Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Protests Turn Deadly, 15 Killed

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Pakistan-Administered Kashmir Erupts with civilian Protest, Leave 15 Dead Thousands of protesters poured onto the streets across Pakistan-administered Kashmir after a court ruling upheld 12 reserved legislative seats for Kashmiri refugees living in Pakistan. The decision triggered widespread anger among supporters of the Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC), who argue that the system gives non-residents … Read more

Trump intensifies denaturalization push targeting 17 citizens

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Trump administration ramps up denaturalization as DOJ targets 17 naturalized citizens The Trump administration has stepped up its denaturalization push. On June 8, the Justice Department filed actions against 17 naturalized citizens. The cases involve sexual abuse, fraud, and drug distribution. However, the policy applies only to naturalized Americans, not every U.S. citizen. That makes … Read more

Starmer feels the heat After Healey Quits Over UK Defence Plan

Keir Starmerand and Defence Secretary John Healey standing in front of a UK Typhoon fighter jet and shaking hands during a defence and security visit.

Healey’s shock resignation pushes Starmer to the brink over defence spending John Healey’s resignation as Defence Secretary has hit Keir Starmer’s government hard and exposed a deep split over UK defence spending. Healey said the Defence Investment Plan did not give the armed forces the money they need to face growing security threats. He argued … Read more

Israel and Iran Exchange Strikes for First Time Since Ceasefire

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Israel and Iran Exchange Strikes for First Time Since Ceasefire A fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran broke down on Monday after both sides launched direct strikes for the first time since the truce in April. Iran fired missiles toward Israel late Sunday, and the attack quickly raised tension across the region. Israel then responded … Read more

Trump Ends NBC Interview After ‘Rigged Election’ Clash

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Trump Walks Out of NBC Interview After Clash Over ‘Rigged Election’ Claims Donald Trump ended an NBC News interview early after a tense clash with Kristen Welker over his repeated claims that the 2020 presidential election and California’s primary elections were rigged. On Meet the Press, Welker asked him several times to back up the … Read more

Trump Says No Iran Deal Needed for Enriched Uranium

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Trump Says U.S. Does Not Need an Iran Deal to Secure Enriched Uranium President Donald Trump has said the United States does not need a deal with Iran to gain access to enriched uranium. Speaking in the Oval Office, he argued that Washington already has the capability to secure the material if necessary. However, he … Read more

North Korea’s Kim Pushes ‘Exponential’ Nuclear Expansion

Kim Jong Un speaks with officials while inspecting a uranium enrichment facility in North Korea.

Kim Jong Un Inspects New Nuclear Plant, Orders ‘Exponential’ Weapons Buildup Kim Jong Un has ordered a major expansion of North Korea’s nuclear weapons program after inspecting a new nuclear materials production plant, according to state media. KCNA said the North Korean leader toured the facility, reviewed production processes, current targets, and future plans, and … Read more

Trump makes it easier to fire 8,000 federal workers

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Trump Signs Executive Order to Ease Firing of 8,000 Federal Workers President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday that reclassifies about 8,000 senior federal workers into a new category called Schedule Policy/Career. The move affects directors, chiefs of staff, senior advisers, policy analysts, and other officials who help shape government policy, regulations, and … Read more

Germany Blames Russia for UN Security Council Defeat

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Germany Blames Russia for Defeat in UN Security Council Election Germany blamed Russia after losing its bid for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council on Wednesday. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said Moscow worked against Berlin’s campaign and helped build opposition among UN member states. He also said Germany’s strong support for Ukraine … Read more

Myanmar President’s India Visit Draws Global Attention

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi shakes hands with Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing during a formal diplomatic meeting.

Myanmar President’s India Visit Watched Over China, Border Ties Myanmar President Min Aung Hlaing has completed his first foreign visit since taking office as president with a five-day trip to India. He met Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other Indian leaders during the visit. The discussions focused on trade, connectivity, border security, and defence cooperation. … Read more