Top 10 international news - June 29, 2025। Gaza Evacuation, Spy Talks, Hong Kong Crackdown and Climate Migration
1. Israel Orders Evacuations Northern Gaza Ahead of Escalation
The Israeli military has mandated evacuations in Northern Gaza _including Jabalia and parts of Gaza city - as it prepares for intensified operations against Hamas. At least 11 Palestinians were killed in overnight strikes, including five in tent camps near Khan Younis. Former President Donald Trump urged: "make the deal in Gaza, get the hostages back".
Source :Reuters
2. BIS Warns of Global Economy at "Pivotal Moment"
The bank of International Settlements (BIS) cautioned that the global economy faces a critical point due to rising geopolitical tensions, high public debt, and trade fragmentation. Outgoing head Agustin Carstens called for increased resilience, warning against further strain from military spending and protectionist politicies.
Source : Reuters
3. Ukrainian F-16, Pilot Killed During Massive Russian Air Strike
A Ukrainian F-16 pilot died while defending against a massive involving hundreds of drones, Cruise missiles and glide bombs. Ukraine's air defences downed 211 drones and 38 missiles but infrastructure damage and at least seven injuries were reported.
Source :Reuters
4. Kremlin Warns Europe Over 'Illegal' Sanctions
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov warned that new European sanctions targeting Russia's energy and military sectors would backfire, hurting European economies more than Russia's. He emphasised that Russia has grown 'resistant' to Western pressure.
Source :Reuters
5. Russian, US, Spy Chiefs Establish Direct Communication
Russian SVR director Sergei Naryshkin confirmed a recent phone call with CIA Director John Ratcliffe. They reportedly agreed to a new protocol to contact each other directly to address areas of mutual concern, signaling rare cooperation despite profound distrust.
Source :Reuters
6. Hong Kong's Last Pro-Democracy Group Dissolves
Hong Kong's League of Social Democrats the city's final major pro-democracy party _has formally disbanded. Chair Chan Poying cited "immense political pressure" and a collapsing opposition landscape under Beijing's National Security Law.
Source :Reuters
7. Over One-third of Tuvalu Applies for Climate Visa to Australia
More than one-third of Tuvalu's 11000 residents have applied for Australia's first climate visa, which allows 280 people per year to relocate due to rising sea levels. The move is a response to existential environmental threats from climate change.
Source :Reuters
8. Stampede Kills Three at Indian Chariot Festival
A tragic stampede during a dawn chariot procession in Puri, Odisha, resulted in three deaths and six injuries. Authorities noted that overcrowding and lax safety measures remain persistent issues in large religious gatherings.
Source :Reuters
9. Egypt Halts Wheat Collection as Harvest Targets Fall Short
Egypt has begun closing local in wheat purchase centers as procurement from this year's harvest fell below the 4-5 million ton goal. The shortfall adds pressure on its state subsidized bread program amid soaring inflation.
Source :Reuters
10. France Urges Extension of EU-US Talks
France's finance minister Eric Lombard suggested extending ongoing EU-US Trade discussions beyond the July 9 deadline. He argued that thorough negotiations would yield better results than rushing into a compromised agreement.
Source : Reuters
SUMMARY
Today's headlines reveal a world at a crossroads - Middle East evacuations and military violence compete with diplomatic calls to extend trade talks. At the same time, democratic backsliding, climate triggered migration, economic vulnerabilies and continued war in Ukraine underscore a complex, unstable global landscape.
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