The Unitary Democratic Platform, an alliance of Venezuelan opposition parties, has reaffirmed support for exiled leader Maria Corina Machado and called for free elections. The coalition outlined 14 proposals, seeking democratic transition and Machado’s safe return after she has been prevented from re-entering Venezuela.

A priest in Guayaquil, Ecuador, has died after being struck by a large altar cross during a livestreamed Mass at Perpetuo Socorro Church.

Protests in Tirana, Albania, escalated into clashes with riot police as thousands demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, citing poor university conditions and corruption. The confrontations began earlier this week amid ongoing discontent linked to a controversial resort project associated with Donald Trump’s family.

Israeli settlers attacked a European diplomatic convoy in the West Bank, beating a visiting French mayor during the olive harvest.

A wild boar caused chaos in Zaragoza as police chased it through the city, eventually leading to its euthanisation after it entered a nightclub during a festival.

United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that Ukraine lacks access to Starshield, the military-grade version of Starlink, while a request for its use in deep strikes within Russia is currently being discussed. Rubio emphasised the differences between Starlink and Starshield, citing regulatory distinctions.