PARIS, France – July 6, 2026 (AFP) – Here are the top breaking world events occurring at this moment, reported wire-style:
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KYIV, Ukraine – Russia launched a renewed barrage of missiles and drones targeting Ukraine’s capital early Monday, killing at least 11 people and injuring dozens in a significant escalation just hours before a critical NATO summit. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has intensified calls for Western partners to bolster the nation’s air defenses.
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TEHRAN, Iran – The funeral procession for former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is underway in Tehran, drawing massive crowds. Concurrently, Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz issued a stark warning, stating that any Iranian leader who attempts to pursue plans for Israel’s destruction would be “eliminated,” linking Khamenei’s demise to Israeli action.
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ANKARA, Turkey – Leaders of NATO member states are converging in Ankara for a highly anticipated summit, set to begin on July 7-8. The gathering is expected to focus on strengthening collective defense, increasing support for Ukraine, and navigating internal alliance tensions amid the ongoing conflict with Russia and evolving geopolitical challenges.
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MANILA, Philippines – The impeachment trial of Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte officially commenced in the Senate today, July 6, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s political landscape. The proceedings follow a deepening rift between Duterte and President Ferdinand Marcos Jr., and come amidst legal pressures on her father, former President Rodrigo Duterte.
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BEIJING, China – Global stability in the context of US-China relations is the central theme at the 14th World Peace Forum in Beijing. Experts and scholars are engaged in discussions, exploring concepts ranging from “constructive strategic stability” to “competitive coexistence” as both nations navigate a fragmented international order.
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STRASBOURG, France – Millions of euros worth of jewelry were stolen from the Lalique museum in Wingen-sur-Moder, northeastern France, in a daring early-morning raid on Sunday. This incident follows a similar high-profile heist at the Louvre Museum just months prior, raising concerns over security at French cultural institutions.
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WASHINGTON D.C., United States – A severe and prolonged heatwave continues to grip large swaths of the United States, with at least 25 reported fatalities. New Jersey officials attribute 22 deaths in the state to the extreme temperatures, as millions remain under heat advisories.
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NEW DELHI, India – India is taking a prominent role in international forums today, hosting a two-day BRICS Heads of Anti-Drug Agencies meeting in Guwahati and leading the Indian delegation at the inaugural United Nations’ Global Dialogue on AI Governance in Geneva. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is also embarking on a multi-nation diplomatic tour.
