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Middle East updates: Israeli strikes on Gaza kill scores
Several Palestinians were killed by Israeli strikes on a popular cafe in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israeli forces also opened fire at Palestinians near an aid distribution center. DW has more.
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Azerbaijan police raid Russia's Sputnik media offices
Azerbaijan's police have stormed Sputnik's Baku bureau, detaining staff as ties with Moscow sour. The raid follows the deaths of two Azerbaijanis in a Russian police operation last week.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Spanish PMβs former aide Santos CerdΓ‘n detained without bail in corruption probe
The case involving Santos CerdΓ‘n is the latest and arguably the most serious in a series of scandals that forced Prime Minister Pedro SΓ‘nchez to issue public apologies and deflect calls from his political opponents for a snap election.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:'Unprecedented' alerts in France as blistering heat grips Europe
Dozens of the country's mainland regions are currently under the second-highest alert as the heatwave continues.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Opposing parties in Hungary use mass Budapest Pride turnout to boost their own agenda
Despite a ban on the event by the government of Prime Minister Viktor OrbΓ‘n, more than 100,000 turned up for the annual pro-LGBTQ+ rally through Budapest.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Spain and Brazil launch billionaire tax plan at UN aid summit
Spain and Brazil lead push for two-percent billionaire tax, rallying global support at UN aid summit in Sevilla. France, Germany and Belgium are expected to join the Spanish-Brazilian initiative.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:'How fragile we are': Roskilde Festival tragedy remembered 25 years on
On 30 June, 2000, nine young men lost their lives in front of Pearl Jam performing at Roskilde Festival in Denmark. Since then, safety measures at music festivals have changed forever.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:No justice, no peace: Will Syrian war criminals ever be punished?
After an alleged war criminal was set free, Syrians are questioning whether their new interim government genuinely wants justice after 14 years of civil war. As a result of such doubts, vigilante justice is on the rise.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Pakistan to consider extending deadline for Afghan refugees facing mass deportation to leave
Officials said the proposed extension was to allow the refugees more time to settle their personal affairs in Pakistan, such as selling property or wrapping up business activities, before returning to Afghanistan in an orderly and dignified way.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Kenyan street vendor shot by police during protests dies
The family of street vendor Boniface Mwangi Kariuki has confirmed his death after he was shot by police during protests. His killing has reignited anger over police violence as Kenya faces fresh unrest.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:EU ambassador to Azerbaijan condemns inhuman treatment of Azeris in Russia
Russian investigators have admitted two people died while being arrested in a decades-old criminal case; local media say other detainees were severely beaten.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Canada ended its digital tax for Trump. Could others follow?
Canada has withdrawn a tax that could have reaped billions in revenue to bring Donald Trump back to the table. It raises the possibility that other taxes targeting big tech could be in the US president's sights next.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:US skips global UN meeting in Spain aimed at raising trillions to combat poverty
Many countries face escalating debt burdens, declining investments, decreasing international aid and growing trade barriers.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:EU and Ukraine strike less ambitious but 'realistic' trade deal
The European Commission has announced an agreement in principle on a new trade deal with Ukraine, replacing the temporary post-war framework with a long-term but more modest arrangement.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Minorsβ guidelines: Commission says national bans on social media possible
BRUSSELS β The European Commission is open to the idea that countries will set their own minimum ages for social media use, according to draft guidelines seen by POLITICO. The guidelines being finalized by the Commission say how platforms should implement the provisions of the Digital Services Act (DSA) related to minorsβ protection. The latest [β¦]
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Europe heat wave continues as UN chief warns of 'new normal'
Record-breaking heat continues to scorch most of Western Europe. Spain broke its June heat record, and extreme temperatures are expected to move toward Germany by midweek.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Watch: Why Costa Rica's eco-friendly coffee culture is thriving
The Los Santos community supplies sustainable coffee to the world.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Lithuania and the Philippines sign security pact to counter 'authoritarian axis' of China and Russia
The Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, Taiwan and Brunei have been involved in prolonged territorial standoffs but confrontations between Chinese and Philippine coast guard and naval forces have spiked in recent years.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Latest news bulletin | June 30th β Evening
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Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:EU extends Russia sanctions, prepares to pay off Slovakia
EU countries have extended existing Russia trade sanctions for six months, while preparing to give Slovakia a financial sop for additional measures.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Greek government in crisis after EU subsidy scandal
EU subsidies for growing bananas on Mount Olympus? A scandal concerning illegally obtained EU agricultural subsidies has rocked Greece and led to a number of resignations.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:EU seeks clarity on French-UK migrant swap deal idea
The European Commission wants clarity on a potential migrant swap deal between UK and France, following complaints by five other EU member states.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Most interest in AI gigafactory builds is European, Commission says
The European Commission announced plans to mobilise funds to build AI factories earlier this year; an official call will follow later this year.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:No Pride, no Palestine: Bundestag boss revels in provocation
Julia KlΓΆckner was seen as a surprise choice for Bundestag president β a role that traditionally requires a calm and neutral presence. KlΓΆckner is an outspoken figure with a taste for populist provocation.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:No Pride, no Palestine: Bundestag boss claims neutrality
Julia KlΓΆckner was seen as a surprise choice for Bundestag president β a role that traditionally requires a calm and neutral presence. But KlΓΆckner is an outspoken woman with a taste for pointed language.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Human trafficking on the rise as online scam hubs go global
International police body Interpol says scam centers that use human trafficking victims to carry out their crimes have gone global. Once limited to Southeast Asia, the criminal model is spreading β and uses AI.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Hong Kong's democracy movement marks a somber July 1
Citizens of Hong Kong used to rally for democracy every July 1. The National Security Law has kept the streets quiet for the last five years, but the movement's fading slogans still echo in people's minds.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:'Crying with the lights off:' The realities of life as a professional tennis player
With the Wimbledon tennis championships underway, one ex-player has laid bare the struggles faced by many tennis pros.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:βThis is a great place to workβ: What is employee dissatisfaction really costing you?
Just over 40% of Europeβs workforce is dissatisfied with their workplace, but is that bad for business?
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Which EU country pays the most and the least for food, drinks and tobacco?
As inflation remains at 2.6%, Denmark was the most expensive country for bread and cereals, as well as for fish, while Romania is the least expensive for fruits, vegetables and potatoes.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Trump admin slams βdeath to the IDFβ Glastonbury chant
Ambassador Warren Stephens called the anti-Israel Defense Forces chant at major UK festival a "disgrace."
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:What we can learn about resilience from Ukraine
Around eight to 10 million people live in regions of Ukraine close to active hostilities. With Russiaβs war still ongoing, the countryβs recovery seems improbable to many onlookers: too complex of an undertaking. Even countries at peace struggle to implement reforms, let alone a country at war, writes the UN Development Programme.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:Denmark fights back against deepfakes with copyright protection. What other laws exist in Europe?
People in Denmark will soon have the copyright to their own likenesses as a way to fight against deepfakes. What other countries have laws that govern the use of fake or AI-generated videos?
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:EU Commission working on Mediterranean states' concerns about Anglo-French migration pact
The βMed 5β countries have notified the European Commission on their concerns with the deal, asking if it flouts EU law.
Published on: June 30, 2025 | Source:UK high court rejects challenge against selling military parts to Israel
In a 72-page ruling, two High Court judges ruled that the issue was one of national security, given that the parts were considered vital to the defence collaboration, as well as the UK's security and international peace.
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