- Russian drones hit two foreign-flagged civilian ships in the Black Sea, Ukraine says Euronews.com
- Russia attacks merchant ships in Black Sea, killing crew member Yahoo
- 11 killed, 63 injured in Russian strikes across Ukraine over past day as drones target foreign ships in Odesa Oblast The Kyiv Independent
- Russian Drones Hit Ships Flying Panama and Saint Kitts and Nevis Flags Мілітарний
- 1 killed, 2 injured after Panama-flagged vessel hit in drone attack in Black Sea Xinhua
World Cup predictions: USA vs Australia, Brazil vs Haiti and more
USA face Australia as Brazil seek their first win, while Canada awaits injury news on Ismael Kone and Mexico celebrate.
US export ban on Anthropic’s AI models further strains alliances
Trump administration's move to cut off allies' access to advanced AI prompts calls for greater self-reliance.
For one Yemeni, World Cup serves as a marker of war and peace
Since 1982, a Yemeni fan's commitment to the World Cup has endured war, economic turmoil, and personal sacrifices.
World Cup: Who is Ayyoub Bouaddi, the French teenager playing for Morocco?
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Russia threatens escalation after Ukraine hits Moscow with largest-ever drone attack – CNBC
- Russia threatens escalation after Ukraine hits Moscow with largest-ever drone attack CNBC
- ‘Game Changer’? Too Soon to Tell. But Ukraine Flexed in Striking Moscow. The New York Times
- Ukrainian strikes on Russian oil depots disrupt major contracts Українська правда
- Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, June 18, 2026 Institute for the Study of War
- Massive blasts in Moscow shatter even Putin’s protective shell CNN
US kills 3 in strike on alleged drug smuggling boat in Eastern Pacific
The attack is the latest in a series of strikes on vessels operated by 'narco-terrorists,' according to Washington.
Zimbabwe MPs pass bill to extend president’s time in power
The proposal would extend Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years and scrap direct presidential elections.
KPMG leaked confidential Optus information and surveilled whistleblower’s laptop, inquiry hears
International firm owns up to breach of ethics after staff leaked confidential Optus information while bidding for telco contract
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KPMG has admitted to another breach of ethics after its staff leaked Optus’ confidential information to colleagues bidding for an audit contract with Telstra.
The consulting firm’s executives also surveilled a whistleblower’s laptop and dismissed the individual as someone with “workplace grievances”, a parliamentary inquiry heard on Friday.
Continue reading...Oil prices rise as Lebanon fighting erupts and Hormuz traffic still slow
Brent crude reverses slide after oil, LNG tankers cross critical waterway.
Fears for US-Iran deal as talks delayed by Israeli strikes on Lebanon
Tehran holds back from talks to cement ceasefire due to ongoing Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon.
Iran to lodge complaint with FIFA over World Cup 2026 travel restrictions
Team's complaint comes amid the denial of their request to fly to the United States two days before their next match.
China wins the Iran war without firing a shot – Asia Times
- China wins the Iran war without firing a shot Asia Times
- Analysis: China is counting its wins from the Iran war CNN
- What Will China Learn From the Iran War? Foreign Policy
- How Trump’s Iran war boosted Beijing ThinkChina
- Trump thinks his Iran deal is genius – but China is the only real winner The Independent
Iran war day 112: Vance defends Tehran ‘deal’ but Switzerland trips are off
Vance backs US-Iran deal as Washington ends blockade and Iran hails wartime gains.
US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce – Reuters
- US-Iran peace talks in Switzerland called off, clouding prospects for lasting truce Reuters
- Trump’s Iran Deal Is Off to a Chaotic Start The New York Times
- US envoy headed for Switzerland, Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten talks Al Jazeera
- Live updates: Witkoff heading to Switzerland for Iran talks, US official says CNN
- Trump envoys head to Switzerland for potential Iran talks Axios
Thousands killed in US-Israeli war on Iran – but experts say true total may never be known
Experts say internet, media and government restrictions have all hampered casualty reporting across the region.
Do it at home too, women tell Japanese fans who cleaned World Cup stadium
Some see a double standard: Japanese men who clean in public while their wives do all the housework.
Do it at home too, women tell Japanese fans who cleaned World Cup stadium
Some see a double standard: Japanese men who clean in public while their wives do all the housework.
In Trump’s shadow, Vance becomes face of Iran deal
His fierce defence of the Iran plan amid mounting criticism comes as speculation intensifies about a possible 2028 presidential run.
US lifts naval blockade as Iran’s supreme leader says Trump made deal ‘out of desperation’
Iran's supreme leader says he disagrees with the deal and Donald Trump signed it "out of desperation".