A US Air Force bomber crashed near Los Angeles shortly after departing from Edwards Air Force Base. Authorities believe all eight crew members on board were killed, stating that the accident was not survivable.
Sweden, Norway, and Canada have announced a new support package for Ukraine. The announcement was made by Swedish Defense Minister Pål Jonson ahead of a NATO defense ministers' meeting in Brussels.
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius announced that two naval vessels are currently traveling through the Suez Canal toward the Strait of Hormuz for a potential mission. The statement was made during a gathering of NATO defense ministers in Brussels.
Schiphol Airport is warning travelers of long queues this summer caused by technical issues with the new Entry/Exit System (EES). The airport described the current situation as unsustainable, noting that the system's teething problems are creating delays throughout the terminal.
The World Meteorological Organization reports that climate change impacts, including severe floods and droughts, affected over 13 million people in Africa last year and caused more than 3,000 deaths. Additionally, the organization notes that rising temperatures have caused the continent's glaciers to nearly disappear.
A by-election is currently underway in an English district located between Manchester and Liverpool to elect a new Member of Parliament. The election is drawing significant attention due to the involvement of high-profile political figures. Polling stations will remain open until 11:00 PM local time.