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Latvian Foreign Minister Baiba Braže agrees that NATO is a strong defense group and supports President Trump's efforts for peace between Ukraine and Russia. She emphasized that all NATO countries need to be aware of Russia's actions and share intelligence.
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Baiba Braže is the Latvian Foreign Minister.
She stated that NATO is a collective defense alliance.
Braže supports Trump's peace efforts between Ukraine and Russia.
NATO countries, according to Braže, need to be cautious of Russian actions like cyber attacks and other threats.
The discussion happened during a NATO Summit in the Netherlands.
Baže mentioned past incidents like the Skripal attack as examples of Russian aggression.
She agrees with Trump's statement that NATO is not a "rip-off."
NATO countries are sharing intelligence to monitor Russia's activities.
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Denis Villeneuve, a well-known French-Canadian filmmaker, will direct the next James Bond movie. Amazon MGM Studios announced his involvement but did not release details about who will play James Bond.
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Denis Villeneuve will direct the new James Bond film.
Villeneuve is also an executive producer for the movie.
Amazon MGM Studios did not announce the actor for the James Bond role.
Villeneuve previously made successful films like Dune and Blade Runner 2049.
The former Bond producers, Barbara Broccoli and Michael G. Wilson, stepped down in February.
Villeneuve described himself as a big fan of James Bond movies.
The release date for the new Bond film is still unknown.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy signed an agreement with the Council of Europe to set up a special tribunal to prosecute Russian officials, including President Vladimir Putin, for the invasion of Ukraine. Zelenskyy accuses Putin of being a war criminal, and the tribunal aims to hold Russian leaders accountable for their actions.
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Zelenskyy wants Russian President Putin prosecuted for the attack on Ukraine.
A special tribunal is being set up under the Council of Europe to prosecute Russian leaders.
The tribunal will focus on the "crime of aggression" from Russia's 2022 invasion.
The location for the tribunal is not decided, but Zelenskyy suggested The Hague.
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has already issued an arrest warrant for Putin for alleged war crimes.
The tribunal will be the first of its kind under the Council of Europe, separate from the European Union.
Russia was expelled from the Council of Europe following its invasion of Ukraine.
The tribunal could also prosecute individuals from North Korea and Belarus who helped Russia.
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Former U.S. President Donald Trump called for Israel to cancel or pardon the corruption trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Netanyahu, who faces bribery, fraud, and breach of trust charges, began his trial in 2020 and denies any wrongdoing.
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Donald Trump requested Israel to cancel or pardon Netanyahu's corruption trial.
Netanyahu's trial includes charges of bribery, fraud, and breach of trust.
The trial started in 2020 and involves three criminal cases.
Netanyahu has denied the charges and pleaded not guilty.
Israeli President Isaac Herzog has the power to pardon Netanyahu but said no request has been made for a pardon.
Trump expressed frustration with Israel over its military actions post-ceasefire with Iran.
Trump showed support for Netanyahu on his social media platform, Truth Social.
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At the NATO summit in the Netherlands, leaders agreed to increase defense spending significantly, aiming to reach 3.5% of their GDP by 2035. President Trump committed to NATO's collective defense promises and emphasized the need for U.S. support while stress on Ukraine's situation was less prominent than before.
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NATO leaders met in the Netherlands and agreed to increase their defense budgets.
They decided to aim for 3.5% of their GDP for defense spending by 2035.
Allies can include spending on weapons and ammunition for Ukraine in their budget calculations.
NATO also plans to use 1.5% of GDP for improving infrastructure like roads and ports.
Some countries like Spain disagreed with the spending plan, and others, such as Belgium, France, and Italy, may find it hard to reach the target.
President Trump reassured NATO's commitment to collective defense, highlighting the importance of U.S. support.
Ukraine was less of a focus during the meeting, although leaders agreed to continue supporting it.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy attended the summit and met with various leaders, including Trump.
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On June 26, Russian forces reported destroying several drones targeting Moscow and other regions. Meanwhile, NATO allies pledged to increase their defense spending due to the ongoing conflict, and discussions between the U.S., Ukraine, and other nations continue about military aid and potential peace talks.
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Russian air defense destroyed two drones aimed at Moscow.
Moscow’s Vnukovo International Airport briefly stopped flights because of drone threats.
Over 40 Ukrainian drones were reportedly taken down in the Voronezh region.
The Russian Defense Ministry stated 18 drones were destroyed in various areas.
Russian forces claimed control of the Yalta settlement in eastern Ukraine.
NATO allies aim to raise defense spending to 5% of GDP by 2035.
U.S. President Donald Trump mentioned providing more weapons to Ukraine and discussing peace with Russia.
Ukraine and the Council of Europe agreed to create a tribunal for Russian officials over the conflict.
Russian President Putin will not attend the BRICS summit in Brazil due to a warrant from the International Criminal Court.
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Mediators are working hard to reach a ceasefire and hostage release agreement in Gaza, but talks with Israel are currently stalled. Recent Israeli attacks in Gaza have killed at least 45 Palestinians, and ongoing conflicts have involved both Israeli and Hamas forces. The situation remains tense, with efforts continuing to find a resolution.
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Mediators are trying to broker a ceasefire and negotiate a hostage release between Israel and Hamas.
Talks with Israel have stalled, and no new proposals have been received.
Israeli attacks in Gaza recently killed at least 45 Palestinians, according to the Hamas-run health ministry.
The Israeli military reported seven soldiers died in a bomb attack claimed by Hamas.
Israel resumed military actions in Gaza in March, breaking a two-month ceasefire, to pressure Hamas regarding hostages.
Israel and the US support a new aid system, the Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF), to distribute aid without involving the UN.
The GHF claims to have delivered over 44 million meals since May, but faces criticism from the UN and other groups.
At least 549 people have been killed near GHF aid sites since they started distributing aid.
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Zohran Mamdani, a candidate in the Democratic primary for New York City's mayor, proposed several changes such as city-owned grocery stores, more housing, and free bus services. Despite facing strong competition from Andrew Cuomo and controversy over his views on Palestinian rights, Mamdani declared victory, leading by a significant margin with almost all votes counted.
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Zohran Mamdani ran for mayor of New York City with ideas like city-owned grocery stores and free bus rides.
He also proposed freezing rents for tenants who receive government help.
Mamdani's stance on Palestinian rights and criticism of Israeli actions received significant attention.
His main opponent was Andrew Cuomo, a former governor with strong political backing.
Mamdani was initially polling very low but gained popularity through digital media and grassroots efforts.
Nearly every vote has been counted, and Mamdani leads by more than seven percentage points.
His victory is seen by supporters as a sign of growing acceptance of progressive ideas in U.S. politics.
New York City is largely Democratic, making Mamdani the likely winner in the upcoming general election.
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Researchers have started a project to create human DNA from scratch, which is the first time this has been attempted. The project, funded by Wellcome Trust, aims to enhance medical treatments and our understanding of genetics, but some people worry it could be misused.
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Scientists are working on creating human DNA from the ground up, a new effort in the field.
The Wellcome Trust, a major medical charity, has provided £10 million to support this project.
The research could help in developing treatments for diseases and improving healthy aging.
Concerns exist about the potential misuse of the technology for harmful purposes.
The Synthetic Human Genome Project builds on the Human Genome Project, which mapped out human DNA.
The goal is to construct large sections of human DNA to better understand genes.
The research will only be conducted in lab settings, with no creation of synthetic life.
Critics worry about unethical uses, like designing enhanced humans or developing biological weapons.
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The director of the CIA stated that recent US strikes caused significant damage to Iran's nuclear facilities, setting their program back by several years. Contrasting views emerged, as an earlier Pentagon report suggested the damage was less severe, only delaying Iran's nuclear program by a few months.
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The CIA director said US strikes damaged Iran's nuclear sites severely, setting them back years.
An earlier Pentagon report claimed the strikes only delayed Iran's nuclear efforts by a few months.
The US President said the facilities were "obliterated," while CIA information indicated some key sites were destroyed.
The US operation involved 125 military aircraft targeting main Iranian nuclear facilities.
Satellite images showed damage at nuclear sites, but it is unclear if all underground facilities were destroyed.
There were conflicting assessments between different US intelligence agencies.
The UN nuclear watchdog suggested Iran might have moved some of its enriched uranium to other locations.
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The iconic Hindi film Sholay is returning to the big screen 50 years after its first release. A fully restored version with its original ending and deleted scenes will premiere at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival in Italy. This version brings back the original conclusion that censors had changed during its initial release.
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Sholay was first released in 1975 and is considered one of the most iconic films in Hindi cinema.
The film's original ending, which had been altered due to censorship, has been restored.
Sholay will premiere at the Il Cinema Ritrovato Festival on an open-air screen in Bologna, Italy.
The movie features famous actors like Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra.
It tells the story of two small-time criminals hired to capture a notorious bandit in a fictional village.
Sholay ran for five years at a large theater in Mumbai and was voted "Film of the Millennium" in a BBC India poll.
The film's music and dialogues were highly popular, selling half a million records and cassettes.
The restoration process was challenging due to the poor condition of the original film materials.
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A BBC investigation found that ticket touts are employing people overseas to buy large numbers of tickets for popular concerts like those of Oasis and Taylor Swift. These tickets are then resold at much higher prices on resale websites, making significant profits. The UK government is planning new laws to tackle this issue, but many believe these changes may not be sufficient.
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Ticket resale prices for the Oasis reunion tour reached over £6,000, much higher than their original price.
Touts hire overseas workers, known as "ticket pullers," to buy tickets in bulk.
An undercover reporter found that one such company could purchase hundreds of tickets for concerts.
The UK is working on new laws to restrict ticket touting practices.
Over 900,000 Oasis tour tickets sold out quickly, leaving many fans without tickets.
Some touts use illegal software and multiple identities to buy tickets, which might be considered fraud.
A ticket pulling company boss claimed people can earn millions through these practices.
Ticketing platforms usually limit how many tickets a person can buy, but touts bypass this to resell tickets.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iran's Supreme Leader, stayed hidden in a secret location during a war with Israel due to fears for his safety. After a ceasefire, the conflict left Iran's military weakened and led to increased dissatisfaction among Iranians with Khamenei's leadership and his handling of the country's tensions with Israel and the US.
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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is Iran's Supreme Leader and is 86 years old.
He hid in a secret location during the recent conflict with Israel due to assassination fears.
The US and Qatar helped broker a ceasefire between Iran and Israel.
Israel's military actions weakened Iran's military and damaged nuclear facilities.
Many Iranians hold Khamenei responsible for the country's troubles, including economic struggles from sanctions and the war.
There is growing discontent among Iranians about the leadership and its future.
Top Iranian figures and scholars may be discussing changes in leadership.
The war has left many Iranians frustrated and questioning the regime's decisions.
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The world's oldest known boomerang was found in a cave in Poland and is now thought to be 40,000 years old. Made from a mammoth tusk, it would not have returned when thrown and was likely used for hunting or rituals. Researchers used new dating techniques to determine its age, providing insights into ancient human craftsmanship.
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The boomerang was discovered in Oblazowa Cave in southern Poland in 1985.
It is made from mammoth ivory and is about the size of a baseball bat.
New radiocarbon dating shows it is between 39,000 and 42,000 years old.
The boomerang would have flown but not returned to the thrower.
It might have been used for hunting or in cultural rituals.
It shows evidence of polishing and carving, indicating skilled craftsmanship.
The study involved researchers from Poland, Italy, Germany, France, Switzerland, and the UK and was published in the journal PLOS One.
Boomerangs have been used in various cultures globally, with the oldest known from Australia dating back 10,500 years ago.
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At least four Palestinians, including a teenager, were killed in the occupied West Bank. Two separate incidents involved Israeli settlers attacking a town and Israeli forces conducting a raid. Several others were injured during these events.
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Four Palestinians died in the West Bank, including a teenage boy.
Israeli settlers attacked the town of Kafr Malek, killing three Palestinians and injuring seven.
Israeli soldiers provided protection for the settlers during the attack.
A 15-year-old boy named Rayan Tamer Houshieh was shot and killed by Israeli forces in a separate incident in al-Yamoun.
The Palestinian Red Crescent provided medical care for at least five people with gunshot wounds.
Another teenager, 13-year-old Ammar Hamayel, was killed earlier in the same area.
There are more than 3 million Palestinians living in the West Bank under Israeli control, alongside about 500,000 Israeli settlers.
The United Nations has expressed concern about violence by Israeli settlers and forces in the West Bank.
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A shooting during a religious event in Irapuato, Guanajuato, Mexico, left 11 people dead and over 20 injured. The incident happened amid ongoing violence in the region, linked to gang conflicts.
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The shooting occurred during a celebration for the Nativity of John the Baptist in Irapuato, Mexico.
11 people were killed, including a 17-year-old, eight men, and two women.
At least 20 other people were injured in the attack.
The Guanajuato state prosecutor’s office is investigating the incident.
Guanajuato is a region in Mexico with high levels of violence due to gang conflicts.
Local officials are calling the attack a "cowardly act" and are seeking those responsible.
Psychological support is being offered to the families affected by the attack.
Guanajuato recorded over 3,000 homicides last year, the highest in Mexico.
The violence in Guanajuato is largely attributed to a conflict between the Santa Rosa de Lima gang and the Jalisco New Generation cartel.
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Iranian authorities are working to increase punishments for those accused of spying and cooperating with countries like Israel and the United States. Following a 12-day conflict, Iran's parliament passed a plan to enforce stricter penalties, including the death penalty for certain crimes related to espionage and national security. Recently, three Iranians were executed for alleged collaboration with Israel, with further arrests and legal actions continuing across the country.
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Iranian authorities plan to enforce stricter penalties for cooperation with foreign governments, especially after a recent conflict.
President Masoud Pezeshkian described the recent ceasefire as a "historic victory."
The Iranian parliament approved harsher punishments for espionage and collaboration with certain foreign countries.
Crimes viewed as "corruption on Earth" could face the death penalty.
New laws focus on espionage and people connected to weapons and receiving money or cryptocurrency from hostile nations.
Recent executions include three people accused of helping Israel, tied to the assassination of a nuclear scientist.
Over 600 people were reportedly killed during the 12-day conflict through Israeli attacks.
More than 700 arrests were made during the conflict, with ongoing legal actions across multiple provinces in Iran.
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Marine Le Pen, leader of France's National Rally Party, has suggested Jordan Bardella might take her place in the 2027 presidential election. This comes after she was banned from holding public office due to a conviction, which she is appealing.
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Marine Le Pen leads the far-right National Rally party in France.
She has been banned from public office for five years due to a conviction related to EU funds.
Le Pen appealed the conviction and is awaiting a decision from a Paris court in 2026.
She has proposed Jordan Bardella as her potential successor for the upcoming election.
Jordan Bardella became president of the National Rally in 2022.
Le Pen believes stopping her candidacy could upset voters.
French law prevents current President Emmanuel Macron from running for a third term.
Recent polls show Jordan Bardella is slightly more popular than Le Pen.
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Real Madrid will face Red Bull Salzburg in Group H of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. The match will take place on Thursday, June 26, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia, USA. A draw will ensure Real Madrid a top-two finish in their group, while Salzburg needs a win to guarantee advancement to the knockout stages.
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Real Madrid plays against Red Bull Salzburg in the FIFA Club World Cup 2025.
The match is scheduled for June 26 at 9 pm local time in Philadelphia.
Real Madrid only needs a draw to finish in the top two of their group.
Salzburg must win to guarantee progression to the knockout stages.
Kylian Mbappe is training but not included in Real Madrid’s squad for this match due to recent illness.
Real Madrid qualified for the Club World Cup by winning the 2022 UEFA Champions League.
Salzburg qualified through consistent performances in the UEFA Champions League over the last four years.
In their last encounter, Real Madrid defeated Salzburg 5-1 in a Champions League match.
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Fighting between Israel and Gaza continued even as a ceasefire with Iran was reached through US help. Qatar has started new efforts to mediate and stop the violence.
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Israel and Gaza are in conflict, while a recent ceasefire with Iran took place.
The United States helped broker the ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Qatar is trying to mediate and end the violence in the region.
The situation involves complex issues including long-standing political disputes.
Several experts are discussing the chances for peace, indicating ongoing diplomatic efforts.
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