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- US envoy Jared Kushner links lack of Gaza progress to Israeli elections
- Floating island in British Columbia reservoir appears and disappears 20 miles away
- Eiffel Tower closes after staff walkout over treatment of women
- IAEA reports Syria’s Assad-era reactor configured for nuclear weapons
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- Vladimir Putin misled about military progress in Ukraine, experts say
Europe
Staff at the Eiffel Tower walked out on Monday, leading to the closure of the landmark. The protest arose after female employees were reportedly relocated out of view during a visit by a Hindu delegation, prompting strong condemnation and calls for an investigation from officials and unions alike.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that the war with Russia is likely to continue into winter, following talks in Kyiv with US peace envoys Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff. Zelenskyy expressed hope for collaboration with American and European partners amidst ongoing discussions with various national security advisors.
A Phantom F-4 jet crashed during an air show at Tanagra air base, killing both pilots. The incident, part of Athens Flying Week 2026, triggered a fire that spread to nearby forests, prompting a large firefighting response and closure of local roads.
The continent (including the UK) has experienced a lovely heatwave last week, and whilst it may have ended for the UK, much of the rest of Europe is still basking in the sun – get out and see our incredible continent and all it has to offer, as the summer break begins for some – and is creeping close for the rest of us!
France and Germany have joined forces in calling for a measured yet assertive EU response to proposed U.S. tariffs on aircraft and aircraft parts, part of Washington’s broader 20% levies on EU imports.
Jeff Bezos is set to marry Lauren Sanchez in a luxurious multi-day wedding in Venice, with reports suggesting celebrity attendees including Oprah Winfrey and Katy Perry.
A large-scale assault overnight targeted Kyiv and surrounding areas, with Russia deploying over 350 drones and 16 missiles.
A fake wedding involving a 9-year-old Ukrainian girl at Disneyland Paris sparked a police investigation after staff suspected illegal child marriage.
Iran and European diplomats have begun urgent nuclear talks in Geneva, as Israel ramps up airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites.
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