Eugen Tomac appointed Prime Minister by Nicușor Dan

Romanian President Nicușor Dan appointed MEP Eugen Tomac as the Prime Minister of Romania. The announcement was made on June 4 during a press conference.

Czech police confirm cocaine found in Metropolitan Hilarion car

Czech police have confirmed that a white powder discovered in the vehicle of Metropolitan Hilarion during his detention on May 24 was cocaine. Forensic examinations verified the substance following the initial seizure of four containers.

Ukraine to send anti-drone experts to Romania and Baltics

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Wednesday, June 3, during a joint press conference in Kyiv with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, that Ukraine will send specialized anti-drone air defense teams to Romania and the Baltic states. The deployment aims to help these nations protect their territories against incursions by drones used in the Russian-Ukrainian war.

EU policy chief Kallas says Russia is panicked by drone attacks

The European Union's foreign policy chief, Kaja Kallas, stated that Russia is in a state of panic following recent Ukrainian drone strikes, including those targeting the city of St. Petersburg.

Seven dead after drone hits bus in Russian-occupied Donetsk

A drone strike targeted a passenger bus in the Russian-occupied city of Yenakiieve on Wednesday morning, June 3, leaving seven people dead and 11 others injured.

EU ministers to review sixth extension of Ukrainian refugee status

European Union ministers are convening today to deliberate on a sixth extension of the temporary protection regime for Ukrainian refugees. The discussions focus on tightening eligibility criteria and the long-term implications of these measures, as reported by The Kyiv Independent.

Iran missiles hit Kuwait Airport, escalating Gulf crisis

Iranian drones and missiles struck Kuwait International Airport and targets in Bahrain, injuring several individuals and causing severe infrastructure damage. The assault forced authorities to cancel all commercial flights and immediately close the regional airspace.

Sweden to jail children under 15 to combat surging gang violence

A surging wave of gang shootings and bombings executed by minors has driven Sweden to adopt a radical judicial shift. The government plans to send children as young as 13 to specialized prisons instead of social care centers.

EU seeks leading role in Ukraine peace talks as US pivots away

European nations are moving to establish an independent diplomatic channel with Moscow to secure a seat at the negotiation table. Driven by a widening security vacuum as the United States shifts its strategic focus away from the Ukrainian theater, Paris has galvanized a renewed continental willingness to reopen political dialogue.

US proposes tariffs on 60 economies over forced labor

The Trump administration proposed additional tariffs of 10% or 12.5% on imports from 60 economies, including the European Union, on Tuesday, June 2. The US Trade Representative (USTR) found these nations fail to effectively combat trade in goods produced with forced labor, Reuters reported. The proposal remains subject to public consultation and has not yet taken effect.

Ukraine drones strike Saint Petersburg oil terminal

A major fire erupted at the Saint Petersburg oil terminal overnight following a Ukrainian drone strike, triggering consecutive explosions that lasted until dawn.

Italy seeks to rename the volt to 'volta' in science push

The Italian government wants to change the official name of the international unit of electrical potential from the "volt" to the "volta." According to Politico, the move aims to honor the Italian electricity pioneer Alessandro Volta, two centuries after his death..