Italy

Italian financial police seized assets of Amazon's Milan division worth 121 million euros due to allegations of tax fraud. The company is suspected of illegally transferring logistics services to subcontractors to cut costs.

Foreign branches of SE “Document” have resumed accepting applications for passports for men. To receive the services, you need to pass verification through the 'Reserve+' application and confirm the availability of military registration documents.

The Holy Transfiguration Cathedral in Odesa, damaged by Russian shelling, has partially restored the roof and the most damaged side. Services are already being held, and the restoration is funded by donations from citizens.

The President of Ukraine discussed with Cardinal Parolin the consequences of Russian aggression and the path to peace. Zelenskyy thanked the Vatican for its support and participation in the Peace Summit in Switzerland.

Today, on the third Sunday of July, everyone can join the celebration of No Swimsuit Day. The event was launched by the Spanish Naturist Federation for Spaniards and tourists visiting the country

Venice has introduced a €5 tourist tax for one-day visitors. During the 29 days of the test project, the city received 2.4 million euros in revenue from more than 485 thousand tourists.

Japan plans to provide Ukraine with a $3. 3 billion loan as part of a $50 billion financial support package from the Group of Seven countries, which will be repaid from the proceeds of frozen Russian assets.

Scientists have discovered a 100-meter-deep cave on the moon that could potentially be an ideal place for a habitable base on Earth's satellite.

Gareth Southgate resigned as head coach of the England national team after the defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final, ending his 8-year career.

The Ukrainian youth national team (players born in 2005 and younger) will take part in the European Championship among players under 19 in Northern Ireland, the opening match against the hosts of which began on July 15 at 9:00 PM Kyiv time.

Italy plans to restore nuclear power by adopting a law that will allow investment in small modular nuclear reactors that can be commissioned within 10 years, so that by 2050 nuclear energy will account for at least 11% of the country's total electricity consumption.

Spain's national football team equaled the European Championships record for the most goals scored in a single tournament, scoring its 14th goal in the 47th minute of the final match of Euro 2024 against England.

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz assured that the deployment of US long-range missiles in Germany would not lead to an escalation in relations with Russia. The official emphasized Germany's commitment to preventing war, which is about security and deterrence potential.

Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans said at the NATO summit that the West should significantly increase the production of weapons and ammunition to continue supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia.

French President Macron assured NATO allies and Ukraine that despite the political uncertainty following the parliamentary elections, Paris remains committed to European security, supporting Ukraine and its commitments to NATO.

Romania will provide Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and support its security efforts in the Black Sea region under a new bilateral agreement.

Italy intends to increase its aid to Ukraine to 2% of GDP.

President Zelenskyy thanked the partners for adopting the Declaration in support of Ukraine's air defense system to protect the population, cities and critical infrastructure from Russian air terror.

On the instructions of Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, Deputy Minister Yevhen Perebyinis and 33 heads of diplomatic missions visited the site of the Russian attack on the Okhmatdyt children's hospital to see the aftermath of the attack.

Ukraine received more than 2,300 tons of energy equipment from 14 countries to repair and restore facilities damaged by Russian attacks on its energy infrastructure.

Italy has raised its alert level to yellow due to lava emissions, tremors and the risk of more activity from the Etna volcano on the island of Sicily and the Stromboli volcano in the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Italy plans to order more than 550 tanks and infantry fighting vehicles from German arms manufacturer Rheinmetall worth about 20 billion euros over 15 years.

Members of Marine Le Pen's pro-Russian party in the European Parliament may leave their Identity and Democracy faction and join Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban's new alliance after the French elections.

Biden admitted that he "almost fell asleep on stage" during the debate with Trump due to exhaustion from traveling the world the day before.

Carlo Formosa is the new Italian ambassador to Ukraine, succeeding Pier Francesco Zazzo, and will represent Italy's close alliance with Ukraine and its contribution to peace, recovery and European integration.

Concerns are growing in European capitals about Joe Biden's mental acuity and physical limitations after his poor performance in the debate with Donald Trump. Some politicians are calling on Democrats to replace him as their presidential candidate.

Italy is demanding that Google pay €1 billion in unpaid taxes and fines for the period from 2018 to 2022, claiming that Google failed to file and pay taxes on income earned in Italy. However, the company denies the allegations and claims that it complies with tax laws.

The heat wave continues in Europe. Southern Italy, in particular Sicily, is preparing for temperatures of 42°C this weekend.

Today, the fourth Friday of June, is the International Rosé Day. The French region of Provence is considered to be the birthplace of rosé wine, where it was first produced in the fourteenth century.

The pairs for the Euro 2024 Round of 16 and the full playoff bracket have been announced. The matches will take place from June 29 to July 2, the quarterfinals on July 5-6, the semifinals on July 9-10, and the final on July 14 in Berlin.