Microsoft blames the European Union for the recent huge computer outage

Up to 8.5 million Windows devices were affected by Friday's IT outage after Crowdstrike's antivirus update went awry. Microsoft says the European Union is to blame for the world's biggest IT outage on Friday following a faulty security update, writes Euronews.

France is ready for the Olympics, President Emmanuel Macron

President Emmanuel Macron visited the Olympic village on Monday. An important part of the athletes and Olympic delegations arrived here. Meanwhile, a far-left MP claims that Israeli athletes are not welcome in Paris and demands that they participate under a neutral flag. Kremlin criticizes the fact that not all Russian journalists were accredited to follow the Olympic Games in France, RFI reports.

Russian lawmakers demand punishment for troops using smartphones in Ukraine war

Russia's lower house of Parliament, the Duma, has proposed disciplinary detention for up to 10 days for troops using devices with camera and geolocation functions in combat zones such as Ukraine, Russia's TASS state news agency reported.

Kamala Harris secures enough delegates to become presumptive nominee for the 2024 presidential elections

Vice President Kamala Harris has secured commitments from enough delegates to become the presumptive Democratic nominee for president if they all honor their commitment when voting, according to ABC News' reporting.

Poland warns Europe to prepare for ‘change’ in US ties

Poland's foreign minister has warned European allies they need to prepare for a "change" in the transatlantic relationship and start spending more on defense — no matter who's elected U.S. president in November.In comments shared exclusively with POLITICO, Radek Sikorski said he believed that the United States would remain a "strategic partner" for the European Union regardless of who wins the U.S. presidential race.

Ukraine Receives New Patriot System from Germany for Defense

Ukraine has received an additional Patriot air defence system from Germany. The announcement was made by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who stated that this bolsters Ukraine's air defence against Russian attacks.

Water Supply Restrictions Impact 449 Romanian Localities

The water supply to the population in Romania is provided with restrictions by water operators, specifically during certain time intervals, for 449 localities.

Houthi Missile Attack on Eilat Escalates Regional Conflict

Israel announced that its air defence system intercepted a surface-to-surface missile launched from Yemen on Sunday.

German Citizen Rico Krieger Sentenced to Death in Belarus

A German citizen, Rico Krieger, has been sentenced to death in Belarus. This information was confirmed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Germany, reports Meduza.

Zelensky Calls for Long-Range Arms as Russia Hits Kiev Again

Ukraine requires long-range weapons to protect its cities and frontline troops from Russian bombs and drones, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated on Sunday, following a large-scale Russian drone and missile attack overnight, according to Reuters.

Barcelona Hikes Tourist Tax for Short-Stay Cruises

Barcelona is set to increase the tourist tax levied on cruise ship passengers making brief visits (under 12 hours), according to a mayoral interview published on Sunday by Reuters.

Pressure Mounts on Biden: Who Could Replace Him?

At least 30 Democrats in the House of Representatives, three senators, and several key donors—including actor George Clooney—have urged Joe Biden to withdraw from the race for a new term as President of the United States, following his poor performance in the debate with Donald Trump at the end of June.