Germany
On June 8, the Nations League final will take place in Munich, where Portugal will meet Spain. Both teams confidently made their way to the final, having overcome serious opponents.
Germany is preparing for a possible Russian aggression by 2029, creating a network of bomb shelters. It is planned to modernize tunnels and basements to shelter a million people.
In Passau, Germany, a car ran into a group of people, injuring at least five, including the driver's wife and daughter. He has been arrested, and police are investigating a personal motive.
Contracts for service in the Ukrainian Legion were signed in Lublin. Volunteers from different countries will undergo 45-day military training in Poland.
In the city of Haasrode, Belgium, a 46-year-old Ukrainian woman and her 6-year-old daughter were found dead with stab wounds. The crime scene was set on fire, a double murder investigation is underway.
The German Chancellor stated that some American lawmakers do not understand the scale of Russia's rearmament. He called on them to look at this, emphasizing the increase in Russia's defense budget.
Travellers in UK urged to get vaccinated amid measles outbreak in Europe and other countries. Child vaccination rates remain below recommended levels, particularly in London.
US President Donald Trump has spoken positively about a potential trade agreement with the European Union. Trump hopes for an agreement, otherwise the US will impose tariffs.
Friedrich Merz presented Donald Trump with a facsimile of the birth certificate of his grandfather Friedrich Trump, later Frederick. The document was handed over during a meeting at the White House.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz agreed with Donald Trump that "Nord Stream-2" was a mistake. Trump mentioned a conversation with Merkel about Germany's financing of Russia.
U. S. President Donald Trump expressed his sorrow over the events between Russia and Ukraine during a meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Trump assured of support for Ukraine.
The first personal meeting between Trump and Merz took place against the background of discussions on international issues.
US President Donald Trump announced a telephone conversation with Chinese leader Xi Jinping, where they discussed a trade agreement. The parties also plan to meet working groups for further negotiations.
The German Defense Minister stated that the country needs to increase its armed forces by 60,000 troops. NATO countries have pledged to increase defense spending.
Chelsea have signed Liam Delap from Ipswich for over £30 million. The former Ipswich forward will wear the number 9 shirt, contract until 2031.
The European Union intends to impose sanctions against Russian President Vladimir Putin together with the United States. Restrictions are necessary to exert pressure and encourage negotiations.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will hold his first meeting with Donald Trump. They will discuss Ukraine, the situation in the Middle East, and trade policy, including US tariffs.
Influential investor Stephen P. Lynch seeks to acquire a Russian pipeline. The White House is considering cooperation with the Kremlin on gas supplies to Europe, which is causing concern in Germany.
Applications for DNA collection in German cities are being accepted until June 13, 2025. If relatives have gone missing due to Russian aggression, samples can be provided.
Five more countries have officially joined the Electronic Warfare Coalition, initiated by Ukraine and Germany. Germany has created a financial mechanism for the procurement of EW equipment.
Cristiano Ronaldo brought victory to Portugal over Germany (2:1) in the semi-finals of the League of Nations. In the final, Portugal will play with the winner of the Spain-France pair.
A Ryanair plane en route from Berlin to Milan made an emergency landing in Memmingen due to a thunderstorm. Nine passengers were injured, some were hospitalized.
Alexander Stubb emphasized the need to increase sanctions pressure on Russia from the US and the European Union. He assured close cooperation between members and partners of the Alliance.
Ukraine is launching a joint arms production initiative with Ramstein countries. Partners are ready to finance production and transfer weapons to Ukraine.
In 2025, security assistance to Ukraine from partners will exceed the figures of previous years. Great Britain will allocate 350 million pounds for drones, Germany - 5 billion euros for weapons.
Zelensky discussed with Mertz the results of the meeting in Istanbul, where the only result was the exchange of prisoners. They also talked about strengthening sanctions due to Russia's refusal to de-escalate.
The German Defense Minister stressed the importance of supporting Ukraine in the war, noting that peace is possible only on the conditions of its freedom and sovereignty. Russia is defeated because Ukrainians are defending their land.
The 28th meeting of the Contact Group on the Defense of Ukraine has begun in Brussels. For the first time in 3 years, the head of the Pentagon is not participating.
Ursula von der Leyen announced a proposal to extend EU protection for Ukrainians fleeing the war. Approximately 4.3 million Ukrainians reside in the EU, most of whom are in Poland, Germany, and the Czech Republic.
In Hürth near Cologne, a car ran into a group of elementary school students. One child was seriously injured and another slightly injured. Police believe it was an accident.