Global Leaders Commemorate 80th D-Day Anniversary in Normandy

Global leaders, including Joe Biden, Emmanuel Macron, King Charles III, and Justin Trudeau, gathered at the British Normandy Memorial in Ver-sur-Mer to mark the 80th anniversary of the historic D-Day landings.

During the ceremony, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky received a standing ovation, while Russian President Vladimir Putin was notably absent, having recently launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine.

US President Joe Biden drew parallels between the events of World War Two and the current conflict in Ukraine, emphasizing the importance of unity among democracies in the face of autocratic threats.

At a separate location, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau paid tribute to the 381 Canadians who lost their lives on D-Day at Juno Beach, echoing the message of standing for democracy and future generations.

The search and rescue operation for TV doctor Michael Mosley is ongoing after he was reported missing on the Greek island of Symi, near Rhodes, following a hike. His wife, Dr. Clare Bailey, raised the alarm.

The Redfield & Wilton survey revealed interesting insights, showing Nigel Farage‘s party gaining support among certain age brackets, while also indicating a shift in sentiment towards the Conservatives.

In sports news, the final squad for Euro 2024, under the management of Gareth Southgate, saw the inclusion of England’s star players like Jack Grealish and Harry Maguire.