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Norway’s foreign affairs minister, Espen Barth Eide, asserted that Europe is fulfilling its role in the Hormuz Strait, while emphasising that NATO is not involved in the Iran conflict. His comments highlight the distinct positions of European nations and NATO regarding regional security dynamics.
France and Poland have announced enhanced defence cooperation to address growing security concerns from Russia’s actions. In Gdansk, President Macron and Premier Tusk discussed collaboration on nuclear deterrence, military satellites, and joint exercises, with potential deployments of French nuclear-capable aircraft to Poland planned in the coming months.
Slovakia will hold a referendum on 4 July to determine whether to cancel lifelong payments to Prime Minister Robert Fico and other former leaders after their terms end. The vote follows a citizen petition from the pro-Western opposition party, supported by over 350,000 signatures.
Ukraine conducted drone strikes on two oil refineries in Russia’s Samara Oblast on Saturday, targeting facilities vital to Russia’s energy infrastructure. The Novokuybyshevsk refinery experienced significant fires, while the Syzran facility was hit shortly after, impacting fuel supplies crucial for domestic and export distribution.
Caracas and the European Union have established a new cooperation agenda following discussions in the Venezuelan parliament, marking a significant economic pivot. This agreement coincides with Venezuela’s efforts to restore relations with the IMF and the World Bank.
Hungary’s incoming Prime Minister Péter Magyar announced that oil flows from Russia via the Druzhba pipeline could potentially resume next week, following communication from Hungary’s MOL. This pipeline, delivering oil through Ukraine, was halted after damage from a Russian drone strike in January, straining relations with Kyiv.
US Vice President JD Vance defended just war theory during a Turning Point USA event, criticising Pope Leo XIV’s stance on the war in Iran. Citing over a millennium of theological tradition, he warned the pontiff to tread carefully in theological matters. The pope was in Algeria, commemorating Saint Augustine.
The European Commission has dismissed claims of imminent jet fuel shortages, despite warnings from the International Energy Agency regarding potential cancellations of flights due to geopolitical disruptions. Officials state there are currently no shortages in the EU, though assessments and preparations for possible supply issues continue.
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