Nicaragua severed diplomatic relations with Italy after Italy refused to drop its demand that a convicted figure from the 1978 kidnapping and murder of former Italian PM Aldo Moro be extradited.
Poland’s President Karol Nawrocki has vetoed a bill on civil partnerships, setting up a potential parliamentary override that critics say would require an unusually large majority.
Hungary’s President Tamás Sulyok has agreed to stand down after parliament supports constitutional changes ending his term, amid a broader reshaping of key institutions.
Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei said US violations of an interim agreement show the credibility of US President Donald Trump’s commitments is “utterly worthless,” warning of “unforgettable lessons” if attacks continue.
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Ontario Premier Doug Ford called U.S. President Donald Trump’s remarks about Canada’s wildfire response “absolutely unacceptable,” saying the two countries have acted as neighbors by providing mutual assistance. Ford pointed to prior support Canada offered the United States during emergencies, and said Canada is already deploying substantial firefighting resources. The dispute comes as wildfire smoke from Canada continues to affect parts of the U.S., prompting heightened political backlash.
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Iranian hardliners are warning that a “coup” is being staged against the establishment as a fragile US truce faces strain. Critics accuse President Masoud Pezeshkian and key negotiators of pursuing a deal that undermines revolutionary authority, while tensions rise within Iran’s political and security apparatus. The escalating rhetoric follows renewed exchanges between Iran and the US, intensifying fears that internal power struggles could deepen even as negotiations continue.
A giant billboard in central Tehran depicts Donald Trump, Melania Trump, and their children above flag-draped coffins, alongside the slogan “Blood for Blood,” escalating Iran’s confrontational messaging toward the U.S.
Customs enforcement teams and border security units successfully intercepted a commercial transport vehicle carrying a massive cache of undeclared high-value contraband during a routine check at a southern crossing.
A successful regional police operation culminated in the raid of a suspected property, resulting in the seizure of a significant cache of illegal firearms and ammunition.
Moldovan border police successfully detained international fugitives attempting an illegal crossing, intercepting the individuals during a targeted security operation along the frontier.
A debate over changes to emissions trading in Europe is raising fears the EU’s flagship carbon-pricing mechanism could be diluted, weakening incentives for industry to cut greenhouse gases.
Coalition negotiations in Kosovo have been halted after internal unrest inside the opposition Democratic League, with the party’s leader agreeing to pause talks until a formal decision is made.
Ten years after the failed coup attempt in Turkey, debates over accountability, reconciliation, and human rights continue to shape politics—raising questions about justice and the path toward stability.
The EU Court of Justice says football disputes and disciplinary sanctions must be challengeable through the ordinary courts, ensuring judicial review that aligns with EU law.
Greek prosecutors have indicted four MPs over alleged misuse of European Union farm funds, triggering political fallout and fresh scrutiny of how agricultural money is managed.
Video footage depicts an Australian man being handcuffed by ICE agents at Las Vegas airport, prompting claims of aggressive detention and raising questions about due process.
The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) has called on the federal government and provinces to safeguard treaty rights, warning that growing separatist tensions in Alberta could undermine existing commitments.
Sonam Wangchuk, an Indian activist who had been on a hunger strike for 20 days, was reportedly taken forcibly to a hospital, sparking concern among supporters and rights groups.
Protests erupted in Venice as a billionaire US envoy began a yacht tour, with demonstrators criticizing wealth, influence, and perceived insensitivity to local concerns.
Members of the European Parliament were prevented from inspecting a migrant detention centre in Italy, raising questions about transparency and oversight of conditions for detained migrants.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky says strikes hit Russian logistics hubs in the Moscow and Tambov regions, as Ukraine continues efforts to disrupt supply routes supporting Russian operations.
Germany and France are reportedly stepping back from the central idea of developing the Main Ground Combat System together, reflecting growing deadlock over requirements and industrial roles.
Polish anti-corruption investigators detained a senior former official connected to a 2017 media campaign that allegedly targeted judges, as prosecutors pursue claims of misuse of funds and discrediting the judiciary.
Protesters in Albania say they’re celebrating after the prime minister reversed course on controversial environment laws, following days of demonstrations and mounting public pressure.