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US: Trump thanks Army at military parade in Washington

A rare military parade marking the US Army's 250th anniversary, as well as President Donald Trump's 79th birthday, was overshadowed by events at home and on the world stage.

Published on: June 15, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

What to expect at the G7 Summit in Canada that Trump and Zelenskyy are set to attend

Israel's attack on Iran has added a new wrinkle to the global picture as G7 leaders gather in Kananaskis for a summit beginning Monday.

Published on: June 15, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Nigeria: Gunmen kill at least 100 in Benue state

About 100 people were killed by gunmen in the Yelewata village in Benue state. The region is known for conflicts between farmers and herders.

Published on: June 15, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Trump signals 'possible' US involvement in Iran conflict

Donald Trump said there would be 'peace soon,' while not ruling out US involvement in the conflict. Meanwhile, Iran launched a fresh ballistic missile offensive into Israel. DW has more.

Published on: June 15, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

The first trial of its kind: A Russian soldier takes the stand for an execution

Dmitriy Kurashov is the first Russian soldier to stand trial in Ukraine over a battlefield execution.

Published on: June 15, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Paternity leave: How much time off work do new dads get across Europe?

Most dads in the UK get two weeks of leave when their baby is born - but new fathers in many other countries get more.

Published on: June 15, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Trump hosts military parade for US Army anniversary amid 'No Kings' protests across the country

A massive military parade commemorating the 250th birthday of the US Army, which coincides with President Donald Trump ’s 79th birthday, was staged in Washington, DC on Saturday.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Macron visits Greenland in show of European unity and signal to Trump

France's Emmanuel Macron is visiting Greenland to hold talks on North Atlantic and Arctic security, climate change and critical minerals.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Iran launches new wave of airstrikes into Israel, as Israeli military attacks Tehran

Missiles were seen over Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, with explosions reported in Haifa.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Iran and Israel continue exchanging strikes, leaving several dead and dozens injured

Several people were reported killed across northern and central Israel as Iran launched several rounds of missiles. The Israeli military said early Sunday it targeted Iran’s Defence Ministry headquarters in Tehran.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US shooting: Democratic lawmakers are gunned down in Minnesota

The Democratic leader of the state House of Representatives and her husband were shot dead, while a state senator and his wife were seriously wounded. The governor calls it a politically targeted act.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Russia and Ukraine conduct a fourth POW swap

Ukraine and Russia conducted another prisoner swap in accordance with the agreements reached in Istanbul. Meanwhile, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that Ukraine is holding back the Russian offensive in the Sumy region.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Netanyahu vows to escalate strikes, Israeli media reports fighter jets taken off for Tehran

Israeli PM Netanyahu said on Saturday that strikes dealt "serious damage" to Iran's nuclear sites and vowed to continue attacks. An Israeli official called damage "significant," but Iran said it was "limited," while admitting nine experts died.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Museum's plea after couple break crystal-covered chair

An Italian museum says the special chair has since been restored, but the culprits haven't been found.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

LGBT+ pride parades held in several of Europe's capitals

Vienna, Warsaw, Rome, and Athens all held pride parades on Saturday, with attendees demanding political change on LGBTQ+ issues as well as celebrating Pride Month.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

UK to open national inquiry into child grooming gangs months after Musk dustup

OTTAWA β€”Britain will launch a major probe into child grooming gangs responsible for the exploitation of thousands of children across the country, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said Saturday. Starmer told journalists while en route to Canada for the G7 that British authorities would launch the full statutory inquiry into child rape gangs after receiving the […]

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Israel says β€˜Tehran will burn’ amid dueling missile launches with Iran

Iran’s top diplomat said Saturday that nuclear talks with the United States were now β€œunjustifiable.”

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Exploitation in Russia: Building drones instead of training

They hoped for a better career but ended up in Russia's war factories. A new study reveals how young women, mainly from Africa, have been being exploited. Some of those affected have shared their stories with DW.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

UK: David Beckham, Gary Oldman and Roger Daltrey knighted

After years of waiting, former England soccer star David Beckham was awarded knighthood in King Charles' annual birthday honors list. Actor Gary Oldman and musician Roger Daltrey were also knighted.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Watch: Visitors sit on and break artwork chair in Italian museum

The 'Van Gogh' chair is an artwork by Nicola Bolla made out of thousands of Swarovski crystals.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: BBC Europe favicon BBC Europe

Germany updates: German foreign minister visits Saudi Arabia

Johann Wadephul is pressing on with his Middle East tour, which has been hastily rearranged due to the conflict between Israel and Iran. After Saudi Arabia, he went to Qatar. DW has the latest.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Iranians reel from Israeli strikes targeting high-ranking military officials and scientists

Israel said Friday's barrage was necessary before Iran got any closer to building a nuclear weapon, although experts and the US government have assessed that Tehran was not actively working on such a weapon before the strikes.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Israelis in shock after Iran's retaliatory strikes

In the aftermath of Iran's retaliatory strikes, Israelis expressed a variety of reactions. Some were defiant, saying that nothing will deter them, while others displayed frustration and sorrow at the overall situation.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | June 14th – 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: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Air India crash death toll reaches 270 as authorities continue search for bodies

At least 270 people died when the London-bound Air India flight crashed minutes after takeoff on Thursday. 241 of those killed were passengers and cabin crew, while 29 were on the ground.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US: Democratic state politician and husband shot dead in Minnesota

Former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband were assassinated in a politically motivated shooting, according to Minnesota Governor Tim Walz.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Israel warns of more attacks on Iran after Tehran's deadly retaliatory strikes

Three people were killed and dozens more wounded in Israel on Saturday, after a series of deadly Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear programme and its key military officials took place the previous day.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Would a nuclear deal be enough to satisfy Bibi now?

Iran played its hand poorly leading up to Israel’s offensive by dragging out nuclear negotiations with Trump, providing Netanyahu with an opportunity.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Politico Europe favicon Politico Europe

Russian strike on Zaporizhzhia warehouse destroys 100 tonnes of humanitarian aid

A warehouse in the Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia was struck by Russian drones in the early hours of Saturday, rendering some 100 tonnes of humanitarian aid unusable.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Iranian regime muzzles media with grim death penalty warning

Revolutionary Guard issues statement warning that any 'exchange of information', including news reports, seen as benefiting Israel will be punished with the maximum penalty - a death sentence.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

US: Trump stages military parade amid 'No Kings' protests

Protests are planned across the United States on Saturday to coincide with President Donald Trump's military parade, ostensibly to mark US Army's 250th anniversary but also taking place on Trump's birthday. DW has more.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Deutsche Welle (DW) favicon Deutsche Welle (DW)

Europe left on diplomatic β€˜sidelines’ in Israel Iran conflict

The EU and Europe’s leaders called for restraint and diplomacy following Israel’s attack on Iran on Friday and the ensuing retaliation from Iran, but they appear to have been caught off guard by the action and are unlikely to be in a position to leverage much diplomatic clout.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Trump to pause anti-immigrant raids in on farms, hotels and restaurants

US President Donald Trump has decided to temporarily suspend raids on farms, hotels and restaurants, according a media report.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Latest news bulletin | June 14th – 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: June 14, 2025 | Source: Euronews favicon Euronews

Why did Brittany Ferries U-turn on live animal transports?

Brittany Ferries promises an 'unforgettable experience'. So it is unimaginable that the firm has done a U-turn on transporting live animals for slaughter, 30 years after abandoning this cruel practice, write Compassion in World Farming.

Published on: June 14, 2025 | Source: EU Observer favicon EU Observer