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28 June 2026
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Swiss glaciers melting at alarming rate in June as Europe faces extreme heat
28 June 2026
All snow and ice accumulated over the past winter is expected to have melted by Monday. Over the past century, this tipping point usually only arrives in mid-August on average.
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Latest news bulletin | June 28th, 2026 – Evening
28 June 2026
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 28th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Heavyweights Deliver a Spectacular Finish in Qingdao
28 June 2026
The Qingdao Grand Prix ended in style as the heavyweights took centre stage. Yahor Varapayeu claimed gold at -90kg, world No.1 Anna Monta Olek won her fourth Grand Prix title, Adam Sangariev celebrated a maiden gold, Elis Startseva dominated +78kg, and Tamerlan Bashaev returned to the top.
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Germany sets new heat record again
28 June 2026
The scorching weekend in Germany has produced another record high since measurements began in the 19th century, with the new peak recorded in Brandenburg.
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Everything you need to know ahead of the World Cup knockout stage
28 June 2026
France have made a mightily impressive start to their campaign, scoring 10 goals in victories over Senegal, Iraq and Norway.
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Iraqi political officials arrested on corruption charges in overnight raid
28 June 2026
Iraqi security forces sealed off all entrances to the capital’s heavily fortified Green Zone early Sunday and carried out raids inside the compound that houses key government institutions and foreign embassies.
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Israel formally recognises Armenian World War I 'genocide'
28 June 2026
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar said Israel had "fulfilled a moral duty by recognizing the historical truth, and rejecting attempts to deny it".
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France: 11 killed in civilian plane crash near Nancy
28 June 2026
Police urged the public to stay away from the area around Tomblaine airport. The aircraft was reportedly carrying skydivers.
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You can travel all around the Netherlands by train for €49 a month this summer
28 June 2026
This summer rail deal makes exploring the Netherlands easier and less hefty on our wallets. Here’s how to make the most of it and where else in Europe you can save on rail travel
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UV face masks, cooling ties: how cultures outside Europe deal with heat
28 June 2026
Countries on other continents, far from Europe, have long devised ways of coping with sweltering heat. Here are a few examples – some unusual, others inspiring.
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Tehran targets Bahrain and Kuwait after US attacks
28 June 2026
The ceasefire between Iran and the United States appears increasingly fragile on Sunday, following a new exchange of strikes. In the latest escalation, Tehran launched missiles and drones at Bahrain and Kuwait, both of which host US military bases, just hours after the United States struck multiple targets across Iran. The renewed violence comes amid rising tensions over efforts to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a key global shipping route.
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Rangnick dismisses collusion talk after Austria and Algeria advance after ‘mad’ World Cup draw
28 June 2026
Austria coach Ralf Rangnick dismissed suggestions his team had played for a draw against Algeria after Saturday's 3-3 World Cup match sent both teams through to the knockout stage. Austria will now face off against Spain in the round of 32 on July 2 in California.
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Heatwave spreads across eastern Europe, France records 1,000 deaths in a week
28 June 2026
The record-breaking heatwave in France is set to come to an end on Sunday, with the country's extreme weather alert expected to be lifted by the evening, bringing relief after temperatures climbed as high as 40°C this week. But the heatwave is far from over, as it shifts eastward, with Germany and the Czech Republic now preparing for the worst of the extreme weather.
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Key poll in New Caledonia: First major vote on French Pacific islands since 2024 riots
28 June 2026
Voting in the French overseas territory of New Caledonia closed on Sunday, with a turnout of 54.42 per cent, as citizens participated in the archipelago's first provincial elections since 2019. The results of the election, initially planned for 2024, will determine the balance of power in New Caledonia ahead of fresh negotiations with France on the territory's status, with independence remaining the defining political issue. Political scientist and post-colonial activist, Françoise Vergès, joins us for further insights.
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More than 1,300 excess deaths linked to record-breaking Europe heatwave, WHO says
28 June 2026
More than 1,300 excess deaths have been recorded in connection with Europe's record-breaking heatwave since June 21, according to the World Health Organization on Sunday. Earlier that day, health officials in France reported that there had been around 1,000 more deaths than expected in the country since Wednesday.
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What France gets wrong about air conditioning
28 June 2026
Is this the heatwave that finally changes French minds on air conditioning? Not the mind of environment minister Monique Barbut, for one, who said she was "horrified" by the idea of it becoming widespread. The rest of the world looked on perplexed as France suffered a brutal week, particularly for schools, hospitals and care homes. Long suspicious of it, French people are slowly adopting A/C, but it remains politically controversial and difficult to install in historic towns and cities.
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The week in pictures: Earthquakes in Venezuela, Starmer's resignation and extreme heat in France
28 June 2026
The resignation of British Prime Minister Keir Starmer less than two years after his election victory, extreme heat grips France, fans fete the World Cup and twin earthquakes ravage Venezuela: FRANCE 24 looks back at some of the week's most striking images.
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World Cup 2026 : 215 goals in record breaking group stage
28 June 2026
Austria and Algeria went down to the wire in a match full of drama. Austria's last-minute goal means both teams are through to the next round. Celebrations are also due for the Democratic Republic of Congo who have qualified for the first time in their history, thanks to their 3-1 win against Uzbekistan. Portugal and Colombia stayed level at 0-0. England finished top of group L, putting two past Panama. The round of 32 fixtures are all confirmed, the first knockout game sees Canada go up against South Africa in Los Angeles.
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Albania's "Flamingo revolution": Trump-linked luxury resort plan triggers mass protests
28 June 2026
Protests in Albania entered their fifth week on Saturday, with demonstrations that began in May over a planned luxury resort project linked to the Trump family. Since then, the movement has expanded into a broader criticism of Prime Minister Edi Rama and his government, with protesters raising wider concerns about governance and political accountability. Vladimir Karaj, a journalist and editor at the Balkan Investigative Reporting Network, joins us from Tirana for further insights.
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Serbia’s Vučić to resign, opening path to early elections amid political tensions
28 June 2026
Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vučić has announced that he will resign within weeks, paving the way for early elections. There is speculation that the populist leader could attempt to move into the more powerful role of Prime Minister. The announcement comes after more than a year of heightened tensions in the Balkan nation, where university students have led protests demanding political change.
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Painter Justin Bua Might Just Be Art’s Most Outspoken Defender of Skill
27 June 2026
The artist behind what might be the best-selling print in modern history has spent three years calling out what he sees as the art world's most enduring con.
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Christie’s and Phillips Kept London’s June Auctions Moving But Not Flying
26 June 2026
Christie’s Zabludowicz sale met expectations, while Phillips’ more globally diverse offerings demonstrated that priority bidding can still secure buyers in this more disciplined market.
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The Luxurious All-Inclusive Hotels Defying Dining Expectations Across the U.S.
26 June 2026
From California to Tennessee, these five-star retreats are making all-inclusive dining feel less like a compromise and more like the reason to book.
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In the Icelandic Pavilion, Ásta Fanney Sigurðardóttir’s Mythmaking Takes Its Most Fluid Form
26 June 2026
"Imagination is such a source of intense power, and we can use it as a starting point to create a new world. I really fiercely believe that," the artist told Observer.
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One Fine Show: “Sophie Calle, Something Missing?” at the Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
26 June 2026
Across several disparate bodies of work, the artist returns to the same question: what is lost, and what remains, when an image stands in for an experience.
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How to Solve the Art World’s Courage Problem
26 June 2026
Art, says dealer Georges Bergès, belongs to only one world—the one we all wake up in—and it was never meant to be elitist, exclusionary or as harsh and judgmental as it has become.
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From Mexico City to Kensington Gardens: Inside the 2026 Serpentine Summer Party
25 June 2026
The gallery's annual June fête gathered its usual improbable mix of high-profile artists, actors, designers and arts patrons.
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Inside the Business of Prints, Multiples and Editions
25 June 2026
To demystify this fast-growing corner of the market, Observer spoke with more than a dozen galleries, publishers and artists in New York and Los Angeles.
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The World Cup Is Testing a Core Assumption of the Streaming Era
25 June 2026
Eventbrite’s Andrea Parodi examines what early 2026 World Cup event data reveals about a broader shift in consumer behavior. In an era dominated by personalization, he posits, synchronized cultural moments have become powerful drivers of community building and economic activity.
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The 2026 Mercedes AMG CLE 53 Cabriolet: Built for the Drive, Not the Destination
25 June 2026
This hybrid coupe sits above both the C-Class and E-Class in Mercedes-Benz's lineup, with a starting price of more than $84,000.
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28 June 2026
United Kingdom - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the United Kingdom section on Le Monde.fr.
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UK's King Charles breaks precedent, revealing £30 million paid in personal taxes since 2022
26 June 2026
Disclosures by Buckingham Palace on Thursday showed the Sovereign Grant, the core funding of the monarchy, will be set at £99.9 million ($131.7 million) a year in 2027-28.
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Europe moves toward a shared approach to Channel crossings
23 June 2026
As the Franco-British 'One in, one out' migration deal is set to expire in October, the European Commission has unveiled an action plan that France sees as recognition of Channel crossings as a European issue.
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Ten years after Brexit, UK and Europe struggle to revive relations
23 June 2026
On June 23, 2016, Britons voted to leave the European Union. When elected in 2024, Keir Starmer, who resigned as MP yesterday, vowed to strengthen ties with Brussels. Yet, after two years, efforts to rebuild the relationship have produced only limited results.
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'10th anniversary of Brexit referendum marks event long thought impossible in the UK: The rise of the far right'
23 June 2026
Widespread discontent over immigration policy, which fueled the 2016 vote to leave the European Union, is now driving a surge in nationalist identity and benefiting Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, notes Le Monde's Philippe Bernard in his column.
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Ten years after MP Jo Cox's assassination, 'lessons have not been learned' in the UK
23 June 2026
On June 16, 2016, Labour MP Jo Cox was killed by a neo-Nazi and white supremacist. Tributes to her memory have multiplied, especially from her younger sister, who took up her work and was elected in the same constituency.
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Ten years after Brexit, the City of London financial district is stronger than ever
23 June 2026
When the UK left the EU following the referendum on June 23, 2016, the City of London financial district had to relinquish some of its activities that were focused on the European market. But it has since bounced back, recording strong growth in insurance and fintech.
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After UK PM Keir Starmer's resignation, Andy Burnham could take over by mid-July
22 June 2026
Less than two years after his victory in the July 2024 elections, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced his resignation on Monday, June 22. Andy Burnham, elected MP for Makerfield on Friday, has emerged as the clear favorite to succeed him.
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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
22 June 2026
The British prime minister made the statement outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, saying he would remain in power until a successor was chosen.
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Ten years after Brexit, Britons want closer ties to the EU
22 June 2026
According to a survey by the European Council on Foreign Relations, British voters, disappointed by the 'negative impact' of leaving the EU, stand ready to accept the restoration of freedom of movement between the UK and Europe.
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UK's Starmer reportedly set to quit as Labour rival sworn in as MP
22 June 2026
After resisting calls for his resignation for months, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer could be stepping down as soon as Monday, according to UK media. If Starmer leaves office, Britain will get its seventh prime minister in a decade.
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28 June 2026
Europe - Discover all the articles, videos and infographics in the Europe section on Le Monde.fr.
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'Their mouths, eyes, hands, were taped and they were thrown into the hole': Russian soldiers confront Putin with reality of front lines
28 June 2026
A Russian exile media outlet has analyzed nearly 7,000 letters from Russian soldiers and their families to the Kremlin thanks to a security flaw.
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Israel government recognizes Armenian genocide in rebuke to Turkey
28 June 2026
Successive Israeli governments had avoided formally recognizing the Armenian genocide, in part to preserve relations with Turkey, once one of Israel's closest strategic partners in the region.
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France counts 74 drowning deaths since June 18 amid record-breaking heatwave
28 June 2026
Much of western Europe has been baking under a 'heat dome' this week, and the extreme conditions have come earlier than is usual this summer.
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From a Russian prison to a European music festival, the escape of a young anti-Putin singer
27 June 2026
On June 12, artist Diana Loginova performed among the stars of Russia's dissident music scene at the Outloud festival in Warsaw. She took to the stage after managing to escape from Russia. In 2025, she was in prison for singing songs condemned by the Kremlin.
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In Ukraine, those who leave and those who stay: Life on hold in Sloviansk and Kramatorsk
27 June 2026
'Donbas: War of Attrition' (2/2). In this industrial region, 80% of which is occupied by Russian troops, the cities of Sloviansk and Kramatorsk have become the heart of the Ukrainian defensive system. Some of their residents choose to flee to safer areas. Others try to survive as best they can.
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In Germany, debate heats up over mandatory pension fund component
27 June 2026
A panel of experts recommends changes to the pension funding system by drawing inspiration from Sweden's model and by gradually increasing years of contributions. Unions have immediately criticized the proposal.
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Russia-annexed Crimea declares 'emergency' amid Ukraine strikes and closes the beach season
27 June 2026
Announcement comes amid fuel shortages and power cuts triggered by the Ukrainian attacks on logistics chains and oil facilities across Crimea, the rest of Russian-occupied Ukraine and southern Russia.
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Pope Leo XIV to hold mass for 500,000 on Paris's Champs-Elysées in September
26 June 2026
The September 25-28 papal travel will mark the first state visit to France by a pope in 18 years, with stops planned in Lourdes and Metz after Paris.
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EU hits France's Sanofi with flu vaccine antitrust probe
26 June 2026
The investigation centers on how the firm marketed an enhanced flu vaccine, offered under the brand name Efluelda and designed to provide greater protection for people over 60.
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Ukraine's Donbas rear area, from Sloviansk to Kramatorsk, is under constant Russian pressure
26 June 2026
'Donbas: The War of Attrition' (1/2). Just a few kilometers from one of Ukraine's fiercest fronts, these two cities are under drone strikes that make residents' lives very difficult. Both civilians and soldiers fear the bombings will intensify.
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