Peru and Poland Deepen Ties; Koreans Vote Early; Russia Warns Germany

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Peru and Poland continue strengthening their century-old diplomatic relationship, celebrating enhanced economic cooperation built on existing trade agreements worth over $200 million annually. Meanwhile, serious questions emerge from Washington as investigators suspect a migrant accused of threatening President Trump may have been set up, raising questions on Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's public claims about the case. The UK faces mounting pressure to upgrade travel warnings for Egypt amid ongoing human rights concerns, while South Korea sees massive early voter turnout following months of political turmoil. European security tensions continue with Russia warning Germany over potential Taurus missile deliveries to Ukraine, and military technology advances as Israel's Iron Beam laser defense system successfully intercepts enemy drones in combat operations.

Top Stories

• Peru and Poland strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm economic cooperation - ANDINA

• UK Government urged to upgrade travel warning for ‘police state’ Egypt following ongoing detention of Alaa Abd el-Fattah - The Independent

• Exclusive: Kristi Noem said a migrant threatened to kill Trump. Investigators think he was set up - CNN

• South Koreans turn out in huge numbers for early voting after months-long political crisis - Reuters

• Russia issues warning to Merz over ‘Taurus missiles for Ukraine’ - Hindustan Times

• Israel’s Iron Beam Laser Air Defense System Has Downed Enemy Drones - The War Zone

United States

• Hit by Trump trade wars, U.S. economy falls 0.2% in first quarter, an upgrade from initial estimate - AP News

• Trump tariffs live updates: Court of International Trade deems majority of tariffs 'unlawful' - Yahoo Finance

• Trump calls Musk ‘terrific’ and announces press conference with him Friday - Economic Times

• Exclusive: Kristi Noem said a migrant threatened to kill Trump. Investigators think he was set up - CNN

• Judge extends order blocking Trump administration from revoking Harvard's ability to enroll foreign students - NBC

Africa

• UK Government urged to upgrade travel warning for ‘police state’ Egypt following ongoing detention of Alaa Abd el-Fattah - The Independent

• Inside Kenya’s evolving energy policy towards low-carbon future - Business Daily 

• Janet Museveni’s ‘transition’ comments raise eyebrows ahead of 2026 elections - Pulse Uganda

• Nigeria’s Tinubu touts economic gains at mid-term but inflation and insecurity persist - CNBC

• South African mother given life sentence for trafficking 6-year-old daughter - Reuters 

Middle East

• Shin Bet Says It Thwarted Dozens of Iranian Cyberattacks Against Israelis, Including Senior Defense Officials - Haaretz

• Israel’s Iron Beam Laser Air Defense System Has Downed Enemy Drones - The War Zone

• Israeli Intelligence Reportedly Aiding Lebanese Army in Dismantling Hezbollah - Foundation for Defense of Democracies

• Iraq’s November elections: Al-Abadi Alliance hints at potential postponement - Shafaq News

• Deadly break-in at UN warehouse as aid trickles into Gaza - Reuters

Indo-Pacific

• South Koreans turn out in huge numbers for early voting after months-long political crisis - Reuters

• Japan's Ishiba warns against tension over tariffs and vows to expand Asia-Pacific trade group - The Independent

• South Korea Launches HCX-23 Plus Drone Carrier Concept to Redefine Naval Warfare - Army Recognition

• India backs early elections in Bangladesh - Times of India

• India is set to be the world's fourth-largest economy — but sustained growth will warrant more reforms - CNBC 

Europe

• MPs vote to end France's ZFE low-emission zones despite government opposition - The Connexion

• Poland’s rule of law ‘is on the ballot’ in Sunday’s presidential election - Politico

• Turkey and Belgium plan to join international drone coalition for Ukraine - Euromaidan Press

• France to ban smoking on beaches, parks and bus stops from July 1 - France24

• Russia issues warning to Merz over ‘Taurus missiles for Ukraine’ - Hindustan Times

Latin America

• Peru and Poland strengthen bilateral relations and reaffirm economic cooperation - ANDINA

• Argentina arrests 12 suspects linked to Tren de Aragua gang - Reuters

• Brazil economic team to present alternative to tax hike, no defined solution so far - Reuters

• Diego Maradona’s homicide trial declared invalid after judge filming scandal - CNN

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