Russian warship incident in Channel deeply concerning, says Starmer PM says firing of warning shots at yacht was reckless and UK is dealing with proxy attacks from Russia ‘every day’ The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
Trump tells G7 summit he hopes Europe ‘finds its way’ on immigration and energy – as it happened This blog has now closed The Guardian - UK · Jun 17
G7 leaders unite in support to Ukraine, agree to add pressure on Russia EVIAN-LES-BAINS — The leaders of the Group of Seven (G7) countries said on Wednesday they stand united to support Ukraine, including its territorial integrity, and agreed to increase the pressure on the Russian war economy. Bangkok Post · Jun 17
Newsletter: G7 aligns on Ukraine in rare moment of unity Also in this newsletter: What to expect as G7 leaders meet top AI and tech executives. Euronews · Jun 17
G7 leaders agree to increase weapons deliveries for Ukraine, step up pressure on Russian economy G7 leaders pledge more weapons for Ukraine, including air defence and long-range systems, and signal readiness to tighten sanctions on Russia's oil and gas sector. Euronews · Jun 17
One killed in Russian drone strike on Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia Ukraine's Air Force said Russia attacked Ukraine with 119 drones overnight, of which 97 were intercepted. 20 drones were reported hitting 11 locations across Ukraine. Euronews · Jun 17
G7 vows support for Ukraine as Trump warms to war aims Ukraine has gone to a G7 summit to impress Donald Trump with its fightback against Russia, and the "boss" US president appears to have softened his scepticism. AAP · Jun 17
G7 leaders press Trump on Ukraine as summit wraps up The eyes of the world are on Evian-les-Bains, where G7 leaders are gathering for their third day and final day of talks. Beyond the photo ops, European leaders used this precious face time with the US President to urge him to break the deadlock on Ukraine. Euronews · Jun 17
G7 summit: Macron hails 'turning point' on Ukraine as Trump endorses joint statement "There was a turning point, there was definitely an Évian moment regarding Ukraine," Emmanuel Macron said at the end of the G7 summit. Euronews · Jun 17
Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky says phone call with Trump and Macron after G7 ‘could change a great deal’ Macron says Trump 'took note of fact Russia does not want peace' The Independent UK · Jun 17
Patriot, IRIS-T, Flamingo: Germany's long-range weapons gap Global shortages of Patriot missiles are putting air defence systems under pressure. Germany's IRIS-T offers one answer, but Berlin still lacks the long-range firepower needed for deep strikes. Euronews · Jun 17
Russian President Vladimir Putin hosts ASEAN leaders amid G7 pressure on Ukraine war President Vladimir Putin hosts a summit of Southeast Asian leaders in the central Russian city of Kazan from Wednesday, as the West pressures Moscow to end its Ukraine offensive. Representatives of 11 countries in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations will arrive in Kazan on Wednesday, with the main day… The Economic Times · Jun 17
Euronews · Jun 17 Germany and Poland set to boost military cooperation and shared duties in new defence deal Berlin and Warsaw are set to expand their defence collaborations in a new deal aiming to boost plans to protect the Baltic Sea and enhance military cooperation and communications between the two European allies.
The Independent UK · Jun 17 Germany and Poland to sign a new defense deal as balance of power in Europe shifts Germany and Poland are expected to sign a new defense agreement to strengthen European military cooperation amid tensions with Russia
The Guardian - AU · Jun 17 Trump news at a glance: G7 leaders wrestle Ukraine back on to president’s agenda President comments that Moscow ‘should make a deal’; Trump-aligned Collins wins Senate primary in Georgia – key US politics stories from Tuesday 16 June at a glance
The Guardian - AU · Jun 17 Ukraine war briefing: Moped ban in Crimea as official says noise is Kyiv plot using youth ‘The enemy is recruiting your children for nighttime rides,’ says official, claiming moped noise confuses drone defences. What we know on day 1,575
AAP · Jun 16 G7 to increase pressure on Russia with new sanctions Leaders at the G7 summit have vowed to enhance sanctions on Russia, targeting oil and gas, while increasing deliveries of air defence capabilities to Ukraine.
International Business Times · Jun 16 Russia Recruiting Teenage Girls To Murder Ukrainian Soldiers: Report A Ukrainian police chief is claiming that Russia is recruiting teenage girls to murder serviceman.
Bangkok Post · Jun 16 Thailand scent first victory in Ukraine opener at home Thailand take on Ukraine to kick-start the second week of their FIVB Women's Volleyball Nations League 2026 campaign on Wednesday at Bangkok's Huamark Indoor Stadium.
France 24 · Jun 16 Trump suggests US can swiftly reimpose sanctions on Russian oil As the war in Ukraine took centre stage at the G7 summit in the French town of Evian, US President Donald Trump said Moscow should make peace with Kyiv and suggested that the US could bring back sanctions on Russian oil, now that the Strait of Hormuz is expected to…