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News diary 7-13 July: 7/7 bombings 20th anniversary, Netanyahu at White House, Macron state visit to UK

A look ahead at the key events leading the news agenda next week, from the team at Foresight News. Leading the week Monday (July 7): St Paul’s service to mark the 20th anniversary of the 7/7 London bombings; Donald Trump hosts Benjamin Netanyahu at the …

Chisinau Hosts “Money in Politics 2025” Conference: Regional Dialogue on Democracy in the Digital Age

Chisinau will host the 2025 edition of the regional conference “Money in Politics” on July 8 and 9, bringing together more than 30 experts, government officials, election administrators, and international development partners. Held under the title “Money, …

Lithuania to look into nuclear energy options

Friday, 4 July 2025 The Lithuanian government has decided to establish a working group to report on nuclear energy development opportunities in the country, with small modular reactors seen as a likely option. Ignalina (Image: Amentum) The working group, …

Palace heartened by Lithuania’s appreciation of Marcos’ stance on WPS

Malacañang on Friday welcomed international recognition from Lithuanian Defense Minister Dovilė Šakalienė for the Marcos administration’s transparency in defending Philippine sovereignty in the West Philippine Sea (WPS). “We thank Lithuania and Defense …

Lithuanian parliament committee urges Defence Minister to reinstate intelligence chief

Lithuania Reaffirms Strong Commitment To NATO's Collective Defense

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 4. The NATO Force Integration Unit (NFIU) in Lithuania celebrates its 10th anniversary since its establishment on September 1, 2015, as a critical link in strengthening collective defense in the Baltic Sea …

Lithuania Secures GROM Missile Systems To Upgrade Air Defense

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, July 4. As part of its ongoing commitment to modernizing its armed forces, Lithuania has strengthened its air defense capabilities with the recent delivery of GROM man-portable air-defense systems (MANPADS), …

Lithuania sees China disinfo threat in Philippines as mirror of Russia problem

MANILA, Philippines — From thousands of miles away, Lithuania is offering to help the Philippines confront a rising tide of cyber threats and disinformation on the West Philippine Sea — warning that tactics used in favor of Beijing mirror the same …

SUWALKI CORRIDOR NATO’S ULTIMATE STRESS TEST

Members of the Royal Welsh Regiment as part of the NATO Enhanced Forward Presence in Estonia © NATO Tucked away in the quiet, rolling hills and thick forests of northeastern Poland, the Suwałki Gap – also known as the Suwałki Corridor – isn’t a place that …

Lithuania plans memorial for fallen US troops as president bestows awards

Minister Lipavský Welcomed Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže in Prague

On Thursday, 3 July 2025, Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže visited Prague for the first time on a working visit. Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský discussed with her the current security developments in Europe, the involvement of Czech troops in the  …

Mullen Continues Talks with Baltic Allies in Lithuania

WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES 10.21.2008 Courtesy Story The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff met with officials here today as he continued to reaffirm America’s commitment to the collective defense of NATO during meetings with allies in the Baltic …

Lithuania’s ambassador Audra Plepytė praises cooperation between Trump and Baltics in departing interview

While much of Europe faces uncertainty regarding its relationship to the United States, Lithuania’s Ambassador to the U.S., Audra Plepytė, argued that Vilnius has remained one of Washington’s closest allies. In her final interview with an American outlet …

Low turnout and an unfair voting system: UK elections ranked in the bottom half of countries in Europe

The UK has historically been held up as leading democracy with free and fair elections. However, our new report shows election quality in the UK is now ranked in the bottom half of countries in Europe. The Global Electoral Integrity Report provides scores …

How Nato’s rising security budget is good news for Indian defence manufacturing

The 2025 Nato Summit, which took place in The Hague on June 24-25, brought together representatives of all 32-member nations of the alliance. On top of the agenda was an agreement to increase national security expenditure to 5 per cent of GDP by 2035, with …

Joint EU debt for defense is the way to go, says Lithuanian central bank chief

He pointed to the continent’s struggling automotive industry as a possible beneficiary of more military investment. It is “more than prepared to satisfy the increased defense spending” by producing the necessary equipment.  Šimkus said that issuing EU …

Deputy Minister Alvin Botes: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable House Chairperson, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African Foreign …

Higher NATO Pledge Compounds Europe’s Fiscal Consolidation Challenges

NATO members’ pledge to increase defence spending to 5% of GDP by 2035 underscores how such costs are compounding European sovereigns’ fiscal challenges, Fitch Ratings says. We still think that the higher NATO target, announced on 25 June, is unlikely, on …

Three politicians vie for Lithuanian Liberal Movement leadership

Minister Julien Paluku Accelerates President Tshisekedi’s Vision through U.S.–DRC Mineral Partnership and AGOA Renewal

HUNTERSVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- H.E. Julien Paluku, the Minister of Foreign Trade of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is proud to submit this testimony for the Annual Review of the Eligibility of Sub- …

Dalai Lama’s 90th: A Global Celebration of Compassion, Peace, and Wisdom

Real-Time Content, Celebrity Wishes, Stories and Media Access Begins July 5th WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 6, millions worldwide will unite in celebration of His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama — a …

Azerbaijan shows ‘flagrant disregard’ for international law, CSI tells UN

CSI again urges Human Rights Council to appoint special rapporteur for Nagorno Karabakh GENEVA, GE, SWITZERLAND, July 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the nearly 22 months since Azerbaijan expelled 120,000 ethnic Armenians from their homeland in …

OSCE welcomes the adoption of the Strategy for Integrated Border Management 2025–2029

SARAJEVO, 04 July 2025 - The OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) welcomes the adoption of the Strategy for Integrated Border Management 2025–2029 and its accompanying Action Plan at yesterday’s BiH Council of Ministers session. This important …

OSCE training on arms control enhances border security in Turkmenistan

An OSCE-organized training course on Combatting Illicit Trafficking of Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW), Conventional Ammunition (CA) and Explosives took place from 1 to 4 July 2025 in Ashgabat. The OSCE Centre in Ashgabat, in close co-operation with …

Washington State Bowling Proprietors Association Releases 2025 End of Legislative Session Report

The Washington State Bowling Proprietors Association (WSBPA) announced the release of its comprehensive 2025 End of Legislative Session Report, SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Washington State Bowling …

CALDA Files Federal Lawsuit to Block Texas’ SB 17 — A New Land Ban Alleged to Target Chinese Americans

Lawsuit seeks to strike down SB 17, citing historic parallels to exclusionary land laws from the 1890s HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Chinese American Legal Defense Alliance (CALDA), a non-profit organization …

OSCE Secretary General concludes visit to Paris

PARIS, 3 July 2025 — OSCE Secretary General Feridun H. Sinirlioğlu concluded his official visit to Paris where he met with Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs, Jean-Noël Barrot, and other high-level officials at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and at …

A Game-Changer for US Medical Manufacturing - AMMA Welcomes Final Passage of the 'One Big Beautiful Bill'

These changes ensure that America meets its needs domestically for masks, gloves, gowns, ventilators, and essential medical devices. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Medical Manufacturers Association (AMMA) …

Congress Passes H.R. 1, Delivering Major Support for Federal Law Enforcement and Thomson Federal Prison

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Congress has passed H.R. 1, a significant legislative package aimed at strengthening federal law enforcement, with a focus on addressing the staffing crisis at Thomson Federal Prison …

Liberland Announces July 2025 Congressional Election Results

Seven Global Leaders Elected Through Blockchain-Based Democratic System LIBERLAND, SERBIA, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Free Republic of Liberland today announced the results of its fourth Congressional Election, conducted entirely …

SlapBak Drops the Mic with 'It’s Only America' — The Protest Anthem of a Generation

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a cultural moment where shouting often replaces listening and ideology overshadows empathy, SlapBak frontman Jara Harris is making noise for all the right reasons. The band’s …

OSCE Ambassadors reaffirm unwavering support to Ukraine during visit to Kyiv

KYIV, 3 JULY 2025 – A delegation of Ambassadors from OSCE participating States concluded a visit to Kyiv yesterday, reaffirming their steadfast support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggression. Co-hosted by the Finnish OSCE Chairpersonship and …

Siila Watt-Cloutier Offers Radical Hope in a New Podcast Series

VANCOUVER, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Pacific Institute for Climate Solutions (PICS) at the University of Victoria is proud to present A Radical Act of Hope, a new podcast featuring the story of Inuk climate …

PATG Creates Advisory Board to Guide Critical Tax, Economic Policies for Family Offices, Successful Family Businesses

Five Member Group Offers Private Equity, Entrepreneur, and Legal Insights WASHINGTON , DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Policy and Taxation Group, advocates on Capitol Hill for family offices and successful family-owned …

Georgia Celebrates Third Year of Muslim American Heritage Month, Leading National Recognition

Voices of Muslims (VoM) continues advocacy as Georgia sets precedent for nationwide Muslim American heritage recognition ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Georgia marks its third consecutive year celebrating Muslim …

CSR Europe Welcomes New Board and Reaffirms its Commitment to Turning Sustainability into Value at 2025 General Assembly

A new leadership cycle begins as members, policymakers, and partners align on the path from compliance to competitiveness. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the face of regulatory complexity, shifting global ESG narratives …

CSI Backs Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh in DC

Eibner Joins Swiss Parliamentarians and ex-Armenian Foreign Minister for Congressional Briefing WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Next week, CSI’s President John Eibner will join two Swiss members of parliament - …

Israel at War: Regional Reverberations and Political Fallout

Dr. Yoel Guzansky, associate fellow at MEI and senior research fellow at Israel’s Institute for National Security Studies, joins hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj to unpack the military and political implications of Israel’s 12-day war with Iran. In …

EU EXTERNAL PARTNERS: UNHCR calls for urgent funding for refugees in Egypt ― EU co-operation with ‘dodgy’ Libyan ...

|Published on: 3rd July 2025|Categories: News| The United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR) has issued an urgent appeal for increased international funding to support the rising number of refugees in Egypt. European Commissioner for Internal Affairs and …