Israel: Former Prime Minister Ehud Olmert sentenced to six years in prison pending appeal, for taking bribes while serving as mayor of Jerusalem.
Ukraine: European Union imposes economic sanctions on 13 people and two Crimean companies linked to Moscow's military intervention in the country.
Mexico: Mexican soldiers kill one of the alleged founders of the brutal Zetas drug cartel Galdino Mellado Cruz in a gun battle.
Iraq: Multiple car bombs have exploded in Shi'ite areas of Baghdad killing at least 25 and wounding 75 others.
Brazil: Performers are training hard for World Cup Opening ceremonies on June 12 in Sao Paulo.
