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Cuba received the first shipment of 15,000 tonnes of rice from China as part of a 60,000-tonne aid package, according to Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel. The donation aims to alleviate acute shortages amid an economic crisis worsened by US sanctions, an energy blockade, and blackouts affecting much of the island.
The Trump administration announced that most temporary visa holders in the US seeking a green card must return to their home countries to apply, replacing the adjustment-of-status process. The Department of Homeland Security later clarified the policy would be applied case-by-case, but confusion and concern remain among affected immigrants and advocates.
US President Donald Trump stated he will not attend his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding in the Bahamas, citing government business and his love for the United States. The wedding took place over the weekend, with the couple already legally married in Florida.
A US federal judge dismissed the criminal indictment against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling that the prosecution was retaliatory and would not have been brought had he not challenged his deportation to El Salvador. The decision marks a significant legal rebuke to the Trump administration's handling of the case.
A divided federal appeals court declined to revisit a ruling that could allow the Trump administration to re-arrest and deport Columbia University graduate and pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil. His lawyers plan to appeal to the US Supreme Court, arguing the lower court's decision undermines judicial oversight of executive actions against non-citizens exercising free speech.
Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as US Director of National Intelligence, effective June 30, citing her husband's recent diagnosis with a rare form of bone cancer. President Trump announced her departure on social media, naming Aaron Lukas as acting director.
US House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Brian Mast has warned Secretary of State Marco Rubio about potential Chinese malign influence in Argentina's Parana River dredging contract, valued at $10 billion. A competing consortium backed by KKR has also complained to the White House about unfair bidding conditions, heightening the stakes in a tender that has become politically charged.
A group of young Americans is asking a federal court to immediately halt the Trump administration's repeal of a key scientific finding underpinning U.S. climate regulations. The lawsuit alleges constitutional violations and irreversible environmental harm, while the administration has declined to comment.
The United States has indicted former Cuban president Raúl Castro on murder and related charges linked to the 1996 downing of two civilian aircraft. The move forms part of a broader pressure campaign by the Trump administration against Cuba's government, drawing a sharp rejection from Havana.
The Trump administration, through the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, is suing Minnesota to block a new state law that would outlaw prediction markets like Kalshi and Polymarket. The law, signed by Gov. Tim Walz, makes it a felony to offer event contracts on a wide range of outcomes. President Trump has said the federal government should retain exclusive authority over the industry.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called on allies to intensify efforts against Iran's financing networks and announced a review of US sanctions designations. The appeal came as G7 finance ministers gathered in Paris amid global economic uncertainty.
In a rare procedural move, the US Senate voted 50-47 to advance a war powers resolution that would require President Donald Trump to obtain congressional authorization for military action against Iran or withdraw troops. The measure, backed by four Republicans and all but one Democrat, faces significant hurdles before becoming law.
The Trump administration plans to increase the number of white South African refugees admitted to the US from 7,500 to 17,500, citing an 'emergency refugee situation.' South Africa's government rejects claims of systemic persecution, while Democrats and others criticize the move as politically motivated.
Two former senior officials from Mexico's Sinaloa state have surrendered to US authorities over alleged ties to the Sinaloa cartel, part of a larger indictment that includes the sitting governor. The moves intensify pressure on President Claudia Sheinbaum, who has resisted extradition while denying links between her government and organized crime.
Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel has warned that any US military action against Cuba would lead to a 'bloodbath' with incalculable consequences, amid rising tensions over US sanctions, surveillance flights, and an energy blockade. The warning comes as Cuba's foreign minister appeals to the UN for international solidarity to prevent a humanitarian catastrophe.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council has formally announced the creation of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to manage the strategic waterway, a move that has drawn international attention amid ongoing tensions. The authority is set to regulate vessel passage, with provisions for tolls and specialized services, while the US has added it to sanctions lists.
The White House announced China will buy at least $17 billion in US agricultural goods annually through 2028, adding to earlier soybean commitments. Analysts note the figure largely reflects prior deals, while farmers remain cautiously optimistic. The agreement includes restoring market access for US beef and poultry.
Reports indicate the Trump administration has encouraged the UAE to become more directly involved in the conflict with Iran, with discussions reportedly including the seizure of Iran's Lavan Island. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have conducted secret strikes against Iranian targets in response to Iranian attacks, while the UAE has sought to coordinate with Gulf neighbors.
The Trump administration hosted a nine-hour prayer event on the National Mall as part of America's 250th anniversary celebrations, drawing thousands and featuring top officials. Critics argue the event blurs the separation of church and state, with some describing it as an overt display of Christian nationalism.
Following talks with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing, US President Donald Trump said he does not want Taiwan to pursue formal independence and is not looking to fight a war over the island. He reported making no commitment either way on Taiwan while remaining undecided on pending arms sales. Taiwan’s government restated that it is already a sovereign democracy and will maintain the status quo.