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AI summaryThe Trump administration has signed a nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia, allowing US companies to help build a civilian nuclear program in the kingdom. The pact omits certain nonproliferation safeguards, drawing concerns about regional arms race risks.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has threatened to destroy Iran's fortified nuclear site known as 'Pickaxe Mountain,' escalating tensions as the US-Iran conflict enters its fifth month. The facility, south of Tehran, is described as deeply buried and heavily fortified, while Tehran maintains it is for centrifuge assembly only.
AI summaryChinese AI unicorn Moonshot AI is speeding up fundraising ahead of a planned Hong Kong IPO, targeting a valuation of up to US$50 billion. The developer of the Kimi K3 model has suspended new subscriptions due to surging demand, and plans to release the model's weights by July 27.
AI summaryThe US launched strikes on Iran for the 11th consecutive night, targeting air defense systems and maritime assets. President Trump warned of an impending attack on an underground nuclear facility near Natanz, as the conflict over the Strait of Hormuz continues.
AI summaryNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has stated his office lacks the legal authority to execute the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and has called on US federal officials to act. The ICC issued the warrant in 2024 over alleged war crimes, while President Trump has said Netanyahu would not be arrested if he visits. Congressman Ro Khanna has endorsed Mamdani's call for federal cooperation with the ICC.
AI summaryAndy Biggs won the Republican nomination for Arizona governor, defeating David Schweikert, and will face Democratic incumbent Katie Hobbs in November. The race is expected to be one of the most competitive in the country, with Arizona having become a key battleground state.
AI summaryPakistan merges its Board of Investment and Special Investment Facilitation Council, sparking debate on whether institutional changes can overcome deep-rooted economic challenges. Analysts point to declining FDI, high taxes, and policy inconsistency as critical hurdles.
AI summaryThe US and Saudi Arabia have agreed on a civilian nuclear deal that could allow Riyadh to enrich uranium on its soil, a shift in longstanding US non-proliferation policy. Critics warn the deal could spark a regional arms race and compromise Israel's security, while the agreement drops a previous requirement for Saudi normalization with Israel.
AI summaryUS Trade Representative Jamieson Greer has hinted at fresh tariffs targeting 60 trading partners over forced labor concerns, as President Donald Trump's temporary global duties expire on Friday. The White House has also announced new tariffs on Brazilian and Canadian goods, and a 100% duty on imported generic drugs.
AI summaryA US appeals court has reversed a lower court decision ordering the release of Columbia University activist Mohsen Mahdawi from immigration detention, opening the door to his possible re-arrest. The ruling, which found the lower court lacked jurisdiction, is seen as a victory for the Trump administration's efforts to deport pro-Palestinian student protesters.
AI summaryUS Central Command has reported completing successive waves of strikes against Iranian military targets, with operations spanning multiple consecutive nights and hitting locations including Bushehr, Chah Bahar, and Bandar Abbas. The strikes reportedly focused on maritime capabilities, missile and drone storage, air defense assets, and military logistics infrastructure.
AI summaryNew York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has acknowledged that the city does not have the legal authority to enforce the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, while calling on the federal government to do so. The announcement follows his earlier campaign promises to arrest Netanyahu and a recent statement from President Donald Trump that Netanyahu would not be arrested in the US.
AI summaryA joint US-Canada ceremony for the Gordie Howe International Bridge was cancelled after President Trump announced a 50% tariff on most Canadian goods. Canada will hold its own event, while the bridge's opening to traffic on July 27 remains expected but less certain.
AI summarySouth Korean stocks opened sharply higher on Wednesday, driven by a semiconductor rally and anticipation of big tech earnings. The KOSPI surged over 5% in early trading, with chipmakers Samsung Electronics and SK hynix leading gains.
AI summaryLa Liga president Javier Tebas has called for Gianni Infantino to step down as FIFA president, accusing him of 'destroying the football industry' through proposed expansions of the World Cup. Tebas's remarks, published in an Italian sports daily, come amid ongoing debates over the international match calendar and the sport's governance.
AI summaryThe Lebanese army has begun deploying to three southern villages as part of a US-brokered agreement for Israeli withdrawal, but accuses Israel of obstructing its efforts through continued shelling and clearance operations. Families await return as Prime Minister Nawaf Salam plants a flag in one zone, while a US official says further zones are planned.
AI summaryA 100-page US State Department report accuses left-wing advocacy groups and activists of being 'front groups and fellow travelers' for Cuba, labeling the island nation the 'capital of 21st-century communism.' The report has drawn sharp criticism from activists and experts, who dismiss the claims as a 'flashback' to the Cold War.
AI summaryUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has fired Commander-in-Chief Oleksandr Syrskyi and appointed Mykhailo Drapatyi as his successor, following days of protests triggered by the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The reshuffle comes amid internal debate over military strategy and rising civilian casualties.
AI summaryIran has held funerals for 32 children killed in a strike on a school in Minab on February 28. The attack, which occurred during the opening hours of the US-Israeli war with Iran, killed at least 170 people according to Al Jazeera, while the BBC reports 156 deaths including 120 children. The US has not admitted responsibility, but experts and US media suggest it was likely an unintentional US strike.
AI summaryNewly sworn-in UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has reportedly approved continued use of British bases for US military strikes against Iran, a decision framed as defensive. The move comes amid US threats to target Iranian nuclear and civilian infrastructure, and a warning from an Iranian source that British interests in the region could become legitimate targets.