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G7 to Boost Ukraine Air Defences, Sanctions on Russia

G7 leaders have pledged to strengthen Ukraine’s air defences and tighten sanctions on Russia’s oil and gas sectors, according to a joint statement released on Wednesday.

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Conflicts & Security

England Faces Croatia in 2026 World Cup Opener

England faces Croatia in a highly anticipated World Cup 2026 opener at Dallas Stadium on June 17, with up to 15,000 England fans expected to attend, according to the UK Football Policing Unit.

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Europe

Russian Artist and Putin Critic Shot Dead in Poland

A Russian artist known for his caricatures of Vladimir Putin and other Russian officials was shot dead in Biała Podlaska, Poland. The victim, Robert Kuzovkov (also known as Semyon Skrepetsky), was killed in what authorities described as a targeted attack.

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Europe

G7 Leaders Meet in France to Discuss Iran and Ukraine

G7 leaders convened in France to address the war in Ukraine and a U.S.-Iran deal, with U.S. President Donald Trump announcing an agreement to end the 3 1/2-month-old conflict. The summit includes guest nations such as Egypt, Qatar, and the UAE.

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Europe

Lukaschenko calls for compromise in Ukraine war, visits North Korea

Barely four years into the Russia-Ukraine war, Belarusian President Alexander Lukaschenko is urging both sides to seek compromise. In a recent interview, Lukaschenko said a military victory was 'unrealistic' for either side. Separately, Lukaschenko visited North Korea to strengthen ties with Kim Jong-un.

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Europe

Russian strikes kill nine and set historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze

At least nine people have been killed in a wave of Russian strikes on Ukraine that set a major religious landmark in Kyiv on fire, officials said. The 11th Century Dormition Cathedral was significantly damaged in what President Volodymyr Zelensky called 'one of the biggest Russian crimes against Christian culture today.'

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Europe

Kyiv Cathedral Burns in Heavy Russian Air Raids

Russia launched one of its heaviest air raids on Ukraine in weeks, setting fire to a historic cathedral in Kyiv and killing at least four people, according to local officials and the air force.

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Europe

Sweden Beats Tunisia 5-1 in Strong World Cup Start

Sweden defeated Tunisia 5-1 in a strong start to the World Cup, according to Al Jazeera.

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US Politics

Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he ‘never reciprocated’

Bill Gates testified before a congressional committee on Wednesday, stating he never had a personal relationship with Jeffrey Epstein and ended ties when the convicted sex offender failed to deliver on fundraising for his philanthropy, according to the BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

Ukraine Says Missiles Hit Military Plant in Russia

Ukrainian forces have carried out a missile attack deep inside Russia, hitting a major military plant overnight, President Volodymyr Zelensky has said, according to BBC.

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Leaders

Disclosure Day Kritik: Steven Spielberg’s UFO Thriller Reviewed

Steven Spielberg's new UFO-themed film 'Disclosure Day' explores themes of secrecy, empathy, and the global threat of nuclear war, according to reviews from Den of Geek, Mashable, and Filmstarts.

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Conflicts & Security

Inside Myanmar, Rebels Losing Ground to Military

Four unwilling recruits in Myanmar say they were forced into military service, contributing to the junta's recent battlefield gains, according to the BBC.

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Europa

Russland im Kraftstoffkrise: Ukraine intensiviert Angriffe

Russland erlebt eine zunehmende Kraftstoffkrise, da die Ukraine Drohnenangriffe auf besetzte Gebiete verstärkt, meldet die BBC.

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Europe

Russia’s Fuel Crisis Intensifies Amid Ukraine Drone Strikes

Russia is experiencing a deepening fuel crisis as Ukraine escalates drone attacks on occupied territories, according to the BBC.

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Conflicts & Security

Xi Jinping and Kim Jong Un vow stronger ties as North Korea visit wraps up

Chinese President Xi Jinping concluded a high-profile visit to North Korea, where he and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un pledged stronger ties, according to BBC reports.

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