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The U.S. Department of Defense announced it is suspending participation in the Permanent Joint Board on Defense with Canada, citing Ottawa's failure to fully meet security commitments. The move escalates tensions between the two neighbors under President Donald Trump. The board, established during World War II, is a key bilateral defense cooperation mechanism.
Oregon held its primary election on May 12 with nearly 25 candidates competing for governor. Incumbent Democratic Governor Tina Kotek leads her primary field, while Republicans are vying to challenge her, with state Senator Christine Drazan and others in the race. Voters are also deciding a gas tax repeal measure and other key contests.
President Donald Trump has postponed a potential military strike against Iran after intervention from Gulf states. The decision, made amid rising U.S.-Iran tensions, offers hope for diplomacy. Specific next steps from Washington remain unclear.
An Indian court has ruled that a centuries-old mosque is a Hindu temple, reigniting debate over religious heritage in the South Asian nation. The decision follows similar cases where Hindu groups have argued Mughal-era mosques were built on destroyed temple sites. Legal and religious experts are divided, and appeals are anticipated.
Hundreds of Venezuelan protesters clashed with police in Caracas during a march demanding the release of political prisoners. Security forces used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowd, with injuries reported but no official toll. The protest highlights ongoing political tensions in the crisis-stricken country.
San Diego police are responding to a shooting at an Islamic Center. Initial reports indicate an active shooter in the area, and emergency measures have been implemented. No details on casualties or the suspect have been released, and the investigation is ongoing.
Thousands of protesters in Greece have taken to the streets to condemn Israeli forces for attacking a humanitarian aid convoy bound for Gaza. The demonstration, spanning Athens and several other cities, reflects widespread anger over the interception and boarding of the vessel organized by NGOs. Greece's Foreign Ministry has condemned the incident and demanded an explanation from Israel.
A gunman killed five people at a mosque in San Diego, California, during prayers. Police are investigating the attack as a hate crime, and the suspect was fatally shot at the scene. The shooting is the deadliest assault on Muslims in the U.S. since the 2019 Christchurch attack.
Alabama voters head to the polls on Tuesday for primary elections, but four congressional districts may face special primaries in August after a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on redistricting. The decision could benefit Republicans in the battle for control of the House. The ruling allows a map previously blocked for diluting Black voter power, reshaping districts in the state's south.
Greenland’s Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen rejected the idea of selling the territory after a ‘constructive’ meeting with U.S. special envoy Jeff Landry. He stressed that Greenland’s right to self-determination is not negotiable.
