June 26, 2025
US
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Intelligence agencies reversed their previous assessments, claiming Iran's nuclear program was "severely damaged" and would take "years" to rebuild, contradicting leaked reports from the previous day that suggested only months of setback. The Pentagon released footage of 30,000-pound bunker-buster bombs while Defense Secretary Hegseth attacked reporters for "cheering against Trump."
The Supreme Court ruled states can cut Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, while the Senate parliamentarian blocked key provisions of Trump's tax bill, forcing Republicans to find new ways to offset proposed cuts. Trump hosted a White House rally to salvage the legislation.
Iran's Supreme Leader emerged from hiding to claim victory, dismissing the strikes as "a hand slap to America's face." Trump and Netanyahu reportedly began preparing a comprehensive Middle East peace plan to expand the Abraham Accords.
The FBI investigation into intelligence leaks continued, with Trump excluding Tulsi Gabbard from briefings while promising accountability for those responsible.
The Supreme Court ruled states can cut Medicaid funding to Planned Parenthood, while the Senate parliamentarian blocked key provisions of Trump's tax bill, forcing Republicans to find new ways to offset proposed cuts. Trump hosted a White House rally to salvage the legislation.
Iran's Supreme Leader emerged from hiding to claim victory, dismissing the strikes as "a hand slap to America's face." Trump and Netanyahu reportedly began preparing a comprehensive Middle East peace plan to expand the Abraham Accords.
The FBI investigation into intelligence leaks continued, with Trump excluding Tulsi Gabbard from briefings while promising accountability for those responsible.
Israel
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Trump intervened dramatically in Israeli domestic affairs by demanding the cancellation of Netanyahu's corruption trial, calling it a "witch hunt" and declaring Netanyahu a "war hero." Coalition members rallied behind the intervention while opposition leaders criticized the American interference. Netanyahu thanked Trump for the "moving support" and requested a two-week trial delay citing "international developments."
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei emerged from his week-long bunker hideout to deliver a recorded statement claiming victory over America, insisting Iran "delivered a harsh blow to the US." His absence had sparked power struggles within the Iranian regime.
Pentagon officials revealed operational details of the Fordow nuclear facility strike, explaining how bombers targeted ventilation shafts covered with concrete. Behind the scenes, secret negotiations reportedly continue to end Netanyahu's trial through plea agreements or general amnesty. Israeli media suggests Trump is coordinating both trial cancellation and Gaza ceasefire as a comprehensive package deal.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei emerged from his week-long bunker hideout to deliver a recorded statement claiming victory over America, insisting Iran "delivered a harsh blow to the US." His absence had sparked power struggles within the Iranian regime.
Pentagon officials revealed operational details of the Fordow nuclear facility strike, explaining how bombers targeted ventilation shafts covered with concrete. Behind the scenes, secret negotiations reportedly continue to end Netanyahu's trial through plea agreements or general amnesty. Israeli media suggests Trump is coordinating both trial cancellation and Gaza ceasefire as a comprehensive package deal.
Germany
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Chancellor Merz aligned with Italy's Meloni on restrictive migration policies at his first EU summit, marking Germany's departure from previous positions. Multiple outlets described his "alpha male" approach as establishing dominance in European leadership.
A fatal police shooting dominated domestic coverage after an Afghan asylum seeker attacked officers with a knife in Baden-Württemberg. Interior Minister Strobl warned that attacking police "risks your life," intensifying immigration debates.
Parliamentary tensions erupted as protesters disrupted proceedings with paint attacks over Minister Klöckner's ban, while Left Party leader Reichinnek failed to secure a seat on the intelligence oversight committee after Union opposition.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei declared "victory" over Trump's United States, addressing atomic facilities as confusion mounted over uranium enrichment claims. Coalition fractures deepened over electricity tax policy, with accusations of broken promises exchanged between potential partners.
A fatal police shooting dominated domestic coverage after an Afghan asylum seeker attacked officers with a knife in Baden-Württemberg. Interior Minister Strobl warned that attacking police "risks your life," intensifying immigration debates.
Parliamentary tensions erupted as protesters disrupted proceedings with paint attacks over Minister Klöckner's ban, while Left Party leader Reichinnek failed to secure a seat on the intelligence oversight committee after Union opposition.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei declared "victory" over Trump's United States, addressing atomic facilities as confusion mounted over uranium enrichment claims. Coalition fractures deepened over electricity tax policy, with accusations of broken promises exchanged between potential partners.
France
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Iran's Supreme Leader broke his silence to declare victory over the United States, claiming American strikes were "not important at all" and that the US "gained nothing from this war." This contradicted Pentagon assertions of "historic success" against Iranian nuclear facilities. French media revealed Israeli ground commandos had conducted secret terrestrial operations inside Iran alongside the air strikes.
Domestically, Prime Minister Bayrou's pension reform negotiations collapsed completely, with unions and employers failing to reach agreement despite what he termed "remarkable progress." The Socialist Party maintained its no-confidence motion while Bayrou attempted to extend talks for several more weeks.
Violent storms killed two people including a 12-year-old child, forcing postponement of school exams. Education Minister Elisabeth Borne announced makeup sessions for affected students. Four southern departments were placed under orange heat alert as temperatures reached 37°C, part of an ongoing heatwave since June 19.
Domestically, Prime Minister Bayrou's pension reform negotiations collapsed completely, with unions and employers failing to reach agreement despite what he termed "remarkable progress." The Socialist Party maintained its no-confidence motion while Bayrou attempted to extend talks for several more weeks.
Violent storms killed two people including a 12-year-old child, forcing postponement of school exams. Education Minister Elisabeth Borne announced makeup sessions for affected students. Four southern departments were placed under orange heat alert as temperatures reached 37°C, part of an ongoing heatwave since June 19.
Lebanon
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Elon Musk contacted President Aoun expressing interest in establishing his companies in Lebanon, marking an unexpected diplomatic development as the country emerged from regional conflict. Kataeb sources suggested Starlink would arrive first, with Tesla potentially following.
Morning headlines focused on mounting pressure for Hezbollah's disarmament, with Israel conditioning its withdrawal from occupied positions on weapon removal. Jumblatt announced his Progressive Socialist Party had surrendered its weapons to the state three weeks earlier, calling on other parties to follow suit.
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei claimed victory over Israel, warning of severe costs for future aggression. American military officials described their recent Iran strike as "historic" and "complex," while reports indicated Israel suffered $12 billion in war losses.
Security incidents continued despite the ceasefire, with a weapons-smuggling pickup truck exploding in Hermel and Israeli strikes targeting locations in southern Lebanon. Parliamentary debates resumed over expatriate voting rights expansion.
Morning headlines focused on mounting pressure for Hezbollah's disarmament, with Israel conditioning its withdrawal from occupied positions on weapon removal. Jumblatt announced his Progressive Socialist Party had surrendered its weapons to the state three weeks earlier, calling on other parties to follow suit.
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei claimed victory over Israel, warning of severe costs for future aggression. American military officials described their recent Iran strike as "historic" and "complex," while reports indicated Israel suffered $12 billion in war losses.
Security incidents continued despite the ceasefire, with a weapons-smuggling pickup truck exploding in Hermel and Israeli strikes targeting locations in southern Lebanon. Parliamentary debates resumed over expatriate voting rights expansion.
Ukraine
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Ukrainian outlets led morning coverage with reports of fifty drones striking Moscow and forcing flight diversions at Vnukovo airport, marking a significant escalation in drone warfare. Russian forces responded with intensified ground attacks, recording 154 combat clashes within twenty-four hours.
By midmorning, Ukrainian Commander Syrskyi claimed Russia's summer offensive was "choking" and that Ukrainian forces had halted Russian advances near Sumy region, stabilizing the front line. This contradicted previous days' reports of sustained Russian pressure in the area.
The afternoon brought another prisoner exchange with Russia, with Zelensky announcing the return of Ukrainian military personnel including officers and soldiers under twenty-five. Media published extensive photo and video coverage of the swap.
Evening reports revealed that drones had destroyed Russian air defense systems in Crimea while Europe formalized establishment of a Special Tribunal to prosecute Russian war crimes. The White House reportedly recommended ending funding for investigations into Russian crimes in Ukraine.
By midmorning, Ukrainian Commander Syrskyi claimed Russia's summer offensive was "choking" and that Ukrainian forces had halted Russian advances near Sumy region, stabilizing the front line. This contradicted previous days' reports of sustained Russian pressure in the area.
The afternoon brought another prisoner exchange with Russia, with Zelensky announcing the return of Ukrainian military personnel including officers and soldiers under twenty-five. Media published extensive photo and video coverage of the swap.
Evening reports revealed that drones had destroyed Russian air defense systems in Crimea while Europe formalized establishment of a Special Tribunal to prosecute Russian war crimes. The White House reportedly recommended ending funding for investigations into Russian crimes in Ukraine.
Palestine
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Netanyahu ordered a temporary halt to aid deliveries into Gaza, with Ben-Gvir stating this brings Israel closer to victory. The decision followed Gaza clans successfully organizing aid distribution independently, which Israeli sources described as concerning. Palestinian media reported 103 deaths and 219 injuries in a single day, including a massacre at Deir al-Balah market that killed 18 people, 17 of whom were aid security personnel.
Multiple Israeli ministers acknowledged their Gaza operations had failed to achieve results and called for ending the war. Iranian leader Khamenei declared victory over Israel, while Trump reportedly pressured Netanyahu to conclude the conflict within two weeks. Reports emerged of American-Israeli understandings for a comprehensive plan covering Gaza and the West Bank.
The WHO announced its first medical shipment reached Gaza since March, described as a drop in the ocean. Palestinian resistance continued operations in Jabalia, with Qassam Brigades reporting destruction of Israeli armor. Three police officers were killed while pursuing thieves in Khan Younis.
Multiple Israeli ministers acknowledged their Gaza operations had failed to achieve results and called for ending the war. Iranian leader Khamenei declared victory over Israel, while Trump reportedly pressured Netanyahu to conclude the conflict within two weeks. Reports emerged of American-Israeli understandings for a comprehensive plan covering Gaza and the West Bank.
The WHO announced its first medical shipment reached Gaza since March, described as a drop in the ocean. Palestinian resistance continued operations in Jabalia, with Qassam Brigades reporting destruction of Israeli armor. Three police officers were killed while pursuing thieves in Khan Younis.
UK
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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The NATO chief denied calling Trump "daddy" at the alliance summit, explaining his remarks as British newspapers reported the alliance's attempts to manage the president through flattery and defense spending pledges.
Iran's Supreme Leader broke his silence following the conflict's end, claiming Tehran delivered a "heavy slap" to America while the CIA director confirmed Iran's nuclear sites were "severely damaged." Defense Secretary Hegseth called the strikes "historically successful" and "the most complex in history," attacking media coverage for overshadowing Trump's achievement.
Starmer faced immediate crisis as over 120 Labour MPs rebelled against welfare cuts. By evening, he offered £2bn worth of concessions to avoid parliamentary defeat, with British media describing his position as "caving in" to rebels. The climbdown means hundreds of thousands will avoid losing payments.
BBC star John Hunt gave his first interview since his wife and daughters were murdered by a crossbow killer, saying he talks to them daily.
Iran's Supreme Leader broke his silence following the conflict's end, claiming Tehran delivered a "heavy slap" to America while the CIA director confirmed Iran's nuclear sites were "severely damaged." Defense Secretary Hegseth called the strikes "historically successful" and "the most complex in history," attacking media coverage for overshadowing Trump's achievement.
Starmer faced immediate crisis as over 120 Labour MPs rebelled against welfare cuts. By evening, he offered £2bn worth of concessions to avoid parliamentary defeat, with British media describing his position as "caving in" to rebels. The climbdown means hundreds of thousands will avoid losing payments.
BBC star John Hunt gave his first interview since his wife and daughters were murdered by a crossbow killer, saying he talks to them daily.
Iran
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Khamenei broke his public silence with a televised message claiming Iran had "crushed" Israel and forced America to intervene to prevent Israel's destruction. This marked his first extended public statement since the twelve-day conflict began, contrasting with his absence from public gatherings during the fighting.
The CIA director contradicted earlier Pentagon leaks by asserting "new and credible" intelligence confirmed multiple Iranian nuclear sites were destroyed, setting the program back years rather than months. Israeli Defense Minister Katz revealed Israel had intended to assassinate Khamenei but lacked the opportunity as he remained in underground bunkers.
Iran's parliament voted to suspend all cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, with the Guardian Council approving the measure as constitutional. Foreign Minister Araghchi acknowledged nuclear facilities suffered "serious damage" while insisting no agreement existed for resuming US negotiations. Iranian media reported five doctors died during the conflict, including a female prison worker and her five-year-old son killed at Evin Prison.
The CIA director contradicted earlier Pentagon leaks by asserting "new and credible" intelligence confirmed multiple Iranian nuclear sites were destroyed, setting the program back years rather than months. Israeli Defense Minister Katz revealed Israel had intended to assassinate Khamenei but lacked the opportunity as he remained in underground bunkers.
Iran's parliament voted to suspend all cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency, with the Guardian Council approving the measure as constitutional. Foreign Minister Araghchi acknowledged nuclear facilities suffered "serious damage" while insisting no agreement existed for resuming US negotiations. Iranian media reported five doctors died during the conflict, including a female prison worker and her five-year-old son killed at Evin Prison.
Russia
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Putin declared the Israel-Iran conflict "in the past" during a Eurasian Economic Union session in Minsk, positioning Russia as a regional peacemaker after days of chaotic ceasefire cycles. This came as Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei claimed victory over both Israel and the United States while suspending cooperation with the IAEA nuclear watchdog.
Trump's NATO summit pledge that Russia would not attack alliance members during his presidency dominated morning coverage, with outlets noting his changing tone toward both Putin and Zelensky. Erdogan revealed Trump's willingness to meet Putin in Turkey for Ukraine negotiations if both leaders attend.
Military operations continued with Russian forces reportedly capturing two villages in Donetsk region and conducting a prisoner exchange with Ukraine. Domestic security operations intensified as courts seized assets from Dagestan's detained state secretary. Hungary blocked EU negotiations on Ukraine's membership, preventing the European Council from adopting a statement supporting Kyiv.
Trump's NATO summit pledge that Russia would not attack alliance members during his presidency dominated morning coverage, with outlets noting his changing tone toward both Putin and Zelensky. Erdogan revealed Trump's willingness to meet Putin in Turkey for Ukraine negotiations if both leaders attend.
Military operations continued with Russian forces reportedly capturing two villages in Donetsk region and conducting a prisoner exchange with Ukraine. Domestic security operations intensified as courts seized assets from Dagestan's detained state secretary. Hungary blocked EU negotiations on Ukraine's membership, preventing the European Council from adopting a statement supporting Kyiv.
Italy
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Khamenei emerged from silence with his first televised appearance since the ceasefire, claiming Iran had "crushed" Israel and delivered a "hard slap to America." The Supreme Leader declared victory while dismissing Trump's nuclear facility damage claims as exaggeration. Trump responded that Iran had not relocated nuclear materials from targeted sites, contradicting Iranian assertions.
The NATO summit concluded with allies formally committing to 5% GDP defense spending by 2035, prompting Trump to declare "mission accomplished." Spain's resistance to the spending targets drew threats of "double tariffs" from Trump, who claimed to have "cannibalized" the summit by turning every outcome into his personal triumph.
Italian domestic news included the Senate blocking Lega's third-term amendment for regional governors and a suspected femicide-suicide case in Turin. The White House announced potential delays to July tariff increases, with Trump claiming trade agreements with China and possibly India.
The NATO summit concluded with allies formally committing to 5% GDP defense spending by 2035, prompting Trump to declare "mission accomplished." Spain's resistance to the spending targets drew threats of "double tariffs" from Trump, who claimed to have "cannibalized" the summit by turning every outcome into his personal triumph.
Italian domestic news included the Senate blocking Lega's third-term amendment for regional governors and a suspected femicide-suicide case in Turin. The White House announced potential delays to July tariff increases, with Trump claiming trade agreements with China and possibly India.
Japan
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Trump's comparison of his Iran strikes to the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki dominated morning coverage, representing a particularly sensitive reference in Japanese media discourse. The comparison appeared across multiple outlets as the president announced negotiations with Iran would resume next week.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei initially maintained silence after the combat ended, then issued a statement claiming the United States gained nothing from the strikes. This response followed the established pattern from previous days of Iranian defiance after American attacks.
Domestic politics revealed deepening fractures within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party ahead of July's Upper House elections. A Nikkei survey found 40% of LDP candidates support consumption tax cuts, directly contradicting party leadership positions. The party secretary-general publicly emphasized crisis concerns about the election outcome.
Japan's shipbuilding industry consolidated as Imabari Shipbuilding announced it would acquire majority control of Japan Marine United, aiming to compete against Chinese and Korean rivals.
Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei initially maintained silence after the combat ended, then issued a statement claiming the United States gained nothing from the strikes. This response followed the established pattern from previous days of Iranian defiance after American attacks.
Domestic politics revealed deepening fractures within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party ahead of July's Upper House elections. A Nikkei survey found 40% of LDP candidates support consumption tax cuts, directly contradicting party leadership positions. The party secretary-general publicly emphasized crisis concerns about the election outcome.
Japan's shipbuilding industry consolidated as Imabari Shipbuilding announced it would acquire majority control of Japan Marine United, aiming to compete against Chinese and Korean rivals.
Netherlands
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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Parliament began debating Faber's asylum legislation with an unexpected complication: the PVV wavered on supporting their own former minister's proposals. By afternoon, reports indicated the party demanded withdrawal of distribution legislation before committing votes, suddenly endangering the right-wing majority for what newspapers called "the strictest asylum policy ever."
The Consumentenbond launched a mass claim against Booking.com for alleged overcharging through fake discounts, with their website crashing from overwhelming interest. The EU moved to ban airline charges for hand luggage and seat selection next to children.
Trump's Netherlands visit continued generating coverage, with a forest ranger expressing surprise at the president's compliments about Dutch trees. The White House released an "aftermovie" of Trump's trip declaring "Daddy's home." Netherlands' Under-19 football team claimed the European championship by defeating Spain, providing rare positive sports news as Parliament debated extending compulsory education requirements.
The Consumentenbond launched a mass claim against Booking.com for alleged overcharging through fake discounts, with their website crashing from overwhelming interest. The EU moved to ban airline charges for hand luggage and seat selection next to children.
Trump's Netherlands visit continued generating coverage, with a forest ranger expressing surprise at the president's compliments about Dutch trees. The White House released an "aftermovie" of Trump's trip declaring "Daddy's home." Netherlands' Under-19 football team claimed the European championship by defeating Spain, providing rare positive sports news as Parliament debated extending compulsory education requirements.
India
•26.06.2025
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•60 days ago
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Shubhanshu Shukla's Dragon capsule docked with the International Space Station after a 28-hour journey, making him the first Indian to board the ISS. His arrival marked India's return to human spaceflight after 41 years, with live coverage showing him floating inside and greeting Earth with "Jai Hind, Jai Bharat."
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh confronted Pakistan and China at the SCO summit in Beijing, refusing to sign the joint statement after both nations diluted terrorism language and omitted mention of the Pahalgam attack. Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif reportedly sat with his head down during Singh's rebuke.
Heavy monsoons devastated northern India with cloudburst incidents in Himachal Pradesh trapping 2,000 tourists, while a passenger bus plunged into Uttarakhand's Alaknanda River killing at least two people with ten missing. Air India crash investigators successfully downloaded black box data from the Ahmedabad incident.
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei made his first statement since the ceasefire, claiming Iran delivered a "slap to America's face" and warning of future retaliation if needed.
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh confronted Pakistan and China at the SCO summit in Beijing, refusing to sign the joint statement after both nations diluted terrorism language and omitted mention of the Pahalgam attack. Pakistani Defense Minister Khawaja Asif reportedly sat with his head down during Singh's rebuke.
Heavy monsoons devastated northern India with cloudburst incidents in Himachal Pradesh trapping 2,000 tourists, while a passenger bus plunged into Uttarakhand's Alaknanda River killing at least two people with ten missing. Air India crash investigators successfully downloaded black box data from the Ahmedabad incident.
Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei made his first statement since the ceasefire, claiming Iran delivered a "slap to America's face" and warning of future retaliation if needed.
Poland
•26.06.2025
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•60 days ago
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Sławosz Uznański-Wiśniewski successfully docked at the International Space Station aboard the Dragon capsule, marking Poland's historic space achievement. Media tracked every phase from docking to hatch opening to the astronaut's first Polish words aboard the ISS, generating national celebration.
Electoral disputes intensified as Justice Minister Bodnar demanded responses from Supreme Court leadership while 28 legal judges declared the Control Chamber lacks authority to rule on election validity. The Supreme Court published inspection protocols from 13 commissions showing vote counting irregularities, deepening institutional conflicts.
Coalition tensions peaked as Hołownia issued an ultimatum to the Left party demanding the deputy prime minister position. Tusk warned coalition leaders to "behave decently" during their "serious test" while facing criticism over his alliance with Roman Giertych in the electoral controversy.
Security concerns emerged as Russian forces massed near Poland's border ahead of Zapad 2025 military exercises, while presidential candidate Nawrocki continued building relationships across the political spectrum through meetings with defense officials and opposition leaders.
Electoral disputes intensified as Justice Minister Bodnar demanded responses from Supreme Court leadership while 28 legal judges declared the Control Chamber lacks authority to rule on election validity. The Supreme Court published inspection protocols from 13 commissions showing vote counting irregularities, deepening institutional conflicts.
Coalition tensions peaked as Hołownia issued an ultimatum to the Left party demanding the deputy prime minister position. Tusk warned coalition leaders to "behave decently" during their "serious test" while facing criticism over his alliance with Roman Giertych in the electoral controversy.
Security concerns emerged as Russian forces massed near Poland's border ahead of Zapad 2025 military exercises, while presidential candidate Nawrocki continued building relationships across the political spectrum through meetings with defense officials and opposition leaders.
Spain
•26.06.2025
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•60 days ago
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The Constitutional Court delivered its 6-4 decision validating the amnesty law at 9:00 AM, providing Sánchez crucial relief as corruption investigations intensified. The progressive majority ruled that pardoning independence leaders would "improve coexistence" despite acknowledging the 'procés' challenged "state unity and constitutional order."
Within hours, police raids escalated the Koldo case with UCO searching homes of former ADIF president Isabel Pardo de Vera and the former Roads director. New revelations emerged about 605,000 euros in no-bid contracts awarded to companies linked to the Cerdán network.
The amnesty ruling overshadowed ongoing NATO tensions with Trump, who continued threatening commercial warfare against Spain. Sánchez minimized the threats, stating Spain would negotiate through the EU single market rather than bilaterally.
Former Prime Minister Felipe González announced he would not vote for "participants in the self-amnesty," calling it a "dangerous precedent." The government simultaneously announced restrictions on "fear-based advertising" by security companies and enhanced summer surveillance for domestic violence victims.
Within hours, police raids escalated the Koldo case with UCO searching homes of former ADIF president Isabel Pardo de Vera and the former Roads director. New revelations emerged about 605,000 euros in no-bid contracts awarded to companies linked to the Cerdán network.
The amnesty ruling overshadowed ongoing NATO tensions with Trump, who continued threatening commercial warfare against Spain. Sánchez minimized the threats, stating Spain would negotiate through the EU single market rather than bilaterally.
Former Prime Minister Felipe González announced he would not vote for "participants in the self-amnesty," calling it a "dangerous precedent." The government simultaneously announced restrictions on "fear-based advertising" by security companies and enhanced summer surveillance for domestic violence victims.
Turkey
•26.06.2025
•Thursday
•60 days ago
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CHP parliamentarians mobilized with consecutive support messages for Kılıçdaroğlu ahead of the June 30th court decision that could nullify current party leadership. The former leader's supporters emerged publicly while accusations flew that current leadership wanted to "bury him in concrete." Chief Prosecutor's Office objected to sending the congress case to criminal court.
Erdoğan warned that "nobody's safe unless bloodshed ends in Gaza" during phone talks with Qatar's Emir, as Iran's Khamenei made his first post-ceasefire statement. Media restrictions tightened with RTÜK imposing a 10-day broadcast suspension on Halk TV and penalties on four other channels.
A human rights report revealed nearly 3,000 torture cases in Turkey's first five months of 2025. In Sarıyer, a domestic violence case ended in murder-suicide after five months of death threats. NATO announced its 2026 summit would be held in Turkey, while Minister Uraloğlu stated Turkey had alternatives if the Strait of Hormuz closed.
Erdoğan warned that "nobody's safe unless bloodshed ends in Gaza" during phone talks with Qatar's Emir, as Iran's Khamenei made his first post-ceasefire statement. Media restrictions tightened with RTÜK imposing a 10-day broadcast suspension on Halk TV and penalties on four other channels.
A human rights report revealed nearly 3,000 torture cases in Turkey's first five months of 2025. In Sarıyer, a domestic violence case ended in murder-suicide after five months of death threats. NATO announced its 2026 summit would be held in Turkey, while Minister Uraloğlu stated Turkey had alternatives if the Strait of Hormuz closed.
China
•26.06.2025
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•60 days ago
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The messaging apparatus executed another synchronized pivot, abandoning the overnight "historical coordinates" campaign for food sovereignty slogans by midday. Five outlets initially delivered identical coverage asking "how do we gaze toward the future from history's coordinates," but eight outlets shifted to Xi's directive that "Chinese people must hold their rice bowls in their own hands" by afternoon.
The coordination extended beyond agriculture to sustained farmland protection messaging, with outlets emphasizing systematic land management approaches. This represented the third consecutive day of agricultural-focused campaigns, evolving from farmland protection to broader food sovereignty themes.
Hong Kong's National Security Law marked its fifth anniversary, with BBC Chinese examining how public opinion expression fundamentally changed as residents alter behavior to avoid risks. Lawmakers passed national security amendments to labor union laws, citing concerns about unions serving as covers for activities endangering security during 2019 protests.
Economic messaging intensified through Summer Davos coverage, with Li Qiang describing China's economy as offering "certainty" and representing a "hotbed of opportunity."
The coordination extended beyond agriculture to sustained farmland protection messaging, with outlets emphasizing systematic land management approaches. This represented the third consecutive day of agricultural-focused campaigns, evolving from farmland protection to broader food sovereignty themes.
Hong Kong's National Security Law marked its fifth anniversary, with BBC Chinese examining how public opinion expression fundamentally changed as residents alter behavior to avoid risks. Lawmakers passed national security amendments to labor union laws, citing concerns about unions serving as covers for activities endangering security during 2019 protests.
Economic messaging intensified through Summer Davos coverage, with Li Qiang describing China's economy as offering "certainty" and representing a "hotbed of opportunity."
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