On 5 June, the European Commission and the High Representative presented an international digital strategy aimed at making the European Union a reliable player in global technological cooperation. In a tense geopolitical context, this strategy aims to support the digital transition of partner countries, promote a rules-based digital order and strengthen the Union's competitiveness. It is based on strengthened partnerships, a technology offer combining public and private investment, and the defence of European values in key areas such as AI, cybersecurity and digital governance.

On 5 June, ministers adopted a position on the revision of air passenger rights. This text, which has been under discussion for 12 years, introduces more than 30 new rights, from ticket purchase to arrival at the destination. Ministers also discussed the update of the roadworthiness package and climate challenges related to transport. On 6 June, they adopted a roadmap for better management of cybersecurity crises and incidents in Europe.

On 3 June, the Court of Justice of the European Union ruled that a parent who is a third-country national cannot be penalised for aiding illegal entry solely on the grounds that they are accompanying their minor child in whose custody they have been granted rights. This decision follows a case involving a woman who arrived in Italy with her daughter and niece, both minors. The Court considers that this is an exercise of parental responsibility and not an offence. It points out that punishing such behaviour would undermine the right to family life and the fundamental rights of children.

Until 12 October, the Ljubljana Biennial of Graphic Arts presents an ambitious and poetic edition entitled 'The Oracle: On Fantasy and Freedom'. Organised by the International Centre for Graphic Arts (MGLC), this 36th edition turns art into a space for imagination, reinvention and transformation. The Biennial poses a central question: how can art be seen as an allied force capable of changing the world?

The Staatliche Museen in Berlin is hosting the exhibition 'Camille Claudel and Bernhard Hoetger Emancipation from Rodin' until 28 September. The two sculptors, Camille Claudel and Bernhard Hoetger, were united by their quest for recognition and their decision to break with the master of French sculpture, Auguste Rodin. This exhibition, comprising 140 objects, including 67 works of art, is an opportunity to discover or rediscover the works of these two artists of the Parisian avant-garde.

The Bachfest is being held in Leipzig from 12 to 22 June. This festival, which began in 1904, celebrates the German composer Johann Sebastian Bach. The programme includes classical music concerts, as well as a virtual reality experience to discover Bach in concert and other activities to bring visitors closer to the famous artist.

The Ravenna Festival is being held until 13 July. Created in 1990, this multidisciplinary event features a programme including music, opera, theatre and dance. Ravenna, with its eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, is transformed into a magnificent open-air stage

From 13 to 15 June, the city of Stockholm will host the O/Modernt Festival. With eclectic performances, contemporary creations and educational projects, O/Modernt develops a lively, playful and human vision of music. The festival combines baroque and rock music, creating a dialogue between the classical and the contemporary.

Until 31 August, the Hayward Gallery in London is hosting an exhibition by Yoshitomo Nara, one of Japan's most iconic contemporary artists. His works span a wide range of media, from painting and drawing to sculpture and large-scale installations. This is Nara's first ever exhibition at a public institution in the United Kingdom.

On 5 June, the European Central Bank cut its three key interest rates by 25 basis points, bringing the deposit facility rate down to 2%. This decision is based on inflation close to the 2% medium-term target, wage moderation and GDP growth estimated at 0.9% in 2025. The institution confirms its commitment to adjust its instruments in line with the data, while standing ready to respond to any threats to price stability.

During his visit to Paris on 5 and 6 June, Brazilian President Lula da Silva called on French President Emmanuel Macron to ratify the trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur. He stressed the importance of finalising this agreement during Brazil's presidency of Mercosur in the second half of the year. He also expressed his wish to sign the agreement by the end of the year and stressed the need for enhanced cooperation between the two parties.

The 9th meeting of the EU-Moldova Association Council was held in Brussels on 4 June, attended by Moldovan Prime Minister Dorin Recean. The meeting focused on bilateral relations between Moldova and the European Union, political dialogue and reforms, cooperation and convergence in the field of foreign and security policy, and economic and sectoral cooperation, particularly in the areas of energy, trade and trade-related issues.

On 5 June, NATO Defence Ministers agreed on new capability goals to strengthen the Alliance and make sure it is ready to fight for years to come. At the NATO-Ukraine Council, held with Ukrainian Defence Minister Rustem Umerov, Alliance countries committed to providing additional security assistance to Ukraine worth more than €20 billion. Finally, General Alexus G. Grynkewich was appointed Supreme Allied Commander Europe.

To better finance growth in Europe, France, Spain, Germany, Estonia, Luxembourg, the Netherlands and Portugal launched the Finance Europe label on 5 June. The aim is to channel long-term savings into European companies. The label will be based on a minimum holding period of five years, with no public capital guarantee. It will be self-declared by financial players and monitored at national level. Expected in 2026, it aims to strengthen the European Union's economic autonomy.

On 5 June, the Council of Europe's Group of States against Corruption (GRECO) published its annual report for 2024. The report expresses serious concerns about persistent threats to judicial independence and political financing transparency in some member states. While welcoming the positive reforms undertaken in some countries, it urges states to strengthen the structures ensuring the separation of powers.

On 2 June, the British government announced the launch of a 'Strategic Defence Review', a defence plan for the United Kingdom. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced that peace was no longer a certainty and that deterrence was now imperative. The plan involves the construction of twelve nuclear submarines in partnership with the United States and Australia by 2030. An investment of £15 billion is planned to modernise the UK's nuclear arsenal and build new munitions factories. Finally, the British government has announced spending of £350 million to deliver more than 100,000 drones to Ukraine by 2025.

On 2 June, the FAO warned of the critical situation facing rural communities in Ukraine, which have been severely affected by the war. Farmers are struggling to plant and produce crops due to mines, shortages of inputs and destroyed infrastructure. More than 250,000 families have already received aid, but needs remain immense. The FAO is calling for immediate support in the form of seeds, fertilisers and equipment to avert a food crisis. It stresses the need for coordinated international aid to preserve livelihoods in rural areas.

On 4 June, the European Commission presented a common strategy for the future of Ukrainian refugees in the European Union, which provides for the extension of temporary protection until March 2027. This measure provides stability and legal certainty for displaced persons and the Member States hosting them. It is accompanied by a recommendation for a gradual exit from this regime, facilitating access to other residence statuses or voluntary return to Ukraine. The Commission also plans to set up information centres and appoint a special envoy to ensure closer coordination with the Ukrainian authorities.