WorldVienna has opened the 70th Eurovision Song Contest with a turquoise carpet ceremony and a week of festivities. The event is again facing political controversy over Israel’s participation, prompting protests and tighter security.
SportsWest Ham goalkeeper Mads Hermansen has questioned the consistency of officiating after VAR ruled out his side’s late equaliser against Arsenal for a foul on David Raya. He said goalkeepers across the league have faced similar challenges at corners this season.
WorldA Nazi-looted painting from the Goudstikker collection has been returned after surfacing in the family of Dutch collaborator Hendrik Seyffardt, according to art detective Arthur Brand.
Iran formally sent its response to a US peace proposal to mediator Pakistan, with talks at this stage aimed at ending regional hostilities. Iran also issued new military readiness directives.
Spain began disembarking Spanish passengers from a cruise ship anchored near Tenerife after a hantavirus outbreak. Symptom-free passengers fly to Madrid for quarantine, with other countries next.
A ministerial committee will discuss a bill that would revoke the 1993 Oslo Accords and prevent a Palestinian state, while expanding settlement activity in West Bank Areas A and B.
Israeli air strikes in Gaza killed at least three Palestinians, including Hamas police officials, as violence continues despite a US-brokered ceasefire. Medics report rising casualties and blame over violations.
Top Indian police, army and intelligence officials held multi-agency reviews in South Kashmir and Jammu, focusing on surveillance and “area domination,” amid fears of a new counter-terror operation. Mehbooba Mufti also criticizes bulldozer demolitions.
WorldIran’s Revolutionary Guards warned of attacks on US sites in the region if Iranian tankers are targeted, as Washington awaited Tehran’s response to a new proposal. Tensions also remained high in the Gulf and on the Lebanon front.
SportsFIFA has announced that the 2026 World Cup will open with three ceremonies in Mexico, Canada and the United States. The events will feature major international artists and coincide with each host nation’s first match.
US and Iran traded fire in the Gulf despite a fragile ceasefire. A CIA analysis says Tehran could endure a naval blockade for months as Washington awaits Iran’s response to a proposal to end the war.
Trump says Pakistan asked the US to avoid militarily engaging Iran during negotiations after clashes in the Strait of Hormuz. He says a US-Iran ceasefire still holds as both sides trade accusations and review proposals.
