S. envoys move from Moscow to Kyiv after discussing concrete Ukraine war plans with Putin, adding a fresh geopolitical catalyst for markets.
Latvia says a suspect in the Leipzig airport sabotage case had been living in Russia, as Germany expands measures affecting transport security and sanctions enforcement.
Putin said chances for peace in Ukraine exist, while Zelensky said U.S. delegates will visit Kyiv and Moscow to discuss a possible settlement.
ICAO urged stronger safeguards for civilian aircraft after Ukraine warned that rising military activity is making Russian airspace unsafe.
More than 40 countries called for 24-hour advance notice of ballistic missile tests to reduce miscalculations and promote global security amid recent launches in the Pacific and Korean Peninsula.
Drone strikes in Kursk and Belgorod regions cause casualties and prompt security alerts in Moscow and Yaroslavl, impacting regional stability and market dynamics.
Russia deploys the large anti-submarine ship Admiral Levchenko from the Northern Fleet to the Baltic Sea near Germany, replacing Severomorsk to protect maritime logistics.
The U.S. introduces a permanent visa bond requirement of up to $20,000 for citizens of 50 countries to curb overstays, excluding Russia.
Greece has sharply increased Schengen visa denials for Russian travelers, with refusal rates up to 70%, disrupting tourism amid tightened EU visa rules.
Germany classifies 410 individuals as Islamist threats in mid-2026 while consultations on radicalization remain elevated, reflecting ongoing security and social challenges.
Montenegro will end visa-free travel for Russian and Belarusian citizens after October 31, 2026, aligning with EU visa policies amid its EU accession process.
The IRGC has mined a tanker in the Strait of Hormuz and threatens to block unauthorized vessels, amid reports of a Greek-owned tanker’s possible seizure by Iran.
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.
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.
France imposes stricter visa rules for Russians, requiring in-person submissions amid rising delays at EU visa centers in Moscow.
German authorities have granted asylum to Russian anti-war activist Ilya Shkolny after a lengthy legal battle and interventions by human rights groups.
France and Italy express reservations over the EU's proposed entry ban on Russian combatants, fearing it may unintentionally impact all Russian travelers amid the 21st sanctions package.
Right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella leads Colombia's presidential runoff, signaling a turn toward tougher security policies and economic deregulation.
Ukrainian drone strikes caused fires at strategic sites in Crimea, including Kerch port's oil terminal and Sevastopol's defense zones, with air defenses shooting down four UAVs.
US envoy Steven Whitcoff heads to Switzerland to resume postponed nuclear talks with Iran amid calls for a Lebanon ceasefire and ongoing Middle East tensions.
EU leaders agree to extend sanctions on Russia for one year, reflecting a unified stance and signaling potential impacts on energy, finance, and trade sectors.
The UN faces bankruptcy due to delayed payments from the US and China, forcing drastic budget cuts and threatening global peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts.
Palm Beach International Airport in Florida will be renamed after President Donald Trump on July 9, changing its IATA code to DJT to reflect his initials.
Latvia’s ruling coalition collapses after Defense Minister resigns over drone incursions, sparking calls for new government formation ahead of elections.
Former Polish Justice Minister Zbigniew Ziobro fled Hungary for the US amid extradition efforts by Poland’s government following Hungary’s new prime minister’s pledge.
EU leaders coordinate potential talks with Russia amid ongoing tensions, while Moscow shows no clear readiness for serious negotiations.
The US will issue special passports featuring President Trump’s portrait for the 250th independence anniversary, alongside commemorative currency and gold coins.
King Charles III visits the US amid US-UK tensions over Iran conflict and NATO, meeting former President Trump and addressing Congress in a bid to restore ties.
President Trump cancels US envoy trip to Pakistan amid stalled Iran peace talks, citing confidence in US leverage and logistical challenges in negotiations.
Hungarian Prime Minister Peter Madjar will meet with the European Commission to negotiate the release of billions in EU funds frozen under the previous government.