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.
Drone strikes hit Russian cities Belgorod, Rostov-on-Don, and Engels airfield, causing fires and damaging logistics and energy infrastructure amid ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Ukraine's coordinated attacks on Wildberries warehouses in Saint Petersburg region, Tver, and Crimea have caused fires and operational halts, disrupting major e-commerce logistics hubs.
The US has sent the first of a $100M humanitarian aid package to Cuba amid sanctions and military contingency planning by Washington.
The US conducted its tenth straight day of strikes on Iran’s military sites as Tehran responded with missile and drone attacks, intensifying tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
The IMF approved a €604 million disbursement to Ukraine after a satisfactory program review, supporting Kiev amid delays in reforms and ongoing conflict.
US military deaths in the Iran conflict have reached 17 after a soldier was killed during the detonation of Iranian explosives in Iraq, with US forces escalating military deployments amid rising tensions.
Russian forces attacked Zaporizhzhia and Sumy with guided bombs on July 19, killing at least three civilians and damaging residential and industrial infrastructure.
The US has launched airstrikes against Iran for the ninth night, while Iran targets US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain amid escalating Middle East tensions.
Russian ballistic missile strike overnight causes fires and damage across Kyiv, leaving at least one dead and multiple injured amid heightened conflict tensions.
Hungary blocks the opening of key EU negotiation clusters for Ukraine's accession talks, delaying progress on internal market and competitiveness issues.
Ukrainian drone attacks overnight targeted Russian regions including Tambov, Moscow, and Crimea, causing fires, casualties, and evacuations at key logistics sites and urban areas.
The US launched multiple strikes on Iranian infrastructure, prompting Iranian retaliatory attacks and heightened regional defense measures amid escalating tensions.
Former President Trump alleges China accessed data of 220 million US voters to influence the 2020 election and calls for investigation into concealed intelligence.
US forces conducted airstrikes on Iranian military and infrastructure sites in the Persian Gulf; Iran retaliated with attacks on US bases in Bahrain and Kuwait.
The US is negotiating to restore an Iraq-Syria oil pipeline bypassing the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to reduce Iran's regional energy influence amid heightened Middle East tensions.
Germany defends the International Criminal Court amid a US campaign to limit its jurisdiction, with the EU rejecting claims that the ICC threatens US sovereignty.
The US military launched new strikes on Iranian targets near the Strait of Hormuz to disrupt attacks on commercial shipping, escalating regional tensions and raising global energy market risks.
Former Spanish PM Mariano Rajoy faces backlash after claiming no players in France's 2026 World Cup team are genuinely French, sparking accusations of racism.
The EU Commission has recommended revoking €2M funding from the Venice Biennale due to Russia’s participation, citing breaches of democratic values and EU sanctions.
US forces struck Iran for the third time this week after attacks on commercial vessels, leading to the closure of the crucial Strait of Hormuz and escalating regional tensions.
Russian ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv injured six as air raid warnings were delayed. The attacks reflect escalating conflict with significant civilian and infrastructural damage.
Russia has indefinitely closed the Azov-Don Canal after Ukrainian drone strikes on vessels, disrupting key grain export routes and triggering a spike in wheat prices.
June 2026 saw the highest civilian casualties in Ukraine since the invasion began, with UN reports indicating a continued rise in deaths and injuries amid ongoing Russian attacks.
Fuel prices in Crimea nearly doubled in early July amid Russia's domestic supply shortages and export restrictions, with prices rising 78.4% on average for the week.
President Trump promises to remove Syria from the terrorism sponsor list, enabling new investment opportunities and signaling a strategic US-Syria rapprochement.
Uzbek aluminium producer AKFA Aluminium plans its first international bond offering with investor roadshows in London starting July 13, signaling its strategic financial expansion.
US military strikes Iranian targets after attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, while diplomatic efforts to de-escalate tensions remain stalled.
Gazprom has contracted with Russia's Defense Ministry to form mobile security units to patrol and protect gas infrastructure, employing personnel without active military status.
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.
The US and Iran agreed to halt attacks until June 30 ahead of talks in Qatar on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global oil markets and shipping volumes.
Polish opposition leader Jarosław Kaczyński urges blocking Ukraine’s EU accession talks amid escalating tensions over historical disputes and refugee concerns.
US forces struck Iranian military infrastructure after drone attacks on oil tankers near the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions and impacting global energy markets.
A Russian ballistic missile strike on Kyiv injured two and ignited fires, while Ukrainian forces reported multiple drone and missile launches targeting several regions overnight.
Russia's maritime oil exports surged to a 2026 high amid US-Iran negotiations that triggered a 16% drop in global oil prices, intensifying market competition and price pressures.
Right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella leads Colombia's presidential runoff, signaling a turn toward tougher security policies and economic deregulation.
The US and Iran agreed on a communication channel to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, finalizing a 60-day roadmap for broader diplomatic agreements amid ongoing technical talks.
The US may impose fees for Strait of Hormuz passage if the Iran deal fails, following a temporary ceasefire and lifted blockade, signaling potential shifts in global oil trade flows.
Germany's Economy Minister Katherina Reiche emphasized that future EU-Turkey gas contracts must exclude Russian supplies amid efforts to reduce reliance on Russian energy sources.
Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani cancels US visit after President Trump's offensive comments about PM Meloni, raising diplomatic tensions and market watch concerns.
US intelligence warns Netanyahu may undermine the US-Iran deal amid Israeli concerns over Hezbollah and regional security ahead of key elections.
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 US has lifted its naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, enabling record oil transit volumes amid ongoing US-Iran peace negotiations.
Russia launched ballistic missile strikes on Kyiv and other Ukrainian cities shortly after the G7 pledged increased support to Ukraine, raising geopolitical tensions and market risks.
The Strait of Hormuz will reopen immediately after US and Iran sign a peace memorandum, ending port blockades and easing energy market tensions.
France, Germany, the UK, and Italy endorse the US-Iran deal, emphasizing nuclear non-proliferation and the restoration of safe maritime navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
Russian missile strikes on Kyiv ignited fires at the Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra and residential buildings, causing at least nine deaths and widespread power outages in the capital.
Lithuania, Poland, and France conduct joint military drills in June near the strategic Suwalki Corridor to enhance defense amid rising regional tensions and Russian military buildup.
UAE reportedly agreed to unfreeze billions in Iranian oil revenues to halt attacks, but denies the claims amid ongoing U.S.-Iran peace talks.