A group of African leaders traveled to Kyiv to advance ceasefire prospects in the war but were met with Russian missiles and air raids. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, leading the effort, has close ties with the Kremlin. The African leaders share concerns about rising food and energy prices and want the war to end quickly. They will also hold talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. However, African leaders have limited leverage with Russia and Ukraine, and a ceasefire seems unlikely as Ukraine's counteroffensive gains momentum. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's engagement with African powers is politically strategic.

China's economic growth slowed in May, but pent-up spending is expected to help China achieve its GDP growth target. The Chinese government announced measures to boost economic growth but did not unveil a significant stimulus plan. China's economic woes include unemployment, mounting debt, and declining private investment.

President Joe Biden aims to deepen ties with India during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the US. Shared concerns over China and potential arms deals will be discussed. Biden is expected to offer substantial US investment in development projects in the Global South, guided by Modi. Differences over climate change and human rights may be addressed within agreed limits.

Juneteenth, now a federal holiday in the US, is recognized differently at the state level, with some surprises. The Graphic Truth examines which states recognize Juneteenth as a holiday for state employees.

In complex numbers, a migrant boat capsized off the Greek coast with potential child casualties. Cyclone Biparjoy led to evacuations in Pakistan and India. A Russian poll shows a majority opposes nuclear weapons in Ukraine, and the ECB raised interest rates. The Netherlands will provide free sunscreen inspired by Australia's campaign against rising skin cancer rates.

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