Starmer vows new sanctions on Russia and nuclear energy support for Ukraine G7 told ‘we will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes’, with Russia’s finance networks and shadow fleet targeted The Guardian - UK · Jun 15
Zelenskiy says Russia rejected meeting with Putin at G7 Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy says he offered to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin at a G7 summit for talks to end their four-year-old war. AAP · Jun 15
Moscow strike on Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra 'one of Russia’s most serious crimes against Christian culture' The Kyiv-Pechersk Lavra, one of the most important historic and religious symbols of Ukraine, has been hit in Moscow's drone and missile attack overnight on Monday, in what President Zelenskyy has called “one of Russia’s most serious crimes against Christian culture to date.” Euronews · Jun 15
Tesla Fires, Zelensky, NATO and Deep Skepticism: What Awaits Trump at the G7 Summit This Week President Donald Trump heads to this week's G7 summit in France facing a packed agenda that includes the war in Ukraine, tensions within NATO, trade disputes and questions about whether his administration's diplomatic push in the Middle East can translate into broader cooperation with America's allies. Latin Times · Jun 15
G7 allies seek common ground with Trump after Iran accord EVIAN-LES-BAINS (FRANCE) - Allies from the G7 group of leading powers will Monday seek common ground with US President Donald Trump at a summit in France after Washington and Iran agreed a deal to end the Middle East war. Bangkok Post · Jun 15
Historic Kyiv monastery damaged, 10 killed in Ukraine European leaders have sharply criticised Russia's latest attacks on Ukraine, which sparked a fire at a UNESCO world heritage site in Kiev. AAP · Jun 15
Kyiv cathedral hit by US-patriot missile? Russia denies strikes on Ukrainian Unesco site Russia denies striking the historic Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery. Moscow claims a US-made Patriot missile hit the UNESCO site. Ukraine insists a Russian attack caused significant damage. The incident occurred during a large-scale Russian assault across Ukraine. President Zelenskiy condemned the strike as an attack on religion and heritage. The… The Times of India · Jun 15
Newsletter: The G7's moment of reckoning Also in this newsletter: Ukraine and Moldova enter first phase of talks on joining the European Union; and Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy prepares to join G7 leaders after Russian strikes kill nine and damage landmark cathedral overnight. Euronews · Jun 15
The Guardian - UK · Jun 15 Zelenskyy says Russia ‘deliberately’ targeted Unesco site, as 11 people confirmed dead – as it happened Ukraine’s president dismisses Moscow’s claim that it did not target Kyiv’s Pechersk Lavra monastery, ahead of meeting of G7 leaders in France
The Times of India · Jun 15 Russia fires 70 missiles, 611 drones at Kyiv in massive assault; Ukraine strikes fuel depot, explosives plant Russia unleashed a massive overnight aerial assault with 70 missiles and over 600 drones targeting Ukraine. Kyiv retaliated, striking a Russian oil facility and a major chemical plant. Both nations reported successful strikes on military and industrial sites, highlighting an escalating long-range warfare strategy as the conflict continues.
Euronews · Jun 15 Russian strikes on Ukraine kill at least 11 and leave historic Kyiv cathedral in flames The wave of attacks came as news of a US-Iran deal started to open a path to peace in the Middle East war, highlighting the lack of progress toward an end to over four years of fighting in Ukraine.
The Economic Times · Jun 15 G7 leaders meet in France after US and Iran declare agreement to end war Global leaders gather at a French resort for the G7 summit. Discussions will focus on a preliminary deal with Iran, the war in Ukraine, and global economic challenges. Sourcing critical minerals away from China is also on the agenda. French President Macron aims for a diplomatic success during his final…
The Economic Times · Jun 15 Trump's Iran agreement resets the mood ahead of a tense G7 gathering President Trump attends the G7 summit in France after announcing a deal to end the U.S. and Israel's war with Iran. This agreement aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and boost global oil flow. The deal could reshape discussions with world leaders, including those critical of his handling of…
The Economic Times · Jun 15 What is the G7 and what's on the agenda at the Evian-les-Bains summit? G7 leaders convene in France to tackle pressing global issues including the wars in Ukraine and Iran, and economic imbalances. Discussions will also focus on the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence and the debt burden of developing nations, with invited leaders from various countries joining the summit.
The Economic Times · Jun 15 EU moves Ukraine's membership bid forward, but tough road ahead The European Union has officially started membership talks with Ukraine and Moldova. This is a major political and moral boost for Ukraine. However, full membership is still a long way off. Ukraine faces a huge task to align its laws and institutions with EU standards. Some leaders suggest alternative arrangements…