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IRGC has attacked a third commercial ship in the Strait of Hormuz, a U.S. official has told the Axios correspondent.

Norway announced a 3 billion NOK ($306.2 million) investment to enhance Ukraine’s ability to intercept ballistic missiles. Working in coalition with Germany, Denmark, and Canada, the Norwegian government will secure new Patriot missile systems directly from U.S. manufacturers to accelerate delivery to the front lines.

A French appeals court upheld Marine Le Pen’s conviction for misusing EU funds but shortened her public-office ban, clearing a path for her to run in the 2027 presidential election. Le Pen was sentenced to three years, two suspended, and one year under electronic monitoring. However, she said in recent months that she would not run while wearing an electronic ankle monitor.

A French appeals court has sentenced the National Rally (RN) party to pay a total of €2 million in fines with €1 million suspended following its conviction in a corruption and embezzlement case - Reuters

Merz announced that he has been in active, months-long negotiations with Canadian Minister Mark Carney and the Norwegian Prime Minister regarding the recent trilateral defense framework. Merz emphasized that this sustained, high-level diplomatic coordination was essential to finalizing the strategic agreements now driving Germany's defense industry expansion.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has defended the newly announced submarine export deal with Canada, characterizing the agreement as a vital catalyst for the "dynamism of the German economy." The deal, which strengthens industrial ties between Berlin and Ottawa, is being framed by the administration as a key victory for German defense manufacturing and long-term economic strategy.

German Friedrich Merz has defended the newly announced submarine export deal with Canada, characterizing the agreement as a vital catalyst for the "dynamism of the German economy." The deal, which strengthens industrial ties between Berlin and Ottawa, is being framed by the administration as a key victory for German defense manufacturing and long-term economic strategy.

According to the Syrian state news agency, at least 18 people were injured in a series of explosions in Damascus, including four police officers. Details regarding the cause of the blasts and the extent of the damage remain limited as emergency services continue to respond to the scene.

Greek shipping firms have generated at least $3.8bn transporting Russian crude over the past three years. Leading the trade is George Prokopiou’s Dynacom Tankers, which alone recorded over $915mn in revenue since July 2023 - FT reports

Macron was unharmed and is currently at the Syrian presidential palace alongside President Ahmed al-Sharaa. https://x.com/FaytuksNetwork/status/2074401310506373427/photo/1

Footage from Damascus https://x.com/FaytuksNetwork/status/2074396135066628299/video/1

UPDATE: The explosions were heard near the Damascus hotel where French President Emmanuel Macron is staying.

NEW: Two explosions were heard in the Syrian capital Damascus, according to Al Araby TV, coinciding with French President Emmanuel Macron’s visit.

North Korean state media (KCNA) labeled Japan's military buildup a "reality" rather than a hypothetical threat, specifically citing Tokyo’s development of unmanned anti-ship submarines. Pyongyang condemned the advancements as a dangerous escalation destabilizing the Indo-Pacific.

The United States falls 4-1 to Belgium, ending its World Cup run in the Round of 16. With the defeat, all three host nations: the USA, Canada, and Mexico, have now been eliminated after losing their respective Round of 16 matches.

The French Football Federation (FFF) has announced it is filing a lawsuit against Paraguayan Senator Celeste Amarilla following her racist social media attacks directed at Kylian Mbappé after France's World Cup win. Mbappé called the remarks "despicable," and the FFF labeled them "utterly abhorrent."

Spain secured a dramatic 1-0 victory over Portugal in the FIFA World Cup Round of 16, with a 90th-minute goal from substitute Mikel Merino proving the difference in the intense Iberian derby.

Canada has selected Germany's TKMS to build a new fleet of 12 submarines for the Royal Canadian Navy. The contract, expected to be worth more than $100 billion, calls for the first four submarines to be delivered by 2036.

🇪🇸 Spain beat Portugal 🇵🇹, moves on to the quarterfinals!