Azerbaijan, Poland boost cooperation on digital tax reforms
Azerbaijan and Poland discussed closer cooperation in digital tax reforms and innovation during a high-level meeting held on the sidelines of the IOTA General Assembly in Baku.
Russia launched its largest drone attack of the war, firing 479 drones and 20 missiles across Ukraine overnight, as part of its summer offensive. Ukraine says most were intercepted, but concerns grow over dwindling Western support.
Russia launched a record 479 drones at Ukraine overnight, marking the largest drone assault since the war began three years ago, Ukraine’s air force reported Monday. The massive barrage, part of Russia’s ongoing summer offensive, came amid the backdrop of direct peace talks.
In addition to the drones, 20 missiles of various types were launched, primarily targeting central and western regions of Ukraine. According to Ukraine’s air force, air defenses intercepted 277 drones and 19 missiles, with only 10 projectiles reportedly reaching their targets. One person was reported injured.
This spike in aerial attacks comes as Russian forces intensify ground offensives in the eastern and northeastern sectors along the 1,000-kilometre (620-mile) front. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy described the situation in some areas as “very difficult,” without elaborating.
Facing manpower shortages and equipment strain, Ukraine continues to appeal for increased military aid—particularly air defense systems—from Western allies. However, growing uncertainty surrounding U.S. support has raised concerns about the sustainability of that assistance.
Iranian missiles struck multiple locations across Israel and neighbouring regions early Friday morning, including a Microsoft office complex, according to emergency responders and local media reports.
Peace is no longer a dream. It is a discussion. On the streets of Baku and Yerevan, it is also a question, of trust, of foreign interests, and of who truly wants it.
Israeli strikes have reportedly targeted areas near the residences of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and President Masoud Pezeshkian, according to the New York Times, citing local witnesses.
The 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit was held June 15–17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, under Canada’s presidency. Prime Minister Mark Carney framed the meeting around priorities of protecting communities, energy and climate security, the digital transition, and future partnerships.
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Russia and Kazakhstan have signed a formal agreement to move forward with the construction of a nuclear power plant in Kazakhstan, marking a key step in their energy cooperation.
A nationwide transport strike on Friday disrupted travel across Italy, with major delays and cancellations reported in rail, air, and public transit services.
Several EU Member States have activated the EU Civil Protection Mechanism (UCPM) to assist the departure of citizens due to the airspace closures in the Middle East. Slovakia, Lithuania, Greece, Poland and Portugal have requested UCPM support to assist the departure of their nationals.
A high-speed tram derailment in central Gothenburg, Sweden, has left at least eight people injured late on Thursday (19 June), after the vehicle slammed into a snack bar on Avenyn Avenue.
China issued red alerts as extreme monsoon rain trigger flash floods across central and southern regions, threatening lives, and infrastructure.
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