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.
French President Emmanuel Macron stated in the British Parliament that Russia illegally attacked Ukraine. He emphasized that the Coalition of the Willing, created by France and Great Britain, sends a clear signal of support for Ukraine.
French far-right leader Marine Le Pen has filed a complaint with the ECHR, challenging a court decision to bar her from the elections. This happened amid a European Public Prosecutor's Office investigation into the misuse of EU funds by the far-right group.
French President Emmanuel Macron, speaking in the British Parliament, warned Europe against excessive dependence on the United States and China. He emphasized the need to protect democratic models from foreign interference and disinformation.
Europe has been engulfed by wildfires, record heat, and storms. In Portugal, 284 deaths from overheating have been recorded, while other countries have experienced large-scale destruction and paralyzed infrastructure.
French President Emmanuel Macron arrived in Great Britain and met King Charles III in Windsor. Charles is expected to emphasize the "plurality of complex threats" facing both countries.
According to Barrot, the European Union is preparing a new package of sanctions against Russia, which will be the toughest in the last three years. The restrictions will be aimed at the financial and energy resources of the Kremlin, and may also affect foreign companies that help circumvent previous sanctions.
There are no legislative initiatives in Ukraine regarding the reduction of the work week, and during the war, its duration can reach 60 hours. However, employers offer vacancies with various working time regimes, including part-time.
Danish Economy Minister Stephanie Lose warned that a massive increase in military spending in the EU could pose a serious risk to the bloc's financial stability. This applies to countries that do not control the reduction of budget deficits and public debt.
A new study of the skull of a 5-year-old girl found in Skhul Cave suggests her hybrid origin from Neanderthal and Homo sapiens. This discovery could change the understanding of interspecies contacts of ancient humans and the first organized burials.
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer have disagreements regarding aid to Ukraine within the framework of the "coalition of the willing" and approaches to communicating with Donald Trump. France is irritated by Britain's decision to engage with Trump, while London is annoyed by Paris's approach to negotiations.
A powerful storm hit northern Italy after a heatwave, causing the death of a 63-year-old woman in Robecchetto con Induno due to a falling tree. Firefighters responded to about 50 weather-related emergencies.
The number of Ukrainians who applied for refugee status in France sharply increased in 2025, reaching over 7,000 applications from January to May. This is due to reduced resources for Ukrainians and problems with housing and employment, despite the extension of temporary protection until 2027.
BlackRock Inc. stopped seeking investors for a multi-billion dollar Ukraine reconstruction fund earlier this year after Donald Trump won the US presidential election. The fund was supposed to raise at least $500 million from countries and $2 billion from private investors.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi stated China's readiness to cooperate with France in nuclear energy, aviation, AI, green energy, and biotechnology. Issues concerning Ukraine and the Middle East were also discussed, and China resolved the issue of anti-dumping duties on European cognac.
The United States of America is considering imposing 17% tariffs on agricultural exports from the European Union. European officials are trying to negotiate exemptions for certain goods, including aircraft parts and alcohol.
