U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov held a phone conversation described by the Russian Foreign Ministry as constructive and pragmatic. The two officials discussed international politics, the state of U.S.-Russian relations, and potential future bilateral contacts.
Following Morocco's World Cup victory over Canada, police intervened in The Hague's Schilderswijk neighborhood due to civil unrest. Mayor Jan van Zanen issued an emergency order for parts of the district shortly after 11:00 PM to restore order.
Mexico City is implementing safety measures to manage large crowds during the World Cup match between Mexico and England. These precautions follow a tragic incident where four people died due to overcrowding during celebrations after the team's victory against Ecuador.
Fans of the Moroccan national football team took to the streets in various cities across the Netherlands to celebrate their victory over Canada. Large crowds gathered in multiple locations, including Amsterdam, to mark the win.
Former Dutch minister Jo Ritzen argues that the emphasis on higher education has failed to create equality and instead widened social divides. He contends that his generation's policies resulted in a system where highly educated individuals primarily create career opportunities for themselves.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has declared that Ukraine has gained control over the Black Sea. He described the achievement as a victory that many had previously considered impossible.