Following a verbal exchange with former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev, US President Trump has announced that he will send two US nuclear submarines to "appropriate regions". The details remain confidential. Prior to this, Medvedev had criticised the US ultimatum to Russia to end the war in Ukraine, saying it was a threat and a step towards war, which Trump in turn described as "foolish and inflammatory". The European press takes stock.
Portugal's conservative government wants to reform the country's labour law: amendments that restrict strike rights and parental rights at work will make firing employees and outsourcing easier for employers. The aim is to create a more flexible, less bureaucratic labour market from which above all employers will benefit. The national press weighs in.
Romanian swimmer David Popovici won gold in the 100 and 200-metre freestyle at the World Swimming Championships in Singapore. He had previously spoken openly about the psychological pressure of competing and admitted that at one point he had looked for tickets to fly home before the competition - out of fear of success. The national press hails him as a role model: as an athlete, an individual and as a citizen.
In view of the crisis situation in Gaza, a growing number of countries are speaking out in favour of recognising Palestine as a state. Canada has now become the third G7 country after France and the UK to announce that it is willing to take this step. The press assesses the impact of the initiative and the preconditions for genuine statehood for Palestine.