Foreign ministers of the Group of Seven have made securing the Strait of Hormuz conditional on the cessation of hostilities in the Middle East, emphasising the need for stability in a region critical to global energy supply and maritime security.

Maurizio Gasparri has resigned as Forza Italia’s Senate group leader, marking the fourth resignation within the ruling majority in three days. This follows the defeat of the Yes camp in the justice referendum, triggering significant instability and prompting calls for a revised centre-left agenda.

NATO Secretary General asserts US President Donald Trump’s actions have strengthened the alliance’s resilience, with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte endorsing Trump’s advocacy for increased defence spending among allies. Rutte also acknowledged Trump’s role in facilitating dialogue with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Prosecutors allege that the accused men are complicit in war crimes due to Lundin Oil’s agreements with Sudan’s government, which placed military forces in charge of security. This development raises significant legal implications regarding corporate responsibility in conflict zones.

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Four men were sentenced in Berlin yesterday for storing weapons intended for attacks in Europe, linked to Hamas. They received prison terms ranging from four to six years for membership in a foreign terrorist organisation.

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Far-right parties in Denmark have seen significant gains in recent elections this morning, with the Danish People’s Party tripling its vote share. Outgoing Prime Minister Frederiksen’s administration may face challenges in forming a new coalition.