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Oil prices rise as Iran and Israel trade strikes in defiance of Trump

Oil prices rose on Monday morning as investors monitored the latest escalation in the Middle East.

Iran launches missiles at Israel in the first such bombardment since a ceasefire in April

There are no immediate reports of injuries or damage in the attack, the first by Iran on Israel since a ceasefire took effect on April 8.

Thousands join Jerusalem pride parade under tight security

Thousands joined Jerusalem Pride parade on 4 June, under heavy security, marching for equality and acceptance in a deeply conservative, religiously significant city.

EU Commission set to slam Italy's fuel duty cuts as energy prices spike

The EU Commission is set to criticise the Italian government's reduction in excise duties on fuels in a report to be published on Wednesday. Rome has been asking for more fiscal flexibility to address the energy crisis, which Brussels deems should be directed at vulnerable families and industries.

From Almaty to the skies: Kazakhstan tests Central Asia's first air taxi

Central Asia's first air taxi test flight has taken place in Kazakhstan, as authorities and private partners work to develop a new urban air mobility network. Commercial trial operations are expected by early 2029, subject to certification and regulatory approval.

Trump ally and leftist candidate head for runoff in Colombia's presidential election

The right-wing Abelardo de la Espriella, an admirer of Donald Trump, came first in the vote, followed closely by left-wing senator Iván Cepeda, backed by current president Gustavo Petro.

PSG fans erupt in celebration after Champions League triumph

PSG supporters watching the Champions League final on giant screens at Parc des Princes erupted in celebration after their team beat Arsenal on penalties to retain the European crown.

Lebanon: Tyre residents clear rubble after Israeli strikes

Residents of Lebanon's historic city of Tyre surveyed widespread destruction on 28 May after Israeli strikes hit the area. The attacks came as fighting with Hezbollah intensified despite a ceasefire announced in April.

Israel freezes out UN chief António Guterres over inclusion on sexual violence list

The UN cited "credible information" regarding sexual violence allegedly committed by Israeli security forces against Palestinians in prisons and other detention centres.

Judge refuses to block Trump order to create federal voter list and limit mail voting

Democrats and civil rights groups argued it was urgent that the judge issue a restraining order in the midst of primary season and with states already gearing up for the fall midterm elections.

Israel strikes southern Beirut amid increasing escalation in southern Lebanon

The intensification comes after Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced an expansion in the Israeli military's attacks in Lebanon, despite an ongoing ceasefire.

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Pope Leo XIV meets Pedro Sánchez at the Vatican ahead of Spain visit

Pope Leo XIV received Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez in a private audience at the Apostolic Palace in Vatican City on 27 May, as preparations continue for the pontiff’s planned visit to Spain in June.

Trump scores a trophy in Texas as he hunts down Republican rivals

The primary defeat of long-time Senator John Cornyn confirms Trump still has a grip on the party, but comes with huge political risks – and Democrats are excited.

IRGC warns Iran's coast will become a 'graveyard' if US strikes resume

An IRGC Navy official threatened to turn Iran's entire Gulf coastline into a killing ground if the US resumed strikes, even as negotiators reported the two sides were closer to an initial agreement than at any point since the April ceasefire.

New head of Hamas' military wing killed in strike on Gaza, Israel says

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office described Odeh as one of the "architects" of the October 7 attacks.

Gaza’s displaced brace for a bleak Eid al‑Adha amid war and soaring prices

Displaced families in Gaza Strip are facing another difficult Eid al-Adha, as war, shortages and soaring prices leave many unable to buy sacrificial animals or properly observe one of Islam’s most important religious celebrations.

Lithuania warns mass data leak was work of foreign country

While no specific culprit has been named, Lithuania and the other Baltic states are on high alert for "hybrid warfare" tactics used by the Kremlin, including cyber attacks.

Turkey's president scraps move to close liberal Bilgi University following outcry

Founded on 7 June 1996 as Turkey's fourth private foundation university, Bilgi became part of the Laureate International Universities network, a US-based group operating universities across multiple continents, in 2006.

Iran says it is charging fees for 'navigational services' through Strait of Hormuz

Iran effectively shuttered the crucial waterway in the early days of the war and in mid-April the US responded by imposing its own blockade on Iranian ports.