When will the EU punch its weight in a perilous world? That’s the question countries eager to join should be asking | Simon Tisdall

• The publication issued a correction regarding a report by Rose Gray titled "Who really controls the Williams F1 team?" published on May 29. • The original text incorrectly stated that only Ferrari had won more Formula One constructors' championships than Williams.

• Hindu Hate Watch reported 54 incidents of alleged hate crimes targeting Hindus across India and Bangladesh during the most recent weekly tracking period. • The documented cases include various forms of persecution, specifically highlighting instances of temple vandalism and forced religious conversions.

• Philippine Defense Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. positioned the Philippines as a "point of convergence" for regional stability during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore on May 31. • Teodoro explicitly criticized China for its continued refusal to recognize the 2016 Arbitral Award regarding maritime disputes in the South China Sea.

• Kenyan Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua (Mudavadi) has arrived in Seoul to participate in a summit featuring foreign ministers from 54 African states and four regional organizations. • The meeting focuses on strengthening ties, highlighting South Korea's significant Official Development Assistance (ODA) and increasing investments in Kenya's manufacturing, industry, and infrastructure sectors.

• Convicted January 6 Capitol rioters are seeking payouts from a nearly $1.8 billion settlement fund established by the Trump administration. • The fund is intended for individuals claiming to be victims of a "weaponized government," though eligibility for those convicted of crimes remains uncertain.

• U.K. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper is embarking on a two-nation tour starting Monday, with scheduled visits to China and India. • The diplomatic mission aims to bolster international cooperation and address critical global challenges through high-level ministerial engagements.

• The "Hindu Hate Tracker" documented 40 reported incidents of alleged religious hate against Hindus across India and abroad between April 6 and April 12, 2026. • A significant controversy emerged in Tamil Nadu on April 8, 2026, after a viral video showed Deputy Chief Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin wiping off vibhuti and kumkum applied by a priest.

• Driven by public demand and survivor advocacy, members of the U.S. Congress are attempting to set aside party politics to seek accountability for Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse network. • The effort focuses on identifying those who enabled Epstein, though survivors argue that the U.S. response has been insufficient compared to international efforts.

• The Council on Foreign Relations listed an event titled “A Conversation With Chairman Brian J. Mast,” indicating an upcoming U.S. policy discussion involving the Florida Republican. • Brian Mast’s role matters because he has been a prominent voice on national security and foreign policy issues in Congress.

• US official Hegseth praised several Asian partners for increasing their security and defense spending during a forum on May 30. • He specifically recognized Australia, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam for their contributions.

• The "E6"—the EU's six largest economies including Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Poland, and the Netherlands—have sent a formal letter to the European Commission. • The group is urging the commission to accelerate the implementation of the Capital Markets Union to reduce market fragmentation.