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Israeli forces struck Gaza and the occupied West Bank on Wednesday, killing at least two Palestinians including a 12-year-old boy, despite a ceasefire in effect since October 2025. The attacks came a day after a UN report concluded Israel intentionally targets children as part of a genocide in Gaza.
Leftist candidate Senator Iván Cepeda conceded to far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella after official recounts confirmed a margin of less than 1%. De la Espriella, backed by Donald Trump, vowed to join the far-right ‘American Shield’ coalition and launch a military crackdown on drug cartels and armed groups.
A three-day conference in Ghana's capital, Accra, has produced a 19-point framework urging nations that profited from the transatlantic slave trade to issue formal apologies and establish reparation mechanisms. The meeting gathered heads of state, policymakers, and diaspora representatives to discuss historical responsibility and inequality. Ghanaian President John Dramani Mahama announced the creation of three international bodies focused on reparative justice, cultural restitution, and legal matters.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio rejected Iran's plan to impose tolls on ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz, calling it an international waterway where no nation can charge fees. The dispute highlights major tensions in ongoing US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland, as Tehran insists the strait's post-war status will differ from the pre-conflict era.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is visiting Gulf allies to reassure them that the US-Iran ceasefire deal will consider their security concerns. The visit comes after the US and Iran signed a memorandum to extend a ceasefire and work toward ending the conflict. Gulf states suffered significant damage from Iranian retaliatory strikes during the war.
A record-breaking heatwave is gripping Europe, with temperatures in Paris, London, and Madrid exceeding 40°C — hotter than Mecca and Doha. Red alerts are in effect across Britain, France, Spain, and Italy as health and infrastructure risks mount.
The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US has weathered its early turbulent days, promising a path toward ending the nearly four-month conflict. Despite the deal allowing Iran to access frozen funds for humanitarian goods and resume oil exports, Iranians remain skeptical as high inflation and a cyberattack continue to strain daily life. Hardliners domestically protest the agreement, while the government maintains it negotiates from strength.
A severe heatwave is gripping Europe, breaking June temperature records and causing multiple deaths. France, Spain, and the UK are among the affected nations, with authorities issuing alerts and warning of health risks and infrastructure strain. Climate scientists link the extreme event to climate change, noting such heatwaves are now far more frequent.
Pakistan’s role as a mediator between the US and Iran has boosted its diplomatic stature, opening opportunities in trade, energy, and regional influence while raising questions about economic benefits and internal dividends. The country has hosted talks and facilitated communications, but structural economic weaknesses and domestic disparities remain key challenges.
Iran and Pakistan have agreed to boost security and counter-terrorism cooperation, establishing a new mechanism including intelligence sharing and joint border patrols. The decision aims to address common threats along their 900 km border and expand trade to $5 billion. Analysts view the move as a key step in bilateral ties amid regional instability.
