A rocket attack on Baghdad International Airport has injured five people, including airport employees, security guards, and an engineer. The facility is also the site of a U.S. diplomatic post.
Japan and the United States have conducted a joint currency market intervention for the first time in fifteen years to address the yen reaching a forty-year low. This measure was taken after the Japanese currency experienced a significant decline last week.
The band Massive Attack has expressed disappointment and surprise after Singaporean authorities detained them and imposed an entry ban following pro-Palestinian statements made during a performance. The group criticized the local authorities' response to their remarks during the concert.
The annual Pride church service was held at the Keizersgrachtkerk in Amsterdam, featuring guest speaker Bishop Gene Robinson. The event highlighted ongoing concerns regarding LGBTQ+ rights and safety, reflecting on Robinson's personal experiences with threats as a gay bishop and the broader challenges faced by the queer community today.
A racist banner appeared along a highway near Ghent, Belgium, referencing a recent statement made by Dutch artist Sophie Straat. The incident has caused public outcry due to the discriminatory message displayed on the sign.
