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NATO has agreed that by 2035, its member countries will spend 5% of their GDP on defense and security. This marks a significant increase from the previous 2% goal, which many countries struggled to meet until recently. However, this increased spending may divert funds from social and environmental programs, leading to possible cuts in these areas.
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NATO plans to have its members spend 5% of their GDP on defense by 2035.
The previous goal for defense spending was 2% of GDP, and not all countries met this until recent years.
NATO's current military spending totals $1.5 trillion, which is more than half of global military spending.
Meeting the new spending goal could result in $13.4 trillion in military expenses by 2030.
Increased defense spending may mean less money for social services like health and education.
Some countries like Spain have expressed concerns about where the additional defense funds will come from.
Cuts in social, environmental, and foreign aid budgets have been reported in countries like the UK, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France.
The increase in military spending may also contribute to higher greenhouse gas emissions, potentially impacting climate change efforts.
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Denis Villeneuve will direct the next James Bond movie for Amazon MGM Studios. This is the first Bond film since Amazon took over creative control from the Broccoli family. Villeneuve, known for directing "Dune," is a passionate Bond fan.
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Denis Villeneuve is the new director for the next James Bond movie.
This will be the first Bond film under Amazon MGM Studios' control.
Villeneuve is known for directing "Dune" and has a strong interest in Bond movies.
The Broccoli family previously controlled creative decisions for Bond films.
The release date for the new Bond movie has not been announced yet.
Before the film's production, a screenplay and director were chosen by producers Amy Pascal and David Heyman.
Villeneuve's past work includes successful films like "Blade Runner 2049" and "Arrival."
Amazon purchased MGM Studios in 2022 for $8.5 billion.
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Khaman Maluach, an 18-year-old basketball player originally from South Sudan, was chosen as the 10th pick by the Houston Rockets in the 2025 NBA Draft. Despite starting basketball at age 13, Maluach's journey took him from a refugee camp in Uganda to the prestigious NBA Academy Africa, and eventually to Duke University, leading to his NBA selection.
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Khaman Maluach was the 10th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft by the Houston Rockets.
He was born on September 14, 2006, in Rumbek, South Sudan.
Maluach moved to Uganda after a civil war began in South Sudan in 2013.
He started playing basketball at age 13 in Uganda.
Maluach is 7 feet 2 inches tall (218 cm).
He attended the NBA Academy Africa in Senegal starting in 2021.
Maluach is the highest-drafted player from the NBA Academy Africa.
Before the draft, he also played basketball at Duke University.
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Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said Iran will not surrender to the United States following a recent ceasefire with Israel. This statement came after both Iran and Israel claimed victory in their 12-day conflict, during which US strikes reportedly damaged Iranian nuclear sites.
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Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, said Iran will never give in to the United States.
Khamenei's remarks came after a ceasefire between Iran and Israel ended a 12-day conflict.
US President Donald Trump said US strikes destroyed key Iranian nuclear facilities, but Khamenei claimed the damage was overstated.
Khamenei stated that Iran's nuclear program mostly remained intact and will continue.
Iran and Israel both declared victory after the conflict.
Israeli attacks reportedly killed 627 civilians in Iran, while Iran’s strikes on Israel killed 28 people.
Amidst the tension, some Iranians returned to Tehran, though there is still concern about future attacks.
Iran expressed willingness to resume nuclear negotiations with the United States.
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U.S. Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced the U.S. will no longer support the vaccines alliance Gavi, citing concerns about trust and vaccine safety. His statement comes as Gavi seeks to raise funds to continue its vaccination programs worldwide, which have saved millions of lives. Some health experts warn that this decision could endanger many children who rely on these vaccines.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced that the U.S. is withdrawing support from Gavi, an organization that helps fund vaccines for children.
Kennedy claims that Gavi ignored scientific evidence and lost public trust.
Gavi aims to raise $9 billion to continue its vaccination programs for the next five years.
Gavi, in partnership with groups like the WHO and UNICEF, has immunization efforts that reportedly saved 18 million lives.
The U.S. was a major supporter of Gavi, previously pledging $1 billion through 2030.
Health experts argue defunding Gavi could put millions of children at risk from vaccine-preventable diseases.
Some studies suggest concerns about vaccine safety, but many experts, including Dr. Paul Offit, find these claims unconvincing.
Kennedy questioned the safety of several vaccines, but Gavi and WHO maintain these vaccines are safe and effective.
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EU countries are struggling to agree on how to respond to Israel's actions in Gaza, despite a report suggesting possible human rights violations. While protesters in Brussels pushed for the EU to suspend its trade agreement with Israel, the lack of a united stance means no action has been taken yet.
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EU is Israel's largest trading partner.
An EU report suggests Israel may have breached human rights obligations.
Over 55,000 people in Gaza have been killed during Israeli military operations, according to Gaza's health ministry.
1.9 million Gazans have been displaced, and there was a total blockade on humanitarian aid starting in March.
More than 400 Palestinians reportedly died as they tried to reach food centers.
Protesters, supported by over 100 NGOs, are urging the EU to suspend its trade agreement with Israel.
EU foreign policy chief mentioned potential discussions about the trade agreement next month.
The Israeli foreign ministry criticized the EU's report, calling it a failure.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy approved plans to create a new international tribunal to prosecute senior Russian officials for Ukraine's invasion. The tribunal, formed in cooperation with the Council of Europe, focuses on charging Russian leaders with "the crime of aggression," which existing international courts cannot address.
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Ukraine and the Council of Europe will establish a new international court for prosecuting Russian officials.
The court aims to address the "crime of aggression," a legal term for illegal war acts committed by leaders.
Existing courts, like the International Criminal Court, can't charge Russian citizens with this offense.
Ukrainian authorities have accused Russian forces of various war crimes since February 24, 2022.
President Zelenskyy announced the plan during a visit to the Council of Europe in Strasbourg.
Details such as the court’s location are still undecided; The Hague is a possible site.
Russia does not extradite its citizens, complicating prosecution efforts against officials.
Countries supporting the tribunal financially include the Netherlands, Japan, and Canada.
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Hugo Carvajal, Venezuela's former military intelligence chief, has admitted in a US court to drug trafficking and narco-terrorism charges. He was part of a group linked to the Venezuelan military that smuggled drugs and partnered with Colombian rebels. Carvajal changed his plea to guilty and may provide information about Venezuela's current government.
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Hugo Carvajal, known as "El Pollo," was the head of military intelligence in Venezuela.
Carvajal pleaded guilty to charges related to drug trafficking and narco-terrorism in a US court.
He was involved with the Cartel de los Soles, a drug-smuggling group tied to the Venezuelan military.
The US accused the group of sending drugs, like cocaine, to American cities.
Carvajal reportedly worked with Colombian rebels, supplying them with weapons and helping with drug shipments.
He accepted millions of dollars from these illegal activities.
Carvajal changed his plea two years after initially denying the charges, suggesting a possible deal for a reduced sentence.
Carvajal has information about Venezuela's government, having been close to former President Hugo Chávez and involved with his successor, Nicolás Maduro.
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Jofra Archer, a fast bowler, has joined England's squad for the second Test match against India, which starts on July 2 at Edgbaston. This marks Archer's return to Test cricket after dealing with injuries, and he replaces no one in the squad that recently beat India at Headingley.
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Jofra Archer is included in England’s squad for the second Test against India.
The match will start on July 2 at Edgbaston.
Archer last played a Test match for England on their 2021 tour of India.
He has been out due to an elbow problem and a back stress fracture.
Archer recently played his first first-class match in four years with Sussex.
He took 42 wickets in 13 previous Test matches for England.
England's squad won against India at Headingley, leading the series 1-0.
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An Israeli businessman, Shahar Segal, known for owning famous restaurants, is now promoting a controversial food aid program in Gaza called the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF). The program is criticized because of the deaths of many Palestinians near its food distribution sites. The U.S. government is now financially supporting this program despite concerns and claims from other humanitarian groups about its operations.
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Shahar Segal manages popular restaurants and now represents the GHF in Israel.
GHF is a private aid group that distributes food in Gaza, bypassing the standard United Nations system.
Many Palestinians have been killed near GHF's food sites by Israeli troops, including a recent report of 44 deaths.
Osama Tarifi, a 23-year-old Palestinian, was killed trying to get food for his family from a GHF site.
The U.S. government has decided to provide $30 million in funding to GHF.
Internal U.S. documents note criticism from other aid groups that GHF might be connected to reported Israeli war crimes.
Johnnie Moore, involved in U.S. evangelical activities, now leads GHF after its former director resigned.
The U.N. and other humanitarian organizations refuse to cooperate with GHF, claiming it supports Israeli military objectives and poses risks to civilians.
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Denis Villeneuve, known for directing films like "Dune" and "Blade Runner 2049," will direct the next James Bond movie. Amazon MGM chose Villeneuve and his wife, Tanya Lapointe, to lead the project, but the film's release will follow his work on "Dune: Messiah," expected in December 2026.
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Denis Villeneuve will direct the next James Bond film.
Villeneuve is known for directing "Dune" and "Blade Runner 2049."
He describes James Bond films as "sacred territory."
Villeneuve will first complete "Dune: Messiah," planned for December 2026.
Villeneuve's wife, Tanya Lapointe, will be an executive producer.
Amazon MGM now controls the creative direction of the James Bond franchise.
The role of James Bond is still uncast, with speculation ongoing.
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Twenty-nine children died in the Central African Republic during a school exam due to a crush caused by panic after an explosion at an electricity transformer. The president has declared national mourning and ordered free medical care for over 280 injured people.
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Twenty-nine children died in a crush during school exams in the Central African Republic.
The incident was caused by panic after a nearby explosion at an electricity transformer.
The explosion happened during the high-school baccalaureate exams.
Around 6,000 students were present at the time of the explosion.
President Faustin-Archange Touadéra declared a period of national mourning.
The president ordered free hospital treatment for more than 280 wounded individuals.
The event took place at the Lycée Barthélémy Boganda in the capital, Bangui.
The country is dealing with political and security problems, including conflicts with armed groups.
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More than 30 people died in recent Israeli air attacks on the Gaza Strip. The attacks targeted various locations, including a school and a tent camp. There are ongoing concerns about the humanitarian crisis, including issues with water supply and distribution of aid.
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Israeli air attacks in Gaza killed over 30 people.
Attacks hit a school in Sheikh Radwan, killing nine people.
Another strike killed nine people near a tent camp in Khan Younis.
Three people were killed while seeking aid at the Netzarim Corridor.
Since May, over 549 people died while trying to get food from aid sites.
The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation, responsible for aid, faces criticism.
Israel's National Security Minister called for stopping humanitarian aid.
Most drinking water production in Gaza is not working, causing shortages.
Efforts for ceasefire talks are being made, but no date is set.
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Three Palestinians died after an attack by Israeli settlers in the village of Kafr Malik in the West Bank. The attack involved property being set on fire, with reports of gunfire exchanged between settlers and Palestinian villagers. The incident occurred amid rising tensions and an increase in settler attacks in the region.
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Three Palestinians were shot and killed in the village of Kafr Malik in the West Bank.
Israeli settlers reportedly set fire to property, including a car and a house, in the incident.
The Israeli military claimed that settlers and villagers threw stones at each other and that some "terrorists" fired at the forces.
Five Israelis were arrested by the Israeli military at the scene.
The Palestinian foreign ministry stated that settlers shot at villagers and said Israeli forces blocked ambulances and fire crews.
About 160 settlements, housing around 700,000 Jews, exist in the West Bank and East Jerusalem, which Palestinians consider part of their future state.
The majority of the international community views these settlements as illegal under international law, despite Israel's disagreement.
Another incident involved an attack in the Palestinian community of Dar Fazaa, where people were injured, and cars were set on fire.
Settler attacks have increased following a recent conflict triggered by Hamas's attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.
The UN reported 487 settler attacks this year, causing injuries or damage, with a noted increase in settlement expansion efforts by the Israeli government.
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A peace agreement between the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Rwanda, supported by the United States, is set to be signed on June 27. The agreement aims to end ongoing conflict in the Great Lakes region of Africa but is tied to concerns over the exploitation of the DRC’s mineral resources, which are crucial for global technology.
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The peace deal is mediated by the United States, with the State of Qatar as a witness.
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has been rich in minerals like coltan, cobalt, lithium, copper, and gold.
These minerals are important for global technologies, making them highly demanded worldwide.
The M23 rebel group, allegedly supported by Rwanda, has been involved in the conflict and profits from controlling mining regions.
Nearly three million people in the DRC have been displaced by ongoing violence.
The official peace agreement text does not address the control or regulation of the mineral sector.
The US seeks to increase its investment in the DRC’s minerals industry, partly to compete with China.
Historically, the DRC has faced exploitation of its resources, leading to conflict and corruption without benefiting local communities.
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Police in Ecuador caught Adolfo Macías Villamar, also known as "Fito," who is the leader of a major criminal gang, Los Choneros. He was found in a hidden underground room under a luxury home and transferred to a high-security prison. The Ecuadorian government plans to extradite him to the US on charges of cocaine smuggling.
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Adolfo Macías Villamar, called "Fito," is a wanted drug lord in Ecuador.
Fito leads Los Choneros, a powerful gang linked to high murder rates in Ecuador.
He allegedly ordered the assassination of a presidential candidate in 2023.
Police found him in an underground bunker in Manta, Ecuador, during a 10-hour operation.
The bunker had amenities like air conditioning, a bed, and a fridge.
Fito has escaped from prison twice before, most recently in January 2024.
The Ecuadorian President plans to extradite him to the United States for drug-related charges.
The operation involved both police and military personnel.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine held a news conference to discuss recent U.S. military strikes on Iran. They addressed leaked intelligence suggesting the strikes only temporarily set back Iran's nuclear program, and criticized the media's coverage.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Gen. Dan Caine talked to the press about U.S. strikes on Iran.
An early intelligence report suggested the strikes set back Iran's nuclear program by only a few months.
President Trump stated the strikes were "devastating," and criticized media questioning of this view.
Hegseth criticized the media for focusing on what he called "fake news" and biased reporting.
The defense secretary noted the preliminary nature of the intelligence report, suggesting more data is needed.
Gen. Dan Caine talked about a recent missile attack on a U.S. base in Qatar.
The press conference included details about U.S. military operations and strategy.
Hegseth mentioned the importance of accurate reporting about military actions and information.
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China attempted to mediate during the 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran. China reached out to both nations and called for peace, concerned about the impact of regional instability on its economic interests, particularly oil supply.
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China tried to mediate in the Israel-Iran conflict, which lasted 12 days.
Israeli action against Iran took place on June 13.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi condemned Israel's actions, calling them against international law.
China, along with Russia and Pakistan, called for an immediate ceasefire at the United Nations.
The Strait of Hormuz, a key route for oil shipments, was threatened by Iran, concerning China.
Over half of China's crude oil imports come from the Middle East.
China’s Belt and Road initiative involves many Middle Eastern countries like Iran and Saudi Arabia.
Experts believe China's diplomatic power in the Middle East remains limited despite its efforts.
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Faith Kipyegon, a top runner from Kenya and a triple Olympic gold medalist, will attempt to be the first woman to run a mile in under four minutes. She must run faster than her current world record of 4:07.64 in Paris at the Stade Charléty track.
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Faith Kipyegon is a famous runner from Kenya with three Olympic gold medals in the 1,500 meters.
She holds the world record for both the mile and 1,500 meters.
Her current mile record time is 4:07.64, which she aims to beat by more than 7.65 seconds.
Over 71 years ago, Roger Bannister was the first man to run a mile in under four minutes.
Kipyegon set the women's mile world record nearly two years ago.
She plans to run each lap of the four-lap mile about two seconds faster for this attempt.
Kipyegon will compete in Paris at Stade Charléty, wearing specially designed gear from Nike.
The event is called "Breaking4: Faith Kipyegon vs. the 4-Minute Mile."
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Six people have died, and over 80,000 people have had to leave their homes in China's Guizhou province because of severe flooding. Floodwaters have affected towns and villages in the Guangxi region, with more risk expected due to an incoming tropical cyclone. Extreme weather this summer has also caused high temperatures and heavy rain elsewhere in China.
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Six people have died from floods in Guizhou province in China.
Over 80,000 people in the region were forced to leave their homes due to flooding.
The floods have spread from Guizhou downstream to parts of the Guangxi region.
Towns and villages by the Liu River in Guangxi are half-submerged in water.
A tropical cyclone is forecasted to make landfall, worsening the situation.
"Exceptionally large floods" have been reported in Rongjiang county, Guizhou.
China is experiencing extreme weather, including severe heat in Beijing.
Thousands were evacuated in Hunan province last week because of heavy rain.
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