India and the European Union have agreed to a landmark deal

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June 11, 2025In a major boost for global trade, India and the European Union have agreed to a landmark deal. The agreement will cut or remove taxes on imports, called tariffs, for nearly 97% of goods traded between them. Experts say this could double EU exports to India by the year 2032. This deal is seen as a big step in bringing the Indian economy closer to Western markets.In the Middle East, Hamas is seeking a future role for its police force in Gaza. This comes ahead of very difficult talks about possibly disarming militant groups after the war. Hamas wants its civil police to help keep order, but Israel and international mediators see this as a major hurdle in any long-term peace plan.Tragedy struck off the coast of Oman, where a boat carrying tourists capsized. Three French citizens were killed. Local authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.In Europe, Norway’s parliament has approved a large $2 billion plan to buy more artillery shells. Much of this ammunition is expected to go to Ukraine, showing continued Western support for the country against Russia.A town in Italy is facing a crisis after a large landslide. The town of Santo Stefano is now teetering on the edge of a cliff, forcing many residents to evacuate their homes.In Asia, North Korea fired several short-range missiles into the sea. This launch happened while senior officials from the US, Japan, and South Korea were meeting to discuss the US military’s role in the region. The launches are seen as a protest against these talks.In Africa, suspected Boko Haram militants attacked Nigerian soldiers. Seven soldiers were killed and 13 were captured, according to military sources. This shows the ongoing threat from the Islamist militant group.China’s defense minister has called for closer military ties with Russia during a meeting. The two countries, both facing tensions with the West, have grown closer since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.In the United States, a project to build a new missile defense shield called the “Golden Dome” has marked one year with very little progress. The plan, pushed by former President Trump, faces technical and budget challenges.There is a glimmer of hope in Syria. The government says it hopes to hold new talks on Tuesday to integrate Kurdish-led forces into the state. This is a key issue for stability in the country’s northeast.After 844 days, a symbolic clock in Israel marking time since the October 7 Hamas attacks will be turned off. Officials say it is being removed to help unity as the country looks to the future.In the Americas, Honduras is preparing for a new president to take office. Xiomara Asfura will lead after winning a very close election.In a sign of possible easing tensions, former US President Donald Trump spoke with the governor of Minnesota after a fatal shooting by police in the state. The conversation was described as productive.South Korea sought to reassure the public after Donald Trump threatened to raise tariffs on imported cars if he wins the US election. South Korea said a major US company’s investment pledge in the country remains on track.In diplomatic news, Iran summoned Italy’s ambassador. Iran was angry about Italy’s push for the European Union to label Iran’s Revolutionary Guards as a terrorist organization.The government of South Sudan warned that a rebel advance is a “serious threat to peace” in the young nation, raising fears of a return to widespread conflict.Four major Western powers—the UK, US, Germany, and France—urged all sides to follow a ceasefire in Syria. They warned that recent fighting risks a major new crisis.On the war in Ukraine, Finland’s prime minister said China could help end the conflict. She noted China’s influence with Russia as a potential key to peace talks.In other news, Australia’s prime minister is visiting East Timor to discuss security and a major natural gas project.Japan, fearing a clash with China, has asked its fishermen to avoid islands that both countries claim. This is to prevent incidents at sea.Japan also said goodbye to its last giant pandas, which are being returned to China.Germany announced plans for a crackdown on far-left militant groups after an attack on Berlin’s power grid.Israel said it has recovered the last known hostage body from Gaza. This sad milestone may pave the way for Israel to open a key border crossing for more aid.Finally, China said it will seek deeper cooperation with the United Kingdom, according to statements from Chinese government ministries.This report has been compiled from global news sources for America News World.