Iranian armed forces announced they have closed the Strait of Hormuz following Israeli attacks on Lebanon. This comes days after Iran agreed with the United States to reopen the waterway, which is an important route for global trade and oil shipments.
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Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz after recent Israeli attacks on Lebanon.
The closure happened shortly after Iran and the US reached an agreement to reopen the strait.
The Strait of Hormuz is a key waterway for global trade, especially for oil transport.
Its closure has caused significant economic impacts worldwide.
Iran and the US have recently started peace talks and negotiations in Switzerland.
Experts from maritime strategy, government, and maritime economics fields are commenting on the situation.
The situation affects international relations among Iran, the US, Israel, and Lebanon.
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Paris experienced very high temperatures due to a heatwave, prompting authorities to issue a red alert for half of France, including the capital. Many people in Paris cooled off by swimming in the Canal St Martin.
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France issued a red heatwave alert for about half the country.
Paris is included in the heatwave warning area.
Temperatures are near record highs because of the heatwave.
Many Parisians chose to cool down by swimming in Canal St Martin.
The heatwave alert was announced ahead of a hot Monday.
The article mentions other European news but focuses on the heatwave in Paris.
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Keir Starmer, the UK Prime Minister, is expected to announce a timetable for leaving office in the autumn. Two main leadership transition paths are possible, with either Andy Burnham becoming the next Labour leader unchallenged or a contest involving Wes Streeting or others. The handover would be more gradual compared to previous UK transitions and different voting and nomination processes would happen depending on the candidates.
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Starmer may announce his departure date from Downing Street soon, possibly in September 2024.
Andy Burnham is a leading contender to become Labour leader and Prime Minister, with strong support from some MPs.
If other candidates get enough support, there will be a leadership contest involving Labour members and MPs.
The Labour leadership election rules require at least 20% MP support to become an official candidate.
Nominees also need backing from local party branches or affiliated groups such as unions.
The leadership vote would be managed by the party’s national executive committee, aiming for a quick process.
During the transition, the current government must continue core work like autumn budget planning.
Starmer would act as a caretaker Prime Minister with limited authority until the handover is complete.
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Rep. Jason Crow said lawmakers will work strongly to find out the truth about a bombing that destroyed a girls’ school in Iran. The bombing happened on the same day as U.S. and Israeli airstrikes in Iran earlier this year. Crow criticized the Trump administration for delaying information about the event.
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A girls’ school in Iran called Shajareh Tayyebeh Elementary was bombed.
This bombing took place on the day when the U.S. and Israel carried out airstrikes in Iran.
Rep. Jason Crow is leading efforts in Congress to get clear answers about the bombing.
Crow said the Trump administration has been slow to provide details on the incident.
Lawmakers want to understand who was responsible and why the school was hit.
The event is part of rising tensions in the Middle East involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
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Ethiopia’s Prosperity Party has won a majority in the recent parliamentary elections, securing Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s position. The elections did not take place in the Tigray region due to security concerns, and the country faces ongoing tensions despite a peace deal ending a recent civil war.
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The Prosperity Party, led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed, won most seats in the current Ethiopian parliamentary elections.
Abiy Ahmed became prime minister in 2018 and created the Prosperity Party in 2019 after mass protests against the previous ruling coalition.
Abiy won the Nobel Peace Prize in 2019 for ending conflict with Eritrea.
Critics accuse Abiy’s government of detaining journalists and limiting civil society in recent years.
Ethiopia has seen violent unrest in ethnic regions such as Oromia and Amhara.
A civil war in the northern Tigray region from 2020-2022 caused many deaths, but a peace deal was signed in 2022.
Tigray’s main party tried to regain political control in 2023, raising concerns about new conflict.
Elections did not happen in Tigray due to poor security, according to the election board.
The Ethiopian government expects strong economic growth over 10% by 2026.
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A temporary 60-day ceasefire between the United States and Iran has reopened the Strait of Hormuz, a key passage for global oil shipments. However, disagreements over who controls security, fees, and long-term management of the strait are causing uncertainty and raising concerns about future conflicts.
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The ceasefire aims to stabilize energy markets and stop hostilities between the U.S. and Iran for 60 days.
The U.S. agreed to end its naval blockade of Iranian ports during this period.
Reports about the strait’s operation show some brief disruptions, but U.S. officials claim it remains open and busy.
Iran, Oman, and Gulf states are expected to negotiate how the strait will be managed after the ceasefire.
The agreement does not clarify who will enforce security or if transit fees can be charged later.
President Donald Trump supports the deal but warned the U.S. might impose a 20% fee on foreign ships after 60 days.
Trump also threatened strong military action if Iran tries to close the strait again.
Iran considers the strait within its own control and sent messages asserting its authority.
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The Trump administration is focusing closely on stopping Iran from developing nuclear weapons during ongoing talks in Switzerland. U.S. officials, including Vice President JD Vance, met with Iranian leaders to negotiate details, aiming for a deal that would prevent Iran from enriching uranium for weapons.
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The Trump administration calls its approach to Iran’s nuclear program “laser focused” and pragmatic.
High-level U.S. and Iranian officials held rare direct talks in Switzerland.
Iran’s nuclear program is under negotiation, including issues like Iran’s stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
The U.S. wants Iran’s nuclear program permanently ended, following President Trump’s red line against uranium enrichment.
Technical experts from the U.S. Department of Energy are involved to work on detailed nuclear issues.
The sides recently signed a memorandum of understanding but left many details unsettled to be worked out in the next 60 days.
The U.S. emphasizes verification and monitoring rather than trusting Iran, with possible sanctions relief if Iran complies.
Some U.S. lawmakers worry that easing sanctions could allow Iran to support its military or allied groups.
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Senior negotiators from Iran and the United States met in Switzerland to discuss a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at ending the conflict that began with US and Israeli actions in February. Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei showed reluctance but ultimately approved the deal, though some Iranian hardliners oppose it and question its terms, especially regarding Lebanon and the Strait of Hormuz.
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Iran and the US are meeting in Switzerland to advance a signed MoU aimed at ending recent hostilities.
Iran’s delegation was led by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
The US delegation was led by Vice President JD Vance.
Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei expressed initial disagreement but gave approval after President Masoud Pezeshkian accepted responsibility.
Some Iranian hardliners, including cleric Mahmoud Nabavian, oppose the MoU and claim Khamenei wanted stricter conditions such as control over the Strait of Hormuz.
An interview critical of the MoU was abruptly cut from Iranian state TV, leading to the resignation of the channel’s director.
Most members of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council voted for the MoU, except for hardliner Saeed Jalili.
Iran stressed the need to enforce the deal in Lebanon first, amid ongoing tensions and conflicting claims about the status of the Strait of Hormuz.
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The TV show "Face the Nation" featured a discussion about sensitive diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran. Guests included U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz, Senator Lindsey Graham, and Representative Jason Crow.
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"Face the Nation" is a CBS News program.
The episode aired on June 21.
The main topic was diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Iran.
U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz was a guest on the show.
Senator Lindsey Graham, a Republican, participated in the discussion.
Representative Jason Crow, a Democrat, also joined the conversation.
The talk focused on current U.S. foreign relations with Iran.
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China has supported North Korea's nuclear weapons program because it sees the program as a way to gain influence over the United States. This position was highlighted during a recent meeting between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
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China has consistently backed North Korea's development of nuclear weapons.
The nuclear program helps China gain bargaining power over the U.S.
Chinese President Xi Jinping met with North Korean leader Kim Jong-un.
China’s support is linked to its strategic goals in relations with the United States.
North Korea’s nuclear program remains a key issue in international diplomacy.
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Shaun Burton, the driver who died in a train crash in Bedford, has been named by British Transport Police. Around 100 people were injured when two trains from East Midlands Railway crashed, with 28 still in hospital, some critically ill. The Rail Accident Investigation Branch is working to find out what caused the crash.
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Shaun Burton, 60 years old, was the driver who died in the Bedford train crash.
About 100 people were injured in the collision between two East Midlands Railway trains.
28 injured people remain in the hospital, with nine in critical condition.
The accident happened near Bedford at 5:15 pm BST on Friday.
British Transport Police and the Rail Accident Investigation Branch are investigating the crash.
Train services to and from London St Pancras were suspended over the weekend.
The rail line between Bedford and Luton is expected to stay closed until June 28 for repairs and investigation.
Passengers reported a loud impact followed by sounds of pain after the crash.
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Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer is thinking about his future after winning a recent election by Andy Burnham raised pressure on him to step down. Some ministers and MPs want Starmer to announce when he will leave, while Burnham prepares to challenge him for leadership.
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Sir Keir Starmer is considering his future as Labour leader amid growing calls for him to resign.
Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election, increasing Labour’s chances to challenge Starmer’s leadership.
Some senior ministers want Starmer to set a timetable for his departure.
US President Donald Trump said Starmer “will resign as prime minister” and criticized his record on immigration and energy.
Starmer has said he will fight any formal leadership challenge, which would involve a vote by Labour members and trade unions.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle said Starmer is thinking carefully about the political situation and that any decisions will consider the country's best interests.
There are concerns that a leadership contest could hurt the party and create uncertainty for markets.
Andy Burnham is expected to take up his seat in Parliament soon and may challenge Starmer for Labour leadership.
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Democratic Representative Jason Crow talks about national security. Experts Kevin Book and Amos Hochstein explain how the U.S.-Iran deal affects energy. CBS News' Anthony Salvanto reviews new polls about the Iran war.
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Jason Crow is a Democratic member of the U.S. House of Representatives.
He discussed topics related to national security on the TV show Face the Nation.
Kevin Book and Amos Hochstein talked about the effects of the U.S.-Iran agreement on energy.
The U.S.-Iran deal has implications for energy markets or supplies.
Anthony Salvanto shared new polling information about the ongoing situation with the Iran war.
The information was presented on the CBS News program Face the Nation.
The discussion combined politics, energy issues, and public opinion polls.
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Israeli military actions in Lebanon and President Donald Trump’s inability to stop them may harm diplomatic talks between Iran and the United States. Experts believe it is unlikely these talks will advance beyond a basic agreement to a full peace deal.
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Israel has carried out military actions in Lebanon recently.
President Donald Trump did not stop Israel from these actions.
This situation might cause the end of diplomacy between Iran and the U.S.
Iran and the U.S. have a memorandum of understanding, a basic agreement, but not a full deal.
The last U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire was in October 2025.
Israel did not fully follow the terms of that ceasefire.
Iranian leaders doubt progress in talks because of Israel’s actions.
Jeremy Scahill, a news commentator, shared these views in an interview.
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A strong El Nino weather pattern is expected to reach its highest point in November. This could cause problems with food supplies and lead to more severe weather events around the world.
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A powerful El Nino will peak in November.
El Nino is a climate pattern that influences weather globally.
It can disrupt rainfall and temperature patterns.
These changes may threaten food production in some regions.
Extreme weather, like storms and droughts, could become more common.
Governments and organizations may need to prepare for these impacts.
The effects of El Nino are felt worldwide, affecting many countries.
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A youth-led political movement in India called the Cockroach Janta Party is camping out in New Delhi to demand the resignation of the education minister. The protest started because of leaked exam papers that caused exam cancellations and widespread frustration among young people.
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The Cockroach Janta Party is a youth movement that began as a joke but grew into a real protest.
The group is led by Abhijeet Dipke, a recent graduate from Boston University who returned to India to organize street protests.
Many young people in India are angry due to repeated exam paper leaks and unfair exam results.
The education minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, is being asked to resign by the protesters.
Protests are happening in multiple cities including New Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, and Nagpur.
India’s Telegram app was temporarily banned to try to stop exam paper leaks, but critics call this an ineffective gesture.
More than a dozen students died by suicide after the exam leaks, increasing pressure on the government.
Police have tried to remove protesters by cutting off water and food supplies, but the protesters say they will stay until the minister resigns.
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Susan Rice criticized President Donald Trump’s memo of understanding (MOU) with Iran, calling it weak and a bad result. She said the deal gave too many concessions to Iran too quickly and is worried about its effects.
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Susan Rice is a former U.S. national security adviser.
She spoke to ABC News about the Trump administration’s agreement with Iran.
The deal is a 14-point memorandum of understanding (MOU).
Rice described the MOU as “flimsy” and poorly made.
She said the agreement gave Iran many concessions upfront.
Rice called the situation a “very bad outcome.”
She also referred to the ongoing conflict connected to this deal as a “stupid war.”
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Three teenagers have been arrested after a 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed in Battersea, south-west London. The victim died at the scene, and police are continuing their investigation.
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The victim, Jamal Coombes, was 17 years old.
He was found with stab wounds early on Saturday morning around 4:20 a.m.
A 15-year-old girl and a 15-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of murder on the same day.
A 14-year-old boy was arrested on Sunday on the same suspicion.
All three teenagers remain in police custody.
The stabbing followed reports of a fight or conflict.
The Metropolitan Police are asking for witnesses to come forward.
The investigation is ongoing and more details will be shared later.
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A new book about President Donald Trump’s second term claims Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent made disrespectful remarks about Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky before Zelensky’s visit to the White House in early 2023. The visit included a tense meeting and a cancelled minerals deal between the U.S. and Ukraine.
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The book "Regime Change" by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan uses many interviews from inside the Trump administration.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent allegedly called Zelensky insulting names, including “special-needs child” and “Mr. Bean on crack.”
Zelensky visited the White House on February 28, 2023, for a planned minerals deal and joint press conference.
The meeting turned into a shouting match involving President Trump, Vice President JD Vance, and Zelensky.
The press conference and minerals deal were cancelled after the meeting.
A minerals agreement was eventually signed in April 2023 between the two countries.
Bessent urged President Trump not to invite Zelensky before Ukraine agreed to U.S. terms on minerals.
Bessent described the White House meeting as a major diplomatic failure due to Zelensky’s behavior.
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Democratic Representative Jason Crow expressed concerns about Bill Pulte, the acting Director of National Intelligence, saying he lacks the proper experience and loyalty to President Trump might make him use his position for political purposes. Crow also opposed renewing the surveillance law known as FISA because he believes it risks Americans' privacy and civil rights.
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Jason Crow is a Democratic congressman from Colorado serving on Armed Services and the Intelligence Committee.
Bill Pulte is currently the acting Director of National Intelligence.
Pulte is under investigation by the Government Accountability Office for allegedly using mortgage information against President Trump's political opponents.
Crow worries that Pulte lacks the necessary intelligence experience required by law for this role.
Crow opposes renewing the FISA surveillance law without proper safeguards to protect privacy and civil liberties.
Crow has voted against the recent FISA reauthorization and calls for a short-term extension with stronger checks.
Public reports claim the Trump administration may have bypassed legal privacy protections using certain tools, but the administration has not responded.
Crow says he and Democratic Intelligence Committee Chair Jim Himes are aligned on concerns about privacy violations.
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