- London-area animal rescue burdened with £200,000 bill after cat seizure
- Trump secretly switched planes shortly after credible Iranian missile threat
- Putin claims he has never been afraid of anything during public appearance
- Spain experiences first total solar eclipse in over a century
- Hockey Canada upholds suspensions for four players from 2018 World Junior team
- U.S. charges 11 in alleged marriage fraud scheme aiding Chinese nationals
- Swimmer mistaken for shark’s target by 300kg tuna on Spanish beach
- Mount Etna eruption disrupts air traffic in Sicily for sixth consecutive day
EU REGIONAL UPDATE
This morning, Europe addresses critical migrant concerns while reinforcing economic resilience in light of ongoing geopolitical challenges.
Leaders convene to unify responses across member states.
Follow the latest from the European Parliament, including debates, votes, legislation and political developments shaping decisions across the European Union.
EU Politics
European leaders, including France’s Macron and the UK’s Keir Starmer, convened in Berlin for an E5 summit aimed at strengthening defence collaboration amid shifting US commitments. The summit addressed support for Ukraine and strategic military projects, coinciding with a key NATO summit in Ankara in July.
Giorgia Meloni criticises Donald Trump, refuting his claims of her begging for a photograph, while expressing disappointment in his treatment of allies.
France and Germany announced the abandonment of their Future Combat Air System (FCAS) joint fighter jet programme due to unresolved disagreements between companies involved. This setback hinders European defence cooperation amid rising geopolitical tensions, although development of the Combat Cloud digital network will proceed.
EU UPDATE
This morning, Europe prepares for key discussions on migration policies and environmental regulations.
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