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CIA Confirms US Strikes Severely Damaged Iran’s Nuclear Program

CIA Director John Ratcliffe confirmed credible intelligence shows US airstrikes severely damaged Iran’s nuclear facilities, supporting President Trump's claim despite conflicting media reports and triggering political and security debates.

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24 Hours Trump demands Netanyahu trial canceled calls it witch-hunt + CIA says Iran nuclear sites severely damaged after US strikes + Zohran Mamdani wins NYC Dem mayoral primary in stunning upset + NATO agrees historic 5 percent defense spending target + Trump administration sues Maryland federal judges over deportation + US sanctions three Mexican banks over cartel money laundering + Defense Secretary Hegseth blasts media over Iran strike leaks + Bumble cuts 30 percent workforce amid financial struggles + DoorDash exec among eight dead in Lake Tahoe boating accident + North Korea opens new beach resort as Kim bets on tourism + Senate Republicans split on Trump’s big spending bill + Iran executes three accused of spying for Israel amid crackdown + Trump calls for pardon of Netanyahu amid corruption trial + Ecuador recaptures notorious gang leader after prison escape + Israel kills seven soldiers in southern Gaza attack + Trump meets Zelenskyy at NATO summit signals more aid

Number 5% - NATO members agree to raise defense spending target by 2035

Quote "Daddy" — NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte on President Trump

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Trump Demands Netanyahu Corruption Trial Be Scrapped

Trump Calls for Netanyahu Trial Cancellation or Pardon

Trump Urges Israel to Drop Charges Against Netanyahu

President Donald Trump fiercely defends Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling for dismissal of his corruption trial and labeling it a witch-hunt, while pledging to save him politically amid ongoing legal turmoil.

CIA Confirms Severe Damage to Iran Nuclear Sites

Trump Clashes With Intel Over Iran Strike Assessment

White House Plans Limits on Intel Sharing After Iran Leak

US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites have caused severe damage, according to CIA Director John Ratcliffe and other intelligence sources, despite conflicting reports. The strikes have sparked a political fight over their success and led to limited intelligence sharing with Congress.

Zohran Mamdani Wins NYC Dem Mayoral Primary Upset

Mamdani's Win Stuns Democrats and Alarms Wall Street

Trump Slams 'Communist Lunatic' Mamdani After Win

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old democratic socialist, stunned political observers by winning the Democratic primary for New York City mayor, defeating former Governor Andrew Cuomo. His victory has sparked backlash and debate over NYC's political future.

NATO Approves Historic Defense Spending Hike

Trump Secures NATO Allies’ Pact to Boost Defense Budgets

NATO Chief Praises Trump Amid Spending Deal

NATO leaders agreed to raise defense spending to 5 percent of GDP by 2035, a significant increase prompted by US President Donald Trump. The agreement signaled stronger transatlantic defense commitments despite some member resistance.

Trump Admin Sues Maryland Judges Over Deportation Order

Trump Justice Department Takes Maryland Federal Judges To Court

Trump DOJ Sues Entire Maryland Judiciary Over Immigration

The Trump administration has filed lawsuits against federal judges in Maryland over orders delaying immigrant deportations, asserting executive authority amid ongoing immigration enforcement and legal challenges.

US Sanctions Mexican Banks Over Cartel Money Laundering

Trump Admin Targets Financial Firms Aiding Drug Cartels

Trump Moves Against Mexican Banks Linked to Fentanyl Trade

The U.S. Treasury imposed sanctions on three Mexican financial firms accused of laundering drug cartel money, marking a major crackdown on fentanyl trafficking financing as part of the Trump administration’s hardened border policies.

Hegseth Blasts Media Over Iran Strike Intel Leak

Hegseth Readies Presser For ‘Dignity of American Pilots’

Defense Secretary Rips Leakers Over Iran Assessment

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth fiercely defends the success of US airstrikes on Iran and criticizes the media over leaked damage assessments that contradicted official claims, vowing to uphold the dignity of US pilots amid a fallout from leaked intelligence reports.

Bumble to Cut 30 Percent of Staff in Major Layoff

Dating app Bumble announces plans to cut nearly 30 percent of its workforce amid financial strain, reflecting broader challenges in the online dating industry facing user declines and revenue pressures.

DoorDash CEO Among Eight Killed in Lake Tahoe Boat Capsize

A tragic boating accident on Lake Tahoe claimed the lives of a DoorDash executive and seven others during a birthday celebration, highlighting risks associated with sudden storms on recreational waterways.

North Korea Opens Long-Awaited Beach Resort

Kim Jong-un Hails New Tourist Zone as Major Achievement

North Korea opened a new beach resort dubbed one of the country’s greatest feats amid efforts by leader Kim Jong-un to boost tourism despite persistent economic challenges and global isolation.

Republicans Split Over Trump’s Massive Spending Bill

Senate GOP Grapples With Biggest Trump Bill Yet

GOP Senators Seek To Tame Trump’s Sweeping Megabill

Senate Republicans are divided over President Trump's sweeping 'One Big Beautiful Bill,' slowing progress as internal opposition and policy disputes threaten the legislative timeline ahead of the July 4th deadline.

Iran Executes Three Prisoners for Spying on Israel

Iran Hangs Spies Amid Post-War Security Sweep

Iran Crackdown Tightens After 12-Day War With Israel

Iran executed three prisoners accused of spying for Israel amidst an ongoing crackdown following the 12-day conflict with Israel, marking a harsh escalation in judicial retaliation against alleged espionage.

Trump Meets Zelenskyy at NATO Summit Signals More Aid

Zelenskyy Pushes War’s End After NATO Meeting With Trump

President Trump meets with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at NATO summit, discussing increased defense spending and the ongoing war in Ukraine, signaling continued US commitment to Eastern European security.

White House Plans Clampdown On Classified Intel Access

FBI Investigates Leak of Iran Strike Damage Report

The Trump administration plans to restrict classified intelligence sharing with Congress following a leak concerning US airstrikes in Iran, sparking controversy and concerns about transparency between branches.

Ecuador Recaptures Fugitive Drug Kingpin ‘Fito’

‘Fito’ Captured After 18 Months on the Run in Ecuador

Ecuador Nabs Most Wanted Gang Leader After Prison Break

Ecuador recaptures José Adolfo Macías, notorious gang leader known as ‘Fito,’ more than a year after his prison escape, marking a significant victory in efforts against organized crime in the region.

7 IDF Soldiers Killed in Deadliest Gaza Strike Months

Seven Israeli soldiers were killed in southern Gaza, marking one of the deadliest attacks in months, as the Israel-Gaza conflict continues amid tense regional ceasefire efforts.

Ukraine Discovers Sophisticated Iranian Drones

Defense authorities uncovered new highly advanced drones in Ukraine believed to be Iranian-made, indicating a possible escalation in the technological sophistication of Russian drone warfare in the conflict.

Mamdani Vows To Fight Trump Fascism in NYC Mayoral Race

NYC Socialist Candidate Pledges to End Bigotry If Elected

Socialist Zohran Mamdani promises to combat bigotry and reject Trumpism if elected NYC mayor, amid heated rhetoric from Trump and political opponents targeting his progressive platform.

Pelosi Backs Move to Cap Trump's Iran War Powers

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi supports efforts to limit President Trump's unilateral war powers on Iran as Democrats seek legislation to prevent further military escalation without Congressional approval.

Meta Prevails in Landmark AI Copyright Case

Judge Sides With Meta in Suit Over AI Training Books

Court Dismisses Copyright Claims Against Meta AI Use

Meta wins major victory in AI copyright lawsuit after judge rules use of authors' works for AI training constitutes fair use, though legal challenges and concerns about AI copyright continue to evolve.

Trump Pressures NATO Allies to Boost Defense Spending

Trump Lashes Out at Spain Over NATO Spending Deal

NATO Boosts Defense Budgets Following Trump Summit Push

President Trump pressures NATO members to increase defense spending, calling it a monumental win for the U.S., but targets Spain for a side deal allowing spending delays, sparking sharp criticism.

US Targets Mexican Banks Aiding Drug Cartels

Trump administration sanctions multiple Mexican financial firms for alleged involvement in laundering funds for drug cartels, marking an intensified crackdown on transnational narcotics operations funding.

DOJ Sues Orange County Over Noncitizen Voter Records

Justice Department sues Orange County, California over refusal to provide voter records concerning noncitizen removals, escalating federal efforts to enforce election integrity and transparency.

Judge Blocks Trump Move to Shut Down Job Corps Program

Federal judge grants injunction to keep the Job Corps program operational amid Trump administration attempts to close it, reflecting judicial checks on administrative actions affecting youth employment training.

FHFA Orders Fannie, Freddie to Accept Crypto as Mortgage Asset

Trump Admin Pushes Crypto Inclusion for Home Loans

Trump administration plans to count cryptocurrency assets as part of mortgage qualifications, a groundbreaking policy shift aimed at modernizing lending practices and acknowledging digital currency wealth.

Pentagon Expands Military Buffer Zones at Border

Hegseth Orders Third Border Buffer Zone Amid Crackdown

Trump administration intensifies immigration enforcement with new buffer zones along U.S.-Mexico border and legal efforts to accelerate deportations, amid heightened political and operational tensions on immigration.

Alaska Brown Bear Gets Silver Crown in Dental First

Zoo treats Alaska brown bear with a first-of-its-kind silver crown tooth, showcasing innovative animal care efforts to improve health and quality of life for wildlife in captivity.

Mississippi Executes Longest-Serving Death Row Inmate

Richard Jordan Executed After Nearly 50 Years on Death Row

Mississippi executes Richard Gerald Jordan, the state’s longest-serving death row inmate, nearly 50 years after his conviction for kidnap and murder, marking a historical milestone in the state's capital punishment system.

Cargo Ship Carrying 3,000 Vehicles Sinks Off Alaska

Electric Vehicle Carrier Capsizes, Raising Eco Fears

A cargo ship carrying thousands of vehicles has sunk off the coast of Alaska weeks after a fire, raising environmental concerns about the impact of sinking electric and hybrid vehicles on the ocean floor.

US Marshals Rescue 60 Critically Missing Children

US Marshals conduct a record operation, rescuing 60 critically missing children nationwide, marking the most successful child recovery effort in US history targeting traffickers and abusers.

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