US and Iran agree to extend Gaza ceasefire by 60 days
US and Iran reach tentative agreement to extend ceasefire for 60 days and start nuclear talks, though Trump has yet to give final approval for the deal.
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Europe “boiling”: Heat wave hits France, UK, Spain with deadly consequences
Europe faces deadly heat wave with record temperatures hitting France, UK, Spain and Italy. At least 17 deaths reported as mercury soars above 40°C across continent.
Washington Post: Trump administration pushes for $250 bill featuring president’s portrait
Trump officials push Bureau of Engraving to design unprecedented $250 bill with president’s portrait, marking first living person on U.S. currency since 1866.
“The era of terrorism is over”: Bessent’s stern warning to Iran over Strait of Hormuz tolls
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warns Iran against imposing tolls on Strait of Hormuz, threatening aggressive sanctions on any nation facilitating such fees.
Netanyahu orders expansion of Israeli control to 70% of Gaza
Netanyahu orders Israeli forces to expand control to 70% of Gaza Strip, escalating tensions as he hints at eventual 100% territorial control in the region.
Commission slams Turkey: Cyprus exclusion from COP31 unacceptable
European Commission condemns Turkey for excluding Cyprus from COP31 climate conference preparations, calling Ankara’s diplomatic behavior “unacceptable.”
US threatens sanctions on Oman over Iran cooperation at Strait of Hormuz
US Treasury Secretary threatens sanctions on ally Oman if it cooperates with Iran on Strait of Hormuz toll system, escalating Middle East tensions.
Middle East escalation: New US strikes against Iran amid negotiations
US military conducts new defensive strikes on Iranian military facilities amid ongoing Middle East peace negotiations, shooting down Iranian drones near Bandar Abbas.
Turkey rejects Aegean demilitarization, warns against fait accompli
Turkey’s Defense Minister rejects Aegean demilitarization, warns against activities that threaten Turkish sovereignty in contested maritime zones.
Russia: Putin open to negotiations with Europe
Putin signals openness to European negotiations as Kremlin views ongoing diplomatic discussions as positive development for Russia-Europe relations.
Israeli military orders Tyre residents to evacuate homes in Lebanon
Israeli military orders mass evacuation of Tyre residents ahead of airstrikes targeting Hezbollah positions in southern Lebanon, killing one soldier.
Trump’s wish comes true: Massive MMA arena built outside White House
Trump’s dream becomes reality as a massive MMA arena is constructed outside the White House for a championship fight coinciding with his 80th birthday.