The administration proclaimed itself a leader of the Western Hemisphere under the "Donroe Doctrine." A natural disaster has put that to the test.

"Russia has again chosen escalation over peace with this deplorable onslaught on Kyiv," said one European minister.

The blast, near the Syrian capital’s main courthouse, underscored the country’s persistent instability as its leaders try to chart a path out of years of dictatorship and war.

Albanian police used water cannon and tear gas to disperse protesters in Tirana, in one of the most tense confrontations since rallies over coastal development projects linked to Jared Kushner began a month ago.

Spain take on Austria in a decisive knockout clash, with the winner facing either Portugal or Croatia in the round of 16. Follow the build-up with ESPN.

Police say at least 18 people have been killed in clashes related to a land dispute in north-central Nigeria. The violence occurred in the Rafi area of Niger State between Monday and Wednesday.

The sect, the Society of St. Pius X, defied a direct plea from Pope Leo XIV and sought to consecrate four bishops without the Vatican's approval.

Jul. 2, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. ET