Europe Today
G7 leaders press Trump on Ukraine as summit wraps up
The eyes of the world are on Evian-les-Bains, where G7 leaders are gathering for their third day and final day of talks. Beyond the photo ops, European leaders used this precious face time with the US President to urge him to break the deadlock on Ukraine.
Europe Today
Europe Today: Inside the G7 Summit in Évian
Global leaders are gathering in the French spa town of Évian les Bains for the second day of the G7. US President Donald Trump told allies that he expects the Strait of Hormuz to be “fully open” on Friday, where the framework deal to end the war is expected to be formalised in Switzerland.
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Watch: Empty seats and closed borders? FIFA’s high-stakes bet on a divided America
While the football elite rub shoulders in Washington, the game is hitting a physical and metaphorical wall at the US border. International teams, referees and everyday fans find it difficult to see the games which start today. What’s going on there?
The Ring
World Cup: Has Trump already ruined the vibes? MEPs debate in The Ring
The World Cup is on, the single biggest sport event of the year, followed by millions of people around the world. So far, the vibes are strangely subdued. Ticket sales and hotel bookings are below expectations and immigration issues are making headlines - especially in the US.
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Marktweg in The Hague becomes iconic orange street for World Cup
Residents of Marktweg in The Hague have once again transformed their street into a sea of orange ahead of the FIFA World Cup, continuing a popular local tradition that has become a symbol of community spirit and support for the national team.
Sport
Mexico gears up for 2026 World Cup opener at historic Azteca Stadium
Mexico City is preparing to host the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup on Thursday when the hosts take on South Africa at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The venue will become the first stadium in history to host three World Cup opening matches.
Sport
World Cup border issues continue as Cannavaro questions security frisk
Iran's World Cup ticket allocation has been cancelled, and 13 delegation members remain without visas, forcing the team to base itself in Mexico. Meanwhile, a Somali referee was turned away, an Iraqi striker was held for seven hours in Chicago, and Senegalese players were body-searched on arrival.
