Abroad news today

Here are some of the top news stories from around the world today:

International

  1. North Korea-US Talks: The US and North Korea have agreed to resume nuclear talks in July, after a year-long stalemate. The talks will focus on denuclearization and sanctions relief.
  2. Iran-US Tensions: The US has imposed new sanctions on Iran, targeting its supreme leader and other top officials. Iran has vowed to retaliate, amid rising tensions between the two countries.
  3. UK-EU Brexit Talks: The UK and EU have agreed to extend the Brexit transition period until October 31, to give more time for negotiations on a trade deal.

Asia

  1. China-Hong Kong Protests: Pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong have clashed with police, as the city's government pushes ahead with a controversial extradition bill.
  2. India-Pakistan Tensions: India and Pakistan have accused each other of violating a ceasefire agreement along their disputed border, amid rising tensions between the two countries.
  3. Japan-Russia Islands Dispute: Japan and Russia have agreed to hold talks on a long-standing dispute over a group of islands in the Pacific.

Europe

  1. France-Germany EU Presidency: France and Germany have agreed to share the EU presidency for the next six months, amid growing concerns over the bloc's future.
  2. Italy-EU Budget Dispute: Italy's government has refused to back down on its budget plans, despite warnings from the EU that they violate fiscal rules.
  3. Spain-Catalonia Independence: The Spanish government has arrested several Catalan separatist leaders, amid a crackdown on independence protests in the region.

Americas

  1. US-Mexico Trade Deal: The US and Mexico have agreed to a new trade deal, replacing the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA).
  2. Brazil-Russia Military Deal: Brazil and Russia have signed a military cooperation agreement, amid growing tensions between the US and Russia.
  3. Canada-US Trade Dispute: The US has imposed tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel, amid a dispute over trade and national security.

Africa

  1. South Africa-Economic Crisis: South Africa's economy is facing a crisis, with the country's currency plummeting and inflation soaring.
  2. Ethiopia-Eritrea Peace Deal: Ethiopia and Eritrea have signed a peace deal, ending a decades-long conflict between the two countries.
  3. Nigeria-Boko Haram Insurgency: The Nigerian military has launched a new offensive against Boko Haram insurgents in the country's northeast.

These are just a few of the top news stories from around the world today. Stay informed and stay safe!