German Chancellor Merz said drug pricing policy is a national responsibility.

June 19 — A Japan-related vessel with three Japanese crew successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz out of the Persian Gulf and is en route to Japan, Prime Minister Takaichi said. With that transit, all vessels carrying Japanese crew have left the Persian Gulf; the government coordinated with Iran during the passage and, citing a recent US‑Iran memorandum of understanding, will continue diplomatic efforts to restore free, safe navigation and to secure transit for the remaining 37 Japan-related ships as soon as possible.

Online platform data show 2026 year-to-date total box office, including presales, has exceeded 16.6 bln yuan. Letter to Grandma has grossed over 1.8 bln yuan since release and is currently the second-highest grossing film of 2026.