UN’s International Criminal Court Says It ‘Strongly Rejects’ New US Sanctions

UN-backed ICC said that it “strongly rejects” the sanctions imposed on four of its judges by the U.S. govt., calling for Trump admin to reverse course.

US, China Clash at UN Meeting Over Panama Canal

U.S. ambassador said China’s influence around the Panama Canal could threaten global trade and security, while Chinese ambassador denied accusation.
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US-Backed Transit Route Set to Reshuffle South Caucasus Trade, Geopolitics

Armenia and Azerbaijan signed a U.S.-backed joint declaration aimed at ending their conflict and for a U.S.-developed regional transit corridor.

Dozens of Aftershocks Reported After 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Russian Coast

Aftershocks hit northern Pacific Ocean along coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula following 8.8 magnitude earthquake triggering tsunami warnings across the Pacific.

Trump Accuses Spain of Wanting NATO ‘Free Ride’, Makes Trade Threat

Trump accused Spain of wanting a “free ride” after it refused to agree to the 5 percent of GDP defense spending target set at the NATO summit.

NATO Members Endorse 5 Percent Defense Spending Target

NATO members endorsed a defense spending target of 5% of GDP by 2035, with 3.5% used for core defense, such as troops, weapons, and equipment.

Carney, Trump to Hold Bilateral Talks Monday as G7 Summit Kicks Off in Alberta

Prime Minister Carney and U.S. President Trump are scheduled to meet Monday morning ahead of the formal G7 leaders’ session in Kananaskis, Alberta.

No Climate, No Gender: Canada’s G7 Summit Agenda Shows Shift in Priorities

This year’s G7 Summit agenda reflects a change influenced by Trump’s return to the White House and a renewed focus on the G7’s original mission, experts say.