NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte met with U.S. President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Wednesday to address Washington's criticism of European allies. Rutte stated that the criticism regarding Europe's willingness to support the U.S. and Israel in a conflict against Iran is only partially justified.
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday afternoon. According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), the tremor occurred at a depth of 13 kilometers and was felt in the capital city of Caracas.
Following a meeting with NATO chief Mark Rutte, U.S. President Donald Trump suggested he would "probably do something" to satisfy Turkey's requests for F-35 fighter jets and components for its KAAN project. The vague promise addresses Ankara's long-standing efforts to acquire the advanced aircraft and propulsion systems for its own military development.
The Trump administration has requested an additional $87.6 billion in funding from the U.S. Congress. Most of the requested budget is intended to address urgent needs related to the war in Iran.
Two divers are missing in Biarritz, France, after a section of a cliff collapsed into the sea on Wednesday evening. The incident occurred while the popular surfing beach was crowded with visitors seeking relief from a heatwave.
Three judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC) have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, challenging sanctions imposed on court staff. They argue that these measures violate United States law.