FinnishStubb says US readiness to defend NATO is "unquestionable." He discussed the redistribution of responsibilities with the US administration and expressed no doubt the US would help protect against Russian tactical nuclear weapons near Finland.

EU countries 'have potential' for Putin talks, says European CouncilCosta. António Costa stated in Florence that he is discussing with EU leaders how to prepare for future discussions with Russia.

European Council President António Costa stated in Florence that EU countries "have the potential" for negotiations with RussianVladimir Putin, according to the Financial Times. Costa is discussing with EU leaders how to organize work and what to discuss with Russia "when the time is right."

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares demands the immediate release of Spanish activist Saif Abukeshek, who remains in Israeli custody following his detention during a Freedom Flotilla operation in international waters.

Spanish Foreign Minister José Manuel Albares addressed the Spanish Parliament to condemn the detention of Spanish activist Saif Abukeshek by Israeli authorities, calling for his immediate release. Abukeshek and Brazilian activist Thiago Avila were detained following an incident involving the Freedom Flotilla in international waters near Greece.

EU member states continue arms exports to Israel, licensing €820 million in military equipment. France leads the bloc with €368 million in exports, followed by Greece and Romania.

European Union member states have licensed €820 million in military equipment exports to Israel, with France, Greece, and Romania identified as the leading exporters.

The U.S. and Iran are engaged in talks regarding a potential short-term agreement to end the ongoing conflict, according to Reuters.

The United States and Iran are currently engaged in discussions regarding a potential short-term agreement aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, according to Reuters.