China A-share robotics sector strengthened in early trade; Zhongdalide hit limit-up, Wuyang Zikong and Lvde Xiebo rose over 10%, while Haozhi Jidian, Sanxie Motor, Changsheng Bearing and Mosu Technology also advanced.

Blue Origin’s New Glenn heavy rocket exploded during a static-fire test at Kennedy Space Center last week. NASA administrator said on June 1 that repairing the New Glenn–dedicated launch pad will take considerable time and may not be completed until 2028. US media say the incident could delay Artemis crewed lunar missions. NASA has multiple Artemis contracts with Blue Origin and had planned to use New Glenn later this year to launch an uncrewed Blue Moon lander as the first step toward a lunar base project.

At a Brussels briefing on June 1, the EU called on Israel to stop military escalation in Lebanon and to respect Lebanese sovereignty and territorial integrity, urging continued diplomatic efforts to secure long-term stability. On UNIFIL’s authorization, which expires end-2026, the EU said it is studying a new EU security and defense mission to help Lebanon strengthen state control and border security.