Top 10 world news: Swiss Peace Summit; Kate's public appearance; T20 World Cup 2024 updates; and more
Top 10 world news
Leaders from over 100 countries and international organisations gathered in Switzerland for the Swiss Peace Summit - a conference is underway to establish a framework for peace between Ukraine and Russia. In another world news Sweden'sprime minister Ulf Kristersson said that a European Union diplomat and a second Swede, held in captivity in Iran, have been freed and are on their way home.
In a major development for the British Royal Family, Britain's Catherine, Princess of Wales, made her first public appearance since cancer diagnosis.
In sports, the T20 World Cup match between India and Canada was called off due to wet ground conditions. Click Here to get all the latest sports-related information.
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Global leaders gather in Switzerland to pave way for Russia-Ukraine peace
A conference is being held in Switzerland aimed at establishing a framework for peace between Ukraine and Russia. The Swiss Peace Summit drew leaders and representatives from over 100 countries and international organisations.
EU diplomat Johan Floderus freed as Sweden and Iran swap prisoners
Sweden Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson said in a statement on Saturday (Jun 15) that a European Union diplomat and a second Swede, held in captivity in Iran, have been freed and are on their way home.
T20 World Cup 2024: India vs Canada Group A match called off due to wet outfield in Lauderhill
The Group A fixture between India and Canada was called off due to wet ground conditions on Saturday (June 15) in Lauderhill, USA. With that, both team shared one-point each as India and USA advanced to knockout stage.
Kate Middleton makes first public appearance since cancer diagnosis
Kate Middleton, after her cancer diagnosis, was spotted for the first time on the morning of Trooping the Colour along with other royal family members on Saturday (June 15). Kate was pictured in a car with her husband, Prince William, and their three children.
Uttarakhand accident: At least 14 killed, 12 injured as tempo traveller falls into Alaknanda river
Fourteen people were killed and twelve others injured when a tempo traveller plunged into the Alaknanda River in India's Uttarakhand state on Saturday (June 15), according to reports. The tragic event is said to have likely happened because of a blind turn following which the driver lost control of the vehicle.
'Deaths happen within 48 hours': Rare flesh-eating bacteria spreads in Japan
Japan is currently witnessing a sharp rise in a disease caused by a rare "flesh-eating bacteria", Bloomberg reported on Saturday (Jun 15). The bacteria can kill people within 48 hours. It has been spreading after the country relaxed Covid-era restrictions.
Euro 2024: Duah, Aebischer help Switzerland sink Hungary to kick start tournament on winning note
Switzerland made a flying start at Euro 2024 as Kwadwo Duah and Michel Aebischer scored their first international goals in a 3-1 win against Hungary on Saturday.
Kenyan judge dies after courtroom shooting
A magistrate in Kenya who was shot by a police officer as she presided over a court session has died, the country’s chief justice, Martha Koome, announced on Saturday.
Russian SU-24 bomber briefly violates Swedish airspace
Sweden's military said on Saturday (Jun 15) that a Russian SU-24 bomber briefly violated Swedish airspace on Friday near the strategic Baltic Sea island of Gotland, which is located less than 350 kilometres (217 miles) from the Russian exclave of Kaliningrad.
Viral video: Italian PM Meloni allegedly rolls eyes at Macron as tensions flare over G7 communique
A video of Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni allegedly rolling her eyes at French President Emmanuel Macron at the G7 summit in Italy has taken social media by storm.
