In today's latest world news on June 2nd, notable developments focus on Russia launching a large-scale missile attack on Ukraine, President Donald Trump's optimism about reaching an agreement with Iran, Russia accusing France and the UK of "piracy" after the seizure of a cargo ship, the US revising its tariff policy on imports, and the World Health Organization (WHO) noting positive signs in the fight against the Ebola epidemic in Congo.
Russia launches large-scale missile attack on Ukraine.
In the early hours of June 2nd, Russia launched a large-scale air attack targeting several Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv, using missiles and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
According to Ukrainian officials, at least six people were killed and 46 injured nationwide. The city of Dnipro suffered the most damage, with many residential buildings hit by missiles and drones. Dnipropetrovsk regional governor Oleksandr Hanzha said at least five people died and 16 were injured.
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In Kharkiv, attacks on several districts reportedly damaged residential buildings, vehicles, and administrative structures. At least 10 people were injured.
In Kyiv, a series of explosions occurred overnight, causing power outages in many areas. Part of a nine-story building in the Podilskyi district collapsed after a double attack, while numerous fires broke out in residential areas and commercial establishments.
The attack took place amid escalating tensions in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, while diplomatic efforts have yet to achieve any significant breakthrough.
Trump is optimistic about a deal with Iran.
President Donald Trump said on June 1 that he believed an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and extend the ceasefire with Iran could be reached "next week." Speaking to ABC News, Trump said there were still some issues to be finalized before an agreement could be reached, but affirmed that negotiations were on track.
US President Donald Trump. (Photo: AP)
Trump also revealed that he intervened to prevent Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu from launching a major attack on Beirut, Lebanon. According to sources, the phone call between the two leaders was quite tense, as Washington was concerned that Israel's military campaign could affect the negotiation process with Tehran.
Meanwhile, diplomatic sources said the U.S. has resumed talks with Iran after Hezbollah expressed willingness to consider a ceasefire proposal brokered by Washington.
Russia accuses France and Britain of acting like "pirates".
On June 1, Russia accused France and Britain of "piracy" after the navies of the two countries intercepted and escorted the cargo ship Tagor, which was en route from Murmansk to Cameroon.
According to Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova, the ship was intercepted in international waters more than 400 nautical miles off the coast of Brittany, France. Zakharova stated that forcing the ship to change its course and return to a foreign port is a violation of international maritime law.
Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova. (Photo: Getty Images)
France had previously stated that the Tagor was operating under a "false flag" and cited the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea to justify the inspection. Moscow rejected this argument and warned that similar actions could set a dangerous precedent for international maritime transport.
President Trump signed an executive order revising tariffs on certain imported goods.
The White House announced that President Donald Trump has signed an executive order adjusting tariffs on certain imported goods that use steel and aluminum. Under the new order, tariffs on some agricultural equipment will be reduced from 25% to 15%.
Mobile industrial equipment such as bulldozers and forklifts also enjoy similar preferential tax rates if imported from countries with appropriate trade agreements.
Additionally, foreign companies may be eligible for a preferential 10% tariff if at least 85% of the steel or aluminum used in their products is melted, refined, and cast in the United States. According to the White House, these measures will remain in effect until 2027 to encourage investment and boost the recovery of domestic industrial production capacity.
WHO notes positive signs in the fight against Ebola in Congo.
World Health Organization (WHO) Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced on June 1 that five patients had recovered after being infected with the Ebola Bundibugyo strain in the city of Bunia, eastern Congo.
Speaking at the opening ceremony of the new Ebola treatment center in Bunia, Tedros said that four patients were discharged on June 1st, while another had recovered earlier.
According to the WHO, as of May 29th, 134 cases of Ebola had been recorded in Congo and Uganda, including 18 deaths. Health experts say there is currently no approved vaccine or specific treatment for the Bundibugyo strain. However, symptomatic treatment and early detection are helping to increase survival rates.
The WHO also urged people to proactively seek medical attention when they experience suspected symptoms in order to limit the risk of spreading the disease.
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