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Trump becomes oldest elected US president
Times of IndiaArchived
Trump is the oldest person ever elected US president, surpassing Joe Biden, who marked his own 80th birthday privately in 2022. The contrast between a quiet family brunch and a White House UFC spectacle reflects Trump's preference for political theatre.
Iran says no point in US peace talks after Beirut strike
NDTVArchived
NDTV reported that Iran said there was no point in peace talks with the United States after Israel struck Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs. Iranian negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accused Washington of lacking the will or ability to uphold commitments.
Royal Marines board Russian shadow fleet tanker
BBCArchived
BBC reported that Royal Marine Commandos and National Crime Agency officers boarded a Russian shadow fleet oil tanker named Smyrtos in the English Channel. The UK said the six-hour operation was the first of its kind by British armed forces.
Israel strikes Hezbollah targets in Beirut
The New York TimesArchived
The New York Times link was blocked, but related reporting said Israel struck Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs after drones hit northern Israel. Lebanese reports said at least three people were killed, and the strikes raised pressure on US-Iran diplomacy.
Israeli media tracks anxiety over Iran deal
YnetArchived
Ynet reported on Israeli concern as the US and Iran appeared close to a deal. Israeli officials and commentators have warned that Israel may have limited influence over the agreement and fear it could leave Iran with leverage.
Trump says Iran deal to be signed today
Al JazeeraArchived
Al Jazeera reported that Donald Trump said a US-Iran agreement would be signed today, while Tehran urged caution and disputed the timing. The live updates said the expected memorandum remains ambiguous, with questions around Hormuz, frozen assets and nuclear follow-up talks.
Bangladesh Jamaat questions Dinesh Trivedi remarks
The HinduArchived
The Hindu reported that Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami chief Shafiqur Rahman sought clarification over Indian High Commissioner-designate Dinesh Trivedi's remarks about India and Bangladesh becoming one in their efforts. Rahman said both countries are independent states.
Switzerland votes on 10 million population cap
Times of IndiaArchived
Times of India reported on why Switzerland is voting on whether to cap its population at 10 million. The proposal reflects debate over immigration, housing, infrastructure, environment and the pressures of rapid demographic growth.
Indian-origin man stabbed to death in London
MoneycontrolArchived
Moneycontrol reported that Indian-origin man Gurbhej Singh was stabbed to death in London, and seven people were arrested in connection with the case. The report adds to concerns over violent crime involving diaspora communities in the UK.
Trump shares AI image of US troops advancing
Times of IndiaArchived
Times of India reported that Donald Trump shared an AI-generated image showing US troops advancing, along with the phrase 'you're getting discombobulated, commander-in-chief'. The post drew attention amid heightened military messaging and conflict coverage.
Trump tells Netanyahu Iran deal could be days away
MoneycontrolArchived
Moneycontrol reported that Donald Trump told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that a US-Iran peace deal is close to completion and could be signed within days. Trump reportedly told Netanyahu it was time to end the war.
Judge keeps order removing Trump's name from Kennedy Centre
The HinduArchived
The Hindu reported that a federal judge declined to pause an order requiring Donald Trump's name to be removed from the Kennedy Centre for the Performing Arts. Judge Christopher Cooper ruled that only Congress could rename the venue memorialising John F Kennedy.
Trump says Niño Guerrero killed in Venezuela strike
Hindustan TimesArchived
Hindustan Times reported that Donald Trump said US forces killed Niño Guerrero, leader of Tren de Aragua, in Venezuela. Trump said the operation was coordinated with US friends in Venezuela and called the gang one of the world's most bloodthirsty terrorist organisations.)
Indian-origin man jailed 34 years in UK rape case
FirstpostArchived
Firstpost reported that Indian-origin man Gagandeep Singh was sentenced to 34 years in the UK after being convicted of kidnapping, torturing and raping a 24-year-old woman in London. He was found guilty at Isleworth Crown Court.
India-Bangladesh talks focus on push-ins
The Telegraph IndiaArchived
The Telegraph reported that BSF and Border Guard Bangladesh discussed illegal, inadvertent and forcible crossings during DG-level talks in Delhi. Bangladeshi officials reportedly raised alleged forcible push-ins of suspected Bangladeshi nationals by India.
Indian crew distress call after US missile strike
BBCArchived
BBC Verify reported that Indian crew aboard the sanctioned tanker Marivex issued a distress call after the ship was hit by a US missile off Oman. The crew said the engine room had been struck, the vessel was on fire and sinking, and asked for immediate help.
Trump accuses Iran of attacking Indian ships
The HinduArchived
The Hindu reported that Donald Trump accused Iran of drone attacks against Indian ships leaving the Strait of Hormuz, calling the alleged action totally unacceptable. Tehran rejected the accusation as baseless and said it diverted attention from US attacks on vessels with Indian
Pakistan targets 18 percent tax revenue rise
NDTVArchived
NDTV reported that Pakistan's government presented an 18.77 trillion rupee budget targeting an 18 percent rise in tax revenues to meet IMF-linked fiscal targets. Defence spending is set to rise 16 percent while development spending remains flat.
Iran announces closure of Strait of Hormuz
Akashvani NewsArchived
Akashvani News reported that Iran announced closure of the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping after fresh US military strikes on Iranian infrastructure near the waterway. The US rejected the claim and said commercial traffic continued to move through the strait.
Defence spending row exposes Labour leadership strain
BBCArchived
Former Defence Secretary John Healey accused Starmer of being unable to commit enough resources to keep the country safe. Starmer rejected that analysis, warning potential challengers that any prime minister would face the same fiscal trade-offs.
Pope Leo says all of us are migrants
The GuardianArchived
The Guardian reported that Pope Leo, arriving in Tenerife on the final day of his Spain tour, told migrants that all of us are migrants. He visited the Las Raices reception centre and focused his message on dignity, aid and humane treatment for people crossing dangerous routes.
US-Iran war live updates track deal uncertainty
The HinduArchived
The Hindu's live coverage tracked the US-Israel-Iran conflict as reports of a possible deal competed with continuing tensions over Bandar Abbas strikes, Hormuz access and Iran's negotiating red lines. The live page followed diplomatic claims, oil-market concerns and regional secu
US-Iran talks dominate live war updates
Hindustan TimesArchived
Hindustan Times live updates tracked the fast-moving US-Iran conflict as Trump claimed a peace deal was near, Iran disputed finalisation, and attention stayed on the Strait of Hormuz, regional strikes and Gulf shipping risks.
China arrests US scholar on spying suspicion
BBCArchived
BBC reported that China confirmed the arrest of US scholar U Min Zin, accusing him of spying and endangering national security. Min Zin is a Myanmar-focused think tank director and was reportedly arrested in Kunming in early June.US and Iran edge toward Hormuz deal
BloombergArchived
Bloomberg reported that the US and Iran may sign an interim agreement near the G7 summit to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Geneva has been floated as a possible location, with officials discussing a signing as soon as the weekend before or around the G7 meetings.
Pope Leo warns traffickers exploiting migrants
NDTVArchived
NDTV reported that Pope Leo, visiting Spain's Canary Islands, warned human traffickers and criminal groups exploiting migrants to stop and repent. He said those organising deadly routes would face divine justice for every life lost and family deceived.
Starmer says he will fight to stay in job
The HinduArchived
The Hindu reported that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer rejected claims he had lost authority and said he would fight to remain in office. His comments followed Defence Minister John Healey's resignation over military funding concerns.
Thailand mourns Princess Bajrakitiyabha
The GuardianArchived
The Guardian reported on crowds mourning the death of Thailand's Princess Bajrakitiyabha, widely known as Princess Bha. The 47-year-old royal died after more than three years in a coma following a collapse in December 2022.
Trump cancels Iran strikes as deal talk grows
NDTVArchived
NDTV live updates reported that Donald Trump cancelled planned strikes on Iran after saying talks were approved at the highest level of Iranian leadership. The US said its naval blockade would continue until a final agreement is signed.
WHO warns Ebola outbreak is spreading in DR Congo
NDTVArchived
NDTV reported that WHO warned the Ebola outbreak in northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo is spreading into new areas. Since the outbreak was declared on May 15, there have been 676 confirmed cases and 136 deaths, with more suspected cases.
Netanyahu reportedly surprised by Trump Iran deal claim
News18Archived
News18 reported, citing Axios, that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was caught by surprise when Donald Trump announced he had cancelled further strikes against Iran and said Iranian leadership had approved a draft framework agreement.
Starmer hit by defence spending resignations
BBCArchived
BBC live updates reported that UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faced renewed pressure after Armed Forces Minister Al Carns resigned following Defence Secretary John Healey's departure. Both quit over concerns that the defence investment plan was not sufficiently funded or transfor
Yoon gets 30 more years in South Korea
BBCArchived
BBC reported that jailed former South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to 30 more years in prison for sending drones into North Korea. Prosecutors argued he ordered the operation to provoke Pyongyang and create a pretext for his failed martial law bid.Trump cancels planned Iran strikes
NDTVArchived
NDTV reported that US President Donald Trump cancelled scheduled strikes on Iran after saying talks had been approved at the highest level of Iranian leadership. Trump claimed key points of a potential agreement had been worked out with several regional partners.
Iran warns US over oil infrastructure threat
NDTV ProfitArchived
NDTV Profit reported that Iran issued a stern warning after Trump vowed to seize Iranian oil infrastructure. Iranian officials warned that such actions could trap the US in a prolonged conflict and worsen regional instability.
UN confirms 13 civilians killed in Pakistan strikes
The HinduArchived
The Hindu reported that the UN mission in Afghanistan confirmed the death toll of 13 civilians in Pakistani airstrikes. The confirmation comes amid heightened tensions between Pakistan and Afghanistan over cross-border militant violence and military action.
Canada weighs social media ban for children
The GuardianArchived
The Guardian reported that Canada is considering legislation that would ban children under 16 from social media. The proposal reflects growing global concern over children's online safety, platform design and the mental health effects of social media use.
Kenya pays 50 percent premium in airport deal
NDTVArchived
NDTV reported that Kenya is paying a 50 percent premium after a Chinese firm won an airport deal following cancellation of an earlier Adani agreement. The new deal has drawn attention because the replacement arrangement appears costlier than the scrapped proposal.
Trump threatens US move on Kharg Island
Al JazeeraArchived
Al Jazeera reported that US President Donald Trump said the United States would hit Iran very hard and would eventually take Kharg Island and other Iranian oil infrastructure points. The threat came after two days of US-Iran strikes and amid fears that ceasefire talks could colla
Pentagon locked down after false hazmat alarm
CNNArchived
CNN reported that the Pentagon was locked down and partially evacuated after a hazardous materials sensor triggered a false alarm. Multiple floors and corridors were initially locked down or evacuated after the system indicated a possible air quality issue linked to anthrax detec
UK defence chief quits after funding clash
NDTV ProfitArchived
UK Defence Secretary John Healey resigned, citing constraints placed on his delayed defence investment plan by the Treasury. In his resignation letter, he said Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Treasury had failed to commit resources needed to defend the country amid rising thr
UK defence minister John Healey resigns
NDTVArchived
British defence minister John Healey resigned over a dispute on military spending, accusing Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Treasury of failing to commit enough resources to defend the country amid rising threats. His resignation came with a sharp public letter.
US admits Hellfire strike on MT Jalveer
NDTVArchived
US Central Command said an American aircraft fired two Hellfire missiles into the engine room of the Guinea-Bissau-flagged MT Jalveer off Oman after the crew allegedly failed to comply with directions. It was the third ship with Indian crew attacked near Oman in recent days.
China warns India on Dalai Lama succession
NDTV ProfitArchived
China reiterated that the Dalai Lama's reincarnation is an internal matter to be handled by Beijing under Chinese law and historical practice. A Chinese embassy spokesperson urged India to avoid steps that could affect bilateral ties over Tibet and the succession issue.
Indians in Belfast fear racist violence
NDTVArchived
The Indian community in Northern Ireland is living in fear as anti-immigrant protests and violence continue in Belfast and nearby areas. Rioters set fire to an under-construction Indian grocery store in north Belfast, and migrants have reportedly been targeted after unrest spread
IRGC warns US over Hormuz operations
NDTV ProfitArchived
IRGC Aerospace Force commander Brigadier General Seyed Majid Mousavi warned the United States that Iran would make the region hell if Washington continued military operations around the Strait of Hormuz. The warning followed fresh US strikes on multiple cities in southern Iran.
Trump signs $70 billion Secure America Act
NDTV ProfitArchived
US President Donald Trump signed the Secure America Act, a Republican-led law providing long-term funding for ICE and Border Patrol through 2029. The nearly $70 billion reconciliation package passed the House by a narrow 214-212 vote after weeks of delays and negotiations.
Trump says US removed Iranian oil nightly
NDTV ProfitArchived
US President Donald Trump claimed American efforts discreetly removed millions of barrels of Iranian oil every night during the conflict, helping prevent global oil prices from surging. He said the operation had not been publicly discussed earlier to avoid compromising its effect
Bill Gates says Epstein ties were judgement error
NDTVArchived
Bill Gates told US lawmakers he never victimised anyone and described his meetings with Jeffrey Epstein as a grave error in judgement. Gates appeared before the House Oversight Committee for a transcribed interview about his contacts with the late sex offender.
Missing German model appears in Epstein files
NDTVArchived
A German model missing for nearly 11 years has been named in the Epstein files, according to Der Spiegel. The woman, identified only as Michele, left her family home in September 2015 at age 22 and has not been heard from since.