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19.06.2025 โ€” The Day Trump Set Iran's Deadline

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This page is an archive of main headlines from the US for 19.06.2025.

It displays 230 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

19.06.2025 โ‡ข The Day Trump Set Iran's Deadline
โŒจIranian missiles struck Israel's largest southern hospital early morning, hitting Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva and wounding over 200 people. Israel's defense minister declared Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei "cannot continue to exist" and threatened to intensify attacks on nuclear sites.

By afternoon, Trump backed away from immediate military action, announcing he would decide within two weeks whether to strike Iran. The White House confirmed contact with Iran while Trump weighs options, with sources revealing his concern about creating "another Libya" through regime change.

The Iran crisis overshadowed domestic developments as ICE raids faced new resistance. The LA Dodgers blocked federal agents from stadium grounds, while reports showed a 500% increase in assaults on ICE officers. Karen Read was acquitted of murder charges in her retrial, and Trump extended TikTok's deadline by 90 days. Veterans protested what they called Trump's "march to war" as Congress prepared for classified Iran briefings.
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02:19โ‡ขIran Rejects Trump's Ultimatum

โŒจThe newspapers report that Trump has approved attack plans against Iran but remains evasive about final decisions, with sources indicating he has given Iran an ultimatum while keeping the door open for talks (NYTimes, Washington Post, The Blaze). Iran's supreme leader rejected calls to surrender and warned that American military intervention would cause "irreparable damage" to the US, as concerns mount over 40,000 American troops stationed in the Middle East who would be vulnerable to counterattacks (AP News, USA Today). Meanwhile, Karen Read was acquitted on all major charges in John O'Keefe's death, declaring herself "an innocent woman" who was "exonerated" after the high-profile retrial (Boston Globe). The Supreme Court upheld Tennessee's ban on gender-transition treatments for children in a 6-3 decision, with Justice Thomas making a notable statement supporting the ruling (One America News Network).
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06:00โ‡ขIranian Missiles Hit Israeli Hospital

โŒจThe newspapers report that Iranian missiles struck multiple Israeli sites, with a direct hit on Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva wounding at least 40 people (ABC News, NYTimes, AP News, Breitbart, Fox News). Israeli President Herzog called on the world to help destroy Iran's nuclear sites while Trump weighs his final decision on war, having given Iran an ultimatum but approved attack plans as backup (NPR, Boston Globe, HuffPost). European ministers are preparing nuclear talks with Iranians this week as the crisis intensifies (Newsweek). Meanwhile, antiwar voices mourned Iranian poet Parnia Abbasi, killed by Israeli bombing, highlighting civilian casualties on both sides (Common Dreams). In other developments, SpaceX's Starship exploded in a dramatic fireball marking another setback for Musk's program (The Daily Beast).
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09:50โ‡ขIranian Missiles Hit Israeli Hospital

โŒจThe newspapers report that Iran launched a major missile attack on Israel, with Iranian missiles directly hitting Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva, Israel's largest hospital in the south, injuring at least 40 people and causing significant damage to the 1,000-bed facility (CNN, Fox News, NY Post, NYTimes, Washington Post, ABC News, Breitbart). Netanyahu ordered Israel to intensify its strikes on Iran in response to the hospital attack, while Iran's foreign minister is scheduled to meet with European counterparts in Geneva as the conflict escalates (NYTimes, Washington Post, AP News). Trump moves closer to bombing Iran, with USA Today warning that 40,000 American troops stationed in the Middle East would be vulnerable to Iranian counterattacks if the US intervenes militarily (Newsweek, USA Today). Meanwhile, hundreds gathered in Minnesota to remember the killed state lawmaker and her husband, with heavy police presence and street closures around the Capitol (NBC News).
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12:30โ‡ขHospital Hit as Nuclear Sites Bombed

โŒจThe newspapers report that Israel escalated its attacks on Iran by striking two nuclear sites, including Iran's only working nuclear reactor on the Persian Gulf coast, while Iran retaliated by firing dozens of missiles that hit Israel's largest southern hospital, Soroka Medical Center in Be'er Sheva, wounding over 200 people and causing extensive damage to the 1,000-bed facility (USA Today, NY Post, AP News, NPR, Washington Post, The Epoch Times). Israel's defense minister directly threatened Iran's Supreme Leader with accountability for "war crimes" and vowed to intensify strikes, while CNN reported on the destruction at an Iranian TV studio hit by Israeli airstrikes (CBS, Israel vows to hold Iran's leader accountable, CNN). Trump reportedly greenlit plans for direct US attacks on Iran without congressional approval, marking a significant escalation from his previous threats (Common Dreams). Domestically, Congressional Republicans aggressively lobby holdout states on Trump's Medicaid expansion bill, while Trump's relationship with Elon Musk deteriorates as Musk savages Trump aide Sergio Gor as a "snake" (The Hill, The Daily Beast).
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15:37โ‡ขKhamenei "Cannot Continue to Exist"

โŒจThe newspapers report that Israel's defense minister declared Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei "cannot continue to exist" after Iranian missiles struck a hospital in southern Israel, wounding over 200 people (ABC News, Fox News, AP News, NPR, Washington Post). Israeli officials condemned the hospital attack as a "war crime" while simultaneously facing criticism for obliterating Gaza's healthcare system (Common Dreams). The escalation follows Israel's earlier strikes on Iranian nuclear sites, with analysts describing three dramatic consequences reshaping the conflict (The Atlantic, The Epoch Times). Trump's unpopular legislative package faces growing opposition as details emerge, while his relationship with Fox News deteriorates after embarrassing poll results about his border policies (MSNBC, The Daily Beast). Corporate sponsors are fleeing New York's Pride parade, forcing organizers to seek individual donations as the LGBTQ+ event faces financial pressure (Breitbart).
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17:41โ‡ขTrump Weighs Iran Attack Plans

โŒจThe newspapers report that Trump is facing pressure over Iran military options, with sources indicating he has reviewed attack plans but is withholding authorization to see if Tehran steps back from its nuclear program (CNN, Fox News, The Hill). Trump disputed Wall Street Journal reporting that he approved Iran attack plans, saying the paper "has no clue" about his thoughts (Breitbart). Netanyahu stated the US is "helping a lot" in the Iran conflict while veterans protested what they called Trump's "march to war" (CNN, Common Dreams). Meanwhile, Karen Read was acquitted of murder charges in her boyfriend's death after her previous trial ended in a hung jury, with jurors citing "holes" in the investigation (NPR, NY Post). Trump extended TikTok's deadline by 90 days through executive order, while ICE raids disrupted businesses across industries before Trump paused them (The Epoch Times, AP News).
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18:51โ‡ขTrump's Two-Week Iran Ultimatum

โŒจThe newspapers report that Trump has given himself a two-week deadline to decide whether to strike Iran, with the White House confirming he is weighing military action while leaving room for diplomacy (Boston Globe, CBS, CNN, Fox News, NPR, Washington Post, NY Post, Newsweek, The Hill, HuffPost). CBS reports Trump has been briefed on bombing Fordo, Iran's most secure nuclear site, while CNN notes Israel is pushing the US to use its "bunker buster" bomb. Senator Sanders warned against joining Netanyahu's war effort, citing the Israeli PM's incorrect 2002 claims about Iraq (Common Dreams). The escalation comes as NPR reports Iranian missiles have struck multiple Israeli sites, with Israeli leaders threatening to intensify attacks on Iran's "strategic targets." Separately, Trump extended TikTok's deadline by another 90 days to find an American buyer (One America News Network).
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21:21โ‡ขTwo Weeks to Iran Deal

โŒจThe newspapers report that Trump has issued Iran a final two-week ultimatum to negotiate, with sources revealing his hesitation stems from concerns about creating another Libya-style collapse after military action (Trump Final Warning, NY Post). The administration confirmed contact with Iran while Trump weighs strike decisions, though Democratic critics express fury over what they call "complacency" toward a looming war of choice (Newsweek, Common Dreams). China has raised suspicions by sending mysterious flights to Iran during the crisis (Fox News). Domestically, the LA Dodgers blocked ICE agents from accessing stadium grounds before Thursday's game, while ICE claims Congress needs its permission to conduct oversight (USA Today, The Hill, The Blaze, Reason). Trump remained silent on Juneteenth despite previously honoring the holiday, while Bruce Springsteen called him a "moron" during tour promotion (AP News, One America News Network).
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23:32โ‡ขTwo Weeks to Iran Strike

โŒจThe newspapers report that Trump continues to maintain his two-week deadline for deciding on direct US military action against Iran, though coverage suggests he is moderating his rhetoric and allowing more time for diplomacy (Boston Globe, NYTimes, Washington Post). The Daily Beast notes Trump's pattern of making "bogus two-week deadlines" that rarely materialize. Meanwhile, immigration enforcement faces mounting challenges as ICE reports a 500% increase in assaults on agents attempting arrests (Breitbart), while Trump's crackdown overwhelms detention facilities and creates massive costs (Reason). The enforcement actions have reached high-profile venues, with federal agents appearing at Dodger Stadium, prompting fan frustration over the team's initial silence on LA-area raids (USA Today). Separately, a New York court ruling will force retired workers into privatized Medicare Advantage plans (Common Dreams), while Trump's VA eliminated a foreclosure prevention program that was helping veterans save their homes (NPR).
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