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German army chief warns of potential Russian attack on NATO; US becomes top oil exporter

German army chief warns of potential Russian attack on NATO; US becomes top oil exporter

German Army Chief Christian Freuding reiterated warnings of a potential Russian attack on NATO by 2029, as Germany boosts defense. The US became the top oil exporter, while Ukraine's human rights commissioner explained his meeting with a Russian counterpart, and law enforcement r

German Army Chief Christian Freuding has again warned that Russia could attack NATO countries by 2029 or potentially sooner, prompting Germany to accelerate weapon production and enhance army provisions. Concurrently, the United States has emerged as the world's leading oil exporter, surpassing Saudi Arabia and Russia, a development reportedly influenced by a US-Iran conflict that has limited Saudi exports since February 2026. In Ukraine, Human Rights Commissioner Dmytro Lubinets clarified that his initial meeting with Russian ombudsman Yana Lantratova prioritized establishing dialogue for future results, rather than immediately addressing her alleged involvement in child deportations from Kherson. Ukrainian law enforcement has also documented six instances this year where Russian special services reportedly recruited underage girls for contract killings of Ukrainian military personnel.

Sources: Українська правда, Громадське, Радіо Свобода

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Gordie Howe International Bridge opening postponed indefinitely

Gordie Howe International Bridge opening postponed indefinitely

The inauguration of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Canada and the United States, has been postponed indefinitely, despite earlier expectations for its opening this week.

The inauguration of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, a new cross-border route between Canada and the United States, has been postponed indefinitely. The delay was announced on Thursday, June 11, despite Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's earlier indication that the bridge would open this week. Officials from both countries agreed to defer the launch, with Chuck Andary, head of the Windsor-Detroit Bridge Authority, stating they are "taking the necessary time to resolve outstanding issues." The project, designed to enhance trade and travel between the two nations, has previously faced criticism from former US President Donald Trump.

Sources: Le Monde — International

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