Far-right parties have achieved significant gains in the European Union parliamentary elections, resulting in shocking defeats for two of the bloc’s most prominent leaders: French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Olaf Scholz. The National Rally party of Marine Le Pen emerged victorious in France, prompting Macron to dissolve the national parliament and announce new elections. This move poses a political risk for Macron, as his party could face further losses, impacting the remainder of his presidential term until 2027. Le Pen has embraced the challenge with enthusiasm.
Key highlights from the EU Parliament elections in some countries include France, where Macron’s party suffered a major setback to the far right, leading to snap legislative elections. In Italy, Premier Giorgia Meloni is expected to strengthen her party’s influence in the EU, despite its neo-fascist roots.
The UN World Food Program has temporarily halted its aid operations at a US pier in Gaza due to security concerns following a successful Israeli military raid to free hostages, resulting in casualties. The US Agency for International Development is working to resume aid distribution from the pier after a security review.
In Israel, centrist Benny Gantz has resigned from the war Cabinet, citing frustrations with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s handling of the war effort. While Gantz’s departure does not immediately threaten Netanyahu’s position, it increases the Prime Minister’s reliance on far-right allies who oppose a proposed cease-fire.
Former President Donald Trump held a rally in Las Vegas amidst scorching temperatures, with extra measures taken to ensure supporters’ comfort. Meanwhile, Trump is set to undergo a probation interview on Monday as part of the process before his July sentencing in a hush money case.
Hunter Biden’s family has stood by him amidst a public airing of his drug addiction in federal court, with Jill Biden and other family members offering support. The Biden family’s steadfast resolve is evident as Hunter faces trial amid heightened public attention.
Venezuela’s ruling party is testing its organizing efforts ahead of the upcoming presidential election, seeking to secure support for President Nicolás Maduro. The assessment comes as the party faces diminishing electoral victories, prompting a renewed focus on mobilizing voters.
The Boston Celtics defeated the Dallas Mavericks 105-98 in the NBA Finals, taking a 2-0 lead in the series as it heads to Dallas for Game 3. Luka Doncic’s impressive performance for the Mavericks was not enough to secure a victory for his team.
A bill has been passed to rename a New York City subway station in honor of the Stonewall riots, a historic moment in the LGBTQ+ rights movement. The Christopher Street-Sheridan Square subway station will be renamed the Christopher Street-Stonewall National Monument Station, pending approval from Governor Kathy Hochul.
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