1. French Parliamentary Runoff: French voters face a pivotal decision on July 7 in the runoff of snap parliamentary elections.

2. Biden’s Fundraiser Address: President Biden reassures donors despite a tough debate

3. War in Sudan: The conflict in Sudan persists with ongoing hostilities.

News Summary:

Africa:President Ruto in Kenya withdraws controversial finance bill after protests leave 23 dead; more demonstrations, including a “One Million People March,” planned.

NATO:Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte appointed as NATO Secretary General, starting October 1, to succeed Jens Stoltenberg.

Cruise Ship:Small fire on Icon of the Seas in Costa Maya, Mexico, quickly contained; no injuries and minimal disruption.

News Summary:

- Macron calls snap parliamentary elections following National Rally's European Parliament victory.

- 10 million displaced by ongoing conflict in Sudan:humanitarian crisis deepens.

- British economy fails to grow in April, challenging Sunak's growth-focused campaign.

- Italy hosts G7, discussing Ukraine, Gaza, and economic cooperation, amid political challenges for Sunak, Macron, and Biden.

- Violent protests in Buenos Aires as Argentina’s Senate narrowly approves President Milei’s austerity measures.

- A fire in Mangaf, Kuwait, kills 49, mostly foreign workers; investigation and arrests ordered.

- Angela Rayner and Penny Mordaunt clash in a second TV debate, with criticism of Labour from smaller parties and focus on immigration and Brexit issues.

- The UN Security Council demands an end to the siege of el-Fasher in North Darfur, highlighting the humanitarian crisis and urging a ceasefire.

- Rafael Nadal will miss Wimbledon to prepare for the Paris Olympics, opting to compete in a clay-court tournament in Sweden.

1. Gaza Pier Construction Underway

2. Ukrainian Political Landscape

3. Venice Implements Fee System to Combat Overtourism

4. Scotland's FM Faces Mounting Pressure Amid Political Turbulence

1. UN Appeals £2.3bn for Gaza Famine Relief

2. Qatar Reevaluates its Mediation Role

3. Trump's Hush Money Trial: Jury Selection in Progress

4. Council of Europe Recommends Kosovo's Membership, Serbia Protests

Baltimore Bridge Collapses After Ship Collision: Rescue Efforts Underway

UN Calls for Immediate Ceasefire in Gaza

Farmers Protest in London: Tractor Convoy Highlights Concerns Over Food Imports

Michigan Primary: Biden's Gaza Policy Triggers 14.5% "Uncommitted" Protest; Trump Solidifies GOP Lead; EU Climate Plan Advances Amidst Opposition; Qatar-France Gaza Cease-fire Talks Commence

Hungary's PM Orban signals potential approval of Sweden's NATO bid; US, UK conduct airstrikes in Yemen; Zelensky reveals Ukrainian military casualties; Schumer calls for increased aid; Liverpool clinches Carabao Cup win.