Allies are considering several European cities for a possible meeting between the presidents of the USA, Ukraine, and the head of the Kremlin. The meeting location depends on the results of tomorrow's meeting in Alaska.
Geneva has temporarily abolished public transport fees due to a peak in ozone pollution. This is one of the measures to combat high temperatures and pollution.
US President Donald Trump signed an order postponing high tariffs on Chinese goods for 90 days. This was the result of negotiations between the US and China that took place in Stockholm.
Dozens of delegates boycotted the speech of Valentina Matviyenko, head of the Federation Council of the Russian Federation, at the conference of parliamentary speakers in Geneva. They left the hall in protest against the aggressor and in support of the people of Ukraine.
Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, Heorhiy Tykhyi, criticized Valentina Matviyenko's participation in the conference in Geneva, stating that her place is in the dock. He emphasized her responsibility for crimes of aggression and called for avoiding handshakes.
According to a Deutsche Bank report, rent for a three-bedroom apartment in European city centers continues to rise, with only five cities having an average cost below 2,000 euros. London is the most expensive city with a rent of 5,088 euros, while Athens is the cheapest at 1,080 euros.
Iran called the proposals of European countries at the Geneva talks on the nuclear program unrealistic, which could complicate reaching agreements. Tehran will analyze the proposals and provide answers in the next round, the date of which has not yet been determined.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi arrived in Istanbul to participate in the Organization of Islamic Cooperation meeting, which will discuss Tehran's conflict with Israel. Earlier, Araqchi stated that Iran would not resume nuclear negotiations until Israel's "aggression" ceases.
European diplomats called on Iran to continue nuclear talks with the United States, despite Israeli strikes. They stressed that regional escalation is dangerous and Iran is not allowed to have nuclear weapons.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced Tehran's readiness to resume diplomatic discussions on the condition that Israeli aggression ceases and the aggressor is held accountable. This statement came after his talks in Geneva with European foreign ministers, where the possibility of a new nuclear deal was discussed.
European and Iranian foreign ministers met to assess Tehran's readiness for talks on a new, strengthened nuclear deal. This happened amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, with the United States expressing readiness for direct contacts with Iran.
The European Union will not lower the price cap on Russian oil due to the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East. The proposal to lower the price from $60 to $45 per barrel has been postponed due to market instability.
European officials are trying to bring Iran back to the negotiating table, and the United States is considering its decision on the conflict within two weeks. The situation remains dangerous, but there is a window for a diplomatic solution.
SIPRI report shows growing global tensions and regional conflicts. The nuclear stockpile has increased, and disarmament is becoming less attainable.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will travel to Geneva to meet with European counterparts. These will be the first negotiations after Israel's strikes on Iranian territory.
In 2024, at least 975 people were executed in Iran, the highest number since 2015. The majority of executions (52%) were related to drug offenses.
The Foreign Ministers of Germany, France, and Great Britain, as well as the head of EU diplomacy, will hold talks with Iran in Geneva. The main goal is to guarantee the use of the nuclear program exclusively for civilian purposes.
Copenhagen has overtaken Vienna as the world's most livable city, receiving perfect scores for stability, infrastructure, and education. Vienna lost its lead due to a decline in its security score.
The US and China have reached a preliminary agreement to restore the flow of goods between the countries. The leaders of the countries must approve the proposals, after which the countries will proceed to their implementation.
The US and China are planning talks in London on June 9 regarding the export of rare earth minerals. Trump said China would resume supplying minerals and magnets to the US.
The US plans to revoke visas for Chinese students affiliated with the Chinese Communist Party or critical industries. This could escalate tensions between America and China.
The US President stated that he will assess Putin's actions in two weeks. He is disappointed by the Russian Federation's attacks on Ukrainian cities during negotiations.
The Russian Foreign Ministry stated that Russia did not agree on the participation of third parties in peace negotiations with Ukraine. According to Zakharova, the parties will exchange documents directly.
Ukraine has prepared a memorandum on peace and handed it over to the United States. Russia has not yet provided its part. The next round of negotiations may take place in Geneva after studying both documents.
In Geneva, a rare 10. 3-carat blue diamond was sold at auction for $21.5 million. It was purchased by a private collector from the United States, whose name has not been disclosed.
The US and China have agreed to temporarily reduce tariffs on each other's goods. This is done to ease trade tensions and allow time for dispute resolution.
American and Chinese negotiators met in Switzerland, trying to reduce tensions in the trade war. Trump reported significant progress and a friendly atmosphere of negotiations.
Access to medicines in frontline territories remains critical due to hostilities. Doctors record the destruction of pharmacies and problems with logistics, especially for the elderly.
Dmytro Lubinets met with the president of the International Committee of the Red Cross in Geneva. The parties discussed the situation of Ukrainian prisoners of war and deported citizens, as well as developed new initiatives.
The hMPV metapneumovirus spreading in China is not new and does not pose a serious threat. According to the WHO, the virus has a very low mortality rate and causes symptoms similar to the common cold.
