Jun 24, 2026, 07:30 PM UTC

An international United Nations commission of inquiry stated on June 23 that Israel is continuing a "genocide" in the Gaza Strip, accusing it of "deliberately targeting" Palestinian children. The commission highlighted that by targeting children, Israel "attacks the very capacity of the Palestinian people to exist," echoing findings from a previous assessment in September 2025. Separately, on June 24, Israeli forces killed a 29-year-old Palestinian man, Mohammed Zayed, during a raid on a house in Al-Yamoun, located in the occupied West Bank. The Palestinian Health Ministry and local sources reported the death, which the Israeli army later confirmed. Sources: Le Monde

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk reiterated Poland's steadfast commitment to supporting Ukraine and preserving European unity, stating this would occur "regardless of circumstances." His remarks followed a meeting in Berlin with leaders from Germany, France, Italy, and the United Kingdom. Tusk emphasized the importance of defending European cohesion during the ongoing conflict and in confrontation with Russia, affirming this commitment would continue into the future. He also announced plans for an upcoming conference to be held in Gdańsk. Sources: Радіо Свобода

France has confirmed its first case of the Ebola virus, identified in a doctor who recently returned from a mission in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This development marks the initial instance of the virus being detected within France's borders. The French Ministry of Health announced the confirmation, highlighting the individual's recent travel history to an affected region. This case is particularly significant as it is reported to be the first confirmed occurrence of Ebola outside the African continent. Public health officials are monitoring the situation and implementing necessary protocols to prevent further spread. Sources: Громадське, France24, Guardian.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez addressed the national parliament in Madrid on June 24, responding to accusations of widespread corruption affecting his government and close associates. Sanchez requested the session to clarify ongoing investigations and legal proceedings. During his speech, he denied the allegations, asserting that "certain political and media actors are trying to mix everything up... to create a feeling of generalised corruption." Opposition members reportedly reacted with laughter during his remarks. The Prime Minister, a prominent left-wing leader in Europe, faces continued scrutiny over these claims.

Sources: Le Monde