The U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether E. Jean Carroll committed perjury regarding her civil lawsuits against President Trump. The inquiry, led by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Illinois, focuses on her 2022 deposition claims about funding sources for her litigation.

Giorgia Meloni’s government faces increasing tension with historic allies, the US and Israel, as calls grow for European sanctions against Israeli officials following controversial remarks by Itamar Ben-Gvir. The shift in Italy’s foreign policy has sparked debate among political figures amid concerns of self-sanctioning trade impacts.

The U.S. military conducted strikes against Iranian drones near the Strait of Hormuz, targeting a control station in Bandar Abbas. Although described as defensive measures, the strikes challenge the ongoing U.S.-Iran ceasefire. The situation evolves as diplomatic discussions continue regarding Iran’s nuclear programme.

Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy stated on Wednesday before the Paris Court of Appeal that he has “not betrayed the trust of the French people” regarding allegations of Libyan funding for his 2007 presidential campaign. Sarkozy faces renewed charges of corruption, campaign financing, and concealment as his appeal progresses.

Adam Candeub, currently general counsel at the Federal Communications Commission, is a leading candidate for Assistant Attorney General of the Antitrust Division. He previously criticised the tech sector and is expected to oversee significant mergers, following the impending departure of Omeed Assefi next month.