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Uzbekistan
Germany-Uzbekistan ties deepen, President Steinmeier tells Euronews
Trade between Germany and Uzbekistan exceeded $1.4 billion (€1.2bn) last year, while German investment reached $2 billion (€1.7bn). The two countries are also expanding educational exchanges, labour mobility programmes and business partnerships.
Iran
US and Iran sign deal, but who really won? Here's what to know
Trump signed the framework deal at Versailles while Pezeshkian signed in Tehran, pledging to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and triggering 60 days of further talks. Analysts say the terms leave Tehran in a stronger position than the deal's framing suggests.
Lebanon
Israel says one soldier killed in Lebanon following Wednesday clashes
Israeli officials close to Netanyahu say the Likud leader has no intention to give up positions in Lebanon and are engaged in negotiations with the US following the announcement of an initial deal with Iran to halt hostilities.
Business
Tashkent forum unveils 50-year tax incentives, financial centre
Nearly 4,000 participants from more than 100 countries gathered in Tashkent as government leaders, international financial institutions and global companies discussed investment opportunities, regional connectivity and industrial development.
Culture Series
Best regards: Stephan Gladieu on capturing the people of North Korea
Ahead of his exhibition at the Musée des Confluences in Lyon, French photographer Stephan Gladieu talked to European Lens about his series titled ‘North Korea’, a collection of photographs taken over three years and several trips to the reclusive country.
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Israeli settlers torch mosque in West Bank village of Jiljilya
Residents of Jiljilya, north of Ramallah, awoke on 17 June to find their mosque set alight overnight, with burnt tyres, Hebrew graffiti reading "revenge" and extensive damage left behind in an area of the occupied West Bank where Israelis are prohibited from entering.
Sport
All of Uzbekistan readies to watch history at its first World Cup
Schools, offices and city squares across Uzbekistan are setting up screens for Thursday's 7 am kick-off against Colombia, as the country makes its World Cup debut under coach Fabio Cannavaro. "In the heart of every Uzbek, this is a matter of pride and honour," an education ministry official said.
Business
Foreign leaders, investors and businesses gather in Tashkent
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is expected in Tashkent as Uzbekistan hosts investors, business leaders and foreign delegations. Talks focused on European connectivity, US business engagement, AI and long-term investment.