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Iran's national football team will be based in Tijuana, Mexico, during the 2026 World Cup after the United States declined to host the squad. The team will travel to the US for its group stage matches and return to Mexico, with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum confirming the arrangement.
US President Donald Trump has demanded that several Muslim-majority nations, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Pakistan, sign the Abraham Accords as part of a potential deal to end the Iran war. The proposal has met with resistance from Pakistan, skepticism from Gulf states, and criticism from analysts who question its timing and logic.
Russian FSB Director Alexander Bortnikov warned that Western intelligence services are attempting to use militants from Syria, including individuals from CIS countries, as proxy forces in a war against Iran. He also cautioned that an escalation of the conflict around Iran could destabilize the Islamic world and affect CIS security. The claims, made without public evidence, have been met with skepticism by some analysts.
US Central Command conducted self-defence strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to lay mines in southern Iran, as Iranian negotiators arrived in Qatar for talks to end the war. Iran denounced the strikes as a 'gross violation' of the ceasefire and warned of consequences, while signalling that negotiations remain ongoing.
The US Justice Department has again asked a federal judge to lift an injunction that halted construction on President Donald Trump's White House ballroom, citing a recent shooting near the White House as evidence of urgent security needs. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche called the project critical for national security, while a lower court previously ruled the president lacked authority to build without congressional approval.
President Donald Trump stated that negotiations with Iran are proceeding steadily, dismissing reports of a suspension, while warning that failure to reach a deal would result in renewed US attacks. Iran's foreign ministry said talks are focused on ending the war, not nuclear issues, amid ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Following the Xi-Trump summit, Chinese analysts are divided on the future of the three US-China joint communiques. One warns the era may be over, another cautions against rushing a new agreement. The summit saw agreement on a constructive strategic stability, but US domestic politics loom large.
As the US and Iran move toward a potential deal to end their conflict, analysts disagree on whether the agreement would block Iran's nuclear threat or simply repackage it. Some sources report significant setbacks for Iran's nuclear program, while others caution that the deal may offer concessions without lasting security guarantees.
Oil prices have experienced sharp fluctuations as markets react to evolving signals from Washington and Tehran over a potential deal to end the US-Israel war on Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While hopes for a breakthrough briefly drove crude prices down, renewed strikes and cautious statements have reversed gains, leaving traders uncertain.
US President Donald Trump said an agreement with Iran is not 'fully negotiated yet,' while expressing cautious optimism about ongoing talks. Reports from Tehran indicate intense Pakistani mediation activity and conflicting signals on whether a deal is close. A recent poll shows a majority of Americans oppose the military conflict with Iran.
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado announced plans to run for president again and return from exile before the end of 2026, while former candidate Edmundo González called for new presidential elections. The announcements come amid the acting presidency of Delcy Rodríguez, recognized by the US administration.
Multiple gunshots were reported near the White House on Saturday evening, prompting a security response from the FBI and Secret Service. President Donald Trump was inside the White House at the time; no injuries were immediately reported. Authorities are working to corroborate details of the incident.
US President Donald Trump and Iranian officials signaled progress toward a framework agreement to end the war in the Middle East, with Iran finalizing a 14-point memorandum of understanding. However, key issues remain, including nuclear guarantees, sanctions relief, and the Strait of Hormuz, and some reports suggest the pace of negotiations has slowed.
President Donald Trump abruptly canceled the signing of an executive order that would have imposed a voluntary government review of new AI models, after lobbying from tech leaders including Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. The decision marks a return to a hands-off approach to AI regulation, raising concerns about unchecked technological advancement.
Three months into the US war with Iran, President Trump's strategy appears to be facing mounting challenges, with analysts questioning whether he can achieve a decisive victory. Reports suggest a possible deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but Trump's maximalist demands and domestic unpopularity complicate the path forward.
US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering fresh military strikes against Iran, citing frustration with stalled negotiations. Multiple sources confirm he convened his national security team on Friday to discuss scenarios if diplomacy fails, while diplomatic efforts, including a visit by Pakistan's army chief to Tehran, continue.
Chinese President Xi Jinping's reference to the 'Thucydides Trap' during a meeting with US President Donald Trump has drawn attention from analysts, who see it as a signal of Beijing's awareness of the risks of great-power conflict. The concept, popularised by Harvard's Graham Allison, warns that a rising power and an established one may be destined for war, and Xi's use of it may indicate a shift in China's posture on the world stage.
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.
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.
The US has escalated pressure on Cuba with charges against Raul Castro, seizure of oil shipments, and warnings of military action, while Cuba and allies like China and Russia condemn the moves. Despite tensions, both sides signal openness to dialogue, though prospects for peaceful resolution remain uncertain.