June 16, 2025
US
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Vance Boelter ended the statewide manhunt by crawling out of hiding near Green Isle and surrendering to police after killing Minnesota State Representative Melissa Hortman. Court documents revealed Boelter possessed a hit list of 45 officials and had visited four lawmakers' homes that night, also killing Hortman's rescue dog during the attack. He claimed poverty in court despite owning seven cars and a home.
The Israel-Iran conflict escalated as Iranian missiles killed eight Israelis while Israel struck Iranian state television during a live broadcast. Netanyahu claimed the strikes set Iran's nuclear program back years and refused to rule out targeting Supreme Leader Khamenei. Iran signaled willingness to negotiate with Trump, with reports suggesting they want to abandon nuclear enrichment to save the regime.
Trump attended the G7 summit in Canada, announcing a UK trade deal before complications emerged. He rejected the G7's proposed Iran statement and told Tehran residents to evacuate immediately, while unprecedented numbers of US warplanes deployed across the Atlantic.
The Israel-Iran conflict escalated as Iranian missiles killed eight Israelis while Israel struck Iranian state television during a live broadcast. Netanyahu claimed the strikes set Iran's nuclear program back years and refused to rule out targeting Supreme Leader Khamenei. Iran signaled willingness to negotiate with Trump, with reports suggesting they want to abandon nuclear enrichment to save the regime.
Trump attended the G7 summit in Canada, announcing a UK trade deal before complications emerged. He rejected the G7's proposed Iran statement and told Tehran residents to evacuate immediately, while unprecedented numbers of US warplanes deployed across the Atlantic.
Israel
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Iran's overnight missile barrage killed eight Israelis in direct hits on residential buildings in Petah Tikva, Bnei Brak, and Haifa. The attack marked the deadliest Iranian strike on Israeli civilians, with casualties including 94-year-old Blina Ashkenazi and three workers at the Bazan oil refinery.
Israel responded by crippling Iran's nuclear program. The IAEA chief confirmed all 15,000 centrifuges at Natanz were destroyed or severely damaged. Israeli forces bombed Iran's state television during a live broadcast, with footage showing the presenter fleeing as explosions rocked the Tehran studio.
By afternoon, Iran desperately sought negotiations through intermediaries, with Trump confirming Tehran wanted to discuss de-escalation. Netanyahu held his first press conference since the war began, declaring Israel controls Tehran's skies and refusing to rule out assassinating Khamenei. Iran launched three additional smaller missile barrages throughout the day, all intercepted or landing in open areas. Trump concluded the evening by ordering all residents to evacuate Tehran immediately.
Israel responded by crippling Iran's nuclear program. The IAEA chief confirmed all 15,000 centrifuges at Natanz were destroyed or severely damaged. Israeli forces bombed Iran's state television during a live broadcast, with footage showing the presenter fleeing as explosions rocked the Tehran studio.
By afternoon, Iran desperately sought negotiations through intermediaries, with Trump confirming Tehran wanted to discuss de-escalation. Netanyahu held his first press conference since the war began, declaring Israel controls Tehran's skies and refusing to rule out assassinating Khamenei. Iran launched three additional smaller missile barrages throughout the day, all intercepted or landing in open areas. Trump concluded the evening by ordering all residents to evacuate Tehran immediately.
Germany
•16.06.2025
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•69 days ago
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Israel's campaign against Iran entered a decisive phase as Netanyahu ordered Tehran residents to evacuate, signaling preparation for expanded strikes on the capital. German outlets tracked the conflict's evolution from overnight rocket exchanges to daylight bombing of Iran's state television during live broadcasts.
By afternoon, Netanyahu articulated three war objectives while Israeli forces targeted Revolutionary Guard command centers deep within Tehran. The escalation prompted what German media described as an exodus from the Iranian capital, with reports of "death in the air." Iran responded by hitting the US embassy in Tel Aviv, directly involving America despite Trump's preference for diplomatic solutions.
German domestic coverage focused on the country's diplomatic isolation, with outlets describing Germany as retreating to "the sulking corner" while avoiding active mediation. The Greens demanded deportation stops to Iran as Chancellor Merz faced his first major international test at the G7 summit, meeting Trump while tensions escalated beyond previous diplomatic frameworks.
By afternoon, Netanyahu articulated three war objectives while Israeli forces targeted Revolutionary Guard command centers deep within Tehran. The escalation prompted what German media described as an exodus from the Iranian capital, with reports of "death in the air." Iran responded by hitting the US embassy in Tel Aviv, directly involving America despite Trump's preference for diplomatic solutions.
German domestic coverage focused on the country's diplomatic isolation, with outlets describing Germany as retreating to "the sulking corner" while avoiding active mediation. The Greens demanded deportation stops to Iran as Chancellor Merz faced his first major international test at the G7 summit, meeting Trump while tensions escalated beyond previous diplomatic frameworks.
France
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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The Israel-Iran conflict entered its fourth day with an Iranian missile striking a branch of the US embassy in Tel Aviv, marking American infrastructure as a direct target. Israeli strikes expanded beyond military installations to hit Iran's state television headquarters in Tehran, forcing evacuations and interrupting broadcasts. Netanyahu escalated rhetoric by claiming that eliminating Supreme Leader Khamenei would "end the conflict," while Iran announced continuous strikes "without interruption until dawn."
The Bourget Air Show opened amid controversy as French authorities closed Israeli defense stands, prompting Israel's president to denounce the decision as "scandalous." Detailed accounts emerged of Mossad's infiltration operations, with reports describing Iran as becoming "the Mossad's playground" through years of preparation.
Over 530,000 French students completed their philosophy baccalaureate exam, tackling questions about technology's future role and society's need for art. Prime Minister Bayrou faced mounting criticism, with reports that Macron was "very annoyed by his inertia."
The Bourget Air Show opened amid controversy as French authorities closed Israeli defense stands, prompting Israel's president to denounce the decision as "scandalous." Detailed accounts emerged of Mossad's infiltration operations, with reports describing Iran as becoming "the Mossad's playground" through years of preparation.
Over 530,000 French students completed their philosophy baccalaureate exam, tackling questions about technology's future role and society's need for art. Prime Minister Bayrou faced mounting criticism, with reports that Macron was "very annoyed by his inertia."
Lebanon
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Israeli forces claimed to have killed four senior Iranian intelligence officials including the Revolutionary Guard intelligence chief, escalating beyond the previous days' nuclear facility strikes. Netanyahu declared Israeli control over Tehran's airspace and issued the first evacuation warning for a specific Tehran district.
Lebanon's cabinet approved diplomatic formations while reducing ambassador positions, as officials emphasized keeping the country away from conflicts. President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam stressed neutrality efforts amid questions about whether Lebanon could remain outside the expanding war.
Israeli strikes targeted Iranian state television infrastructure, with footage showing live broadcasts interrupted by explosions. Iran's Revolutionary Guard advised Tel Aviv residents to evacuate immediately, while Trump suggested Iranians wanted a deal. By evening, Iran launched what it called a "double strike" promising to "turn night into day," with attacks continuing until morning according to Iranian sources.
Lebanon's cabinet approved diplomatic formations while reducing ambassador positions, as officials emphasized keeping the country away from conflicts. President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam stressed neutrality efforts amid questions about whether Lebanon could remain outside the expanding war.
Israeli strikes targeted Iranian state television infrastructure, with footage showing live broadcasts interrupted by explosions. Iran's Revolutionary Guard advised Tel Aviv residents to evacuate immediately, while Trump suggested Iranians wanted a deal. By evening, Iran launched what it called a "double strike" promising to "turn night into day," with attacks continuing until morning according to Iranian sources.
Ukraine
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Ukraine completed repatriation of 1,245 bodies under the Istanbul agreements, bringing the total to over 6,000 returned soldiers. Interior Ministry officials noted Russia accidentally included bodies of its own military personnel in the transfer.
Zelensky made his first visit to Austria since the invasion began, meeting with the president while announcing plans to discuss weapons purchases with Trump at the upcoming G7 summit. After eight months without leadership, he nominated tax chief Ruslan Kravchenko as prosecutor general.
Trump delivered contradictory statements about Russia's 2014 G8 exclusion, calling it "a mistake" while claiming Putin felt "very offended" by the removal. Military analysts reported Russian forces attempting to encircle Kostiantynivka from three directions.
The day concluded with a massive drone assault on Kyiv that wounded 14 civilians, with one person in critical condition. Ukrainian media continued tracking the Israel-Iran conflict, noting Macron's rejection of Trump's proposal for Putin to mediate between the adversaries.
Zelensky made his first visit to Austria since the invasion began, meeting with the president while announcing plans to discuss weapons purchases with Trump at the upcoming G7 summit. After eight months without leadership, he nominated tax chief Ruslan Kravchenko as prosecutor general.
Trump delivered contradictory statements about Russia's 2014 G8 exclusion, calling it "a mistake" while claiming Putin felt "very offended" by the removal. Military analysts reported Russian forces attempting to encircle Kostiantynivka from three directions.
The day concluded with a massive drone assault on Kyiv that wounded 14 civilians, with one person in critical condition. Ukrainian media continued tracking the Israel-Iran conflict, noting Macron's rejection of Trump's proposal for Putin to mediate between the adversaries.
Palestine
•16.06.2025
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•69 days ago
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Iranian missile strikes escalated throughout the day, with sources reporting 100-rocket barrages targeting Haifa and Tel Aviv while Israel reduced Gaza forces to reinforce borders with Jordan and Egypt. Palestinian media documented 56 killed in Gaza since dawn, including 20 at a Rafah aid distribution center, bringing the total to over 55,400 dead since October.
Iran rejected negotiations until completing its retaliation, appointing Colonel Iman Tajik as spokesman for "Operation True Promise 3." Israeli strikes hit Iranian state television during live broadcasts, while Iranian agencies claimed downing an F-35 fighter over Tabriz. By evening, Trump dramatically escalated rhetoric, ordering "everyone" to evacuate Tehran immediately after rejecting G7 calls for de-escalation.
Gaza's humanitarian crisis deepened with UN agencies reporting 2.1 million facing starvation, while Palestinian resistance forces reported killing Israeli officers in Khan Younis operations. Communications remained severed across southern and central Gaza as the conflict entered day 619.
Iran rejected negotiations until completing its retaliation, appointing Colonel Iman Tajik as spokesman for "Operation True Promise 3." Israeli strikes hit Iranian state television during live broadcasts, while Iranian agencies claimed downing an F-35 fighter over Tabriz. By evening, Trump dramatically escalated rhetoric, ordering "everyone" to evacuate Tehran immediately after rejecting G7 calls for de-escalation.
Gaza's humanitarian crisis deepened with UN agencies reporting 2.1 million facing starvation, while Palestinian resistance forces reported killing Israeli officers in Khan Younis operations. Communications remained severed across southern and central Gaza as the conflict entered day 619.
UK
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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The Casey Report into grooming gangs dominated coverage, revealing what authorities called "clear evidence" linking Pakistani men to child abuse networks. The report found children were blamed for crimes committed against them, while flawed data was repeatedly used to dismiss claims about Asian grooming gangs. Home Secretary Cooper announced ethnicity of suspects would now be logged after years of authorities "dodging" the truth. Conservative leader Badenoch attacked Starmer's previous dismissal of inquiry calls as "extraordinary failure of leadership."
The Iran-Israel conflict continued its fourth day with Iranian state television bombed during a live broadcast, forcing anchors to flee as debris fell in the studio. Israeli forces issued evacuation warnings for parts of Tehran while claiming full control over Iranian airspace. By evening, Trump announced a completed US-UK trade deal at the G7, though footage showed Starmer picking up papers Trump had dropped.
The Air India crash investigation progressed with new footage showing the British survivor walking away while the plane exploded behind him.
The Iran-Israel conflict continued its fourth day with Iranian state television bombed during a live broadcast, forcing anchors to flee as debris fell in the studio. Israeli forces issued evacuation warnings for parts of Tehran while claiming full control over Iranian airspace. By evening, Trump announced a completed US-UK trade deal at the G7, though footage showed Starmer picking up papers Trump had dropped.
The Air India crash investigation progressed with new footage showing the British survivor walking away while the plane exploded behind him.
Iran
•16.06.2025
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•69 days ago
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Iranian media reported launching new waves of missile strikes against Israel, claiming to deploy hypersonic weapons and suicide drones in what outlets described as the heaviest attacks yet. State media claimed Iranian rockets hit Tel Aviv and Haifa while reporting 45 women and children killed in Israeli strikes.
The escalation peaked when Israel struck Iran's state broadcasting headquarters during a live news broadcast, with explosion sounds audible on air as the anchor announced the attack in real-time. The strike followed Israeli Defense Minister warnings that state television would "soon disappear."
Parliament approved a new Economy Minister as Tehran authorities ordered evacuation of District 3. Iranian officials executed a convicted Mossad spy and unveiled a new suicide drone. President Pezeshkian warned of "more painful responses" if the US fails to restrain Israel, while Netanyahu suggested targeting Khamenei would end the conflict.
The escalation peaked when Israel struck Iran's state broadcasting headquarters during a live news broadcast, with explosion sounds audible on air as the anchor announced the attack in real-time. The strike followed Israeli Defense Minister warnings that state television would "soon disappear."
Parliament approved a new Economy Minister as Tehran authorities ordered evacuation of District 3. Iranian officials executed a convicted Mossad spy and unveiled a new suicide drone. President Pezeshkian warned of "more painful responses" if the US fails to restrain Israel, while Netanyahu suggested targeting Khamenei would end the conflict.
Russia
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Russian media announced the completion of body exchanges with Ukraine, revealing Russia transferred 6,060 Ukrainian military bodies while receiving only 78 Russian remains—a 78-to-1 ratio officials framed as fulfilling Istanbul negotiation promises. The stark disparity dominated morning coverage across multiple outlets.
As Iran-Israel escalation continued from previous days, casualties climbed to eight dead and over 90 wounded from overnight Iranian strikes. Netanyahu explicitly threatened Iran's Supreme Leader with assassination, while satellites detected damage at Iran's Fordo nuclear facility. Russia positioned itself as potential mediator, with Putin and Erdogan condemning Israeli operations.
The United States canceled scheduled diplomatic consultations on embassy operations, with Russian officials attributing the decision to American initiative. By evening, Iran launched new rocket barrages against Israel while claiming Israeli strikes had targeted decoy aircraft rather than real jets. Trump stated he opposed tightening sanctions against Russia, describing them as costing America billions.
As Iran-Israel escalation continued from previous days, casualties climbed to eight dead and over 90 wounded from overnight Iranian strikes. Netanyahu explicitly threatened Iran's Supreme Leader with assassination, while satellites detected damage at Iran's Fordo nuclear facility. Russia positioned itself as potential mediator, with Putin and Erdogan condemning Israeli operations.
The United States canceled scheduled diplomatic consultations on embassy operations, with Russian officials attributing the decision to American initiative. By evening, Iran launched new rocket barrages against Israel while claiming Israeli strikes had targeted decoy aircraft rather than real jets. Trump stated he opposed tightening sanctions against Russia, describing them as costing America billions.
Italy
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Casualty figures fluctuated throughout the morning as Italian media tracked Iranian missile strikes that killed between three and eight Israeli civilians, while Iran reported 224 deaths from Israeli bombardments. Netanyahu escalated rhetoric by midday, declaring Israel "dominates Tehran's skies" and claiming control of Iranian airspace represented a fundamental shift in the conflict.
The day's most significant development came when Israeli forces bombed Iran's state television headquarters, with broadcasts interrupted and journalists fleeing on air. Netanyahu then explicitly stated that killing Khamenei would end the war, marking the first direct assassination threat against Iran's Supreme Leader.
Reports emerged of Khamenei's staff seeking safe passage to Russia while Iranian Revolutionary Guards promised "the worst attack in Israel's history." Trump advised immediate evacuation of Tehran and left the G7 summit early, while markets rose on expectations of swift resolution. Iran announced renewed missile attacks continuing "until dawn."
The day's most significant development came when Israeli forces bombed Iran's state television headquarters, with broadcasts interrupted and journalists fleeing on air. Netanyahu then explicitly stated that killing Khamenei would end the war, marking the first direct assassination threat against Iran's Supreme Leader.
Reports emerged of Khamenei's staff seeking safe passage to Russia while Iranian Revolutionary Guards promised "the worst attack in Israel's history." Trump advised immediate evacuation of Tehran and left the G7 summit early, while markets rose on expectations of swift resolution. Iran announced renewed missile attacks continuing "until dawn."
Japan
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Prime Minister Ishiba arrived in Canada for G7 meetings with tariff negotiations with Trump as his primary focus, building on the Nippon Steel breakthrough from June 14. Japanese media framed the steel deal as potentially opening broader trade discussions, though officials remained cautious about securing comprehensive exemptions.
Japan's Financial Services Agency announced the first increase in insider trading penalties in 17 years, responding to violations related to takeover bids as merger activity increases. The proposed changes would multiply illegally obtained profits by specific coefficients.
Coverage of the Iran-Israel conflict continued as Iran praised its "new method" of missile strikes on Tel Aviv and Haifa, with G7 leaders preparing joint statements calling for Middle East de-escalation. Russia offered to mediate between the two countries.
Domestic coverage focused on extreme heat warnings for Tokyo, with 21 people hospitalized for suspected heatstroke. Japan also requested eight countries to block access to foreign-based online casinos for Japanese residents.
Japan's Financial Services Agency announced the first increase in insider trading penalties in 17 years, responding to violations related to takeover bids as merger activity increases. The proposed changes would multiply illegally obtained profits by specific coefficients.
Coverage of the Iran-Israel conflict continued as Iran praised its "new method" of missile strikes on Tel Aviv and Haifa, with G7 leaders preparing joint statements calling for Middle East de-escalation. Russia offered to mediate between the two countries.
Domestic coverage focused on extreme heat warnings for Tokyo, with 21 people hospitalized for suspected heatstroke. Japan also requested eight countries to block access to foreign-based online casinos for Japanese residents.
Netherlands
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Police inspection reports on the Maccabi Tel Aviv riots concluded that Amsterdam authorities were caught off-guard but responded appropriately once violence erupted. The findings supported both Mayor Halsema and police leadership, though concerns remained about the nature of attacks targeting people believed to be Jewish and the underlying "us-versus-them" mentality.
The government announced recommendations against social media use for children under 15 and smartphones before grade 8, marking a shift in digital policy. Railway strikes continued as NS management and unions remained deadlocked despite a final offer from the company.
The Middle East conflict evolved as reports emerged of Iran requesting a ceasefire through Gulf state intermediaries, while Netanyahu rejected any negotiations. Evening coverage noted Trump's call for immediate evacuation of Tehran as Iran announced attacks "until sunrise," escalating from the previous days' nuclear facility strikes and rocket exchanges.
The government announced recommendations against social media use for children under 15 and smartphones before grade 8, marking a shift in digital policy. Railway strikes continued as NS management and unions remained deadlocked despite a final offer from the company.
The Middle East conflict evolved as reports emerged of Iran requesting a ceasefire through Gulf state intermediaries, while Netanyahu rejected any negotiations. Evening coverage noted Trump's call for immediate evacuation of Tehran as Iran announced attacks "until sunrise," escalating from the previous days' nuclear facility strikes and rocket exchanges.
India
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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The Israel-Iran conflict reached a surreal peak when Israeli missiles struck Iranian state television headquarters during a live news broadcast, forcing anchors to flee mid-transmission. The dramatic footage spread across Indian media as Iran announced plans to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, escalating nuclear tensions. Pakistan categorically denied Iranian claims that it had promised nuclear retaliation against Israel.
Morning coverage focused on 1,500 Indian students trapped in Tehran as Iran agreed to keep land borders open for evacuations. The government began relocating students from Tehran to safer areas within Iran while coordinating rescue operations through Armenia.
Domestically, the government finally issued notifications for Census 2027, ending a seven-year delay with a two-phase approach beginning in October 2026. The Financial Action Task Force condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, stating such operations required funding networks—an implicit criticism of Pakistan's terror financing. Aviation concerns continued as multiple Dreamliner flights experienced mid-air technical issues, forcing emergency returns.
Morning coverage focused on 1,500 Indian students trapped in Tehran as Iran agreed to keep land borders open for evacuations. The government began relocating students from Tehran to safer areas within Iran while coordinating rescue operations through Armenia.
Domestically, the government finally issued notifications for Census 2027, ending a seven-year delay with a two-phase approach beginning in October 2026. The Financial Action Task Force condemned the Pahalgam terror attack, stating such operations required funding networks—an implicit criticism of Pakistan's terror financing. Aviation concerns continued as multiple Dreamliner flights experienced mid-air technical issues, forcing emergency returns.
Poland
•16.06.2025
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•69 days ago
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Prosecutors launched an investigation into Karol Nawrocki's apartment affair early morning, examining his connection to "Jerzy Ż.'s apartment." The Electoral Commission acknowledged "major irregularities" in the presidential election while accepting the official report, prompting Trzaskowski's team to file protests with the Supreme Court citing "justified suspicion."
New leaked recordings emerged throughout the day featuring lawyer Giertych praising prosecutors Dubois and Wrzosek for investigations targeting PiS, claiming they have "materials already on Ziobro." Additional tapes captured conversations about Trzaskowski's campaign failures and electoral strategies.
The Israel-Iran conflict continued dominating coverage as Israeli forces attacked Iranian television during a live broadcast and achieved reported "full control" over Tehran's airspace. Polish evacuation efforts from the Middle East faced criticism, with authorities acknowledging they should have acted differently.
Polling showed declining support for Tusk remaining as prime minister, while former PM Morawiecki endorsed Kosiniak-Kamysz as a potential successor.
New leaked recordings emerged throughout the day featuring lawyer Giertych praising prosecutors Dubois and Wrzosek for investigations targeting PiS, claiming they have "materials already on Ziobro." Additional tapes captured conversations about Trzaskowski's campaign failures and electoral strategies.
The Israel-Iran conflict continued dominating coverage as Israeli forces attacked Iranian television during a live broadcast and achieved reported "full control" over Tehran's airspace. Polish evacuation efforts from the Middle East faced criticism, with authorities acknowledging they should have acted differently.
Polling showed declining support for Tusk remaining as prime minister, while former PM Morawiecki endorsed Kosiniak-Kamysz as a potential successor.
Spain
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Prime Minister Sánchez executed a swift party restructuring following Santos Cerdán's resignation, expelling José Luis Ábalos after 16 months of disciplinary proceedings and installing a four-person interim team led by Cristina Narbona to replace Cerdán. The morning executive meeting heard Sánchez express "deep shame" over audio recordings about women, calling them "repugnant."
By afternoon, Sánchez positioned himself as an anti-corruption champion while acknowledging lost social majority support but vowing to resist until 2027. He challenged PP and Vox to file a no-confidence motion, declaring it would be "irresponsible" to hand power to them. New UCO revelations showed Koldo discussing Air Europa deportation flights with police officials and Ábalos receiving his Castellana apartment after arranging meetings for businessman Aldama.
The crisis deepened as one of Cerdán's interim replacements, Ana María Fuentes, faced scrutiny over family company subsidies received while serving as deputy during PSOE rule.
By afternoon, Sánchez positioned himself as an anti-corruption champion while acknowledging lost social majority support but vowing to resist until 2027. He challenged PP and Vox to file a no-confidence motion, declaring it would be "irresponsible" to hand power to them. New UCO revelations showed Koldo discussing Air Europa deportation flights with police officials and Ábalos receiving his Castellana apartment after arranging meetings for businessman Aldama.
The crisis deepened as one of Cerdán's interim replacements, Ana María Fuentes, faced scrutiny over family company subsidies received while serving as deputy during PSOE rule.
Turkey
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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Following Iran's fourth day of missile exchanges with Israel, President Erdoğan positioned Turkey as a potential mediator, conducting phone calls with both Iranian President Pezeshkian and Putin. Turkish officials stated readiness to facilitate talks between the warring sides, building on the diplomatic efforts that began with Erdoğan's double call to Trump two days earlier.
The conflict escalated when Israeli forces struck Iranian state television headquarters during a live broadcast, prompting fresh Iranian missile barrages. Turkish media reported the exchanges with varying emphasis - some outlets highlighting Iranian success while others focused on Israeli targeting precision.
Domestically, Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu appeared in court defending against charges, declaring authorities cannot "erase me from the people's hearts" despite restrictions on his image and social media presence. A prominent FETÖ figure infiltrating defense companies ROKETSAN and ASELSAN was captured. The day ended with an armed attack on celebrity Dilan Polat's bodyguard, adding to a series of violent incidents reported throughout the day.
The conflict escalated when Israeli forces struck Iranian state television headquarters during a live broadcast, prompting fresh Iranian missile barrages. Turkish media reported the exchanges with varying emphasis - some outlets highlighting Iranian success while others focused on Israeli targeting precision.
Domestically, Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu appeared in court defending against charges, declaring authorities cannot "erase me from the people's hearts" despite restrictions on his image and social media presence. A prominent FETÖ figure infiltrating defense companies ROKETSAN and ASELSAN was captured. The day ended with an armed attack on celebrity Dilan Polat's bodyguard, adding to a series of violent incidents reported throughout the day.
China
•16.06.2025
•Monday
•69 days ago
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State media coordination achieved maximum intensity as Xi Jinping's Central Asia summit unfolded in real-time coverage. The day began with synchronized preparation coverage across nine outlets, evolved into departure announcements by seven outlets at 5:07 AM, then shifted to arrival reporting by eleven outlets, culminating in formal diplomatic meetings covered by twelve outlets using identical language patterns.
The coordination represented the peak of a multi-day messaging campaign that began with cultural themes and evolved into active diplomacy coverage. Each phase used specific synchronized phrases - from "memorable moments with Central Asian leaders" to "contributing to regional and world peace" - across multiple state outlets.
Parallel developments included China's biotech sector gaining attention through what Caixin termed a "DeepSeek moment" with multibillion-dollar drug deals. Regional tensions surfaced as Taiwan implemented export controls targeting Chinese tech companies, while Hong Kong officials claimed increased mainland travel showed local recognition of development achievements.
The coordination represented the peak of a multi-day messaging campaign that began with cultural themes and evolved into active diplomacy coverage. Each phase used specific synchronized phrases - from "memorable moments with Central Asian leaders" to "contributing to regional and world peace" - across multiple state outlets.
Parallel developments included China's biotech sector gaining attention through what Caixin termed a "DeepSeek moment" with multibillion-dollar drug deals. Regional tensions surfaced as Taiwan implemented export controls targeting Chinese tech companies, while Hong Kong officials claimed increased mainland travel showed local recognition of development achievements.
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