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President Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran effectively over, calling Iranian leaders 'scum' and 'vicious, violent people' as he arrived at a NATO summit in Ankara. The US launched strikes on over 80 Iranian targets after attacks on commercial vessels, while Trump also criticized NATO allies and reiterated his demand for Greenland.
Cuba's foreign minister accused the US of an 'act of war' over fuel restrictions amid a third nationwide blackout, while US Ambassador Mike Waltz blamed Cuba's government for the crisis. The exchange at the UN highlights deepening tensions between the two nations.
OpenAI is set to publicly launch its GPT-5.6 model series on Thursday, following a delay requested by the US government over national security concerns. The series includes Sol, Terra, and Luna, with Sol described as the company's most advanced model. The delay reflects heightened scrutiny of frontier AI models amid worries about potential misuse by foreign adversaries.
Nigel Farage has resigned as MP for Clacton and will stand in the resulting byelection, saying it is a chance for the public to judge him. The move comes as he faces a second standards investigation over undeclared gifts, including a £5m payment from Christopher Harborne. Inside Reform UK, reactions range from confidence to internal tensions over Farage's leadership and the party's direction.
Cuba has been plunged into darkness by its third nationwide power outage in six months, affecting nearly 10 million people. The cause is under investigation, with officials blaming the U.S. oil embargo and chronic fuel shortages. Energy restoration efforts are underway, but the island's grid remains fragile.
Brazilian presidential hopeful Flavio Bolsonaro has urged the Trump administration to postpone proposed 25% tariffs on Brazilian goods until after October's election, prompting accusations from President Lula of lobbying for the tariffs and committing 'treason.' Bolsonaro denies the allegations, arguing the tariffs would benefit Lula politically.
Hamas has announced the dissolution of its government in the Gaza Strip, clearing the way for a US-backed technocratic committee to take over civilian administration. The move comes as the ceasefire brokered by the US in October 2025 remains fragile, with unresolved issues over disarmament and Israeli military control.
Two Cameroonian women granted withholding of removal in the US were transferred to Equatorial Guinea and then deported to Cameroon, raising concerns about refoulement. Reports indicate the US has sent over 200 people to at least 10 African states under third-country transfer agreements, with dozens of asylum seekers among them.
Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi inaugurated the Octagon, a sprawling new military and administrative complex in the new administrative capital east of Cairo. The facility, described by observers as the world's largest defense ministry building, marks a major step in Egypt's military modernization and has drawn attention in Israel and across the region.
Pastor Ezra Jin Mingri, founder of the underground Zion Church, has been released from detention in China and reunited with his family in Los Angeles. His release follows a request by US President Donald Trump to Chinese President Xi Jinping during a May visit to Beijing. Family members and advocacy groups have welcomed the development, though some church members remain detained.
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani delivered a speech on Friday marking America's 250th birthday, using the occasion to champion immigration and criticize President Trump's policies. The address, delivered from behind George Washington's desk at City Hall, was surrounded by recently naturalized citizens. Pope Leo XIV also issued a pro-immigrant message on the same day.
A US federal judge has ordered the Justice Department to provide a detailed justification for dropping criminal charges against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani and seven others. The DOJ defends its decision, citing legal flaws and diplomatic concerns, while the judge calls the initial explanation insufficient.
Pope Leo visited Lampedusa, a key migrant landing point, and the birthplace of Saint Frances Cabrini, using both occasions to underscore his commitment to migrant rights amid rising anti-migrant policies in the US and EU.
Twin earthquakes in Venezuela have killed over 2,295 people, intensifying a political struggle between interim President Delcy Rodriguez and exiled opposition leader Maria Corina Machado, who is pushing to return home. The US government has expressed frustration with Machado's timing, while Rodriguez defends her government's relief efforts.
As the US Supreme Court allows the administration to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians, lawmakers from both parties warn of a caregiving crisis. About 330,000 Haitians face potential deportation, with significant numbers employed in healthcare.
Australia's eSafety commissioner told the antisemitism royal commission that X Corp resisted efforts to remove violent content, including Bondi attack footage, arguing it was no worse than a gore movie. The commissioner also described a broader trend of platforms reducing trust and safety investment.
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani's Beirut visit underscores Damascus's preference for dialogue over military intervention, despite US President Donald Trump's suggestions that Syria could help combat Hezbollah. The visit included meetings with Lebanese leaders and a clear denial of any military intentions.
The US Supreme Court has upheld the constitutional guarantee of birthright citizenship, prompting the Trump administration to shift focus to combating so-called 'birth tourism.' Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche and the Justice Department have directed prosecutors to pursue fraud charges, while President Trump pushes for new legislation to create exceptions to the long-standing rule.
Seven additional defendants were sentenced to prison for their roles in a shooting outside a Texas immigration detention center, adding to previous sentences that totaled 450 years for eight others. The cases have drawn attention to the Trump administration's crackdown on left-wing activism and concerns about free speech.
The US Commerce Department lifted export controls on Anthropic's Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models, allowing the company to restore global access. The decision followed security concerns that had prompted a June 12 ban, with Anthropic agreeing to cooperate on security protocols.