World politics

Trump promises aid to Lebanon after meeting with President Aoun

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has met with US President Donald Trump, the first visit by a Lebanese president to the White House in nearly 20 years.

Turkish opposition leader Özgür Özel to launch new party after CHP ouster

Turkish opposition leader Özgür Özel is to form a new party in the hope of turning opposition into power.

Iran Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni Meets Mediators in Pakistan as Conflict Talks Continue

Nicaragua’s Daniel Ortega says there will be no more elections: Never

There will be no more elections in Nicaragua, the country's president Daniel Ortega declares. Never, never, never, says Ortega.

Ed Miliband set for foreign secretary role in Andy Burnham’s new government

A former party leader and a recently resigned defence minister - these are the most important names in Prime Minister Andy Burnham's new British government.

Trump threatens retaliation over American soldiers killed in Iran attack

The United States will retaliate many times over for every American soldier killed, is the latest threat from President Donald Trump to Iran. Just hours after the statement, the United States announced that the country had launched new attacks on Iran.

US accuses Cuba of infiltrating highest levels of government

Cuba has infiltrated the United States for decades in a spy operation that has extended all the way up to the government, the US State Department claims.

Judit Polgar turns down offer to become Hungary’s president

Judit Polgar is considered one of the best female chess players of all time. But she is turning down the chance to become Hungary’s president.

Andy Burnham becomes UK prime minister after Keir Starmer resignation

Andy Burnham has taken office as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom. “Let us make this the moment when Britain begins to believe again, the moment when we regain hope,” says Burnham.

Iran says diplomatic channels active as US strikes continue overnight

For the ninth night in a row, the US and Iran have carried out attacks. Air raid sirens and explosions have been heard in several places in the Middle East. At the same time, Esmaeil Baqaei, spokesman for Iran's Foreign Ministry, says that the "diplomatic machinery is active."

Putin critic Boris Nadezhdin drops out of State Duma election after court ruling

Liberal politician Boris Nadezhdin will not run in this fall's State Duma elections. According to him, the reason is that he has been silenced and driven out of politics.

Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok says he will sign amendment ending his term

Hungarian President Tamás Sulyok says he will sign a recently passed constitutional amendment that will end his term.

Zelenskyy says he is in talks with former defense minister after protests over dismissal

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is in dialogue with former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, following protests against his dismissal.

Trump envoy in Venice on luxury yacht met with protests and boos

The US ambassador arrived in Venice on a luxury yacht to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US and the close ties between the countries. But Tilman Fertitta, appointed by his good friend Donald Trump, was met with protests and inflatable pool toys.

Trump Threatens Higher Canada Tariffs Over Wildfire Smoke Crossing Border

US President Donald Trump is threatening to raise tariffs on Canada, citing what he calls "dirty, polluted and unhealthy" smoke billowing across the border.

German ex-minister Jens Spahn faces criticism over surrogacy child

Former Christian Democratic Health Minister Jens Spahn is facing harsh criticism after becoming a parent through surrogacy, despite the practice being banned in Germany.

Thousands protest in Kyiv after Zelensky dismisses former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov

Thousands of protesters have gathered in Kyiv for the second night in a row, demanding that the president rescind the decision to dismiss Ukraine's former defense minister Mykhailo Fedorov.

Andy Burnham elected Labour leader vows to bring back hope

Andy Burnham has been elected as the new leader of the Labour Party in the UK. In a speech, he said he is ready and promises to give the party back its hope.

Expert: Trump is worried about the midterm elections

US President Donald Trump launched a harsh attack on China in a speech. He also argued for new legislation, the "Save America Act", which he hopes will give Republicans an advantage in the autumn midterm elections. He is worried about the election outcome, says US expert Jan Hallenberg.

Poland's president vetoes bill to legalize civil partnerships

Poland's conservative President Karol Nawrocki on Friday vetoed a bill to legalize civil partnerships.

Trump Media to charge for faster access to Truth Social posts

Donald Trump's media company Trump Media & Technology Group plans to charge for faster access to posts on the president's social media platform Truth Social, reports the AP news agency.

Experts say poor renovation, not vandalism, caused Trump’s Lincoln Memorial pool damage

Renovation blunders - not vandals - are the cause of the lingering problems with the famous pond at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, according to experts consulted by The Washington Post.

Israel’s Knesset Dissolves Ahead of Fall Elections

Israel's parliament, the Knesset, is dissolved after a long series of last-minute decisions.

Andy Burnham elected Labour leader, set to become UK prime minister

Andy Burnham has been elected leader of the British Labour Party and is expected to become the country's new prime minister. The question is whether the "King in the North" will be as popular as prime minister as he was as mayor of Manchester.

Trump accuses China of stealing voter data in US election claims, Beijing denies it

US President Donald Trump claims that US authorities have uncovered “shocking vulnerabilities” in the country’s electoral system - and that China has obtained data on American voters. Pure fabrication, China responds.

White House says Trump remains open to diplomacy as US strikes on Iran continue

US forces launched a new wave of strikes against Iran on Thursday evening. Several bridges and an airport were reportedly hit, according to Iranian state media. At the same time, the White House reiterated earlier statements that President Donald Trump is always “open to diplomacy.”

Zelenskyy nominates new defense minister amid government turmoil

President Volodymyr Zelensky is being criticized for reshuffling Ukraine's government. The main dispute is over the defense minister's post - with the now-resigned Mykhailo Fedorov accusing older rivals of a "Soviet" leadership style. Zelensky introduced Yevheniy Chmara as acting defense minister on Thursday evening.

Vance says Trump administration mishandled Epstein files, says Pam Bondi overpromised

The Trump administration has made mistakes in its handling of the Epstein affair, says US Vice President JD Vance in a new interview.

New York Times fights Trump administration lawsuit over reporting on plane safety concerns

The New York Times is fighting the Trump administration's lawsuit against some of its reporters who reported on safety problems on Trump's plane.

Trump says American woman detained in Iran has left the country

An American citizen whom President Donald Trump said had been “wrongly” imprisoned in Iran since December 2024 has left the country, he said. Iran denies the reports.

French parliament approves assisted suicide bill for seriously ill patients

The National Assembly in France has voted through a bill that would allow assisted suicide for seriously ill people.

US defense budget stalls in Senate amid dispute over Iran strike and $1.15 trillion bill

The US annual defense budget is stuck in the Senate. Democrats have blocked a vote in protest against the Trump administration's war with Iran and the high price tag: $1.15 trillion (just over SEK 11,000 billion).

EU keeps Russian oil price cap at $44 as sanctions talks continue

EU member states have agreed to keep the price cap on Russian oil at the current level until July 23, an EU diplomat told journalists in Brussels.

Trump faces costly military dilemma to reopen Strait of Hormuz

The US president has been trying in vain for months to force Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. According to military analysts, a large and costly American effort involving both ground troops and ships would be needed to get traffic flowing again.