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Iran alone in crises: Where were Russia, China in their time of need?

Iran's sale of drones and ballistic missiles to Russia for use against Ukraine, and the selling of oil at significantly reduced prices to China did little to benefit Tehran during the critical days of Israeli and US attacks.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

German president pledges support for Lithuania during Vilnius visit

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier pledged his support for Lithuania during his visit to Vilnius, emphasising shared values and strategic partnership between the two countries.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

More than 750 migrants intercepted south of Greek island of Gavdos

Greece's national coast guard say they've conducted multiple successful operations where hundreds of illegal migrants were intercepted and safely transported to shore.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Leaders of growing BRICS group gather for Rio summit

BRICS leaders are meeting in Brazil for a two-day summit. But China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin are skipping the gathering.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

BRICS summit opens in Brazil with key leaders notably absent

BRICS leaders set to discuss key global political issues in Rio de Janeiro, but questions over the bloc’s cohesion arise as Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin opt to skip the summit.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Middle East: Dozens killed in Gaza, Red Sea ship targeted

Dozens of people have been killed in Israeli air strikes across the Gaza Strip even as an Israeli delegation heads to Qatar for talks. Elsewhere, a ship has reportedly been attacked in the Red Sea. DW has more.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Spain's San Fermin bull-running festival begins with a firework blast looking to 'Free Palestine'

The nine-day festival is famed for its β€œencierros,” or bull runs, which, starting on Monday, will see thousands of people sprint to avoid six bulls charging along a winding cobblestoned route to the city’s bullring.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | July 6th – Evening

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Journalist union condemns Israeli settler attack on DW

Two DW journalists were attacked by Israeli settlers in the West Bank village of Sinjil. The incident has been condemned by the German ambassador to Israel and by the DJV journalists' union.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Libya's broken health system drives family to irregular migration

A 7-year-old girl with cystic fibrosis recently became a symbol of Libya's healthcare crisis. Her family undertook an illicit journey to Italy to get her the care their own country didn't provide.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Poland to introduce border controls with Germany and Lithuania amid migration concerns

Poland is introducing temporary border controls with Germany and Lithuania, effective Monday, a decision announced by Prime Minister Donald Tusk in response to Germany's handling of the migrant crisis.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Fresh Israeli strikes in Gaza kill 38 as Netanyahu heads to US for ceasefire talks

Israeli prime minister is set to meet with Trump in Washington on Monday to discuss a U.S. proposal for a truce.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Dalai Lama celebrates 90th birthday with thousands of devotees in India

The birthday party capped a week of celebrations, during which the Nobel Peace Prize winner said he plans to reincarnate after his death, ending years of speculation that he might be the last person to hold the role.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Turkey ramps up political influence in the Western Balkans

Turkey hopes to expand its influence by investing in infrastructure and religious landmark buildings across the Western Balkans. Building mosques are part and parcel of Ankara's geopolitical agenda, observers say.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Afghanistan: Russia recognizes the Taliban government

Russia has become the first country in the world to formally recognize Afghanistan's Taliban government. This improves the radical group's standing on the world stage, and puts pressure on the West to follow suit.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Germany updates: Thousands join Cologne's CSD parade

The western German city has been preparing for this year's Pride event with some 60,000 participants expected. Meanwhile, Pride events also took place in eastern Germany, amid far-right protests. Follow DW for more.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Latest news bulletin | July 6th – Midday

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

At least five people killed in Russian attacks on Ukraine's Donetsk and Kherson regions

Russian military reportedly targeted residential areas and social and key infrastructure in several oblast communities, according to the Ukrainian authorities.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Germany's Green Party struggling to establish new identity

The Greens lost the German election and are no longer part of the government. Now, they want to reposition themselves β€” and to listen more closely to what the people have to say.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Europe’s summer is getting longer: Heat now lasts up to 5 months in cities like Athens and Tirana

Prolonged hot weather is reshaping Europe’s cities, as temperatures above 32C stretch into autumn.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Hidden paintings and radical art: Why Zurich should be your next cultural escape

While Basel shines during art week, Zurich offers travellers a year-round creative scene and cultural discoveries.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Italy, France, Germany plan competitiveness push on Brussels: Report

Meloni, Macron and Merz have agreed on several objectives that they plan to put forward in a letter to the European Commission, La Repubblica reports.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Musk announces arrival of new β€˜America Party’ after Trump split

The billionaire donor has teased the launch of a third party ever since his megabill squabble with Trump.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Germany's monasteries and convents dying out

The number of people in monastic orders in Germany is sinking, with many convents and monasteries facing dissolution. But what happens to the buildings, traditions, and the communities they once housed?

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The youth of a new era: how Uzbekistan is building the future from within

Uzbekistan now ranks among the fastest climbers on the Youth Development Index, and is one of the top 10 countries implementing the UN Youth 2030 Strategy.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Dalai Lama celebrates 90th birthday amid succession debate

Thousands of Tibetan Buddhists are celebrating the Dalai Lama's 90th birthday. The spiritual leader has said that he hopes to live for 30 to 40 years more.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Cost of living: Which are the cheapest and most expensive countries in Europe?

Price level indices shows how expensive or cheap goods and services are across countries, based on purchasing power parities. Western and Northern European countries tend to have high price levels, although incomes are not included in these comparisons.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Ireland, Lithuania and Spain: Who will lead the Eurogroup next?

On Monday 7 July, finance ministers from the euro area are expected to elect their new president. Who is running for the position, and what proposals are they putting forward?

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | July 6th – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

How Ukraine is revamping frontline fortifications to stem Russian advances

Vladimir Putin's troops are using smaller units to attack the front lines and Ukraine is being forced to respond.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Australia: PM denounces synagogue arson attack

A man doused the door of the building in Melbourne and set it alight while 20 worshippers were inside.

Published on: July 06, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Rising death toll in Texas floods as children remain missing

The death toll from the floods in central Texas has risen to 43. Authorities in the US state confirmed that more than 20 children who attended the Camp Mystic summer camp were still missing.

Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Iran's supreme leader makes first public appearance since Iran-Israel war started

The Iranian Supreme Leader on Saturday made his first public appearance since the conflict between Israel and Iran began.

Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Death toll from Texas flash floods reaches 70 as search for missing continues

Texas flash floods have killed 70 people, mostly in Kerr County. The number of missing girls from Camp Mystic is down to 11. Rescue operations are ongoing.

Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

14 children in Texas are among the 37 dead from flash floods as the search continues for the missing

The flooding in the middle of the night caught many residents, campers and officials by surprise in Texas' Hill Country.

Published on: July 05, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews