Over 2. 2 million Ukrainians, mostly women and children, have received "vital" cash assistance from UNHCR to restore damaged housing. This has allowed some families to return to their homes and repair them.
New Caledonia, an island region in the Pacific Ocean, has reached an agreement with France on expanding autonomy, gaining the status of a "state integrated into France. " This decision was the result of ten days of negotiations between the French government, Caledonian separatists, and loyalists.
Retired British Army Colonel Hamish de Bretton-Gordon believes that Russia is seriously considering a scenario of a nuclear strike on Ukraine. He emphasizes that the creation of a Franco-British nuclear alliance could become a deterrent for the Kremlin.
Ukraine is negotiating the supply of Italian-French SAMP/T systems, which are capable of shooting down ballistic missiles. Foreign Ministry spokesman Heorhiy Tykhyi said that Ukraine is actively working with partners to obtain these air defense systems.
Thierry Burkhard stated that Europe's security depends on Ukraine, and Ukraine's defeat would be a strategic defeat for the entire continent. He emphasized the need to strengthen the defense capabilities of European countries.
The German Ministry of Defense denied Politico's report about plans to increase the F-35 fleet to 50 units. Currently, Germany has ordered 35 fighters to replace outdated Tornado jets.
In June 2025, solar energy accounted for 22. 1% of the EU's total electricity, surpassing nuclear energy and fossil fuels. The Netherlands and Greece became record-breakers, while dependence on coal sharply decreased.
French President Emmanuel Macron announced an increase in the Franco-British Joint Expeditionary Force to 50,000 troops. These forces, now called the Franco-British Combined Force, could be deployed in Ukraine.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk to discuss the situation on the battlefield and Ukraine's defense needs. The leaders also touched upon strengthening air defense and cooperation in arms production.
President Zelenskyy announced expectations of a decision regarding the 18th package of sanctions against Russia and the US's proximity to implementing them. Ukraine is also working on joint drone production with several countries, including Denmark and Germany.
A coalition of 31 countries supporting Ukraine is establishing a permanent headquarters in Paris under the leadership of Great Britain and France, which will later move to London. A coordination group will also be created in Kyiv, led by a British general.
Great Britain and France have agreed to jointly use their nuclear deterrence potential. This decision is a clear warning to the Kremlin and a response to threats from Russia.
A meeting of the Coalition of the Willing took place in Rome, which for the first time was joined by representatives of the USA: General Kellogg and Senators Graham and Blumenthal. A peacekeeping mission to deter Russia and the necessity of negotiations are being discussed.
The meeting of the Coalition of the Willing has begun in Rome, where UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron joined by phone. The discussion revolves around a peacekeeping mission to deter Russia and the need to force Putin to the negotiating table.
The European Commission announced a new financial support package for Ukraine worth €2. 3 billion, which includes grants and loan guarantees. The funds will be directed towards supporting businesses, investments, urban reconstruction, energy security, and critical infrastructure.
US President's Special Representative Keith Kellogg stated that Ukraine's recovery can unite the West through economic cooperation, as it was after World War II. Recent agreements on economic partnership and an investment fund between the US and Ukraine are a continuation of the "Marshall Plan."
Large-scale fires are raging in Greece, causing evacuations near Athens and on the island of Thassos. Significant parts of Europe, including Germany, Great Britain, Spain, and France, are preparing for the return of an anomalous heatwave with temperatures above 30°C.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron will announce a new defense relationship, which will include a commitment to combine nuclear arsenals. This will take place during a three-day state visit, where they will also discuss a migration agreement and support for Ukraine.
Nvidia became the first company whose market value exceeded $4 trillion, underscoring Wall Street's confidence in the potential of artificial intelligence. The company's shares rose to $164.42, although they later fell slightly.
The European Court of Human Rights rejected Marine Le Pen's application to suspend a court ruling that deprived her of the right to participate in elections. The court did not find an imminent risk of irreparable harm to a right protected by the Human Rights Convention.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed to intensify the fight against illegal migration across the English Channel. The leaders discussed new solutions, including the possible deportation of migrants to France in exchange for accepting asylum seekers.
French Defense Minister Sébastien Lecornu stated that the demilitarization of Ukraine is an absolute "red line" for France. He emphasized that France cannot deny Ukraine membership in NATO and agree to the demilitarization of its armed forces.
The former head of a state special exporter will face trial for the embezzlement and legalization of over 23 million US dollars of Ukroboronprom funds. The accused used part of the funds to purchase elite real estate in France, which has been seized.
As of July 2, 2025, 14 cases of Chikungunya fever have been registered in seven regions of France. This is due to favorable climatic conditions and an increase in imported cases, which led to early symptom detection.
40 years after the establishment of the Schengen area, internal border controls are being tightened, limiting freedoms. Poland has introduced controls at its borders with Germany and Lithuania, and other EU countries are also strengthening checks.
A forest fire near Marseille, which covered 700 hectares, resulted in 110 injuries, including firefighters and police officers, and the evacuation of 400 residents. Marseille Provence Airport resumed operations after a temporary closure.
Kate Middleton wore the Lover's Knot Tiara for the first time since December 2023 at a state banquet at Windsor Castle. This is her first appearance in a tiara since her cancer diagnosis was announced in March 2024.
An express analysis showed that about 2,300 people died in 12 European cities from the severe heatwave that ended last week. Climate change made temperatures significantly higher, leading to 1,500 additional deaths.
In France, a 21-year-old man who wounded a police officer with a knife near the finish line of a Tour de France stage was detained. The attacker was stopped by a shot to the leg; he was wanted after escaping from the hospital.
The European Court of Human Rights will announce its decision on July 9 in the case "Ukraine and the Netherlands v. the Russian Federation". The case concerns systemic human rights violations in the occupied territories of Donetsk and Luhansk regions and the downing of flight MH17.
