The UN nuclear watchdog chief called for diplomacy and a return to negotiations over Iran's nuclear ambitions. "Otherwise, violence and destruction could reach unimaginable levels, and the global non-proliferation regime that has underpinned international security for more than half a century could crumble and fall," said Rafael Grossi, director of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). He also called for a cessation of hostilities.

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French President Emmanuel Macron was officially greeted by Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre upon arrival in Oslo. The visit centers on strengthening defense cooperation between France and Norway, with a particular emphasis on security in the Arctic and the broader High North region crucial ahead of the upcoming NATO summit.

The wholesale reference rate of palm oil set for the Yangon market slightly declined to K6,080 per viss for the week ending 29 June from K6,110 per viss in the previous week ending 22 June, according to the Supervisory Committee on Edible Oil Import and Distribution.
The Supervisory Committee on Edible Oil Import and Distribution under the Ministry of Commerce has been closely observing the FOB prices in Malaysia and Indonesia, adding transport costs, tariffs and banking services to decide the wholesale market reference rate for edible oil weekly.

A group art exhibition titled ‘Hidden Vault Vol 2: Still Life’, featuring works by seven veteran painters, is currently being held at the Myanmar Ahla Art Gallery in Kyauktada Township, Yangon Region. The exhibition opened on 22 June and will run until 29 June, according to sources.