June 3, 2025
US
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Elon Musk launched his most direct attack on Trump yet, calling the president's spending legislation a "disgusting abomination" and shaming Republicans who voted for it. The confrontation escalated throughout the evening as Trump pressed Senate Republicans to unite behind what he calls his "Big Beautiful Bill," while House Speaker Johnson defended the measure against Musk's criticism.
Immigration enforcement generated new controversies as ICE detained the Boulder terror suspect's wife and children, while agents conducted heavily armed raids with flash-bangs in San Diego neighborhoods. Trump privately expressed frustration with Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, adding to his complaints about his own appointees.
Gaza aid operations faced conflicting reports, with Palestinian sources claiming 27 killed near US-backed food distribution sites while Israel denied any deaths occurred. Ukraine severed Russia's crucial supply line by destroying the only bridge connecting Russia to Crimea, continuing military pressure as diplomatic solutions remain elusive.
Immigration enforcement generated new controversies as ICE detained the Boulder terror suspect's wife and children, while agents conducted heavily armed raids with flash-bangs in San Diego neighborhoods. Trump privately expressed frustration with Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett, adding to his complaints about his own appointees.
Gaza aid operations faced conflicting reports, with Palestinian sources claiming 27 killed near US-backed food distribution sites while Israel denied any deaths occurred. Ukraine severed Russia's crucial supply line by destroying the only bridge connecting Russia to Crimea, continuing military pressure as diplomatic solutions remain elusive.
Israel
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Three Givati Brigade soldiers were killed by explosives in northern Gaza's Jabaliya, their names released as Staff Sergeants Lior Steinberg, Ofek Barhana, and Omer Van Goldin. The incident occurred when their vehicle hit a device in what the IDF identified as a large minefield containing dozens of bombs.
Netanyahu's corruption trial reached a critical phase as cross-examination began, with prosecutors revealing he said "I don't remember" 1,788 times during police questioning. The proceedings included courtroom drama as his defense lawyer interrupted and the judge instructed Netanyahu to listen to questions about gifts, including a "Bugs Bunny doll."
The ultra-Orthodox coalition crisis escalated beyond deadlines, with parties threatening to withdraw from government over the military draft law. Reports emerged that Goldknopf was instructed to announce his resignation by week's end.
Evening brought the first rocket fire from Syria since Assad's fall, with two rockets landing in the Golan Heights. A simultaneous Houthi missile from Yemen was intercepted over central Israel, marking a rare two-front barrage.
Netanyahu's corruption trial reached a critical phase as cross-examination began, with prosecutors revealing he said "I don't remember" 1,788 times during police questioning. The proceedings included courtroom drama as his defense lawyer interrupted and the judge instructed Netanyahu to listen to questions about gifts, including a "Bugs Bunny doll."
The ultra-Orthodox coalition crisis escalated beyond deadlines, with parties threatening to withdraw from government over the military draft law. Reports emerged that Goldknopf was instructed to announce his resignation by week's end.
Evening brought the first rocket fire from Syria since Assad's fall, with two rockets landing in the Golan Heights. A simultaneous Houthi missile from Yemen was intercepted over central Israel, marking a rare two-front barrage.
Germany
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Chancellor Merz escalated his confrontation with German courts, declaring he would continue rejecting asylum seekers at borders despite a Berlin court ruling the practice illegal. Interior Minister Dobrindt joined the defiance, with the Union deliberately escalating the judicial conflict as political strategy.
Geert Wilders withdrew from the Dutch coalition government over failed asylum restrictions, forcing Prime Minister Schoof to resign and announce new elections. German outlets examined whether CSU's Dobrindt influenced Wilders' hardline migration stance.
Ukraine conducted another major attack on the Crimean bridge using 1,100 kilograms of explosives, marking the third assault on Putin's strategic connection since the war began. Ukrainian intelligence claimed the structure was left "factually endangered."
The Madeleine McCann case saw renewed activity with a new search operation beginning in Praia da Luz, Portugal, while the main suspect may be released in September.
Geert Wilders withdrew from the Dutch coalition government over failed asylum restrictions, forcing Prime Minister Schoof to resign and announce new elections. German outlets examined whether CSU's Dobrindt influenced Wilders' hardline migration stance.
Ukraine conducted another major attack on the Crimean bridge using 1,100 kilograms of explosives, marking the third assault on Putin's strategic connection since the war began. Ukrainian intelligence claimed the structure was left "factually endangered."
The Madeleine McCann case saw renewed activity with a new search operation beginning in Praia da Luz, Portugal, while the main suspect may be released in September.
France
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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France's anti-terrorism prosecutor took unprecedented action by opening the country's first far-right terrorism case following the racist murder of Tunisian hairdresser Hichem Miraoui in Puget-sur-Argens. Suspect Christophe B., a 53-year-old National Rally supporter, posted chilling Facebook videos after the killing declaring "there will be plenty of guys like me" and urging French people to "wake up" against "Islamics."
Justice Minister Darmanin sparked controversy by demanding harsher sentences for PSG celebration rioters, criticizing suspended prison terms as inadequate while calling for "minimum convictions" without parole. By evening, courts began issuing firmer sentences up to 15 months.
The police officer who killed Nahel in Nanterre will face murder charges, with trial scheduled for late 2026. Ukrainian forces claimed damage to the Crimean bridge and multiple Russian airbases in "Operation Spider Web," while Elon Musk attacked Trump's budget proposal as a "disgusting abomination."
Justice Minister Darmanin sparked controversy by demanding harsher sentences for PSG celebration rioters, criticizing suspended prison terms as inadequate while calling for "minimum convictions" without parole. By evening, courts began issuing firmer sentences up to 15 months.
The police officer who killed Nahel in Nanterre will face murder charges, with trial scheduled for late 2026. Ukrainian forces claimed damage to the Crimean bridge and multiple Russian airbases in "Operation Spider Web," while Elon Musk attacked Trump's budget proposal as a "disgusting abomination."
Lebanon
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi conducted diplomatic visits across Beirut, promising Iranian companies' participation in reconstruction while reportedly telling officials that Hezbollah's disarmament remains a "Lebanese decision." The statement represented a significant shift from previous Iranian positions on the weapons question.
President Aoun told a French parliamentary delegation that Lebanon had fully implemented the ceasefire agreement, following yesterday's claims of gradual confidence return. Foreign Minister Raji conveyed to Araghchi that reconstruction could not proceed without disarmament, creating tension with Iran's reconstruction offers.
The cooling of tensions between Prime Minister Salam and Hezbollah, reported yesterday following Berri's intervention, continued as diplomatic meetings proceeded. Fuel prices increased again, adding to Lebanese economic pressures.
By evening, rockets fired from Syria toward Israel prompted Israeli threats of retaliation against Syrian leadership, while reports emerged suggesting US envoy Ortagus's departure might result from American-Iranian agreements.
President Aoun told a French parliamentary delegation that Lebanon had fully implemented the ceasefire agreement, following yesterday's claims of gradual confidence return. Foreign Minister Raji conveyed to Araghchi that reconstruction could not proceed without disarmament, creating tension with Iran's reconstruction offers.
The cooling of tensions between Prime Minister Salam and Hezbollah, reported yesterday following Berri's intervention, continued as diplomatic meetings proceeded. Fuel prices increased again, adding to Lebanese economic pressures.
By evening, rockets fired from Syria toward Israel prompted Israeli threats of retaliation against Syrian leadership, while reports emerged suggesting US envoy Ortagus's departure might result from American-Iranian agreements.
Ukraine
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Ukrainian media reported extensive drone attacks on multiple cities hours after Istanbul peace talks concluded, with Russia launching 112 drones and hitting Chernihiv, Odesa, and Sumy's center, killing four and wounding 28. The timing drew particular attention given the diplomatic context.
The SBU conducted its third strike on the Crimean Bridge, this time targeting underwater infrastructure rather than the surface structure. Ukrainian sources suggested the operation used underwater drones rather than divers, despite Russian defensive measures. The FSB claimed to have arrested a Ukrainian agent in connection.
Ukraine's General Staff finalized casualty assessments from June 1st's Operation "Spider Web," confirming 41 Russian aircraft destroyed across four airfields. American experts characterized the operation as a "symbolic victory" where demonstrated capability mattered more than disputed numbers.
Ground Forces Commander Drapatiy, who had submitted his resignation, was reassigned as Joint Forces Commander after speaking with Zelensky, suggesting internal military restructuring amid ongoing operations.
The SBU conducted its third strike on the Crimean Bridge, this time targeting underwater infrastructure rather than the surface structure. Ukrainian sources suggested the operation used underwater drones rather than divers, despite Russian defensive measures. The FSB claimed to have arrested a Ukrainian agent in connection.
Ukraine's General Staff finalized casualty assessments from June 1st's Operation "Spider Web," confirming 41 Russian aircraft destroyed across four airfields. American experts characterized the operation as a "symbolic victory" where demonstrated capability mattered more than disputed numbers.
Ground Forces Commander Drapatiy, who had submitted his resignation, was reassigned as Joint Forces Commander after speaking with Zelensky, suggesting internal military restructuring amid ongoing operations.
Palestine
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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The pattern established on previous days intensified as Israeli forces killed 27 Palestinians queuing for American humanitarian aid in western Rafah, transforming distribution sites into what sources termed "death traps." Multiple outlets documented the targeting of hungry civilians, with casualty figures climbing throughout the morning from initial reports of 23 dead.
Resistance operations continued the momentum from Jabalia's ambush the previous day. Palestinian forces killed additional Israeli soldiers in a multi-dimensional ambush in Sheja'iyya neighborhood, using drones to target Israeli positions. Hebrew media acknowledged the casualties while Israeli helicopters evacuated the dead and wounded.
Behind the violence, diplomatic activity accelerated. Hamas delegations met Qatari officials in Doha attempting to revive collapsed negotiations, while Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Dermer held unusual direct conversations with Qatar's Prime Minister about ceasefire terms.
The American aid operation faced internal collapse as a major consulting firm withdrew from the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, following revelations that most staff were allegedly American intelligence operatives conducting espionage under humanitarian cover.
Resistance operations continued the momentum from Jabalia's ambush the previous day. Palestinian forces killed additional Israeli soldiers in a multi-dimensional ambush in Sheja'iyya neighborhood, using drones to target Israeli positions. Hebrew media acknowledged the casualties while Israeli helicopters evacuated the dead and wounded.
Behind the violence, diplomatic activity accelerated. Hamas delegations met Qatari officials in Doha attempting to revive collapsed negotiations, while Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Dermer held unusual direct conversations with Qatar's Prime Minister about ceasefire terms.
The American aid operation faced internal collapse as a major consulting firm withdrew from the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, following revelations that most staff were allegedly American intelligence operatives conducting espionage under humanitarian cover.
UK
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Portuguese police expanded their search for Madeleine McCann, using radar to scan roadwork trenches near Christian Brueckner's former locations while removing boxes of soil from an abandoned farmhouse. The operation follows the previous day's announcement of renewed investigation efforts.
Gaza violence escalated with reports of 27 Palestinians killed by Israeli fire at aid distribution centers, marking the second such incident in three days. By evening, authorities announced all aid centers would close Wednesday, with the IDF declaring nearby roads combat zones.
Defence spending pressures mounted as reports emerged that NATO will force Britain to increase military expenditure to 3.5% of GDP to maintain US alliance, building on Starmer's war-readiness declaration from the previous day.
Evening brought an unexpected rupture between Trump allies, with Elon Musk calling Trump's tax legislation a "disgusting abomination." Three Britons faced execution in Bali for alleged cocaine smuggling, while cabinet revolt against Starmer's spending review intensified domestic political tensions.
Gaza violence escalated with reports of 27 Palestinians killed by Israeli fire at aid distribution centers, marking the second such incident in three days. By evening, authorities announced all aid centers would close Wednesday, with the IDF declaring nearby roads combat zones.
Defence spending pressures mounted as reports emerged that NATO will force Britain to increase military expenditure to 3.5% of GDP to maintain US alliance, building on Starmer's war-readiness declaration from the previous day.
Evening brought an unexpected rupture between Trump allies, with Elon Musk calling Trump's tax legislation a "disgusting abomination." Three Britons faced execution in Bali for alleged cocaine smuggling, while cabinet revolt against Starmer's spending review intensified domestic political tensions.
Iran
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Foreign Minister Araqchi declared America's written nuclear proposal contained "many ambiguities" and promised Iran would respond "in the coming days," continuing the diplomatic exchange that began when Oman delivered Washington's terms last week. This followed Trump's renewed demand for complete uranium enrichment cessation, to which Araqchi responded that continuing enrichment on Iranian soil remained a red line.
The White House warned of "serious consequences" if Iran rejected the proposal, with the State Department threatening to resume "maximum pressure" campaigns with "full force." Iranian officials dismissed these threats while President Pezeshkian declared Iran would never abandon its nuclear rights.
The diplomatic standoff unfolded against backdrop of Israeli forces killing dozens at a Gaza food distribution center, which Iranian media characterized as a massacre. Parliament Speaker Qalibaf continued his Cuba visit, emphasizing shared anti-colonial objectives, while domestic reports focused on proposed wage system reforms and parliamentary scrutiny of the economy minister nominee's foreign educational credentials.
The White House warned of "serious consequences" if Iran rejected the proposal, with the State Department threatening to resume "maximum pressure" campaigns with "full force." Iranian officials dismissed these threats while President Pezeshkian declared Iran would never abandon its nuclear rights.
The diplomatic standoff unfolded against backdrop of Israeli forces killing dozens at a Gaza food distribution center, which Iranian media characterized as a massacre. Parliament Speaker Qalibaf continued his Cuba visit, emphasizing shared anti-colonial objectives, while domestic reports focused on proposed wage system reforms and parliamentary scrutiny of the economy minister nominee's foreign educational credentials.
Russia
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Morning coverage revealed Ukrainian attempts to breach Kursk region during yesterday's Istanbul talks, while power outages affected nearly one million people in occupied territories following drone strikes. The Kremlin quickly dampened expectations, with Peskov stating not to anticipate breakthroughs or trilateral meetings between Putin, Trump, and Zelensky.
By midday, sabotage escalated as authorities classified bridge explosions in Bryansk and Kursk regions as terrorist attacks. Ukrainian intelligence claimed responsibility for damaging Crimean Bridge supports, prompting temporary traffic closures. Courts designated World of Tanks developers as extremists while clarifying players face no charges.
Evening brought definitive rejection of ceasefire prospects, with Kremlin sources telling media "we will fight" rather than use Istanbul negotiations for ending hostilities. The White House revealed Kiev failed to inform Trump about airfield attacks, while Turkish officials announced agreement on future negotiation rounds despite Moscow's apparent disinterest in actual peace.
By midday, sabotage escalated as authorities classified bridge explosions in Bryansk and Kursk regions as terrorist attacks. Ukrainian intelligence claimed responsibility for damaging Crimean Bridge supports, prompting temporary traffic closures. Courts designated World of Tanks developers as extremists while clarifying players face no charges.
Evening brought definitive rejection of ceasefire prospects, with Kremlin sources telling media "we will fight" rather than use Istanbul negotiations for ending hostilities. The White House revealed Kiev failed to inform Trump about airfield attacks, while Turkish officials announced agreement on future negotiation rounds despite Moscow's apparent disinterest in actual peace.
Italy
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Dutch far-right leader Geert Wilders withdrew from his coalition government, citing frustration with slow implementation of restrictive immigration policies. The collapse sent ripples across European politics, with Italian media noting the pattern of anti-migration rhetoric destabilizing governments.
Ukrainian intelligence conducted underwater explosive attacks on Crimean bridge pylons, the third such operation following their claimed destruction of forty Russian bombers. The Kremlin dismissed prospects for Putin-Zelensky-Trump summit talks as "improbable."
Reports emerged claiming Father Paolo Dall'Oglio's body was found in a Syrian mass grave, though his sister and the bishop of Aleppo quickly disputed the claims as fake news. The Italian Jesuit disappeared in 2013.
By afternoon, Inter coach Simone Inzaghi accepted Al-Hilal's 50-million euro offer for two years in Saudi Arabia, ending his successful four-year tenure. Lorenzo Musetti advanced to Roland Garros semifinals, defeating Tiafoe in four sets.
The day concluded with Meloni and Macron's diplomatic reconciliation at Palazzo Chigi, a four-hour bilateral focused on building a "more sovereign Europe."
Ukrainian intelligence conducted underwater explosive attacks on Crimean bridge pylons, the third such operation following their claimed destruction of forty Russian bombers. The Kremlin dismissed prospects for Putin-Zelensky-Trump summit talks as "improbable."
Reports emerged claiming Father Paolo Dall'Oglio's body was found in a Syrian mass grave, though his sister and the bishop of Aleppo quickly disputed the claims as fake news. The Italian Jesuit disappeared in 2013.
By afternoon, Inter coach Simone Inzaghi accepted Al-Hilal's 50-million euro offer for two years in Saudi Arabia, ending his successful four-year tenure. Lorenzo Musetti advanced to Roland Garros semifinals, defeating Tiafoe in four sets.
The day concluded with Meloni and Macron's diplomatic reconciliation at Palazzo Chigi, a four-hour bilateral focused on building a "more sovereign Europe."
Japan
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Baseball legend Shigeo Nagashima's death at 89 dominated midnight coverage, marking the end of an era for Japan's economic miracle generation. The rice crisis intensified as 5-kilogram bags exceeded 4,000 yen retail, prompting Agriculture Minister consideration of stockpile buybacks through bidding processes.
Toyota Industries accepted a buyout offer from group companies at 16,300 yen per share by morning, consolidating the automotive empire's structure. The government announced plans for a "furusato jumin" system expanding beyond existing hometown tax programs.
South Korea's presidential election shifted focus throughout the day, with exit polls initially showing Lee Jae-myung leading at 51%, progressing to victory confirmation by afternoon broadcasters. Lee's win represents a return to progressive governance after three years of conservative rule under the ousted Yoon Suk Yeol, whose martial law declaration had polarized the nation.
Toyota Industries accepted a buyout offer from group companies at 16,300 yen per share by morning, consolidating the automotive empire's structure. The government announced plans for a "furusato jumin" system expanding beyond existing hometown tax programs.
South Korea's presidential election shifted focus throughout the day, with exit polls initially showing Lee Jae-myung leading at 51%, progressing to victory confirmation by afternoon broadcasters. Lee's win represents a return to progressive governance after three years of conservative rule under the ousted Yoon Suk Yeol, whose martial law declaration had polarized the nation.
Netherlands
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Wilders fulfilled his ultimatum from previous days by withdrawing the PVV from the coalition at 7:20 AM, bringing down the government after failed crisis talks over asylum policy. The collapse occurred when coalition partners refused to sign his enhanced immigration package without detailed proposals.
By afternoon, Prime Minister Schoof formally submitted the resignation of PVV ministers to the king, while VVD, NSC and BBB committed to continuing as a caretaker government. Media outlets provided detailed reconstructions of the final moments, revealing Health Minister Agema asking Schoof "Do you want me gone?" and Wilders exploding in his office.
The political establishment largely celebrated the end of what Amsterdam politicians termed a "disaster cabinet." Unusually, new elections appear distant, with the remaining parties exploring minority governance options. King Willem-Alexander departed for Czech Republic despite calling it "strange to leave Netherlands now" during the crisis.
By afternoon, Prime Minister Schoof formally submitted the resignation of PVV ministers to the king, while VVD, NSC and BBB committed to continuing as a caretaker government. Media outlets provided detailed reconstructions of the final moments, revealing Health Minister Agema asking Schoof "Do you want me gone?" and Wilders exploding in his office.
The political establishment largely celebrated the end of what Amsterdam politicians termed a "disaster cabinet." Unusually, new elections appear distant, with the remaining parties exploring minority governance options. King Willem-Alexander departed for Czech Republic despite calling it "strange to leave Netherlands now" during the crisis.
India
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Royal Challengers Bengaluru broke their 18-year title drought by defeating Punjab Kings by 6 runs in the IPL final, with Virat Kohli breaking down on the field as "Ee Sala Cup Namdu" finally became reality. Morning coverage focused on military revelations as Chief of Defence Staff General Chauhan disclosed Pakistan's plan for a 48-hour war collapsed within 8 hours, while new documents suggested India struck 28 targets rather than the previously reported 20 during Operation Sindoor.
Political tensions escalated when Rahul Gandhi coined "Narendra Surrender" to attack Modi's response to Trump's ceasefire pressure. The Kamal Haasan-Kannada controversy deepened as Karnataka High Court asked why he couldn't apologize like C. Rajagopalchari did for similar remarks, with the actor refusing and postponing his film's Karnataka release.
Northeast India's flood crisis worsened with 36 deaths and nearly 600,000 affected, while US Commerce Secretary expressed optimism about finalizing an India-US trade deal in the "not-too-distant future."
Political tensions escalated when Rahul Gandhi coined "Narendra Surrender" to attack Modi's response to Trump's ceasefire pressure. The Kamal Haasan-Kannada controversy deepened as Karnataka High Court asked why he couldn't apologize like C. Rajagopalchari did for similar remarks, with the actor refusing and postponing his film's Karnataka release.
Northeast India's flood crisis worsened with 36 deaths and nearly 600,000 affected, while US Commerce Secretary expressed optimism about finalizing an India-US trade deal in the "not-too-distant future."
Poland
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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Trump's congratulatory message to Nawrocki dominated morning coverage, with the president-elect responding by prioritizing "strong alliance with USA." By mid-morning, Tusk set June 11 for his confidence vote after Hołownia claimed he "convinced the premier" on coalition plans.
Political maneuvering accelerated as Mentzen invited Kaczyński for talks about potential cooperation, while Kaczyński suggested PiS wouldn't exclude supporting "all important parties, including Civic Platform" for a technocratic government. However, reports emerged that Nawrocki had already declined Kaczyński's suggestion for a specific minister at the Presidential Palace.
Opposition pressure on Tusk intensified, with a PSL MP demanding his resignation and Kamiński declaring "everything happened so that Tusk would stop being prime minister." The day concluded with Nawrocki's first official visit to the Presidential Palace, where Duda welcomed him under a portrait of Lech Kaczyński, while international criticism mounted from German and Israeli sources.
Political maneuvering accelerated as Mentzen invited Kaczyński for talks about potential cooperation, while Kaczyński suggested PiS wouldn't exclude supporting "all important parties, including Civic Platform" for a technocratic government. However, reports emerged that Nawrocki had already declined Kaczyński's suggestion for a specific minister at the Presidential Palace.
Opposition pressure on Tusk intensified, with a PSL MP demanding his resignation and Kamiński declaring "everything happened so that Tusk would stop being prime minister." The day concluded with Nawrocki's first official visit to the Presidential Palace, where Duda welcomed him under a portrait of Lech Kaczyński, while international criticism mounted from German and Israeli sources.
Spain
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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The government capitulated to PP demands for the Conference of Presidents after regional barons threatened complete boycott, accepting "all topics" and abandoning its original agenda restrictions. This represented a significant political defeat for Sánchez's administration.
The Leire Díez scandal concluded with her voluntary resignation from PSOE membership after two hours of testimony at party headquarters, sealing what El Español termed a "non-aggression pact" to limit further damage. Coalition partners ERC and Podemos escalated pressure, demanding Sánchez explain her recordings before Congress.
Spain's Defense Ministry canceled a 288-million-euro Israeli missile contract, marking an escalation of the government's Gaza stance following reports of 24 deaths at an aid distribution point. The ministry revoked production licenses and ordered new systems built without Israeli technology.
Employment figures reached historic levels, with unemployment dropping below 2.5 million for the first time since 2008, while foreign workers exceeded 3 million for the first time.
The Leire Díez scandal concluded with her voluntary resignation from PSOE membership after two hours of testimony at party headquarters, sealing what El Español termed a "non-aggression pact" to limit further damage. Coalition partners ERC and Podemos escalated pressure, demanding Sánchez explain her recordings before Congress.
Spain's Defense Ministry canceled a 288-million-euro Israeli missile contract, marking an escalation of the government's Gaza stance following reports of 24 deaths at an aid distribution point. The ministry revoked production licenses and ordered new systems built without Israeli technology.
Employment figures reached historic levels, with unemployment dropping below 2.5 million for the first time since 2008, while foreign workers exceeded 3 million for the first time.
Turkey
•03.06.2025
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•83 days ago
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A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck near Marmaris in Muğla province at 02:17, killing a 14-year-old who suffered a panic attack during the tremor. The quake was felt across multiple provinces, affecting 69 people total, with experts warning it could trigger other fault lines.
The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality corruption investigation escalated dramatically as former CHP MP Aykut Erdoğdu and two associates were arrested, while Büyükçekmece Mayor Hasan Akgün was also detained. This represented the fifth wave of the expanding probe that has now resulted in multiple arrests of opposition figures.
Parliament re-elected Numan Kurtulmuş as speaker after no candidate received sufficient votes in initial rounds. Foreign Minister Fidan claimed President Erdoğan was the only leader trusted simultaneously by Putin, Trump, and Zelenskyy for peace negotiations, continuing Turkey's positioning as mediator in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Severe flooding paralyzed life in Trabzon, while a missing 4-year-old girl prompted a province-wide search in Muğla.
The Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality corruption investigation escalated dramatically as former CHP MP Aykut Erdoğdu and two associates were arrested, while Büyükçekmece Mayor Hasan Akgün was also detained. This represented the fifth wave of the expanding probe that has now resulted in multiple arrests of opposition figures.
Parliament re-elected Numan Kurtulmuş as speaker after no candidate received sufficient votes in initial rounds. Foreign Minister Fidan claimed President Erdoğan was the only leader trusted simultaneously by Putin, Trump, and Zelenskyy for peace negotiations, continuing Turkey's positioning as mediator in the Russia-Ukraine conflict. Severe flooding paralyzed life in Trabzon, while a missing 4-year-old girl prompted a province-wide search in Muğla.
China
•03.06.2025
•Tuesday
•83 days ago
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State media maintained synchronized cultural messaging throughout the day, evolving from yesterday's "soul forging" themes through three distinct waves of coordination. Six outlets published identical headlines about Xi Jinping's "cultural footprints" in morning hours, then shifted to "understanding Chinese civilization's outstanding characteristics" by afternoon.
Press freedom restrictions escalated as Macau police detained journalists for the first time since handover, while Hong Kong authorities inspected artwork at galleries and deployed heavy presence ahead of the Tiananmen anniversary. A performance artist was escorted away while chewing bubble gum near Sogo department store.
Economic data showed manufacturing contracting to 48.3 PMI in May, the first decline since October 2024. Underground labor content surfaced comparing modern working conditions to "old society" exploitation, contrasting with official cultural celebration messaging.
South Korean exit polls projected Lee Jae-myung's presidential victory, with coverage noting conservative difficulties overcoming Yoon Suk-yeol's coup attempt associations.
Press freedom restrictions escalated as Macau police detained journalists for the first time since handover, while Hong Kong authorities inspected artwork at galleries and deployed heavy presence ahead of the Tiananmen anniversary. A performance artist was escorted away while chewing bubble gum near Sogo department store.
Economic data showed manufacturing contracting to 48.3 PMI in May, the first decline since October 2024. Underground labor content surfaced comparing modern working conditions to "old society" exploitation, contrasting with official cultural celebration messaging.
South Korean exit polls projected Lee Jae-myung's presidential victory, with coverage noting conservative difficulties overcoming Yoon Suk-yeol's coup attempt associations.
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