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Brian Kemp Endorses Burt Jones in Georgia’s Gubernatorial Runoff
The endorsement comes days before Tuesday's election and marks a rare point of agreement between the governor and former President Donald Trump.
Taiwan's Intelligence Agency Launches Webpage for Chinese Nationals to Report Tips
The National Security Bureau says the secure channel is modeled after practices used by U.S., British, and Israeli intelligence agencies as cross-strait tensions remain elevated.
Thousands Protest G7 in Geneva as Leaders Prepare to Hold Summit in Nearby France
Police deployed tear gas and made arrests after demonstrators set a car on fire and smashed bank windows, with 7,000 people taking part in the march.
Palestinian Death Toll in Gaza Tops 73,000 as Israel Strikes Despite Ceasefire
The milestone comes even as a U.S.-brokered ceasefire remains technically in effect but has stalled over disagreements about Hamas disarmament.
Trudeau Faces Backlash After Skipping Canada World Cup Match to Attend Katy Perry Performance in Los Angeles
Former Canadian prime minister watched USA match where his pop star girlfriend performed, drawing criticism from some Canadians who called his absence 'a slap in the face.'
Britain Detains Sanctioned Oil Tanker Believed to Be Linked to Russia's Shadow Fleet
The Smyrtos was boarded in the English Channel on Sunday, marking what British authorities call 'the first UK-led operation of its kind' against vessels evading Ukraine-related sanctions.
Iranian Envoy in Mexico Signals US, Tehran Could Be 'Friends' If Israel Sidelined
Ambassador tells Politico at World Cup fan expo that Trump prioritizing American interests over Israel's could open path to better relations.
U.S., Iran Near Framework Agreement on Ending Conflict as Sunday Shows Preview Potential Deal
Trump has made similar assertions about an imminent deal at least three dozen times, raising questions about whether breakthrough is truly approaching.
Pakistan Says Iran-U.S. Peace Deal Could Be Finalized Within 24 Hours as Tehran Pushes Back on Timeline
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson disputed the accelerated timeline, saying a signing will 'not be tomorrow' and citing concerns about U.S. instability.
Canada Defends Blocking Ghana's Thomas Partey From World Cup Entry
The midfielder has been charged but not convicted in the UK; his trial is scheduled for 2027, leaving Ghana without a key player for its Toronto opener.