Europe

Germany’s Merz criticizes Israel’s plan for forced relocation of Gaza’s population
Conservative leader says Israel's latest actions in Gaza ‘unacceptable,’ emphasizes that Palestinians have a right to a place where they can live
Germany’s Merz criticizes Israel’s plan for forced relocation of Gaza’s population
Conservative leader says Israel's latest actions in Gaza ‘unacceptable,’ emphasizes that Palestinians have a right to a place where they can live

Finland will not participate in combat roles in future Ukraine peacekeeping efforts: Premier
Finland to play role in training, offer expertise in post-war Ukraine, prime minister says

EU says 'ready' to work toward an agreement with US by Aug. 1 after Trump’s 30% tariff announcement
'We will take all necessary steps to safeguard EU interests, including adoption of proportionate countermeasures if required,' Ursula von der Leyen says

France strikes deal to establish ‘State of New Caledonia’ under new constitutional status
Agreement allows for Caledonian nationality, dual citizenship, and revised local governance ahead of 2026 referendum

Around 60 UK Labour MPs call for immediate recognition of Palestinian state
Gaza being ‘ethnically cleansed’, lawmakers tell foreign secretary, urge urgent diplomatic action

Bosnia’s missing persons institute offers hope, stands as global model
Nearly 80% of missing from 1990s war identified, but thousands still wait to be found