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Netanyahu confirms candidacy in upcoming Israeli election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that he will seek re-election in the upcoming parliamentary elections scheduled for later this year.

16 Jun 2026-01:09
Iraq clears $800 million obligation after arbitration win

Iraq’s justice ministry said on Sunday that it has won an international arbitration case brought by French telecom company Orange, avoiding nearly $800 million in compensation claims.

16 Jun 2026-00:08
Russia linked to UK PM arson attacks, BBC reports

Even after he set fire to Sir Keir Starmer’s home, Roman Lavrynovych—convicted on Monday of conspiracy to commit arson—appeared to know little about the prime minister.

15 Jun 2026-23:47
Turkish president and UN chief discuss regional and global issues by phone

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a phone call with UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Monday to discuss regional and global developments, according to Türkiye’s Communications Directorate.

15 Jun 2026-23:35
Ángel Cabrera to leave Georgia Tech for Aspen Institute

Georgia Tech President Ángel Cabrera is stepping down from his role to become the next president and CEO of the Aspen Institute. The Aspen Institute Board of Trustees voted Monday to appoint Cabrera to the national leadership position. He will remain at his university post until November 2026 to ensure a smooth transition.

15 Jun 2026-23:27
Trump introduces Iran peace deal at G7, EU leaders call for clearer terms

U.S. President Donald Trump arrived in the French Alps on Monday for the G7 summit following a newly announced U.S.–Iran peace agreement, which is expected to be a central topic of discussion with European leaders.

15 Jun 2026-22:32
Cape Verde force Spain to draw in World Cup opener

Spain’s memories of recent World Cup disappointments resurfaced in Atlanta as the European champions were held to a 0–0 draw by debutants Cape Verde in their opening match.

15 Jun 2026-22:27
India conducts successful long-range land attack missile test

India’s Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday successfully carried out a flight test of its indigenous Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM), marking a significant boost to the country’s defence capabilities.

15 Jun 2026-22:21
EU fails to reach consensus on Ben Gvir sanctions, says Kallas

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said Monday that there is no unanimous agreement within the bloc to impose sanctions on far-right Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, despite pressure from several member states.

15 Jun 2026-22:17
IMF says energy markets need time to recover after US-Iran deal

The head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Monday welcomed the ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, but warned that it would take time for disruptions in energy and other supply chains to ease, according to a statement.

15 Jun 2026-21:36