SportsElina Svitolina beat Coco Gauff in three sets to win her third Italian Open title in Rome. In the men’s draw, Jannik Sinner completed a rain-delayed semi-final win over Daniil Medvedev to set up a final against Casper Ruud.
WorldFrench prosecutors say around 10 previously unknown suspected victims have come forward in the country’s Jeffrey Epstein investigation. Authorities are reviewing files and hearing testimony as the human trafficking probe expands.
Israeli airstrikes killed at least five Palestinians in Gaza, health officials said, as ceasefire efforts with Hamas falter. Israel reported killing Hamas commanders Bahaa Baroud and Izz al-Din al-Haddad.
The UAE condemned a drone attack near the Barakah nuclear power plant, calling it a “dangerous escalation.” Authorities say air defences intercepted UAVs, a fire broke out in a generator area, and radiation levels were not affected.
WorldIndia is trying to stem a sharp rupee decline as higher oil prices, investor outflows and a widening external deficit weigh on the economy. The central bank has spent billions of dollars to support the currency while policymakers consider further steps.
SportsChelsea have named Xabi Alonso as their new manager, with the Spaniard signing a four-year deal starting on July 1. He returns to English football after previously playing for Liverpool.
WorldA Qantas flight from Melbourne to Dallas was diverted to Papeete after a passenger became disruptive, with Australian media reporting he bit a flight attendant. The man was met by local authorities and banned from all Qantas flights.
WorldA large explosion near Beit Shemesh late on Saturday was part of a planned and controlled test, according to a statement by Israel’s state-owned Tomer defence company. The blast was reported at a Tomer testing ground.
WorldThe WHO has declared the Ebola outbreak in DR Congo and Uganda a public health emergency of international concern. The agency warned of cross-border risks and said some international spread has already been documented.
WorldIraq’s oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz fell to 10 million barrels in April from about 93 million barrels a month before the Iran war, Oil Minister Basim Mohammed said. He said tanker arrivals had been hit by insurance issues after the strait’s closure.
BusinessPakistan’s first Panda Bond, worth RMB1.75 billion, was priced at 2.5%, opening a lower-cost yuan funding route. HBL says the issue could help diversify borrowing beyond dollar and euro markets.
WorldA humpback whale rescued in Germany after repeated strandings has been found dead near Denmark’s Anholt island. Danish officials confirmed its identity through a tracking device still attached to its back.
