The 2026 World Cup kicks off with a match between Mexico and South Africa and a grand show featuring Shakira. For the first time, the tournament hosted by three countries will bring together 48 national teams and will feature a round of 32 stage.
A survey across 15 countries showed a drop in trust in the US as an ally from 22% to 11%. Most citizens doubt Washington's military aid.
Five EU countries propose temporarily restricting voting rights for new members of the bloc. The initiative envisages strengthening control over the rule of law.
Fedorov and Pistorius agreed on aid priorities ahead of Ramstein. The focus is on missiles for Patriot, IRIS-T, and Ukrainian drones of various types.
Due to disagreements between Dassault and Airbus, Berlin has halted the FCAS program. Countries are now considering purchasing F-35s or joining other projects.
Germany is allocating €300 million for 50,000 shells for Ukraine as part of the Czech initiative. Last year, the FRG had already directed €1 billion to this project.
Donald Tusk stated that Poland must participate in negotiations regarding the termination of the war. Any agreements made without Warsaw's involvement will not be implemented by it.
Kubilius proposes creating a defense union based on the E5 for Ukraine's rapid integration. The new structure will allow for the strengthening of European security outside the EU.
Ukraine plans to create an anti-ballistic shield together with European countries, whose leaders are increasingly realizing the need to build a new security architecture.
The global share of gas fell to 21. 8% due to the development of renewable sources. Solar energy accounted for 75% of the growth in electricity demand in 2025.
Merz and Macron closed the project due to a conflict between Airbus and Dassault. The parties were unable to agree on key issues regarding the implementation of the fighter program.
In the city of Reutlingen, an investigation is underway into a suspected arson attack on a critical infrastructure facility. Tens of thousands of homes and a local hospital were left without electricity.
Zelenskyy met with King Charles III and thanked Britain for its support. The President also held talks with the leaders of key European countries.
The President met with the leaders of Britain, France, and Germany in the E3 format. They discussed Russian losses, ballistic missile defense, and strengthening Europe's role.
President Zelenskyy has arrived in Britain for talks with Starmer, Macron, and Merz. A meeting with King Charles III is scheduled for tomorrow.
In Thuringia, two men in uniform were detained while driving a decommissioned service vehicle. Handcuffs and replica pistols were seized from them.
Zelenskyy will meet with the leaders of Britain, France, and Germany in London. They will discuss security guarantees and the path to involving the Russian Federation in peace negotiations.
Ukraine lost to Japan with a score of 3:1 in the third round of the Nations League. Currently, our national team holds 14th place and is preparing for the match against France.
Leaders of Britain, France, and Germany will discuss negotiations with the Russian Federation with Zelenskyy. Europe takes the initiative while the US is focused on the situation in Iran.
The European Commission supported Zelenskyy's call for direct negotiations with Putin. The agency emphasized Ukraine's desire for peace and the defeat of the aggressor.
The Ukraine women's national volleyball team defeated Germany with a score of 3:2. This marks the first victory for the Ukrainian women in their debut Nations League season in Quebec.
Kyslytsya called Putin's proposals to involve Schröder in negotiations trolling. He pointed to the burnout and critical health condition of the 82-year-old politician.
EU Commissioner Brunner reported on discussions regarding the exclusion of men aged 23-60 from protection. A final decision will be made in the coming weeks.
Putin rejected European mediation and insists on a deal with Trump. Zelenskyy called for direct negotiations to end the war.
Czech Prime Minister Babiš called on German Chancellor Merz to lead the EU negotiations regarding the war. The mission should receive a mandate from the European Council and the European Commission.
The US may cancel the transfer of Tomahawk missiles to Germany due to the risk of escalation with the Russian Federation. Another reason cited was a weapons shortage resulting from the military conflict with Iran.
The FP-7. x tests confirmed the missile's maneuverability for intercepting ballistic targets. Now it is up to the European participants of the Freya project, believes expert Anton Zemlianyi
Ukraine is asking Germany for dozens of Patriot missiles in exchange for future deliveries. Berlin may announce a decision before the July NATO summit.
Chief Designer and co-owner of Fire Point, Denys Shtilerman, called on European partners to accelerate the pace of cooperation for the implementation of the FREYJA pan-European anti-ballistic shield. Meanwhile, the company is already taking concrete steps toward the project's realization: the first successful tests of the FP-7 missile, which will serve as the primary means of intercepting ballistic targets in the new system, took place recently.
The FRG lost to Portugal and Austria in the vote for a seat on the UN Security Council. Johann Wadephul linked this to the support for Ukraine and Israel, as well as Russian lobbying.
