Spain PM's wife barred from leaving, Meloni-Trump spat, Zelenskyy's ultimatum, and air passenger rights reform
Spanish premier's wife banned from leaving the country in corruption case, Meloni and Trump trade barbs, Zelenskyy gives Belarus a week to remove relay stations, and EU lawmakers approve air passenger rights compromise.
Begoña Gómez Case
The wife of Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, Begoña Gómez, has been barred from leaving Spain ahead of her corruption trial. She faces charges of embezzlement, misappropriation of funds, and influence peddling.
Meloni-Trump Spat
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and former US President Donald Trump, once politically close, have engaged in an escalating war of words. The dispute erupted after the G7 summit when Trump claimed Meloni "begged" him for a photo.
Zelenskyy's Ultimatum
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has given Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko a week to remove relay stations aiding Russia. If no action is taken, Zelenskyy warned that Ukraine would act itself.
Air Passenger Rights Reform
MEPs have confirmed a compromise on reforming air passenger rights. The text will be voted on in Parliament's plenary session next month and is set to enter into force in the second half of 2027.
