16.06.2025 – WEEKLY BRIEFING

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  • Manisa mayor dies days after electric shock at home – 10.06.2025

Ferdi Zeyrek, the recently elected mayor of Manisa in western Türkiye, died on June 9 after suffering a severe electric shock at his home three days earlier. Manisa Mayor Ferdi Zeyrek died on June 9, days after suffering a severe electric shock at his home while checking a pool system malfunction. Exposed to a 67-watt leakage current for 3–5 minutes in a confined, damp machine room, his heart stopped and was restarted about 70 minutes later. He remained in intensive care for three days before passing away. Authorities found no evidence of sabotage but are investigating potential negligence. The system had experienced voltage fluctuations the day before. Zeyrek’s death led to widespread condolences from political leaders, including President Erdoğan and CHP head Özgür Özel.

  • Authorities survey for more bodies after Air India crash that killed over 240 people – 12.06.2025

An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew members crashed into a residential area in Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff, killing over 200 people, with only one British national surviving. The crash also caused injuries and possible fatalities on the ground, including students at a nearby medical college hostel. Authorities are conducting DNA tests to identify victims, and international investigators from the U.S. and U.K. are assisting with the investigation. The cause of the crash remains unknown, though the plane had issued a “Mayday” call. This marks the first fatal crash involving a Boeing 787, adding to Boeing’s ongoing safety concerns following earlier crashes involving its 737 Max 8 model. Indian and international leaders have expressed condolences, while the Tata Group, which owns Air India, is supporting emergency response efforts.

  • Tanks to roll through Washington as Trump hosts US military parade – 14.06.2025

A military parade will be held in Washington, DC, to mark the 250th anniversary of the U.S. Army, featuring 6,700 troops, tanks, and helicopters, and coinciding with President Donald Trump’s 79th birthday. Trump had long desired such a parade, and it is now taking place during his second term in office. The event will begin in the morning with official ceremonies and physical competitions, followed by a military procession, aerial displays, and an enlistment ceremony attended by Trump in the evening. The cost of the parade is estimated between $25 million and $45 million, and it has caused major road closures for several days and temporary disruptions to air traffic. Some local officials have voiced concerns about the potential damage to city infrastructure caused by heavy vehicles and the overall impact on daily life in the capital.

  • L.A. police use tear gas, flash-bangs on “No Kings” protesters in downtown – 14.06.2025

On June 14, 2025, tens of thousands participated in “No Kings Day of Defiance” protests across Los Angeles and the U.S., opposing President Trump’s policies and his planned military parade marking the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary and his 79th birthday. While the daytime protests in downtown L.A. began peacefully, tensions escalated when police claimed demonstrators threw objects such as rocks and fireworks near the Edward R. Roybal Federal Building, prompting a dispersal order and the use of less-lethal weapons by law enforcement. Protesters blamed the violence on the police’s aggressive response. A curfew remains in effect in downtown L.A., enforced by hundreds of additional officers and supported by National Guard troops. Despite confrontations, the protest organizers emphasized their commitment to nonviolence and reported over 5 million participants nationwide across more than 2,100 cities. Authorities continue to monitor protests amid legal disputes between California officials and the federal government regarding the military’s domestic deployment.

  • As Trump goes to G7 summit, other world leaders aim to show they’re not intimidated – 14.06.2025

As the G7 summit in Canada approaches, global leaders appear increasingly willing to counter President Donald Trump’s confrontational and transactional approach to international relations, despite the risks of his unpredictable behavior. Trump, who has previously threatened allies with tariffs and questioned traditional partnerships such as NATO, is seen by some as more focused on dominating than maintaining global cooperation. While some leaders, such as Britain’s Starmer, Germany’s Merz and Italy’s Meloni, have sought to maintain working relationships, others, such as Canada’s Prime Minister Carney and French President Macron, have openly criticized Trump’s policies and rhetoric, highlighting the US’s shift away from global leadership. The summit, which will not include a joint statement due to divisions, reflects growing rifts within the G7 and broader concerns about US credibility as Trump continues to cultivate selective alliances and maintain his image of power.

  • Israel kills 59 Palestinians in Gaza, many while trying to get aid – 15.06.2025

In recent days, Israeli forces have killed at least 59 Palestinians across Gaza, including 17 civilians attempting to access food at aid distribution points operated by the controversial Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), a U.S.- and Israeli-backed initiative. Reports from medics and journalists on the ground suggest that Israeli troops opened fire without warning on crowds of desperate civilians near sites such as the Netzarim Corridor, prompting accusations that aid zones have become “execution sites.” Since the GHF began operations in May—following Israel’s partial easing of a three-month blockade—over 270 Palestinians have been killed and thousands injured at or near these sites. While Israel claims it targets only those who deviate from designated aid routes, UN officials and humanitarian agencies have condemned the GHF as an inadequate and dangerous replacement for long-standing UN-run aid systems, warning that the current model not only fails to meet basic humanitarian standards but exacerbates suffering amid widespread displacement, acute hunger, and near-famine conditions in Gaza. The Israeli military has not commented on the most recent attacks.

  • Macron visits Greenland in show of European unity and signal to Trump – 15.06.2025

In a significant diplomatic move underscoring Greenland’s strategic importance, French President Emmanuel Macron visited the Arctic island, marking the first-ever presidential visit to the territory. Framed as a gesture of European unity and a counterbalance to increasing U.S. pressure under President Trump, Macron’s trip—hosted by Greenland’s new Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen and attended by Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen—focused on Arctic security, climate change, and critical mineral cooperation. The visit comes amid heightened geopolitical tensions, with the U.S. expressing interest in acquiring Greenland and reportedly preparing contingency plans, while Denmark and the EU have responded with greater military investment and deeper political engagement. Macron’s visit, analysts suggest, also reflects France’s broader agenda to strengthen European autonomy in defense and resource strategy, particularly in the North Atlantic and Arctic regions, and to reaffirm support for Denmark’s sovereignty over Greenland amid U.S.-EU friction.

  • Gulf markets fall as Israel-Iran conflict escalates – 15.06.2025

Amid escalating hostilities between Israel and Iran, stock markets across the Gulf experienced significant declines on Sunday, reflecting growing investor anxiety over the potential for a broader regional conflict. The downturn followed Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, missile factories, and key military figures, which it described as part of a sustained campaign to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons. In retaliation, Iran launched its own attacks on Israel and suspended nuclear negotiations scheduled for Sunday, which the U.S. had viewed as the only viable path to de-escalation. The Qatari stock index dropped 2.9%, with major firms like Qatar National Bank and Nakilat posting substantial losses. Markets in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, and Israel also saw steep declines, with Kuwait’s index falling 4.3% and airline stocks notably hit due to regional airspace disruptions. Energy concerns were heightened after Israel reportedly struck Iranian gas infrastructure linked to the South Pars field, shared with Qatar. Stock exchanges in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, closed on Sunday, had also recorded losses on Friday in anticipation of rising tensions.

  • Israel vows Iran will ‘pay the price’ as attacks continue for a fourth day – 16.05.2025

Amid escalating hostilities between Iran and Israel, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant warned that Tehran would “pay the price” for its latest missile assault, which reportedly targeted Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Haifa—impacting critical infrastructure, including a major refinery. Iran’s Revolutionary Guard claimed it used innovative tactics that disrupted Israel’s defense systems, notably its Iron Dome, which, though effective, can be overwhelmed. The heightened conflict has stirred global market concerns, particularly regarding oil supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz, though oil prices showed only slight fluctuations. Meanwhile, gold retreated from recent highs and Tel Aviv’s stock indices rose, suggesting some investor optimism about a possible rapid resolution. The U.S. response remains pivotal, especially given its alliance with Israel, the suspended nuclear talks with Iran, and President Trump’s opposition to extreme retaliatory measures. Developments are also under discussion at the ongoing G7 summit, where the conflict’s broader geopolitical implications are being weighed.

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