King Charles III presided over the Trooping the Colour ceremony in Whitehall, celebrating his official birthday on June 15, 2024. Despite heavy rain, the event saw enthusiastic crowds, with the King inspecting troops from a covered carriage. The Princess of Wales, making her first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis, joined the parade with her children in a separate carriage. The royal family is expected to appear on Buckingham Palace’s balcony to view the RAF flypast, weather permitting. The ceremony also featured military horses that had previously escaped in London, now participating in the celebrations.

At least 10 people died and 16 were injured when a vehicle carrying 26 passengers fell into a gorge near the Alakananda River on Uttarakhand's Rishikesh-Badrinath Highway. The accident occurred around 11 am on Saturday as the vehicle skidded off the road and plunged approximately 250 meters. Rescue teams have been mobilized, with seven of the injured airlifted to AIIMS Rishikesh and nine admitted to Rudraprayag District Hospital. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has ordered an investigation and expressed condolences, praying for the deceased and wishing a speedy recovery for the injured.

Princess of Wales, Kate Middleton, made her first public appearance since her cancer diagnosis, attending King Charles III's official birthday parade in London. Riding in a carriage with her children, Kate joined the celebration on The Mall, marking a hopeful return to public life. In a statement, she mentioned "good progress" in her treatment but cautioned she was "not out of the woods yet." Spectators expressed relief at her reappearance, calling it reassuring for the nation. Royal officials noted that her future public engagements would depend on her ongoing recovery.

The United States has imposed sanctions on Tsav 9, an Israeli group linked to army reservists and settlers, for obstructing humanitarian aid intended for Gaza. This move underscores Washington's stance on actors disrupting peace efforts between Israelis and Palestinians. Tsav 9 has been accused of blocking, harassing, and damaging aid shipments, exacerbating the humanitarian crisis amid ongoing conflict. The sanctions, enacted under an executive order targeting West Bank violence, mark a significant step in US policy aimed at fostering stability in the region, despite objections from right-wing factions within Israel.

Princess Catherine will make her first public appearance this year at the Trooping the Colour on Saturday, following her cancer diagnosis and abdominal surgery in January. In a personal update, Catherine shared that she is making "good progress" but still undergoing treatment, experiencing both good and bad days. The new photo released by Kensington Palace shows her near her Windsor home. She expressed gratitude for public support, which has greatly aided her and Prince William. While she plans to attend some events over the summer, her schedule remains flexible due to her ongoing recovery.

At the G7 Summit in Puglia, Italian PM Giorgia Meloni accused French President Emmanuel Macron of using the forum for electioneering ahead of France's national elections. Tensions flared over Macron's advocacy for including a reference to "safe and legal abortion" in the summit's final communique, a move Italy opposed. Meloni criticized Macron for politicizing the summit, highlighting their ongoing disagreements. The friction underscores broader European concerns about Macron's call for snap elections, aimed at countering the rising far-right influence in France. The dispute reflects the complex dynamics between the French and Italian leaderships.

Passengers on a Qatar Airways flight from Athens to Doha endured a 38°C cabin for over three hours due to a failed air conditioning system. The extreme heat forced some passengers, including athletes heading to the IFMA World Muaythai Championships, to strip down and fan themselves. Despite the discomfort and dehydration, passengers were only offered minimal refreshments. The flight eventually departed after a significant delay, with Qatar Airways apologizing for the technical issue and ensuring affected passengers received support and compensation.

A UN investigation has alleged that Israeli forces likely killed over a dozen of their own citizens during the October 7 attacks, invoking the controversial "Hannibal Directive" to prevent hostage-taking. The report, led by former UN human rights chief Navi Pillay, cited strong indications that Israeli military actions resulted in civilian casualties, including 12-year-old twins and a 68-year-old grandmother. The Hannibal Directive, which allowed lethal force to stop abductions, was officially revoked in 2016. The Israeli government has rejected the report's findings, calling it biased and ignoring Hamas’s use of human shields.

The Canadian government has announced stringent changes to the Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP) program, affecting international students, particularly those from India. Effective September 1, 2024, students enrolled in private colleges will no longer qualify automatically for PGWP benefits, aiming to align eligibility with sectors facing labour shortages. This move, expected to reduce the number of PGWP holders, comes amidst a surge in Indian students utilizing PGWPs for job opportunities and eventual permanent residency. Concerns over the program's impact on Indian students, who constitute a significant portion of Canada's international student body, have surfaced amid these regulatory changes.

Russian President Vladimir Putin announced on June 14 that he would order an immediate ceasefire if Ukraine renounces its NATO ambitions and withdraws troops from the four Russian-occupied regions. Putin emphasized that his proposal aims for a "final resolution" rather than merely "freezing" the ongoing conflict. He reiterated Russia's readiness to start negotiations without delay, aiming to resolve the crisis comprehensively. This development follows ongoing tensions and military actions between the two nations, with NATO membership being a key contention point for Ukraine and Russia.