President Trump's approach to the Israel-Iran conflict is unclear. He has alternated between supporting military action and seeking a deal with Iran. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu claims that their attacks on Iran are coordinated with the U.S.
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President Trump has shown mixed responses to Israel's military actions against Iran.
Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu says U.S. and Israel have coordinated their attacks on Iran.
Trump has expressed a preference for a deal with Iran rather than military action, despite threats.
Some advisors support a "maximum pressure" approach, involving threats to coerce Iran.
Netanyahu wants Trump to take a more military-focused stance against Iran.
U.S. weapons are involved in defending Israel from Iranian retaliation.
Planned U.S.-Iran talks were canceled amidst escalating tensions.
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A man named Vance Luther Boelter is accused of killing Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, as well as injuring State Senator John Hoffman and his wife. Officials say Boelter attempted to target two other lawmakers as well. He faces federal charges including murder and could potentially receive the death penalty if found guilty.
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Vance Luther Boelter, age 57, is accused of multiple attacks on state lawmakers in Minnesota.
He allegedly killed Melissa Hortman, a Democratic lawmaker, and her husband, Mark Hortman.
Boelter is also accused of shooting State Senator John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette, who were both injured but are expected to recover.
Officials say Boelter attempted to target two more lawmakers, but did not succeed.
Boelter is facing six federal charges, including murder and firearm-related offenses.
He could face the death penalty if convicted.
He disguised himself as a police officer when he attacked the Hoffmans.
A security camera at the Hoffmans’ home captured the incident, aiding the investigation.
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At least six people have died in West Virginia due to flash floods caused by heavy rain. Rescue teams are looking for more people who may be missing. The flooding has damaged roads, homes, and vehicles in the area.
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Six people have died from flash floods in West Virginia.
The floods resulted from heavy rainfalls.
A 3-year-old child is among the victims.
Rescue teams are continuing their search for missing people.
The floods have caused damage to roads, homes, and vehicles.
Video footage shows significant water damage in the affected areas.
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A Minnesota state senator's wife, Yvette Hoffman, protected her daughter from gunfire during an alleged assassination attempt. Yvette and her husband, state senator John Hoffman, were shot multiple times but survived. The suspect, Vance Luther Boelter, is in custody and faces multiple charges related to the attack.
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Yvette Hoffman protected her daughter, Hope, during a shooting at their home.
Yvette was shot eight times, and her husband, John Hoffman, was shot nine times.
The suspect, Vance Luther Boelter, was arrested and charged with two counts of second-degree murder and two counts of attempted murder.
The attack also resulted in the deaths of former Speaker of the Minnesota House Melissa Hortman and her husband, Marc Hortman.
Governor Tim Walz called the shooting an act of targeted political violence.
Police found a list of political targets among the suspect's belongings.
The Hoffmans received medical treatment and are recovering in the hospital.
Hope Hoffman called the authorities, who quickly arrived at the scene.
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A juror was removed from the trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs after inconsistencies were found in his statements about where he lives. The judge decided on the removal because he believed the juror's varied answers suggested a lack of honesty. The removed juror has been replaced, and the trial continues with the prosecution aiming to finish its case soon.
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A juror in Sean "Diddy" Combs' trial was dismissed for giving inconsistent information about his residence.
The juror initially said he lived in the Bronx, New York, but later indicated he had moved to New Jersey with his girlfriend.
Judge Arun Subramanian found inconsistencies in the juror's court answers, which led to concerns about the juror's truthfulness.
The juror's removal was objected to by Combs' lawyers, who were concerned about the racial diversity of the jury.
The dismissed juror was replaced by an alternate, a 57-year-old white man from Westchester.
Sean Combs is facing charges of sex trafficking, racketeering, and transportation for prostitution but has pleaded not guilty.
The trial is currently in its sixth week, with the prosecution planning to conclude its case soon.
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Leaders from seven wealthy countries are meeting in Alberta, Canada, for the G7 summit. Canada's Prime Minister, Mark Carney, hosts the meeting as his first major international event. The main focus is on economic and security issues, but tensions from the Iran-Israel conflict and dealing with U.S. President Donald Trump add pressure to the summit.
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The G7 summit includes leaders from Canada, Italy, the US, France, Germany, the UK, and Japan.
Canada is leading the summit this year, with its Prime Minister Mark Carney at the forefront.
The agenda initially focused on global economy and security, but the Iran-Israel conflict now demands attention.
Carney also faces the challenge of managing interactions with U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trade issues are a key point, especially given recent tariffs and economic tensions.
The summit provides opportunities for new trade and security deals between Canada and the US.
Trump's past visit to Canada for the G7 ended in disagreement, highlighting potential for conflict this time.
Discussions will also include topics like migration, critical minerals, security, and drug trafficking.
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A new aid group called the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) was set up in Delaware shortly after President Trump took office, aiming to provide food to people in Gaza. The GHF, supported by the US and Israel, is facing controversy amid deadly incidents and accusations of interference with aid operations in Gaza.
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The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) was registered in Delaware, USA, soon after Donald Trump became president.
The GHF aims to feed people in Gaza, where over two million people risk starvation, according to the United Nations.
The foundation uses armed American security contractors and bypasses the UN as the main supplier of aid in Gaza.
Critics claim the GHF helps Israel's plan to relocate Palestinians within Gaza, but Israel and the GHF deny this.
Israel accuses Hamas of interfering with GHF operations, while Hamas denies these allegations.
Recently, at least 15 Palestinians died from Israeli fire near a GHF aid site, as reported by local hospitals.
An early May leaked document outlined GHF's operations, showing plans to use private contractors and Israeli forces for security.
The document listed advisors like Nate Mook and David Beasley, though neither is currently involved with GHF.
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On Saturday, two Minnesota lawmakers were attacked in their homes. State Representative Melissa Hortman was killed, and State Senator John Hoffman and his wife were injured. Police are searching for a suspect named Vance Luther Boelter, who is believed to have impersonated a police officer.
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Melissa Hortman, a state representative, was shot and killed at her home.
John Hoffman, a state senator, and his wife were shot but survived.
The suspect, Vance Luther Boelter, is still at large.
The attacks occurred in the early morning in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota.
Boelter allegedly used a fake police car and uniform in the attack.
Officials found a manifesto and a target list in Boelter's vehicle.
Boelter is a former political appointee and security contractor.
The governor advised against attending protests due to safety concerns.
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Leaders from the G7 countries are meeting in Canada, and their main focus will be the conflict between Israel and Iran. This unexpected focus shifts attention away from other planned topics like the war in Ukraine and trade issues brought up by Donald Trump.
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The G7 summit is happening in Alberta, Canada.
Originally, the agenda was set to focus on Russia's conflict with Ukraine and trade tariffs by the U.S.
Israel's recent attack on Iran has become the main topic of discussion.
G7 countries include the UK, France, Germany, Italy, Canada, Japan, and the United States.
The U.S. President has significant influence over Israel's Prime Minister.
G7 leaders are concerned about global security and economic effects if the conflict expands.
Some leaders, like the UK and France, call for peace, while others like Japan condemn Israel's actions.
Canadian Prime Minister planned the summit to avoid controversy, focusing on energy and digital issues.
To prevent arguments, Canadian officials will not issue a formal joint statement after the summit.
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Thousands of people protested against President Donald Trump across the US during a military parade in Washington DC on his 79th birthday. The demonstrations, organized by a group called "No Kings," included speeches from lawmakers and activists, and in Los Angeles, police used tear gas to control the crowds.
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The protests happened during a military parade in Washington DC.
The parade celebrated the 250th anniversary of the US Army.
President Donald Trump was present, and the event coincided with his 79th birthday.
A group named "No Kings" organized the nationwide protests.
Demonstrations occurred in major cities, including New York, Philadelphia, Houston, and Los Angeles.
In Los Angeles, police clashed with protesters and used tear gas.
Protesters carried American flags and signs criticizing President Trump.
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People across the US protested against President Donald Trump before his military parade in Washington, DC. The protests, called "No Kings," took place in many cities and included speeches from lawmakers and activists, focusing on issues like immigration and government policies.
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Protesters gathered across the US against President Trump's policies before his military parade in Washington, DC.
The parade was set to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army and Trump's birthday.
The protests, named "No Kings," were organized to express concerns about Trump's use of presidential power.
Some protests addressed issues like immigration and government effectiveness.
In Los Angeles, the atmosphere was tense after immigration raids led to protests.
Governor Gavin Newsom opposed Trump's decision to send the National Guard to manage protests in California.
Protests in Minnesota were canceled due to safety concerns after attacks on state politicians.
Some protesters dressed in costumes to highlight their political messages.
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At least 11 people died and several are missing after flash floods hit San Antonio, Texas. Rescue teams are working to find those still missing and have conducted over 70 water rescues so far.
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Flash floods caused by severe storms hit San Antonio, Texas.
At least 11 people have died, and several are missing.
The San Antonio Fire Department is searching for at least four missing people.
Over 70 water rescues were performed by rescue teams.
Four people rescued were taken to hospitals with minor injuries.
Three identified victims are Martha De La Torre Rangel, Matthew Angel Tufono, and Victor Manuel Macias Castro.
Floods swept cars away near the Perrin Beitel neighborhood as heavy rain fell.
The city's mayor and a local congressman expressed condolences to the families affected.
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Kilmar Ábrego García, a Salvadoran man, has pleaded not guilty to charges related to human trafficking in a Nashville court. He was previously deported from the US but returned to face charges after a judge ordered his return from El Salvador. The case involves allegations that he transported migrants illegally in the US.
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Kilmar Ábrego García pleaded not guilty to charges of illegally transporting migrants and conspiracy.
He was deported from the US to El Salvador in March 2025 but was later brought back to face charges.
Ábrego García has been linked to the MS-13 gang, a claim that his lawyers deny.
He entered the US illegally in 2011 and was granted protection from deportation in 2019 due to potential danger from gangs in El Salvador.
A US judge ordered his return after his deportation was deemed a mistake by officials.
Prosecutors allege he transported undocumented migrants across the US over 100 times since 2016.
His lawyers argue that the charges against him are exaggerated and unfounded.
A decision on whether he will be detained or released before his trial is yet to be made by the judge.
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Washington DC will host a military parade on Saturday to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the US Army, happening on the same day as President Donald Trump's 79th birthday. The parade will involve about 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles, and 50 aircraft, and could cost up to $45 million. The last military parade in Washington DC was in 1991.
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The military parade in Washington DC marks the 250th anniversary of the US Army.
The parade is scheduled for the same day as President Trump's 79th birthday.
Approximately 6,600 soldiers, 150 vehicles, and 50 aircraft will be part of the event.
The estimated cost of the parade is up to $45 million.
Washington DC's last military parade was in 1991, celebrating the end of the Gulf War.
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Closing arguments are finished in the trial of five ice hockey players accused of sexual assault in Canada. The players, former members of the world junior hockey team, say the woman agreed to all activities, while she claims she only consented to sex with one player. The judge will decide the verdict on July 24.
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Five former Canadian junior hockey players are on trial for sexual assault.
The players include Michael McLeod, Dillon Dubé, Cal Foote, Alex Formenton, and Carter Hart, all of whom were part of the NHL.
The alleged incident happened in 2018 at a hotel in London, Ontario.
The woman involved, referred to as EM, was 20 years old at the time.
EM testified she agreed to sex with one player but not with others who joined afterward.
The Crown attorney argued EM felt pressured into further acts due to the situation.
Defense lawyers questioned EM's reliability, claiming she initiated and consented to the acts.
The trial began a month and a half ago, with a judge set to announce the decision on July 24.
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Four people escaped from the Delaney Hall immigration facility in Newark, New Jersey. Protests and unrest followed due to reports of poor conditions, including a lack of food, with protests occurring both inside and outside the center.
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Four people escaped from Delaney Hall Detention Facility in Newark, New Jersey.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is searching for the escapees, but their names have not been shared.
Protests have been happening at the facility due to reported poor conditions, like not providing enough food.
Some detainees reportedly started a disturbance over these conditions, leading to a lockdown.
Protests happened outside the facility, and lawyers have not been able to contact their clients inside.
Delaney Hall is owned by GEO Group, a private prison company with a large contract for running the center.
There have been tensions between local officials, like the Newark Mayor and a Congresswoman, and federal officers, leading to arrests.
President Trump's immigration measures have led to increased security and protesters' actions, affecting places like Los Angeles and this New Jersey facility.
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Donald Trump is dealing with a new challenge in foreign policy after Israel's military attacks on Iran. His response includes mixed messages, showing support for Israel while suggesting that the strikes might pressure Iran into negotiations.
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Israel conducted large-scale military attacks on Iran.
The U.S. was informed about the attacks in advance but did not help plan them.
Donald Trump posted on social media about the situation, expressing a tough stance against Iran.
Trump indicated that the attacks could lead Iran to reconsider negotiations with the U.S.
Israel's attack resulted in significant damage and casualties in Iran, including affecting a nuclear facility.
Iran is appealing to the United Nations after labeling the attacks as an "act of war."
Trump's statements to media outlets showed varied support for Israel's actions.
The situation poses a diplomatic challenge for Trump who had promised peace in the Middle East.
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A federal appeals court declined to reconsider former President Donald Trump's request to review a court decision that ordered him to pay $5 million to writer E Jean Carroll. This follows a jury's decision that found Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation against Carroll. Trump can now appeal to the US Supreme Court.
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A federal appeals court refused to rehear Trump's challenge to a $5 million verdict in a sexual abuse and defamation case against E Jean Carroll.
A New York jury in May 2023 found Trump liable for sexually assaulting Carroll in the 1990s and defaming her on social media.
Trump wanted the full US Court of Appeals for the 2nd Circuit to review his appeal, but the court declined.
Two judges appointed by Trump dissented, disagreeing with the court’s decision.
The court did not provide an explanation for its decision.
Carroll claimed the assault happened in a department store in the 1990s and later defamation in 2022.
Trump can still appeal the decision to the US Supreme Court.
Carroll's lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, stated her client was pleased with the decision, while Trump's legal team has been contacted for comment.
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Karen Read is facing her second trial for the alleged murder of her police officer boyfriend, John O'Keefe, in Massachusetts. Her first trial ended without a verdict, and she claims she is being wrongly accused by the police. The trial involves examining evidence like phone data and car damage, with both sides presenting different theories about how Mr. O'Keefe died.
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Karen Read is accused of murdering her boyfriend, Boston police officer John O'Keefe, in January 2022.
Her first trial ended without a decision because the jury couldn't agree.
John O'Keefe was found outside a colleague's house, unresponsive in the snow, and was later declared dead.
Karen Read argues she is innocent and claims the police are framing her.
The trial examines location data from Mr. O'Keefe's phone and damage to Ms. Read's car.
Jen McCabe, a witness, testified about seeing a car she thought was Ms. Read's but said they didn't enter the house.
The trial has sparked public interest, and a documentary series covers the case.
Karen Read faces charges like second-degree murder and vehicular manslaughter, with a possible life sentence if convicted.
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A federal judge stopped the Trump administration from deploying California's National Guard to Los Angeles, saying it was illegal. The judge's order grants temporary control of the troops back to California's governor, but the decision is on hold while the Trump administration appeals. This action followed protests and immigration enforcement efforts in Los Angeles.
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A federal judge ruled that deploying California's National Guard to Los Angeles without the governor's approval was illegal.
The judge ordered that control of the National Guard should return to California's Governor Gavin Newsom.
The judge's decision is on hold to allow time for the Trump administration to appeal.
Trump ordered the deployment to manage protests and protect immigration enforcement activities.
Local authorities in Los Angeles stated they did not need the National Guard.
Deploying the National Guard without a governor's consent is not common and last happened over 50 years ago.
The administration argued its actions were legal under a law for emergencies, but California disagreed, saying protests were not a "rebellion."
Trump had ordered 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to assist in Los Angeles.
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