Cliff Notes: ICJ upholds Kosovo war crimes conviction for Pjeter Shala Pjeter Shala’s sentence was reduced from 18 to 13 years by the Kosovo Specialist Chambers tribunal, which upheld his conviction for war crimes committed during the 1998-99 Kosovo uprising. The tribunal noted that the original sentencing was disproportionate compared to similar cases, and Shala’s lack of commanding role in some charges was considered. Judges described Shala’s acts of torture as “of particular cruelty,” with…
Cliff Notes – Trump urges MAGA supporters to forget about Epstein files. Trump defended his administration and attempted to quell frustration among MAGA supporters over the withholding of Epstein case files by the Justice Department and FBI. He suggested that energy should be redirected towards investigating the 2020 election claims, rather than focusing on Epstein, who he claims is of little interest. Trump’s handling of the Epstein files is a betrayal for QAnon as it…
Donald Trump announces 30% tariff on imports from EU, after a failed push to get Ursula von der Leyen removed form the UE commission.
His tariffs wil ignite a trade war.
Cliff Notes – Trump visits Texas flood sites amid search for missing President Trump visits Texas a week after the devastating floods, where over 120 people have died due to severe flash floods, with 170 still missing. He faced scrutiny over the federal response and expressed anger about questions regarding the timing of evacuation warnings. People question why did he take so long to visit the ‘Red State’, surely he would have wanted to show…
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen survived a no-confidence motion in the European Parliament on 10 July, with only 175 MEPs in support, compared to 360 against and 18 abstaining.
The US Supreme Court lifted a lower court injunction, allowing the Trump administration to proceed with federal job cuts, potentially affecting hundreds of thousands of employees while legal proceedings continue.
Budapest police announced they will not pursue legal actions against participants of the Pride parade, despite the event being officially prohibited.
Aleksandra Chrzanowska, a human rights activist, provides essential aid to refugees in Bialowieza National Park, Europe’s last primeval forest, amidst a humanitarian crisis exacerbated by Poland’s stringent border policies.
The passage of the ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Act’ signals a significant legislative achievement for Trump, fulfilling many of his campaign promises, particularly around immigration and military spending.
A federal judge ruled that President Trump’s asylum ban at the US-Mexico border overstepped his legal authority and bypassed established processes for asylum seekers.
The European Parliament will hold a no-confidence vote against President Ursula von der Leyen, emphasising rising discontent in Brussels following controversial decisions.
Elon Musk has signalled intentions to create a new political party, the “America Party,” in response to dissatisfaction with the current US tax and spending bill, indicating potential opposition to Republican lawmakers.
Azerbaijani police raided the offices of Sputnik, citing illegal financing despite the agency’s accreditation being revoked in February 2025.
Clashes erupted in Belgrade as police used pepper spray to disperse anti-government protesters demanding early elections and an end to President Vucic’s rule.
Tens of thousands attended the Budapest Pride march, with estimates ranging from 100,000 to 200,000 participants, despite a police ban imposed by Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government.
Cliff Notes – Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez marry in Venice. Jeff Bezos married Lauren Sanchez in a lavish ceremony on San Giorgio Maggiore island, Venice, featuring high-profile guests like Kim Kardashian and Oprah Winfrey. Amidst celebrations, protesters highlighted issues like taxes, affordable housing, and the environmental impact of the event, coining the slogan “No space for Bezos.” The wedding festivities, lasting three days and featuring around 27 outfits for Sanchez, reportedly cost between €40…
Cliff Notes – Scorching heat grips the European continent How Athens is preparing for wildfires — Focus on Europe Extreme heat is being felt across Europe with more in store over the coming days. Though the Wimbledon tennis tournament says, it is bracing for its hottest-ever start with temperatures expected to be around 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit), southern countries like Spain, Italy, and Greece look set to see temperatures far higher still. In…
Greek firefighters on Thursday battled a fast-moving wildfire that burned holiday homes and forest land near the coastal town of Palaia Fokaia, 40 kilometres (25 miles) south of Athens.
Blogger Siarhei Tsikhanouski, a prominent Belarusian political prisoner, was released after five years, attributed to diplomatic efforts linked to ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Ukraine.
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez criticises EU members for not suspending a trade deal with Israel despite a recent review citing major human rights violations in Gaza.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed an agreement to establish a special tribunal with the Council of Europe to prosecute Russian leaders for the war in Ukraine, emphasising the importance of holding them accountable.
Jose Adolfo Macias, known as “Fito,” has been recaptured after escaping prison in 2024, with authorities confirming his arrest in Manta, Ecuador.
Hugo Carvajal, former head of Venezuela’s military intelligence, pleaded guilty to drug trafficking and narcoterrorism charges, facing a maximum life sentence.
A civil court in Nantes has ruled the French government partially liable for the 2016 death of jogger Jean-Rene Auffray, attributing 60% of the responsibility to state negligence related to agricultural pollution.
Kirsty Coventry made history on March 20, 2025, by being elected as the first woman and first African president of the International Olympic Committee, officially taking office on June 23, 2025.
