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Thousands of Iranians are holding funeral processions in Tehran for the third day to honor the late Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who died in US-Israeli strikes. The body will lie in state until July 5, with processions and ceremonies scheduled across Iran and Iraq through July 9. A senior Iranian commander has warned of severe retaliation against any attack during the events.
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.
In an interview with TASS, Russian Federation Council Vice Speaker Konstantin Kosachev assessed US President Donald Trump's domestic achievements ahead of the November midterm elections. Kosachev suggested that while Trump has progress to show voters, a Republican defeat could make the remaining two years of his presidency very difficult.
In an interview with TASS, former US Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene criticized US military interventions abroad, saying many Americans are tired of foreign wars that do not defend the homeland. She also accused the Trump administration of breaking campaign promises and highlighted the influence of the defense industry on US policy.
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.
A White House official has accused South Korea of discriminating against U.S. e-commerce giant Coupang, saying the company is being 'singled out' by President Lee Jae Myung's administration. The remarks follow a House Judiciary Committee report alleging 'discriminatory attacks' on Coupang, while Seoul insists its investigations are lawful and non-discriminatory.
Tucker Carlson said he plans to help build a new political party in the United States, criticizing the two major parties for being in 'lockstep solidarity.' He ruled out running as a candidate and voiced frustration with the Trump administration's foreign policy, particularly the war with Iran.
US President Donald Trump flew for the first time on the new Air Force One, a refurbished Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar. The flight took him to North Dakota to dedicate the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Critics have raised ethical and constitutional concerns about the gift.
A congressional interim report alleges the Trump administration took over the US 250th anniversary celebrations, using a shadow corporation to enrich allies and promote a political agenda. The report, produced by Democratic staff, outlines alleged corruption and pay-to-play schemes.
South Korea's foreign ministry and ruling party have expressed regret over a U.S. House Judiciary Committee report accusing Seoul of discriminatory treatment of Coupang. Officials defend the legal case against the e-commerce giant as lawful and non-discriminatory, while the report claims South Korea's actions violate a bilateral trade agreement.
President Donald Trump said he granted acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte broad authority to declassify records, including those linked to the 2020 election, despite Pulte's lack of national security experience. Trump also postponed the confirmation hearing for his nominee Jay Clayton in an effort to push for a strict voter identification bill.
The United States has announced it will not renew the USMCA trade deal in its current form, as confirmed by US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer and Mexico's Economy Minister. The decision triggers a review process that could lead to annual negotiations, creating uncertainty for businesses in the three countries.
A US-Israel-Lebanon deal signed on Friday aims to restore stability in Lebanon, focusing on disarming Hezbollah, after the US-Iran MoU failed to curb attacks. Israel continues to retaliate against Hezbollah, while critics question Netanyahu's handling of the agreement.
Recent TASS reports highlight persistent tensions between the US and Iran despite ongoing negotiations, with the Strait of Hormuz and Lebanon ceasefire remaining key flashpoints. Meanwhile, the EU has postponed new Russia sanctions due to internal divisions, and NATO leaders are set to meet in Ankara amid disagreements over Ukraine, Iran, and the alliance's direction.
Anthropic says the US Commerce Department has lifted export controls on its powerful Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models, allowing it to restore global access. The models were suspended June 12 over national security concerns, with a partial reversal on Friday granting some trusted US organizations access to Mythos 5.
US and Iranian representatives are set to hold indirect meetings in Doha to discuss Lebanon, the Strait of Hormuz, and other issues. The talks follow a recent flareup and a US announcement that the two sides have agreed to refrain from hostilities, though Iran has yet to confirm.
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.
Financial disclosures released by the US Office of Government Ethics show President Donald Trump earned over $1 billion from his family's cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, prompting criticism from Democrats and a White House defense. The figures include more than $500 million from World Liberty Financial and $635 million from meme coin sales, while reports also highlight Pakistan's early partnership with the crypto firm.
US President Donald Trump reported more than $1.4 billion in income for 2025, much of it from cryptocurrency ventures including meme coins and World Liberty Financial. The White House denied conflicts of interest, while historians and ethics experts called the earnings unprecedented.
The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to uphold birthright citizenship, rejecting President Trump's executive order. Trump and his advisers vow to continue the fight through Congress, while civil rights groups celebrate the decision as a reaffirmation of a fundamental American promise.