June 30, 2025. International news round-up / last 24 hours

The conflict in Ukraine continues to be a major event on the international political agenda. Russia's launch of the largest air strike since the beginning of the war is, along with Ukraine's decision to withdraw from the international convention banning anti-personnel landmines, the most important dynamics of the conflict. In the Middle East, Iran reaffirms its determination to pursue its nuclear program despite Israeli and American attacks. US tariff policy and its impact on global economic stability complete the international political agenda.

The war in Ukraine

Russia has launched the largest air strike since the conflict began, with significant material damage, although most of the drones and missiles were intercepted by Ukrainian forces.

• Ukraine has announced the loss of an F-16 aircraft involved in air defense operations.
• Ukraine announced its withdrawal from the Ottawa Convention on anti-personnel landmines, deeming the measure necessary in the context of the war.
• Ukrainian special forces successfully attacked a Russian base in Crimea, destroying helicopters and anti-aircraft systems.
• Kiev has signaled its intention to hold a meeting between Zelenski and Putin, but the pace of negotiations depends on Washington's support.
• Russian leaders warn that the West is not prepared for the hybrid war waged by the Putin regime.

Middle East

• The court that will try corruption charges against Prime Minister Netanyahu has decided to postpone the hearings, in the context of the conflict with Iran.
• Many international organizations are discussing the grave situation regarding access to medicines and health services for the civilian population in theGaza Strip.
• Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke of "opportunities" for the release of hostages.
• InIsrael, protests continue as the families of hostages demand an end to the war.
• The Iranian ambassador to the UN, Amir-Saeid Iravani, said his country would never give up its nuclear program. Iranian officials have insisted that the nuclear program has exclusively peaceful purposes.

US policy

• Elon Musk continued his criticism of the current administration's fiscal measures, which he envisions with cuts to health care and deficit increases of $3.3 trillion.
• The USopens trade talks with Canada, threatening new tariffs; in parallel, warns that tariff truce with EU will not be extended beyond July 9.

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