Iran prepared naval mines for Hormuz Strait blockade after Israeli strikes
Iran loaded naval mines onto ships in the Persian Gulf after Israeli strikes, raising fears of a potential Strait of Hormuz blockade that could disrupt global trade.
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Europe faces extreme heatwave: Which regions hit hardest
Europe battles record-breaking heatwave with temperatures reaching 46°C, affecting schools, causing deaths, and moving from France toward Germany and beyond.
Trump: Israel accepts 60-day Gaza ceasefire terms – Hamas must agree
Trump announces Israel agrees to 60-day Gaza ceasefire terms, calls on Hamas to accept deal with Qatar and Egypt mediating peace negotiations.
Thailand PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra suspended over leaked call
Thailand’s Constitutional Court suspends PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra over leaked phone call with Cambodia’s Hun Sen, sparking political crisis and protests.
Trump vs Musk: New feud escalates, Tesla stock plunges 6.62%
Trump and Musk’s escalating feud causes Tesla stock to plunge 6.62% as their month-long political battle intensifies with threats of deportation and subsidy cuts.
Turkey: Mass arrests of opposition members
Turkey conducts mass arrests of 109 opposition members in Izmir, including former mayor, as part of expanding crackdown on political rivals.
England: Man stabbed in face with sword during battle re-enactment at castle
A 37-year-old man was seriously injured when a sword penetrated his helmet during a medieval battle reenactment at England’s historic Bodiam Castle on Sunday.
Trump-Musk feud escalates: New party formation threatens president
Trump and Musk clash escalates as Tesla CEO threatens to form new “America Party” while president suggests billionaire should “return to South Africa”
Heat wave sweeps Europe: Extreme temperatures in France, Italy, Spain
Extreme heat wave breaks temperature records across Europe with mercury exceeding 45°C. France issues red alert as climate change impacts intensify.
Turkey wildfires rage out of control: 31 arrested for arson
Devastating wildfires rage across Turkey’s Izmir, Hatay and Adana provinces, forcing mass evacuations. Authorities arrest 31 suspects for arson as flames continue
NATO Summit: 5% GDP defense spending pledge and Ukraine support
NATO leaders commit to 5% GDP defense spending by 2035 and reaffirm Article 5 collective defense principle while pledging continued Ukraine support.
Middle East tensions rise as Trump reveals Iran nuclear strike details
Trump reveals Israeli agents inspected Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility after U.S. strikes, while Gaza ceasefire talks intensify amid Middle East tensions.