(2026-06-16). No victory, no defeat: Iran war pauses with fragile freeze. scmp.com The drones are grounded, tankers are reportedly moving again through the Strait of Hormuz and an electronically signed memorandum of understanding has formalised the pause. | After 108 days, thousands dead and hundreds of billions of US dollars stripped from the global economy, the US-Israel war on Iran has ended — for now. | Not with victory. Not with defeat. With a freeze.
(2026-06-16). Shipowners hold off on Hormuz transit until US-Iran deal proves 'material'. scmp.com Shipowners ‚Å will not resume transit through ‚Å the Strait of Hormuz for weeks until they are confident that the US-Iran deal is "material", the CEO of Japan's Mitsui O.S.K. Lines told the Financial Times in an interview published ‚Äåon Tuesday. | The Iran war that began on February 28 with US-Israeli strikes largely stopped shipping through the transit route for around a fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas supply, along with products such as aluminium and urea.
(2026-06-16). US ally strikes first: Has this nation decided to take on China without waiting for Trump, Hegseth. hindustantimes.com Taiwan has launched a new intelligence-reporting portal aimed at gathering information from Chinese nationals, marking a bold escalation in the shadow war between Taipei and Beijing. The move comes amid rising cross-strait tensions, growing espionage concerns, and fears of an intensifying intelligence battle between China and Taiwan.
(2026-06-16). Peace Deal Ends Iran War: What Did US, Israel Gain? juancole.com The Conversation) — After weeks of on-again, off-again negotiations, US President Donald Trump finally seems to have secured an agreement from the Iranian regime to en…
(2026-06-16). 'Terrible' US-Iran deal could deepen Netanyahu's rift with Trump. scmp.com Benjamin Netanyahu bet that his joint war alongside Donald Trump would topple Iran's clerical rulers and bolster ‚Å himself ahead of the election at home, as the architect of a US-Israeli alliance that would reshape the Middle East. | Instead, Israel's longest-serving prime minister is on a collision course with Trump as the US president seeks to extricate himself from the war, with both men's goals unmet and Israeli military operations tied down in Lebanon.
(2026-06-16). Trump presume en Francia de acuerdo de su país con Irán. radiohc.cu El presidente de Estados Unidos, Donald Trump, llegó este lunes al balneario francés de Évian-les-Bains para la Cumbre del G7 presumiendo del acuerdo alcanzado con Irán, tras meses de escepticismo y así lo evidenció ante la prensa. | Aunque en la agenda provisional del encuentro Trump sería el único mandatario en ser recibido por su par y anfitrión, Emmanuel Macron, este se saltó el programa. | Al encontrarse, después del estrechón de manos, las fotos (no se miraron), Trump en sus palabras dijo que ha tenido una "relación fantástica" con Macron y seguidamente dijo que "el acuerdo (con Irán) ya está firmado ª…
(2026-06-16). Hezbollah attacks 'advancing' Israeli force in southern Lebanon. newarab.com 
Fighters from the group "using rockets and drones" blocked an Israeli force consisting of an excavator and two Merkava tanks that was "advancing" in the vicinity of Kfar Tebnit town near the southern c…
(2026-06-16). Cuba reafirmó en ONU compromiso con inclusión y discapacidad. radiohc.cu Cuba reafirmó su compromiso con la plena implementación de la Convención sobre los Derechos de las Personas con Discapacidad durante la 19 ™ Conferencia de los Estados Partes, celebrada está última semana en la sede de las Naciones Unidas en Nueva York. | Según informó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex, la representante permanente alterna de Cuba ante la ONU, embajadora Daylenis Moreno Guerra, subrayó que el Estado concede la más alta prioridad al desarrollo integral, la inclusión social y la protección de los derechos de las personas en situación de discapacidad. | La diplomátic…
(2026-06-16). Convocan Pleno Extraordinario del Comité Central del Partido Comunista de Cuba. radiohc.cu El Buró Político del Partido Comunista de Cuba acordó convocar a un Pleno Extraordinario de su Comité Central, el miércoles 17 de junio de 2026. | De acuerdo con lo publicado en el sitio web de la organización política, el objetivo es evaluar propuestas de transformaciones económicas y sociales, enunciadas por el Primer Secretario del Comité Central del Partido y Presidente de la República, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, en recientes declaraciones a la prensa.
(2026-06-16). PNUD destaca proyecto de Resiliencia Urbana en Cuba. radiohc.cu El Programa de las Naciones Unidas para el Desarrollo (PNUD) en Cuba destacó este lunes la implementación del proyecto Resiliencia Urbana, enfocado en impulsar el diagnóstico técnico de edificaciones para mejorar la respuesta ante desastres. | La iniciativa desarrollada ha facilitado el equipamiento especializado para realizar evaluaciones, así como intervenciones constructivas para prevenir riesgos de colapsos, indicó la organización perteneciente al Sistema de Naciones Unidas en su perfil en Facebook. | En la capital cubana, el programa abarcó el enfoque de riesgo en el Plan Estratégico de la Vivienda del munic…
(2026-06-16). Extraordinary Plenum of the Central Committee of the PCC to be held on Wednesday. radiohc.cu 
The Political Bureau of the Communist Party of Cuba agreed to convene an Extraordinary Plenum of its Central Committee on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, to evaluate proposals for economic and social transformations, announced by the First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Party and President of the Republic, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, in recent statements to the press. | (Taken from the PCC website) | IMAGE CREDIT: ACN | Taken from the PCC website | [ SOURCE: AGENCIA CUBANA DE NOTICIAS ]…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/20: Backyard Dance Party Fundraiser for Gaza Soup Kitchen. indybay.org 2112 Eighth Street, Berkeley, CA…
(2026-06-16). Every drop counts: Gaza's water crisis deepens as summer takes hold. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). The ICRC's response to affected populations and infrastructure following the events of January 2026 in Venezuela. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Venezuela firma acuerdo con compañía General Electric de EEUU. radiohc.cu El Gobierno de Venezuela, a través de la estatal Corporación Eléctrica Nacional (Corpolec), firmó este lunes en Caracas un acuerdo de cooperación con la empresa General Electric (GE) Vernova, de Estados Unidos. | La rúbrica del documento tuvo lugar en el Salón Sol del Perú del Palacio de Miraflores, sede de Gobierno, en presencia de la mandataria encargada Delcy Rodríguez, otros miembros del gabinete, el encargado de negocios de Estados Unidos en Caracas, John Barret, y la directiva de la compañía. | Delcy Rodríguez consideró la firma de este documento como "paso histórico" para el país al permitir la recuperació…
(2026-06-16). Iran Will Sign a Deal on Friday as the Winner, But Will the War Be Over? (Juan Cole). juancole.com Here is the interview Ian Masters conducted with me Monday at | Here is an computer-generated transcript, which I have manually tried to correct: | Ian Masters: Now, here's Juan Cole. He's a professor of Modern Middle East and South Asian history at the University of Michigan, and he has an article at Informed Comment, Welcome to background briefing, Juan Cole. | Juan…
(2026-06-16). Trump Hegseth Storm Global Heating's Shores with Carbon Artillery. juancole.com (
(2026-06-16). US Military Notice Says US Blockade on Iranian Ports Is Still in Effect, Contradicting Trump. news.antiwar.com The US military said in an advisory to merchant ships on Monday that the US blockade on Iranian ports remains in effect "pending execution" of a ceasefire deal between the US and Iran, The Hill has reported, a notice that contradicts President Trump's declaration that the blockade has been lifted. The MOU will be officially …
(2026-06-16). Belarus' Lukashenko tells Russia, Ukraine to make 'compromises' and end war. scmp.com Belarusian President Alexander Lukashenko, one of Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin's closest allies, said in an interview published on Monday that Russia and Ukraine must compromise to end the war that has raged for more than four years with no end in sight. | Lukashenko, whose ex-Soviet state has been improving ties with Washington, also said that ‚Äåhe would not rule out meeting US President Donald Trump.
(2026-06-16). ICRC President: "We can no longer pretend that what we are witnessing across war zones is in accordance with the law" icrc.org Speech given by Mirjana Spoljaric, President of the International Committee of the Red Cross, at the UN Security Council Open Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict — 20 May 2026, New York…
(2026-06-16). Beyond the romantic necrophiliac's chit chat activities. indybay.org The Sick Twisted World Of Necrophilia:…
(2026-06-16). Under Trump's orders, U.S. commits mass murder on the high seas. indybay.org Yesterday on June 13, 2026, the Juneteenth holiday, reportedly, "A U.S. District Court has issued an order stopping the Trump-Vance administration from censoring American history and science and ordering the restoration of unlawfully censored information displayed in America's largest classroom — our national parks.
(2026-06-16). Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farm. indybay.org Activists Protest Merck For Purchasing Dogs for Animal Testing From Notorious Ridglan Farms…
(2026-06-16). Tuesday 6/16: 2026 City of Sacramento Juneteenth Flag Rasing Ceremony. indybay.org City Hall of Sacramento | Courtyard | 915 I Street | Sacramento, CA 95814…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/20: Gay Shame 25th Anniversary Zines & More. indybay.org valencia st @ cunningham pl | san francisco | (south of 19th st)…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 7/11: Stop The AI Race — Protest on July 11. indybay.org 12: 00 PM — Rally at OpenAI (1455 3rd St) | 12: 00 PM — Speeches at OpenAI | 1: 00 PM — Walk to Anthropic (500 Howard St) | 1: 45 PM — Speeches at Anthropic | 2: 15 PM — Walk to Google DeepMind (345 Spear St) | 2: 30 PM — Speeches at Google DeepMind…
(2026-06-16). Monday 6/15: No Monarchs Monday: Weekly Protest at Tesla in San Francisco. indybay.org At the Tesla Dealership, 999 Van Ness (corner of Van Ness and O'Farrell), San Francisco…
(2026-06-16). Friday 6/12: Land: the only real frontier . . . a walking tour. indybay.org meet in the lobby of the American Youth Hostel | 312 Mason Street | San Francisco…
(2026-06-16). Saturday 7/18: Election Kickoff Meeting: Volunteer with LWVSF for the November Election (in-person date). indybay.org Western Addition Branch Library, 1550 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94115…
(2026-06-16). FIFA World Cup 2026: "The beautiful game" in grip of Trump and financial oligarchy. wsws.org The tournament has been transformed into a platform for imperialist arrogance, militarism and anti-immigrant chauvinism by the Trump administration, without protest by FIFA and its co-hosts.
(2026-06-16). Sri Lanka: JVP-led government's broken promise on provincial council elections. wsws.org For nearly a decade, successive governments have refused to hold elections for the provincial councils in flagrant violation of the country's constitution.
(2026-06-16). Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi member speaks against the armed attack on miners in Türkiye. wsws.org At the protest held in Izmir, a Sosyalist E≈üitlik Partisi member denounced the armed attack on miners and called for a broader mobilisation of the working class.
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/14: The Streetside Library. indybay.org in front of ye olde abandoned Half Price Books, | in Downtown Berkeley, | on 2036 Shattuck Avenue.
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/20: Film Showing: The Seed of the Sacred Fig, directed by Mohammad Rasoulof. indybay.org Revolution Books | 2444 Durant Avenue | Berkeley, CA 94704…
(2026-06-16). Australia: Broad opposition to Labor's NDIS bill that cuts support for disabled. wsws.org The Labor government's far-reaching assault on the National Disability Insurance Scheme has provoked an outpouring of anger from disabled people, their families and advocacy organisations.
(2026-06-16). Pro-Zionist organization files discrimination charges against National Education Assocation. wsws.org The suit claims the teachers' union created a "hostile environment" for Jewish and Israeli members, particularly at a July 2025 Representative Assembly in Portland, Oregon.
(2026-06-16). US imperialism's debacle in Iran. wsws.org Despite killing more than 3,000 Iranians and triggering a global food and energy crisis, the United States has failed to achieve the objectives for which it went to war.
(2026-06-16). Africa's billionaires and the causes of the continent's poverty. wsws.org Africa's four richest billionaires own $57.4 billion—more than the combined wealth of half the continent's 1.5 billion population…
(2026-06-16). Corporate thugs open fire on miners in Türkiye. wsws.org Company thugs opened fire on the àñz≈üen Mining workers and their families, who were staging a sit-in to demand payment of their wages.
(2026-06-16). UAW convention opens in Detroit amid rebellion by auto parts workers. wsws.org The complacent and self-congratulatory speeches from the convention podium avoided all mention of the drive by the Trump administration to establish a fascist dictatorship or the seething rank-and-file discontent expressed in a series of contract rejections by auto parts workers.
(2026-06-16). EU Should Build on Hungary's Recommitment to ICC. hrw.org Click to expand Image | International Criminal Court in The Hague, Netherlands, April 30, 2024. | © 2024 Peter Dejong/AP Photo | With Hungary's reversal of its decision to leave the International Criminal Court (ICC), the European Union has an opportunity to extend the significance of this moment for international justice well beyond Budapest. EU leaders should state clearly and with one voice in the conclusion of the upcoming June 18-19 European Council meeting that their support for international justice and the ICC is consistent and unwavering.References to the ICC in European Council conclusions, the…
(2026-06-16). Tuesday 7/7: Happy Hour with the League of Women Voters of San Francisco. indybay.org Rikki's, 2223 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94114…
(2026-06-16). Auto supplier IAV to shutter Berlin site: Form an action committee to defend every job! wsws.org As early as December 2025, IAV management announced its intention to eliminate roughly 1,500 jobs this year. Over the course of seven rounds of negotiations with management to date, union officials have, in their own words, proven themselves "willing to compromise."
(2026-06-16). UAW officials rush through sellout contract at American Axle on eve of Detroit convention. wsws.org The UAW bureaucracy gave workers less than 48 hours to review the 118-page agreement, and threatened that workers would be replaced with strikebreakers if they rejected the pro-company deal.
(2026-06-16). Saturday 6/13: Free virtual screening of the film "Forced to Land" indybay.org Zoom | us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Nf-s……
(2026-06-16). Thursday 6/18: Tell Target to Stand Up To ICE! indybay.org Metreon Target: 789 Mission Street. Meet on the sidewalk by the Mission Street entrance.
(2026-06-16). Australia's educators online meeting exposes AEU suppression of opposition to sellout deal. wsws.org Teachers, support workers and student teachers spoke out against the intolerable conditions in public schools and the Australian Education Union's anti-democratic methods.
(2026-06-16). Was the Budget really unpopular? Plenty of reasons suggest 'no'. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/14: End This Corrupt, Brutal, and Chaotic Regime. indybay.org Tam Junction, 150 Shoreline Highway, Mill Valley…
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/14: March! No ICE Detention Camps in Gilroy! indybay.org Meet at 7500 Arroyo Circle, Gilroy. We will walk to 7240 Holsclaw Rd (NEW ICE FACILITY IN GILORY)…
(2026-06-16). Click to Care: Humanity in a Digital World. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement expresses concern over attack on Red Cross volunteers in Bunia, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Mali: ICRC steps up support to people affected by armed violence. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Sunday 6/28: Dean Wyrzykowski: Facing 31 Years in Prison for Saving Dogs. indybay.org
(2026-06-16). Wednesday 7/15: Election Kickoff Meeting: Volunteer with LWVSF for the November Election (online date). indybay.org
(2026-06-16). Sudan: ICRC RED aircraft makes first Port Sudan—Khartoum flight since war began. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Synergy in Action: IHL and Islamic Law for Humanitarian Outcomes. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Latin America and the Caribbean: When seeking medical care is dangerous. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Democratic Republic of the Congo: Kimareki rebuilds a life beyond disability. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Searching for people missing in connection with the 1992-1993 armed conflict continues. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Georgia: Remains of eleven people missing in connection with 1992—93 armed conflict handed over to families. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Jordan: The Essay Competition on International Humanitarian Law. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Frequently asked questions: Understanding the ICRC's neutrality. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Frequently asked questions: Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the military domain. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). ICRC RED aircraft to operate from Jeddah to strengthen humanitarian access to Sudan. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Certificates and declarations of absence: A guidance note. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Frequently asked questions: Our work in Mali. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Penal repression of serious violations of international humanitarian law — Factsheet. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: Red Cross volunteers at the heart of the response in Bunia. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Poland: High level briefing on IHL for the Polish ministries. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). ICRC, Xinhua News Agency and Fudan University host Content Creators Forum on humanitarian storytelling and empathy. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Egypt: States Convene in Cairo to Reinforce Respect for Rules of War Amid Rising Conflicts. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). ICRC and Asian Development Bank formalize their first institutional partnership. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Ethiopia: Beyond survival, a journey defined by possibility. icrc.org
(2026-06-16). Sancti Spíritus: Sistemas solares por más vidas salvadas. radiohc.cu 
Hasta El Jíbaro, localidad ubicada en la parte sur de la provincia de Sancti Spíritus y bautizada con ese nombre debido a la existencia de abundantes perros jíbaros en la zona, llegó un kit de panel solar hasta el Consultorio del Médico y Enfermera de la Familia con servicio extendido de esa comunidad rural. | "Ahora, llega cualquier paciente, a cualquier hora y puede ser atendido perfectamente con iluminación", precisó la doctora Armire Varela Alemán, directora general de Salud en el municipio de La Sierpe, quien valora la utilidad del montaje de estos medios para mantener el servicio ininterrumpido en los centr…
(2026-06-16). Argentina: Indio Solari y movimiento de masas… indybay.org Movimiento de masas y modelo socio-político. Breve especulación sobre los "Redondos" y "el Indio"
(2026-06-16). ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026. indybay.org ENLACES de Red Latina sin fronteras 11.06.2026 | comunicaciones e información para la liberación…
(2026-06-16). LLamamiento a boicotear el Mundial de Futbol en EEUU. indybay.org
(2026-06-16). Anticipation Grows for Argentina's Debut. radiohc.cu Havana, June 15 (RHC) — Just hours before the debut of the world champion team in the 2026 Football Cup, the expectation among Argentine fans is growing today with nuances of anxiety, especially since coach Lionel Scaloni refused to reveal the lineup for tomorrow. | Argentina's national team, La Albiceleste, faces Algeria on Tuesday in a Group J match. Coach Scaloni described Algeria as a "good team" in a press conference this afternoon in Kansas City, broadcast on several Argentine television channels; in fact, they are perhaps the strongest group based on their recent performances. The other two teams are…
(2026-06-16). Spanish Disappointment at the World Cup. radiohc.cu Havana, June 15 (RHC) — Spain, the current European champions, disappointed today in their debut at the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Mexico, the United States and Canada, drawing 0-0 against debutants Cape Verde. | In Atlanta, what appeared to be a lopsided match in favor of the Europeans ended up being more of a fiasco than a victory, leaving the Spanish players frustrated. | La Roja extended their unbeaten streak to 32 official matches, but left with a bitter taste in their mouths after failing to overcome a team making its debut in this competition. | In the same Group H, Saudi Arabia and Uruguay drew 1-1 in Mi…
(2026-06-15). No trust in Trump? Iran on alert despite peace deal, Mojtaba aide warns defenses are still expanding. hindustantimes.com Days before a June 19 peace deal signing, Iran is sending mixed signals—trumpeting "successful" talks while a top aide to Mojtaba warns the armed forces remain fully alert and ready to strike. As President Trump declares the agreement "complete" and moves to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, fresh doubts emerge over how much Tehran trusts Washington—and whether this fragile calm will last.
(2026-06-15). US-Iran ceasefire deal opens fragile path out of war as Israel threatens to keep fighting. nationofchange.org The interim framework could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pause a war that killed thousands, but unresolved disputes over sanctions, Iran's nuclear program, frozen assets, and Israel's military operations leave the deal vulnerable before it is even signed.
(2026-06-15). Donald Trump announces US-Iran peace deal with 'permanent' end to military action, Strait of Hormuz reopened. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: A landmark peace agreement between the United States and Iran is scheduled to be formally signed in Geneva, Switzerland, on June 19, representing a significant move toward ending a conflict that has unsettled the Middle East for over three months. | The announcement was first made by Pakistan and later confirmed by both Washington and Tehran. On Sunday, US President Donald Trump revealed the development on social media, stating that the agreement with Iran had been finalized. He also approved the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of the US naval blockade. | "The deal with the Islam…
(2026-06-15). Trump on Iran: text of Iran deal to be released after Friday. al-monitor.com EVIAN, France, June 15 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Monday a deal with Iran has been agreed and the test of the deal will be released sometime after a formal signing on Friday.Speaking shortly after arriving in Evian, France, for a G7 meeting, Trump also said the Strait of Hormuz will be fully open by Friday. (Reporting by Steve Holland; Writing by Doina Chiacu; Editing by Franklin Paul)…
(2026-06-15). Pakistan-mediated breakthrough: US, Iran agree to halt war, reopen Hormuz. geo.tv 
People walk near a mural depicting the late leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, and Iran's late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on a street in Tehran, Iran, June 14, 2026.Trump says deal includes reopening Strait of Hormuz.MOU announced despite Israeli…
(2026-06-15). US-Iran peace deal to materialise on June 19 in Switzerland: 14-point framework behind agreement. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The United States and Iran have agreed to end the military action with reopening of Strait of Hormuz and restarting negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme. | The proposed agreement- expected to be signed on June 19 in Switzerland could ease concerns over oil supplies, reduce the risk of a wider Middle East conflict and remove one of the biggest sources of uncertainty in global markets. | The agreement centres on three broad areas: reopening the Strait of Hormuz, providing economic relief to Iran and restarting negotiations over Tehran's nuclear programme. | It also establishes a 60-day windo…
(2026-06-15). Alexander Zevin: Trump's Gulf War. newleftreview.org Asymmetries of the US-Israeli assault on Iran, as an uneasy balance holds between Tehran's tourniquet on the Strait of Hormuz—and the world economy—and the enormous firepower of the aggressors, at the end of the first round.
(2026-06-15). Trump's big U-turn: POTUS once backed political change in Iran, now he praises Tehran's negotiators. hindustantimes.com U.S. President Donald Trump has declared an end to the military campaign against Iran, signaling a notable shift from earlier rhetoric that appeared supportive of political change inside the country. As diplomacy takes center stage, debate continues over the outcome of the conflict and whether either side achieved its strategic goals. Despite weeks of military pressure, Iran's government remained intact while regional tensions and energy market disruptions increased global concern. Attention is now focused on the future of U.S.-Iran relations, unresolved questions surrounding Iran's nuclear program, and the role…
(2026-06-15). Britain, France, Germany and Italy ready to lift Iran sanctions: statement. ecns.cn BRUSSELS, June 15 ⚪ Britain, France, Germany and Italy said Sunday they are prepared to lift sanctions on Iran in response to steps on its nuclear program after the United States and Iran reached a deal to end their war.
(2026-06-15). Trump pivots to bipolarity with China as US hegemony declines. infobrics.org Europe and NATO sidelined as foreign policy is reshaped to serve predatory US national interests.
(2026-06-15). Amateur saboteurs: the young men carrying out attacks for gangs, Russia and Iran. al-monitor.com By Michael Holden and Sam TobinLONDON, June 15 (Reuters) – Shortly after midnight on May 13, 2025, Ukrainian national Roman Lavrynovych messaged someone he knew as 'EL Money', a mystery figure who had instructed him to commit three arson attacks on property linked to British Prime Minister Keir Starmer."I hope I will have an opportunity to shake your hand soon … Be in touch," he said in a text message.An hour later, counter-terrorism officers raided his London home and he was charged with committing arson with intent to endanger life.
(2026-06-15). IDF confirms killing Hezbollah commander responsible for creating Iran-backed militias in Iraq. longwarjournal.org On June 14, the Israeli military confirmed that it killed Ali Mousa Daqduq, a wanted and dangerous Hezbollah military commander. Daqduq was a key architect of the Iranian-backed militias in Iraq and a top Hezbollah commander involved in leading attacks inside Israel. He was previously reported killed in the fall of 2024, but his death was never confirmed.
(2026-06-15). Israel rejects withdrawal from Lebanon despite US-Iran war deal. newarab.com 
The stance comes despite Tehran's insistence during neg…
(2026-06-15). Elijah Magnier on US-Iran Framework Agreement: A Thorny Path to Peace. thealtworld.com Elijah J Magnier, Veteran war correspondent and political risk analyst discussed the US-Iran framework agreement, highlighting that it is not a peace deal and Israel's exclusion from the agreement may lead to further tensions. | The agreement includes a freeze in Lebanon, but Israel has not committed to withdrawing forces. The success of this agreement depends on various factors, including the resolution of enriched uranium and sanctions issues, and political pressure on Benjamin Netanyahu.
(2026-06-15). Lebanese mourn destroyed homes, livelihoods in southern city. al-monitor.com When Kamal Kamal heard a ceasefire deal had been agreed between Iran and the United States, he rushed back to the southern city of Nabatieh only to find an Israeli strike had reduced his life's work to rubble.The city, usually home to some 90,000 people before the latest war between Israel and Hezbollah erupted on March 2, was largely deserted as Israel pressed its military offensive in the area in recent days.
(2026-06-15). Israeli Ministers Say Israel Isn't Bound by US-Iran Deal, Won't Withdraw From Lebanon. news.antiwar.com In the wake of the US and Iran announcing a Memorandum of Understanding to end the conflict between the two nations that includes a ceasefire in Lebanon, Israeli ministers have said Israel isn't bound by the agreement. Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz vowed that the IDF will not withdraw from its so-called "security zones" in …
(2026-06-15). Israeli strike kills one in south Lebanon, first deadly attack since US-Iran deal announcement. al-monitor.com June 15 (Reuters) – An Israeli drone strike targeted a car in southern Lebanon, killing its driver, Lebanese security sources and state media reported on Monday.The strike was the first reported deadly Israeli attack in Lebanon since the announcement of the U.S.-Iran agreement. (Reporting by Maya Gebeily; Writing by Tala RamadanEditing by Ros Russell)…
(2026-06-15). US-Iran MOU is a mere Agreement to Keep Talking. juancole.com Ann Arbor (Informed Comment) — Early Monday morning Islamabad time, Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif
(2026-06-15). With war likely over, Iranian rulers must face demands of angry, embittered population. al-monitor.com By Parisa Hafezi and Angus McDowallDUBAI/LONDON, June 15 – Iran's theocratic rulers have seen off a U.S. military campaign but their real problems may be about to begin: managing the competing demands of hardliners buoyed by surviving the onslaught and those of an impoverished, angry people.Iran's powerful hardliners are energized by a three-month confrontation they feel Iran has won. They want the leadership to take a tough stance in coming talks with the U.S. and prioritise rearming, confident they can halt any internal dissent with force.
(2026-06-15). US-Iran deal; PM Modi-Trump meet; Pak in sweet spot? Shishir Gupta explains big churn. hindustantimes.com As a ceasefire holds and a June 19 Iran—US deal looms, Hindustan Times' Shishir Gupta joins Aayesha Varma on Point Blank to unpack what's really at stake – from enriched uranium and Iran's proxies to Kharg and Hormuz, Trump—Modi talks at the G7, tariffs on India, Pakistan's mediation play, and why New Delhi must stay firmly "India first."
(2026-06-15). Iran Forces Deal With US, Commitment To End War on All Fronts. orinocotribune.com Iran says military deterrence and regional resistance helped finalize the US agreement, as Tehran stresses Washington was forced to accept an end to the war. | Iran's Supreme National Security Council said it finalized a memorandum of understanding with the United States on June 14 regarding the end-of-war negotiations, referred to as the Islamabad talks. | Key points are that military operations on all fronts, including Lebanon, are to cease immediately and permanently from tonight, according to the statement. | Additionally, the naval blockade imposed on Iran will be lifted immediately. The memorandum is schedu…
(2026-06-15). Pakistan says U.S., Iran reach peace agreement, signing ceremony set for June 19. ecns.cn ISLAMABAD, June 15 ⚪ Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif announced early Monday that the United States and Iran had reached a peace agreement following intensive negotiations.With an official signing ceremony scheduled for June 19 in Switzerland.
(2026-06-15). Everything we know so far about the US-Iran peace deal. newarab.com 
Late on Sunday, Pakistan's The memorandum of understanding, due to be signed in Switzerland on Friday, has been welcomed by governments across the Middle East and beyond as a potential pathway out of a conflict that has killed thousands, disrupted global e…
(2026-06-15). Political leadership welcomes US—Iran understanding, praise diplomacy. tribune.com.pk 
Political leadership, including President Asif Ali Zardari, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, and Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, on Monday welcomed the US—Iran peace agreement, describing it as a positive development for regional stability and a potential boost to global economic and diplomatic conditions. | President Asif Ali Zardari welcomed the announcement of a Memorandum of Understanding between the United States and Iran, expressing hope that it will lead to a final agreement and help secure lasting peace in the region. | In a statement shared…
(2026-06-15). More Than a Coincidence? The Strategic Timing of the US-Iran Deal Before G7. thinktank.pk As world leaders gather in France for the G7 Summit, an unexpected development has emerged from one of the world's most volatile geopolitical flashpoints. Reports suggesting that the United States and Iran are moving closer to a peace agreement have triggered intense debate among diplomats and analysts alike. The timing is particularly striking. Just days …
(2026-06-15). U.S.-Iran peace deal reflects commitment to dialogue over confrontation: Pakistani deputy PM. ecns.cn June 15 ⚪ Pakistani Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar on Monday said that the peace deal reached between the United States and Iran reflects the collective resolve of friendly nations to choose dialogue over confrontation and sends a reassuring message to the international community.
(2026-06-15). Iran says 'deep mistrust' in US remains despite peace deal. newarab.com 
Iran's foreign ministry said on Monday that Tehran still holds "deep mistrust" of the United States despite an "Unfortunately, it must be acknowledged that Iran's deep mistrust of the United States stems from long history of wrongdoing by American leaders," foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said during a press briefing. | "The United States still has a long way to go before it can earn the trust of the Iranian people," he said, adding that the framework was "merely a…
(2026-06-15). US-Iran Peace Deal and Its Impact on India. ummid.com The historic June 2026 US-Iran framework agreement marks a volatile culmination to over 100 days of devastating attrition, fundamentally shifting Middle Eastern security paradigms while altering India's energy and strategic landscape.
(2026-06-15). UN chief condemns Israel's strikes on Beirut. ecns.cn UNITED NATIONS, June 14 ⚪ UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Sunday strongly condemned Israeli strikes earlier in the day on Beirut, Lebanons capital.
(2026-06-15). Shabatt with Albany Jewish Voice for Peace. mediasanctuary.org On Friday June 12, Albany Jewish Voice for Peace held a community anti-Zionist Shabbat, coming together as a community to share food, commit to radical solidarity and intersectionality, to support a free Palestine, and to build a Jewish community not centered on or dependent on Israel or Zionism. JVP was heartbroken to see the legal structures that have enabled Black political representation, and access to public space for trans people, being deconstructed by a fascist movement. This month service honored the resilience, leadership, and sumud of Black, Trans, Queer, Disabled, and Indigenous voices in our movem…
(2026-06-15). Rajesh Sharma's posts celebrating Gaza Genocide re-surface after son killed in US strikes. ummid.com Social media users have digged out Rajesh Sharma's posts celebrating Israeli Genocide of Palestinians in Gaza after his son, Aditya Sharma, was killed in a United States military strike off the coast of Oman Thursday June 11, 2026.
(2026-06-15). Report: Israel is 'above the law' and Gaza is testing Britain's democracy. thecanary.co 
A new report by Mona Deely — CEO of Reform Initiative for Transparent Economies (RITE) — lays bare how support for Israel's settler-colonial aggression in Palestine depends on disregard for international law by Israel and its allies. Deely, also a UK-certified lawyer, presents a detailed account of how unconditional support for states engaged in genocide […] | By
(2026-06-15). Jonathan Cook: How Israel planned the Gaza genocide decades ago. asiapacificreport.nz 
In October 2023, Israel found an excuse to breathe new life into an old story of slaughter and expulsion. The chief differences this time have been of scale and duration, writes Jonathan Cook. ANALYSIS: By Jonathan Cook The truth slowly comes to light: Israel's genocide in Gaza was planned decades ago. Listen to the testimonies…
(2026-06-15). Germany's direct action case puts Palestine solidarity on trial. newarab.com 
I sat alongside dozens of other supporters of the Ulm5, five pro-Palestinian activists who allegedly destroyed an Elbit Systems factory in Ulm to protest Germany's complicity in the genocide of the Palestinians. When we saw Vi, Zo, Leandra, Crow and Daniel for the first time, the entire court erupted in applause. | Some defendants, such as Daniel, are effectively subjected to solitary confinement, spending 23 hours a day locked in their cell and receiving only one hour of gym time per week. Leandra is confined to their cell for 20 hours a day. Daniel is permitted just two 30-minute visits per month, and any discu…
(2026-06-15). June 30, 2026 Webinar: Cuba's Queer Rights Revolution! — No U.S. War On Cuba! End the U.S. Blockade! wibailoutpeople.org 
Hear from socialist, queer, trans and union activists who visited Cuba and wrote the book: "Cuba's Queer Rights' Revolution: Love is the law" with Melinda Butterfield & Gregory E. Williams. The same White House regime trying to strangle and destroy socialist Cuba, is the same cabal trying to exterminate our Trans and Queer siblings in …
(2026-06-15). The Central Intelligence Agency at Swan Island before, during, and after the Bay of Pigs Invasion of Cuba. covertactionmagazine.com [This article continues CovertAction Magazine's efforts to illuminate the history of the CIA.—Editors] The CIA's "Brief History of Radio Swan," formerly classified SECRET EYES ONLY, begins with this paragraph: "On 17 March 1960, President Eisenhower approved a covert action program to bring about the replacement of the Castro regime. Within the propaganda framework of that …
(2026-06-15). Cuba will continue to enhance its defense preparedness. radiohc.cu As part of the activities for National Defense Day, the Vice President of the National Defense Council and of the Republic, Salvador Valdés Mesa, and the head of the Economic and Social Body and Prime Minister, Manuel Marrero Cruz, both members of the Political Bureau, assessed the preparedness of the Siboney Defense Zone to protect people in an exceptional situation and ensure the continuity of basic services.
(2026-06-15). Cuba reaffirms commitment to the inclusion of people with disabilities before the United Nations. radiohc.cu Cuba reaffirmed its commitment to the inclusion of people with disabilities before the United Nations, denouncing that policies for this sector are implemented in a complex context resulting from the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States, as well as the energy embargo and the application of secondary coercive measures also originating from the US. | During the 19th Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the Cuban delegation emphasized that the comprehensive development of citizens with disabilities remains a high priority for…
(2026-06-15). Honduras con Cuba en un plantón contra el imperialismo. radiohc.cu Honduras coordina acciones para apoyar a la Revolución cubana en su lucha contra el recrudecimiento del bloqueo económico, comercial y financiero impuesto por Estados Unidos, y de esa forma exigir el cese de las amenazas de invasión a la isla caribeña. | Para el miércoles 17 de junio a las 10: 00am, la Asociación Amistad Honduras Cuba convoca a un acto publico frente a la embajada de Estados Unidos en Tegucigalpa con el nombre: Plantón hondureño por la paz y la no intervención militar contra Cuba. | La convocatoria precisa que la Constitución de Honduras establece en el artículo 15: ´Honduras hace suyos los…
(2026-06-15). Cuba y Granada refuerzan vínculos parlamentarios. radiohc.cu Leo Cato, presidente de la Cámara de Representantes de Granada, recibió en Saint George a la embajadora de Cuba en ese país, Yadirys Echenique Paz, en un encuentro que reafirmó la voluntad de fortalecer los vínculos institucionales y la cooperación bilateral, informó el portal del Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Cubaminrex. | Durante la reunión, la diplomática trasladó el saludo de la dirección de la Asamblea Nacional del Poder Popular de Cuba y destacó el buen estado de las relaciones entre los legislativos de ambos países, así como la disposición de mantener un diálogo fluido con sus homólogos granadinos.
(2026-06-15). Bloqueo estadounidense impacta al cubano de a pie. radiohc.cu Reportes provenientes de una provincia del oriente cubano señalan apagones de hasta 72 horas con afectaciones al abasto de agua mientras desde La Habana reflejan cómo la escasez de combustible paralizó por días el ya mínimo transporte por ómnibus. | Se trata de dos ejemplos de las penurias que acongojan a los cubanos de a pie por el recrudecimiento del bloqueo de Estados Unidos. | El boicot se hizo frenético en los últimos cinco meses, cuando Donald Trump, instigado por Marco Rubio, firmó dos órdenes ejecutivas, contentivas, entre otras cortapisas, de un cerco energético. | La parálisis de los envíos de combustib…
(2026-06-15). Recuerdan en Angola fin de Operación Carlota. radiohc.cu Miembros de la Embajada de Cuba en Angola, encabezados por el embajador Oscar León, junto a una representación del colectivo de la corporación Antex S.A, recordaron este lunes la cooperación militar de la nación caribeña en Luanda. | En el contexto del aniversario 35 del fin de la Operación Carlota (27 de mayo de 1991), nombre bajo el cual se movilizaron casi 400 mil cubanos desde 1975 a solicitud de las autoridades angoleñas para apoyar a las fuerzas nacionales, la comitiva visitó el Museo Nacional de Historia Militar, en Luanda. | En la ocasión, recorrieron diversas salas de la institución y, en particular, la…
(2026-06-15). Global Surge in Attacks on Education Continues, Rising More Than 40 Percent Worldwide. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Gaza's education system lies in ruins. | © Plan International / Ahmed Salama | (New York) — At least 8,500 attacks on education took place globally in 2024-2025, a more than 40 percent increase from the previous two-year period, according to Education Under Attack 2026, released today by the Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack (GCPEA). These attacks harmed over 10,600 students, teachers, and education personnel across 83 countries, including 55 not in active armed conflict."We believe the true increase is far higher," said Felicity Pearce, lead researcher for Ed…
(2026-06-15). Starmeroid MP left red-faced as Gaza email prosecution collapses. thecanary.co 
Starmeroid MP Peter Kyle and state prosecutors have been humiliated today after a constituent resoundingly defeated Kyle's attempt to criminalise her for emailing him about Israel's Gaza crimes. Claire Kerrison had copied Kyle — her constituency MP — in on emails to Keir Starmer and his ministers about Israel's criminal abduction of humanitarian volunteers trying […] | By
(2026-06-15). Gaza's armed groups submit revised roadmap to mediators. newarab.com 
(2026-06-15). Australia to probe Israel's abuse of Gaza flotilla activists. newarab.com 
Australia's federal police said Monday they are investigating claims of abuse by Israeli officials made by citizens who were abducted by the Israeli navy in international waters from their Some members of a group of Australian activists have alleged they were subjected to "physical, psychological and Following a meeting…
(2026-06-15). Nancy Fraser: Gaza as World Event. newleftreview.org The global reverberations of Israel's destruction of Gaza, understood as world event—an epochal turning point which serves to reveal the changing nature of the times. Philosophical reflections on the rise of a new-era McCarthyism in Germany and the US.
(2026-06-15). The Mladenov distraction: Behind the screen, Netanyahu is annexing Gaza 'step-by-step'. peoplesworld.org 
Gaza requires urgent international attention. What is happening in the besieged and devastated Strip at the moment by far exceeds an unfolding humanitarian disaster; it is a calculated geopolitical reshaping. Israel is actively executing a plan to permanently occupy the vast majority of Gaza, with consequences that require little elaboration, considering what we already know …
(2026-06-15). The Threat of Big Insurance. portside.org The Threat of Big Insurance |
(2026-06-15). 'Island surrounded by war': Crimeans panic amid Ukrainian attacks. aljazeera.com Fuel shortages and fears rock Crimea as Kyiv attacks the annexed peninsula.
(2026-06-15). 702 Sunset Victory! But the Fight Continues. rightsanddissent.org Thanks to everyone who took action over the past few months to urge Congress to either enact substantive reforms or allow FISA section 702 sunset. | We got the sunset! | This is a major victory, but it also means there is more work ahead. | Trump's appointment of his unqualified lackey, Bill Pulte, to be Director of National Security helped Democrats in Congress see the obvious: you don't give vast, unchecked surveillance power to someone you know is going to abuse it. The problem is that these same politicians seem fine with handing over the same powers to Kash Patel and Donald Trump himself. | No one in governm…
(2026-06-15). Faisalabad gets anti-smog guns to combat air pollution. tribune.com.pk 
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has provided two anti-smog guns to Faisalabad as part of efforts to improve air quality and mitigate the harmful effects of smog ahead of the upcoming winter season. | EPA Director General Imran Hamid Sheikh formally inaugurated the anti-smog guns at the DC Office Complex. | The ceremony was attended by Additional Deputy Commissioner (General) Anwar Ali, Additional Deputy Commissioner (Finance and Planning) Mudassar Mumtaz, Deputy Director EPA Muhammad Usman Azhar, Faisalabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry President Farooq Yousaf Sheikh, All Pakistan Textile Processi…
(2026-06-15). AIPAC Sneaks Money Into Manhattan. levernews.com 
(2026-06-15). Belgium fight back to draw with Egypt in World Cup group game. newarab.com 
Emam Ashour opened the scoring early in the first half in Seattle, before Romelu Lukaku came off the bench after the hour to force Egypt's Mohamed Hany into an own goal. | With the draw, seven-time Africa Cup of Nations champions Egypt's wait for a first victory at a World Cup goes on. | This is their fourth participati…
(2026-06-15). Niger Strips Exiled Opposition Leader of Nationality. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Mayra Djibrine, May 9, 2026, in Brussels, Belgium. | © Private | Niger's junta leader, Gen. Abdourahamane Tiani, signed on June 11 a decree provisionally stripping Nigerien nationality from Mariama Djibrine, a leading opposition figure living in exile. The measure is based on a 2024 order that created a national database of people suspected of terrorism.Authorities accuse Djibrine of disseminating "information likely to disturb public order, inciting revolt, and colluding with a foreign power." The accusations come amid an escalating crackdown on dissent since the military seized p…
(2026-06-15). Zimbabwe's climate migrants fear eviction as crackdown intensifies. aljazeera.com Many settled in Zimbabwe's fertile Eastern Highlands after drought left their home areas unable to support farming.
(2026-06-15). Congenital Syphilis Skyrockets as US Has Shortage of Drug That Treats It. truthout.org The United States has a shortage of the only first-line medication recommended for pregnant women with syphilis to prevent passing it to their baby, even as congenital syphilis rates have been skyrocketing. Last July, drug manufacturer Pfizer issued a voluntary recall of brand name Bicillin L-A, or penicillin G benzathine — a long-acting injectable of the antibiotic — warning of particulates… |
(2026-06-15). Trump Calls Iran Deal "Complete" as Questions Linger Over Its Terms. truthout.org On Sunday evening, President Donald Trump announced that a "deal" had been reached between the United States and Iran, supposedly bringing a lasting end to hostilities in the unauthorized war he launched in late February. "The Deal with the Islamic Republic of Iran is now complete," Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social website. "I hereby fully authorize the toll free opening of the… |
(2026-06-15). Ivory Coast beats Ecuador 1-0 at FIFA World Cup with Amad Diallo goal. aljazeera.com Ecuador looked strong before Diallo broke through in the 90th minute with a clinical left-footed shot to seal the win.
(2026-06-15). Russian strategic bomber plane crashes in Siberia on training exercise. al-monitor.com MOSCOW, June 15 (Reuters) – A Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber plane crashed on Monday in Siberia's Irkutsk region during a training flight, the Russian Defence Ministry said, and the aircraft's crew had managed to safely eject. The Tu-22, which can carry hypersonic "Kinzhal" missiles and is code named "Backfire" by NATO, is a Soviet-era supersonic bomber that Russia has since used for combat missions in Syria and Ukraine.
(2026-06-15). Starmer has banned kids from social media instead of reining in capitalist big tech. thecanary.co 
PM Keir Starmer has announced a social media ban for under-16s which will prevent access to apps like Snapchat, TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X. Taking inspiration from Australia, the UK will introduce a similar ban to take effect from Spring 2027. However, the government will go further by restricting livestream and 'stranger communication' for […] | By
(2026-06-15). Can you spend $1 trillion? We hand you Musk's fortune to find out. aljazeera.com Elon Musk just became the world's first trillionaire. We break down what $1 trillion can buy across 35 categories.
(2026-06-15). Hainan fashion show blends Li plant dyeing, rattan weaving into modern design. ecns.cn An art show blending Li ethnic plant-dyeing and rattan-weaving techniques with modern fashion design was held at the Hainan Provincial Mass Art Center in Haikou on Saturday.
(2026-06-15). Justice department to host social justice walk in Stellenbosch. sanews.gov.za Justice department to host social justice walk in Stellenbosch | The Department of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD), in partnership with the Centre for Social Justice at the Stellenbosch University, will host the #Action4Inclusion (AFI) Social Justice Walk in Stellenbosch. ⚪ The walk — to be held on 16 June — is in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the student uprising as well as to observe the 30th Anniversary of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa. ⚪ "Held under the theme: From Soweto to Social Justice, the Social Justice Walk seeks to honour the legacy of the you…
(2026-06-15). Canada: Manitoba ends student pathway to permanent residency, move to largely impact Indians. ptcnews.tv PTC News Desk: The Canadian province of Manitoba has ended a major immigration pathway for international graduates, marking a shift toward giving greater importance to work experience rather than educational qualifications when selecting candidates for permanent residency. | Manitoba is the first Canadian province to make such a change, and the decision could have significant implications for Indian students who plan to use a study permit as a pathway to permanent residency in Canada. | According to immigration news outlet CIC News, the Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has immediately discontinued the…
(2026-06-15). Bujrjeel Holdings announces Dh10 mn package for Indian/SL expats died in accident. ummid.com The UAE based Burjeel Holdings of Dr Shamsheer Vayalil has announced a Dh10 million package for the families of the Indian and Sri Lankan expatriates killed in a road accident in Dubai three days ago.
(2026-06-15). Sunday Science: Alien First Contact: How the New Rules Differ From Science Fiction. portside.org Sunday Science: Alien First Contact: How the New Rules Differ From Science Fiction |
(2026-06-15). Vance Says US-Iran MOU Has Already Been Signed 'Digitally'. news.antiwar.com Vice President JD Vance said on Monday that a Memorandum of Understanding to end the war between the US and Iran had already been signed "digitally" on Sunday night and that the text would be released in the coming days, though an official signing ceremony is still expected to take place this Friday in Geneva. …
(2026-06-15). Israel hits Lebanese World Heritage City, Sacred Shrines. juancole.com The Conversation) — Cultural heritage is often treated as an unfortunate casualty of war. In reality, the destruction of significant historic sites is often a Recent attacks on cultural h…
(2026-06-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 6:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-15). US Is Terrorizing Its Own Citizens With "Less-Lethal" Weapons, Victim Says. truthout.org On March 28, 18-year-old University of Southern California student Tucker Collins documented a protest outside the Los Angeles Metropolitan Detention Center. "I didn't even see any of the officers who had their weapons out," Collins told Truthout. "[I was] standing back from the crowd and, you know, focused on trying to frame up the crowd, and then the next thing I know, I can't see anything."… |
(2026-06-15). Record increase in DRC Ebola cases raises death toll to 181. aljazeera.com The Ebola outbreak, caused by the rare Bundibugyo virus strain, has reached 782 confirmed cases.
(2026-06-15). B-52 Bomber Crashes At Edwards Air Force Base In California (Updated). twz.com 
A massive tower of black smoke emanated from near the main runway at Edwards AFB which we now know was caused by the crash of a B-52.
(2026-06-15). Why Pauline Hanson's small business message falls flat. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-15). UK Court Upholds 'Terrorism' Ban on Palestine Action. hrw.org Click to expand Image | Protesters gather outside the Royal Courts of Justice on the Strand listening to the judge's statement, London, UK, June 15, 2026. | © 2026 Tom Jeffreys/Press Association via AP Photo…
(2026-06-15). Shares jump, oil skids in Asia on news of Gulf deal. newarab.com 
Share markets surged in Asia on Monday while the dollar slipped and oil prices slid as
(2026-06-15). CFF Bharat: Whose Baby is This, Anyway? ummid.com 'Muslim intellectuals' looking for salvation at the altar of RSS must not forget that Muslims/Islam or other minorities in India can survive only when Indian democratic-secular-egalitarian polity framed under the guidance of Dr. BR Ambedkar survives.
(2026-06-15). After A Long, Fraught Journey, Mike Brown Finally Wins An NBA Championship. newsone.com 
Source: Gregory Shamus / Getty | I'm not even from New York, but even I couldn't resist cheering for the Mike Brown is one of only 10 Black head coaches in the NB…
(2026-06-15). Carving out a better future for SA's youth. sanews.gov.za Carving out a better future for SA's youth | As South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising on Tuesday, 16 June 2026, Minister of Higher Education and Training Buti Manamela says the task ahead is clear: to create opportunities for the country's youth through education, skills development and pathways into employment. ⚪ "For millions of young people, access to education and skills development represents a pathway to dignity, economic participation and a better future. That understanding has strengthened my resolve to ensure that our institutions are responsive, accountable and focused o…
(2026-06-15). Motorcycles from Chongqing gain momentum in overseas markets. ecns.cn Chongqing Yuantai Motorcycle Industry Co., Ltd., in Beibei District, was established at the end of 2024 and went from groundbreaking to trial production in just seven months. The company's products have been gaining momentum in overseas markets.
(2026-06-15). France, Britain push Hormuz mission as Iran, US agree to end war. newarab.com 
France and Britain are pushing plans for a multinational naval mission to safeguard shipping through the Diplomats say Iran has signalled strong opposition to any foreign military presence in the waterway and could seek to impose transit fees on shipping – a red line for European powers – making its stance decisive for any de…
(2026-06-15). Checkmate or Stalemate? Iran war and limits of American power. infobrics.org As the Iran crisis reshapes the geopolitical landscape, Washington faces mounting strategic, military and financial pressures. New analyses suggest that the age of uncontested US primacy may already be over. The real question is whether America can adapt to a multipolar world.
(2026-06-15). MQM-P renews demand for urban province in Sindh. tribune.com.pk 
Muttahida Qaumi Movement-Pakistan (MQM-P) Chairman Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui on Sunday strongly defended his party's political role and legacy in Karachi, saying that the city's present development is largely the outcome of MQM's past efforts in local governance. | Speaking at a ceremony on Sunday, Siddiqui said MQM was not present in Karachi from the beginning and argued that the party emerged in response to long-standing issues faced by the city's residents. | "If Karachi had no problems, then why did MQM come into existence?" he asked, using a rhetorical comparison, adding, "Were rivers of milk flowing in the…
(2026-06-15). Protest staged in Geneva against upcoming G7 summit. ecns.cn A massive demonstration was staged on Sunday afternoon in Geneva to protest against the Group of Seven (G7) summit which will be held in the French town of Evian from Monday to Wednesday.
(2026-06-15). Nation's UNESCO sites top conservation ratings. ecns.cn China's natural and mixed natural-cultural UNESCO World Heritage sites are outperforming their global peers in conservation, with roughly 90 percent receiving a "good" or higher rating from the International Union for Conservation of Nature, according to Chinese authorities.
(2026-06-15). Russia's major barrage on Ukraine kills 11, damages Unesco heritage site. scmp.com Russia fired hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles at Ukraine's biggest cities in a nighttime bombardment that killed at least 11 people and set fire to a renowned religious site, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and other officials said on Monday. | The attacks on the capital, Kyiv, and the second-largest city, Kharkiv, came after Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin spoke separately by phone with US President Donald Trump on Sunday. The exchange suggests Washington has not…
(2026-06-15). Chinese vlogger Li Ziqi named ambassador for 48th WorldSkills Competition in Shanghai. ecns.cn Chinese content creator Li Ziqi has been appointed as a promotion ambassador for the 48th WorldSkills Competition, which will be held in Shanghai from September 22 to 27.
(2026-06-15). Behold the U.S.'s 250th birthday, brought to you by corporate behemoths, via Trump. peoplesworld.org 
WASHINGTON—Behold the United States' 250th birthday celebration, brought to you by a cavalcade of corporate behemoths, via Donald Trump. And much of it will be paid for by you and me. At least $103 million in taxpayer dollars were funneled to favorite Trump companies via no-bid contracts from the Trump-established celebration committee, Freedom 250. It …
(2026-06-15). JoSAA 2026 Seat Allotment 1 Today: Link, Steps to Check. ummid.com The Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) for admission to IITs, NITs, IIEST, IIITs and Other-GFTIs based on JEE Advanced 2026 score is set to release on its official website 'josaa.nic.in' the Seat Allocation 1 result, also called as Seat Allotment Round 1, today i.e. Saturday June 13, 2026.
(2026-06-15). Manslaughter charges filed over Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court fire. wsws.org Manslaughter charges over Hong Kong's Wang Fuk Court inferno expose a vast corrupt system of profiteering, bid‚Äërigging and brutal housing conditions.
(2026-06-15). Talegaon: Where Connectivity, Industry and Liveability Converge. ummid.com The Pune Ring Road – whose western section is targeted for completion by May 2027 – will directly benefit the Talegaon belt, connecting it to Hinjewadi IT Park, Lohegaon Airport, and PCMC without traversing city arteries.
(2026-06-15). Zionist MP Tapp asks Polanski "What should a terrorist look like?" thecanary.co 
Israel-fanatic and Labour Friends of Israel (LFI) vice-chair Labour MP Mike Tapp isn't the brightest — or most moral — bulb in the box. Tapp thinks it's great for police to beat the crap out of a helpless suspect. So maybe it's no surprise he didn't see what a door he was opening when he […] | By
(2026-06-15). Strong winds to lash Karachi till Tuesday. tribune.com.pk 
The Meteorological Department has forecast stronger-than-usual winds across the city until Tuesday, bringing a brief spell of relief from persistent heat while also raising the possibility of dusty gusts in parts of the metropolis. | According to the Early Warning Centre of the Pakistan Meteorological Department, moderate to strong sea breezes are expected to continue, with wind speeds likely to increase up to 50 km/h from the southwest. At times, dusty winds may also sweep through certain areas. | The winds are expected to slightly lower temperatures, resulting in comparatively mild weather conditions over th…
(2026-06-15). Rep. Shontel Brown Shuts Down Racist GOP Rep Who Says She's Trying To Get More Welfare 'For Her People'. newsone.com 
Source: Bill Clark / Getty | Another day, another congressional Republican proves that the GOP is willing to do anything to get away from its reputation for being racist — except stop being racist. | Earlier this month, Rep. James Comer (R-Kentucky) made Comer, who chairs the House Oversight and G…
(2026-06-15). Construction work buries foundation stone. tribune.com.pk 
The foundation stone of any historic building is a key part of its identity and cannot be altered or removed. However, due to alleged negligence by the Sindh Assembly administration, the original foundation stone of the 86-year-old provincial assembly building has been obscured during construction work, making it difficult to view or read its inscription. | The two-storey Sindh Assembly building is an architectural landmark dating back to the British colonial era. Its foundation stone was laid on March 11, 1940, by Sir Lancelot Graham, the then governor of Sindh under British rule, while the building was forma…
(2026-06-15). Weekly Climate and Energy News Roundup. wattsupwiththat.com Quote of the Week: "In scientific debate, it is neither power nor authority that should carry decisive weight, but only scientific truth itself" — Ferenc Deák, 1803‚àí1876, Hungarian Stateman [H/t István János Kovács]…
(2026-06-15). Canary Catch Up: A week of TV announcements including on the BBC's Doctor Who. thecanary.co 
Hello and welcome to Canary Catch Up. Each week, our resident telly addict Rachel Charlton-Dailey will bring us bang up to date with the shows she's been obsessed with, what she's hate-watching, and what she can't wait to get stuck into. Something I was painfully aware of when I started this column was that some weeks […] | By
(2026-06-15). Family blames driver in Murree crash. tribune.com.pk 
The tragic accident in the Khajat area of the Murree Expressway involving tourists from Multan has taken a new turn after statements from the affected family member, Kashif, sparked fresh debate on social media. | Kashif, who lost 10 members of his family in the incident, including his mother, wife, and five children, alleged that the accident occurred after an argument broke out between children in the vehicle and the driver over loud music. | According to him, the children had asked the driver to turn off loud songs during the journey, which led to a heated exchange between them. He further claimed that, in…
(2026-06-15). Uruguay squad lands in US after flight delay ahead of World Cup opener. aljazeera.com Uruguay arrived in the US less than 24 hours before the kickoff time for their game against Saudi Arabia.
(2026-06-15). Sweden secure comfortable win over Tunisia. thecanary.co 
Sweden opened their World Cup campaign with a ruthless performance, easing past Tunisia 5-1 in a match that underlined the attacking depth Graham Potter has built. It was not flawless — but what mattered was control, clarity and a front line that looked sharp from the first whistle. Gyà∂keres strikes early Viktor Gyokeres and Alexander […] | By
(2026-06-15). The Ebola epidemic in the Congo: Nearly 1 month since the declaration of the Public Health Emergency of International Concern. wsws.org Nearly one month since the declaration of a public health emergency of international concern, WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus has issued a bleak assessment of the outbreak.
(2026-06-15). EU carbon tariff sows havoc in China as steel firms grapple with 'absurd' rules. scmp.com As trade tensions between Beijing and Brussels continue to rise, China's firms in the European Union have been forced to walk a delicate tightrope: expanding their presence in the lucrative market while grappling with heightened regulatory hurdles and rapid geopolitical shifts. In the first part of this three-part series, we look at a new, complex EU carbon tariff system that has business owners scratching their heads. | Neil Miao has been exporting metal hardware to Europe for years. But earlier…
(2026-06-15). Sweden beat Tunisia 5-1 in strong start to World Cup. aljazeera.com Two goals from Ayari and one each from Isak, Gyokeres and Svanberg take Sweden to the top of Group F in Monterrey.
(2026-06-15). World Cup racism monitor urges FIFA to remove VAR official over gesture. aljazeera.com Fare network calls for Australian VAR official Shaun Evans to be removed from World Cup 2026 after 'OK' symbol on camera…
(2026-06-15). Israeli minister urges Netanyahu to solve congestion at int'l airport caused by U.S. military aircraft. ecns.cn Israeli minister urges Netanyahu to solve congestion at intl airport caused by U.
(2026-06-15). Gauteng congratulates Comrades Marathon runners. sanews.gov.za Gauteng congratulates Comrades Marathon runners | The Gauteng provincial government has congratulated all participants in the 99th edition of the Comrades Marathon, from elite athletes and seasoned ultramarathoners to first-time finishers who took on one of the world's greatest tests of human endurance. | "Every athlete who stood on the start line and every runner who crossed the finish line is deserving of recognition. The Comrades Marathon is far more than a race; it is a celebration of perseverance, sacrifice, discipline and the limitless potential of the human spirit," MEC for Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreat…
(2026-06-15). Under war clouds, revenues falter, debt costs rise. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistan's fiscal crisis is no longer a warning; it is a lived reality. Recurrent expenditures continue to rise while federal revenues falter, leaving little room for development spending. Every year, the government accepts ambitious tax and non-tax revenue targets under IMF programmes, yet its administrative machinery repeatedly falls short of achieving them. | The cost of running the civil government (RoCG) has surged by nearly 80%, from Rs89.5 billion in Q1FY2022 to over Rs161 billion in Q1FY2026. During the first half of FY26, RoCG increased 12.3% to Rs380.6 billion and exceeded Rs629 billion in 9MFY26, up…
(2026-06-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 11:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-15). SPL 25/26: Cristiano Ronaldo's bicycle kick is Goal of the Season. ummid.com Al-Nassr Captain Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic bicycle kick against Al Khaleej has been adjudged the 'Goal of the Season' for 2025-26.
(2026-06-15). Iranian American protesters gather as football team prepare for World Cup opener. scmp.com Iranian Americans streamed into the Los Angeles stadium where Iran play their first match at the 2026 World Cup on Monday, with some calling for Iranians to band together and forget politics while others bore symbols protesting the government. | The team arrived at the stadium, having flown into the US on Sunday from their training base in Tijuana, ‚ÄåMexico, touching down in Los Angeles just as a deal was announced to end the US-Iran war.
(2026-06-15). Trump's White House cage match: A fascistic exercise in sadism. wsws.org It would be difficult to conjure up a more grotesque expression of the collapse of American democracy and the depravity of American capitalism in its death agony.
(2026-06-15). Gaethje shocks Topuria to win UFC lightweight title at White House event. aljazeera.com In perhaps the biggest upset in UFC history, ‚ÄåGaethje becomes champion after Topuria's corner stops fight.
(2026-06-15). Mahmoud Khalil keynotes alternative Stanford grad ceremony. newarab.com 
The scene looked like a traditional university graduation day—a lectern and a microphone, white chairs with new What made this event different was its display of Palestinian flags and the presence of speakers—Columbia University graduate
(2026-06-15). UK to ban under 16s from social media apps including TikTok, YouTube. scmp.com Britain will ban children under 16 from using a range of social media apps including Snapchat, TikTok and YouTube to protect young people from harmful content and excessive screen time, Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Monday. | Starmer told a news conference that he will fight back if technology companies resist the move, and acknowledged some teens would try to find their way around a ban. But he said he is "not prepared to compromise on the safety and happiness of our children".
(2026-06-15). Chinese referee Fu Ming makes FIFA World Cup debut. ecns.cn Chinese referee Fu Ming made his FIFA World Cup debut on Sunday, serving as a support VAR (SVAR) official for the Group D match between Australia and Türkiye in Vancouver.
(2026-06-15). Palestine Action ban to stay in place as courts rule human rights protest is 'terrorism'. thecanary.co 
The Court of Appeal has ruled in favour of home secretary Shabana Mahmood's appeal against the High Court's ruling that the 'terrorism' ban on Palestine Action was unlawful. The appeals court decided that the ban was a proportionate infringement on UK human rights and did not exceed the government's powers. Palestine Action The judge reading […] | By
(2026-06-15). America's Naval Force Posture Largely Unchanged With Iran Ceasefire Deal On The Horizon. twz.com 
Here's TWZ's weekly carrier tracker monitoring America's flattop fleet, including deployed Carrier Strike Groups (CSG) and Amphibious Ready Groups (ARG), using publicly available open-source information. Check out last week's report The U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports
(2026-06-15). Masquerade Is Not Disguise; It Is Wearable Art And Wearable Altar. newsone.com 
Source: Astrida Valigorsky / Getty | When the Zaouli mask appears during the Surreal Montage in Ryan Coogler's Sinners, the room changes. The body beneath the mask moves with impossible speed, feet flashing like something human and more-than-human at once, while the upper body remains steady, composed, almost untouchable. It is not just a dance. It is an arrival. | Zaouli, created by the Guro communities of central Cà¥te d'Ivoire, is often celebrated for its dizzying footwork and breathtaking control. But to only admire the speed is to miss the deeper thing. The mask is a presence. The dancer does not simp…
(2026-06-15). Traditions&Technologies: New Art Tendencies in China. infobrics.org Interview with Valinor Yinuo Wu, artist-curator, writer, and translator based between Shanghai and London…
(2026-06-15). "Seize the Means of Knowledge Production" : Durba Mitra on Third World Feminists and Their Fight Against Patriarchal Authoritarianism. publicbooks.org "I suggest that the building of women's organizations through cross border collaboration leads to a total transformation of civil society."
(2026-06-15). Client journalists defend Musk becoming a trillionaire. thecanary.co 
Elon Musk — the seig-heiling owner of X — has become the world's first trillionaire. As we'll explain, he's achieved this by leveraging his power, influence and shamelessness to prove that capitalism is every bit as rotten as we said it is. However, if you ask one of the many thoughtless establishment journalists out there […] | By
(2026-06-15). Sweden demolish Tunisia 5-1 to seize control of World Cup group. newarab.com 
Sweden crushed Tunisia 5-1 on Sunday to leave the North African nation's defensive reputation in tatters and seize control of Graham Potter's men took the lead in Guadalupe in the seventh minute courtesy of Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari's thunderbolt from outside the box, following a mix-up at the back. | The celebrations of Ayari, who is of Moroccan and Tunisian descent, were muted despite his fine finish. | Sweden doubled their lead on half an hour after a rapid break freed Alexander Isak on the left. | The Liverpool forward race…
(2026-06-15). Putin unleashes over 50 missiles & hundreds of drones as Russia strikes Kyiv's 1000-year-old monastery. hindustantimes.com Ukraine reports one of the largest overnight attacks in recent months as Russia launched a massive wave of missiles and drones targeting Kyiv and multiple cities across the country. Ukrainian officials say dozens of missiles and hundreds of drones were used, causing civilian casualties, widespread damage to residential areas, and disruptions to critical infrastructure. A historic religious site within the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra complex was also struck, sparking outrage from cultural and religious leaders. Additional strikes were reported in Kharkiv, Sumy, and Dnipro, damaging museums, colleges, and homes. The assaul…
(2026-06-15). Fox to buy Roku for US$22 billion to fuel streaming push. scmp.com Fox Corp is buying Roku in a cash-and-stock deal valued at about US$22 billion in a bet that pairing its sports and news programming with a top TV streaming platform ‚Äåwill strengthen its position as audiences shift online. | The deal, announced on Monday, gives Fox access to the more than 100 million households using Roku's streaming platform, potentially helping the cable TV-reliant media company better target ads and reduce reliance on traditional distribution. It is Fox's first major…
(2026-06-15). The Kushner-Israel nexus behind the Albania 'flamingo revolution'. responsiblestatecraft.org Albania, a small Balkan nation on the Adriatic coast, seldom makes headlines. But
(2026-06-15). Suthra Punjab vehicles left to rust. tribune.com.pk 
Newly acquired sanitation vehicles under the "Suthra Punjab" cleanliness initiative have reportedly been left exposed in the open for the past one-and-a-half years near the Pothohar Town office and Facilitation Centre at the District Courts complex, resulting in significant deterioration and alleged theft of parts. | The vehicles – including loaders, trolleys, tractors and smaller utility vehicles – have reportedly suffered rust damage and fading paint due to prolonged exposure to heavy rainfall and intense sunlight. | Officials and local sources said the lack of security during evening and night hours had als…
(2026-06-15). Muharram majalis begin today. tribune.com.pk 
Majalis commemorating the martyrs of Karbala will formally begin on Monday (today) at imambargahs across Rawalpindi and Islamabad. | From today until the 5th of Muharram, majalis at every imambargah will continue daily until midnight. From the 6th of Muharram, with the start of mourning processions, the duration of majalis and processions will be extended until 2am daily. | Strict security arrangements have been completed at all imambargahs in the twin cities. Entry of vehicles and motorcycles into roads and streets surrounding imambargahs will remain prohibited. Closed-circuit cameras have been installed arou…
(2026-06-15). Wednesday 6/17: Pesticides News Conference at Headquarters. indybay.org Driscoll's Headquaters | 345 West Ridge | Watsonville, CA 95076…
(2026-06-15). Trump, Iran announce ceasefire agreement. wsws.org While the terms of the settlement remain undisclosed, this much is already clear: The Trump administration achieved none of the aims for which it went to war.
(2026-06-15). The first Pride was a riot. mronline.org 
Throughout the 1950s and '60s, the FBI and several police departments kept lists of known homosexuals and their friends, and even places they frequented, and the U.S. Post Office kept a list of addresses of people who received mail of a suspected homosexual nature.
(2026-06-15). Large protest held in Tokyo against gov't military expansion policies. ecns.cn June 14 ⚪ A large number of Japanese people took to the streets in Tokyo on Sunday afternoon to protest a series of military expansion policies recently pursued by the government of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi and the ruling Liberal Democratic Party.
(2026-06-15). Iraq plans to reshuffle its military, security leadership soon. newarab.com 
(2026-06-15). Great Nicobar Project: Serious Questions to Answer. ummid.com As bulldozers move into the forests and plans become reality, Great Nicobar stands at a historic crossroads where the choices made today may determine the fate of one of the world's last great island wildernesses for generations to come.
(2026-06-15). 6 killed in pickup truck rear-end crash in north China's Inner Mongolia. ecns.cn Six people were killed when a pickup truck crashed into a parked water truck in Ejin Banner, north China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, on Sunday morning, local authorities said.
(2026-06-15). National Youth Parliament pays tribute to 1976 students. sanews.gov.za National Youth Parliament pays tribute to 1976 students | Parliament will convene the National Youth Parliament on Monday, in Johannesburg, to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Student Uprisings and mark 30 years of South Africa's transformative Constitution. | Taking place under the theme: "Youth Empowerment for a Suitable Future," the 2026 Youth Parliament will reflect on whether the Constitution has delivered on its promise to build an equal and cohesive society, with a particular focus on youth development, economic participation and social cohesion. | The day will feature a reflection on the 1976…
(2026-06-15). Britain seizes Russian tanker as drumbeat for more military spending grows louder. wsws.org If Labour Prime Minister Keir Starmer does not succeed in meeting the demands of the warmongers, then replacements are waiting in the wings to implement their agenda.
(2026-06-15). 15 Afghan nationals rounded up in Chachro operation. tribune.com.pk 
Fifteen suspected Afghan nationals were detained during a joint operation conducted by intelligence and law enforcement agencies in Chachro tehsil of Tharparkar district on Sunday, police sources said. | According to officials, the operation targeted Afghan families residing in the vicinity of Chachro police station. During the raid, authorities scrutinised residency records and identity documents of several people, following which 15 suspects were taken into custody. | The detainees were later shifted to Karachi for further investigation and legal proceedings. | Local residents claimed that most of the detain…
(2026-06-15). Spain vs Cape Verde live: World Cup 2026. aljazeera.com Follow our live build-up, with full team news coverage, before our live text commentary stream.
(2026-06-15). Andaman and Nicobar Erupts Over Higher Education Reforms. ummid.com Students across the Andaman and Nicobar Islands have launched sustained protests against changes in the affiliation and administrative status of government colleges, arguing that the reforms threaten affordable higher education and create uncertainty regarding degrees, infrastructure, and future employment prospects.
(2026-06-15). New front in the Target struggle? Labor joins the Black-led boycott. peoplesworld.org 
Two major labor organizations recently affirmed their support for the nationwide Target boycott, which started in February 2025. The first is the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU), which passed a resolution at its 55th convention during Memorial Day weekend in Atlanta encouraging its members to "refrain from patronizing Target until the company demonstrates a …
(2026-06-15). Palestinian leader Abbas announces presidential election in 2027. newarab.com 
Palestinian president Abbas, 90, won the last Palestinian presidential election in 2005 with a mandate of four years, meaning his term should have expired in 2009. | However his term was extended and no presidential election has been held since, with Abba…
(2026-06-15). The horrifying truth about Trump's cage match. peoplesworld.org 
On Sunday, June14, Trump threw an 80th birthday bash for himself (he says it was to honor of the 250th birthday of the United States) with a "Freedom250" Ultimate Fighting Championship cage match on the South Lawn of the White House. It was a bloody gladiator fight taking place inside a 600-ton, 154-feet-tall skeletal structure …
(2026-06-15). Will The Simpsons correctly predict this year's FIFA World Cup. albawaba.com 
ALBAWABA – The Simpsons has become famous over the years for its correct predictions, such as the September 9/11 attacks and Trump's presidency. But one prediction that circulates every four years has yet to come true.In a 1997 episode of The Simpsons dubbed 'The Cartridge Family', a television show displayed a football match between Mexico and Portugal in Springfield, the town where the show takes place; this scene is said to be a prediction of the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.This prediction, however, is not new; having been going viral online in the 2018 and 2022 World Cups, with 2026 being the latest, and will n…
(2026-06-15). Peru: Final Election Results Pending due to Contested Ballots; Protests Reported in Lima. orinocotribune.com On Saturday night, nearly one week after the second round of Peru's presidential elections, the National Office of Electoral Processes (ONPE) website showed that far-right candidate Keiko Fujimori was leading with 9,072,289 votes (50.051%). Meanwhile, left-wing candidate Roberto Sánchez had 9,053,801 votes (49.949%), with 98.435% of the ballots counted. This count represented a minimal difference of 18,488 votes between the candidates. | Of the total 92,766 voting station tally sheets, 91,423 were counted, and 1,343 were sent for review by the Special Electoral Jury (JEE) under the category of "flagged" or "conte…
(2026-06-15). Raise the Colours' Ryan Bridge bailed after assault at protest. thecanary.co 
Ryan Bridge, the co-founder of Operation Raise the Colours, has been arested and bailed on suspicion of assault. Bridge, alongside hundreds of others, attended a 'Stop the Boats' protest in Brighton on Saturday 14 June where there were counter-protestors supporting Carnival Against Fascism. Birmingham Live shared a statement from Sussex Police confirming: A 44-year-old man from […] | By
(2026-06-15). Fincantieri CEO Opens Up About The Constellation Class Frigate Debacle. twz.com 
(2026-06-15). Tunisia fires head coach after World Cup thrashing. newarab.com 
The Tunisian Football Federation announced his dismissal on its Instagram account. Written in Arabic, the statement was translated by Google. | "An agreement has been officially reached to dismiss coach Sabri Lamouchi," the statement read. | "Plans are underway to appoint Mondher Kebaier as the national team coach (on an interim basis) to complete the…
(2026-06-15). Settlers douse elderly Palestinian with gasoline in West Bank. newarab.com 
Settler violence in the occupied Yaser Saeed said he was preparing to leave the local mosque after evening prayers when settlers sprayed gasoline through a window, covering the righ…
(2026-06-15). US government forces shutdown of Anthropic's most powerful AI models. wsws.org The export-control directive against Anthropic reveals the capitalist state asserting direct power over who may build and deploy the most advanced AI, and for what ends.
(2026-06-15). Capitalist oligarchy, the UAW and the class struggle. wsws.org On the eve of the UAW Constitutional Convention, American capitalism has minted its first trillionaire, SpaceX CEO Elon Musk.
(2026-06-15). Massive riot takes control of Kyiv's streets over Zelensky's forced mobilisation for army. hindustantimes.com Tensions erupted in Kyiv as reports say anti-mobilization protests clashed with police during a conscription-related detention attempt. According to local channels, the confrontation began when officers tried to detain a military-age man, prompting dozens of residents to intervene. The situation escalated into a standoff, with chants against authorities and police reportedly deploying tear gas to disperse the crowd. Videos circulating online show heated exchanges between protesters and officers. The incident highlights growing public frustration over Ukraine's ongoing mobilization efforts as the government seeks…
(2026-06-15). How Raoul Peck Became a Cinematic Griot. portside.org How Raoul Peck Became a Cinematic Griot |
(2026-06-15). Watch: Sundar Pichai booed at Stanford University over Google support to Israel. ummid.com Google CEO, Sundar Pichai, was booed over the support the tech giant is providing to Israel and greeted by students chanting 'Free Palestine' slogans as he rose to address the Stanford University's 2026 Graduation Ceremony Sunday June 14, 2026.
(2026-06-15). UK charges Indian captain of suspected Russian shadow tanker seized in Channel. scmp.com British prosecutors have charged with sanctions contravention offences the Indian captain of an interdicted alleged Russian shadow fleet vessel seized in the Channel, the National Crime Agency (NCA) said on Monday. | It follows British armed forces on Sunday intercepting the sanctioned oil tanker Smyrtos — said to belong to Russia's shadow fleet — in a dramatic operation hailed by Kyiv and London as a blow to Moscow's war machine.
(2026-06-15). Is Trump Building a New Peace Table for Russia and Ukraine? thinktank.pk In diplomacy, timing is often as important as words. That is why the unusual development of both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy holding separate telephone conversations with US President Donald Trump on his birthday has attracted attention far beyond ceremonial greetings. Officially, the calls were presented as separate discussions focusing on …
(2026-06-15). Dozens of Women Join Hunger and Labor Strike at Delaney Hall ICE Jail. truthout.org Nearly 40 women have joined the hunger strike at Delaney Hall immigrant jail in Newark, New Jersey, releasing a new set of gender-specific demands as the strike enters its fourth week. On June 11, dozens of women detained in unit 1 of the jail announced that they were joining the hunger strike. Their demands include improving conditions in the facility; the release of female detainees… |
(2026-06-15). Govt engages religious leaders ahead of Muharram. tribune.com.pk 
The Punjab Home Department has intensified preparations to maintain law and order during Muharram, holding a series of meetings with religious scholars and community leaders from various schools of thought across the province. | According to officials, consultations have been held in Lahore, Faisalabad, Gujrat, Multan, Rawalpindi, Gujranwala, Sahiwal, Dera Ghazi Khan, Mianwali, Jhang and other districts to discuss security arrangements for Muharram processions and religious gatherings, particularly during Ashura. | In Gujranwala Division, the Cabinet Committee on Law and Order reviewed Muharram security arrang…
(2026-06-15). Media hypes One resurgence — what they forgot. independentaustralia.net 
(2026-06-15). USPS workers discuss 4 deaths at Palmetto facility, privatization drive in public meeting. wsws.org The USPS Workers Rank-and-File Committee meeting reviewed the four deaths at Palmetto, Steiner's restructuring plans, the USPS safety crisis and reports from postal workers in Britain and Canada.
(2026-06-15). Tuesday 6/16: Why Juneteenth Still Isn't a Holiday in the City of Sacramento. indybay.org Sacramento City Hall…
(2026-06-15). Muharram 1448 H Moon Sighting in Saudi Arabia, Pakistan Today. ummid.com Authorities in Saudi Arabia and the Moon sighting committees in Pakistan, United Arab Emirate (UAE), Kuwait, Oman, Iraq, Qatar, Morocco, Iran and other states have urged local Muslims to sight the New Moon of the Holy month of Muharram al Haram 1448 (Moharram Moon 2026) today i.e. Monday 29th of Dhul Hijjah 1447 AH, corresponding to June 15, 2026.
(2026-06-15). Messi or Mbappe: Who will break the most goals record in FIFA World Cup? ummid.com As the 2026 Football World Cup is ongoing, fans are keeping a watch on Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappe to see who will finally break the most goals record in FIFA World Cup currently held by Miroslav Klose.
(2026-06-15). Philly's next budget includes funding for proactive rental inspections, modular home factories. whyy.org Have a question about Philly's neighborhoods or the systems that shape them? PlanPhilly reporters want to hear from you! Philadelphia's next city budget contains millions aimed at easing an ongoing affordable housing crisis — but leaves some housing priorities on the cutting room floor. | The $7.1 billion plan, which was
(2026-06-15). Monument to shared anti-fascist memory: the legacy of Langwogou. ecns.cn In Zhangbei County of China's Hebei Province, a monument stands in tribute to the fallen soldiers of the Soviet Union and Mongolia who fought the Japanese aggressors. It bears witness to a deeply moving chapter in the history of the World Anti-Fascist War, a memory that transcends time and boundaries.
(2026-06-15). Japan's property sector looks strong. So why are investors going abroad? scmp.com When it comes to the performance of real estate markets in the Asia-Pacific, Japan reigns supreme. Asia's second largest economy is the deepest, most widely traded, and the safest market in the region. Last year, Japan accounted for 28 per cent of direct investment in Asia-Pacific commercial real estate, data from MSCI shows. | The average vacancy rate for grade A offices in Tokyo was 0.7 per cent in the first quarter of this year. Rents have risen for nine straight quarters, increasing 13.2 per…
(2026-06-15). Richard Overy: Rethinking The Second World War. newleftreview.org Interviewed by Tom Stevenson, one of Britain's leading historians discusses the development of his understanding of the war as a terminal clash between imperial-colonial systems, built on close analysis of its interrelated military, political and economic dimensions.
(2026-06-15). NEET UG June 2026 Admit Card Released: Imp Instructions. ummid.com The National Testing Agency (NTA) has published the NEET UG 2026 Re-Exam (NEET UG June 2026) Admit Card and Hall Ticket of the candidates on its official website 'neet.nta.nic.in'.
(2026-06-15). Stuff stuns with 'bold' call on new Post editor. asiapacificreport.nz 
ANALYSIS: By Colin Peacock of RNZ Mediawatch Change is a constant in the tough world of digital-age news media these days and many old ways have fallen by the wayside. But the appointment of Matthew Hooton, someone outside journalism — and also one of this country's bluntest critics of it — to edit a major…
(2026-06-15). Key witness in US probe of Halkbank to be sentenced 9 years after plea. al-monitor.com By Luc CohenNEW YORK, June 15 (Reuters) – A key cooperating witness in the U.S. government's criminal investigation into Turkish lender Halkbank's alleged role in helping Iran evade sanctions is due to be sentenced in July, nearly nine years after he pleaded guilty, court records showed on Monday.• Reza Zarrab's sentencing has been scheduled for July 14 in Manhattan federal court.• It is common in U.S. criminal cases for cooperating witnesses to be sentenced only after the cases in which they may be called to testify are finished.
(2026-06-15). Fatal CCD shooting of minor sparks outrage. tribune.com.pk 
Pakistani-Australian family's vacation following the completion of the holy Hajj pilgrimage ended in an unimaginable tragedy when a nine-year-old girl was shot and killed in an incident involving local law enforcement. | The victim, identified as Hania Adeel, was fatally shot when officers from the Crime Control Department (CCD) allegedly opened fire on the family's vehicle, mistaking them for fleeing robbers. The tragedy has triggered intense grief within the local and overseas communities, leading to major legal developments and a sweeping investigation. | According to police and family sources, Adeel &oacut…
(2026-06-15). Urgent Need to Restore Harmony as Festivals Become New Ground to Spread Hate. ummid.com There is an urgent need to restore love and harmony between diverse sections of our society as the right wing groups backed by the BJP and RSS are using religious festivals as the new ground to spread communal hate.
(2026-06-15). Why Qatar vs Switzerland 2026 Football World Cup Match is a talking point. ummid.com Qatar vs Switzerland 2026 FIFA World Cup match Saturday June 13, 2026 ended in a draw (1-1) but the clash has still grabbed much of the headlines on the 3rd day of the football fans mega event.
(2026-06-15). Trump, Vance sign Iran-US framework. al-monitor.com A US official said that the US president and vice president and Iran's parliament speaker signed the MoU electronically on Sunday.
(2026-06-15). Big Tech's Campus Takeover, ICE's Expanding Reach. projectcensored.org First up, cohost Mickey Huff sits down with media analyst Nolan Higdon to dig into big tech's hold on higher ed – namely, their aims to surveil, extract, and breach. Nolan digs into a recent hacking scandal, how big tech aligns with the likes of Epstein, and a dark history of eugenics, big tech propaganda, and authentic resistance. | Next up, Dr. Austin Kocher comes back on the program to dig into some recent news that didn't make the news vis-à -vis immigration, from overcrowding court hearings to expedited deportation to handpicking so-called deportation judges, the cruelty is the point. But there are some glim…
(2026-06-15). Australian High Court rejects Labor government's demand for immunity for illegal detentions. wsws.org The Albanese government's extraordinary bid to block a false imprisonment case essentially sought to protect governments being sued for any illegal action.
(2026-06-15). Russian Tu-22M3 Swing-Wing Bomber Seen Plunging Into The Ground. twz.com 
(2026-06-15). Trump Administration Ordered To Restore Removed Exhibits At National Parks. newsone.com 
Source: Heather Diehl / Getty | Upon taking office for his second term, one of President Donald Trump's first actions was to sign an executive order aimed at removing "improper ideology" from national parks and the Smithsonian museums. So basically, any exhibits that acknowledge America was built by slave labor on stolen land. That effort has hit a roadblock after a federal judge ruled that the Trump administration must restore all exhibits that were changed as a result of the executive order. |
(2026-06-15). What a UK court's backing of the Palestine Action 'terror' ban means. aljazeera.com Britain's Court of Appeal ruled that the government was right to proscribe Palestine Action – what happens next?>
(2026-06-15). France shuts down dozen Israeli stands at defence trade show. al-monitor.com A dozen Israeli company stands were shut down Monday at a major international defence and security exhibition held outside Paris, sparking outrage from authorities in Israel.Tensions have persisted in French-Israeli relations, with France recognising Palestinian statehood last year and two far-right Israeli ministers banned from entering the country in recent weeks.The stands at the Eurosatory arms and security trade show were "closed due to non-compliance with participation conditions set by the French authorities," the organiser, Coges Events, said in a statement to AFP.
(2026-06-15). U.S. Naval Blockade On Iran Will Remain In Place Until At Least Friday. twz.com 
(2026-06-15). Britain announces sweeping social media ban for under-16s. aljazeera.com PM warns social media platforms are exposing children to content that is 'dangerous' and 'designed to be addictive'.
(2026-06-15). Hungarian parliament rules out Orban return with 8-year limit for prime ministers. scmp.com Hungary's parliament approved a ‚Å constitutional amendment ‚Å on Monday that ‚Å allows prime ministers to serve for a maximum of eight years, effectively barring former premier Viktor Orban from holding the role ‚Äåagain. | Prime Minister Peter Magyar ousted Orban in an election in April after 16 years, gaining a two-thirds majority in parliament that allows his party to roll back or change legislation passed ‚Å by Orban's Fidesz, including the constitution.
(2026-06-15). Giant '86 47′ Marker Found On Lawn Of National Mall. newsone.com 
Source: Kevin Dietsch / Getty | Apparently, someone had some serious time on their hands, as the U.S. Park Police is investigating a large "86 47" marker on the lawn of the National Mall. |
(2026-06-15). This week in history: June 15-21. wsws.org Lori Berenson show trial in Peru; Soweto uprising in South Africa; Truman signs the Universal Military Training and Service Act; German working class votes to expropriate the former monarchs.
(2026-06-15). Sudan drones killed over 1,000 in first five months of 2026. newarab.com 
The UN rights chief on Monday condemned a "sharp increase" in the use of drone warfare in Drone warfare has become an increasingly prominent feature of Sudan's conflict since it erupted in April 2023 between the regular army and the UAE-backed paramilitary "In Sudan, the horrific conf…
(2026-06-15). Shimla Hill faces growing ecological threat. tribune.com.pk 
Shimla Hill, one of the last remaining green belts and ecologically significant natural assets of Abbottabad city, is facing increasing environmental degradation due to recurrent fire incidents and the absence of a specialised conservation-oriented management framework. | According to environmental observers, fire outbreaks are reported at Shimla Hill almost every year, causing extensive damage to natural vegetation, forest regeneration, wildlife habitats, and biodiversity. | During the current fire season alone, multiple fire incidents have been reported from different parts of Shimla Hill, raising serious co…
(2026-06-15). PM Cares Fund: The Unanswered Questions. ummid.com PM CARES remains one of the most debated public initiatives of the pandemic era and continue to remain till the custodians share the transaction details in the public domain, which is less likely to happen for obvious reasons.
(2026-06-15). UN Security Council extends Afghan mission for one year. al-monitor.com June 15 (Reuters) – The United Nations Security Council on Monday voted to extend the mandate of the U.N. Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) for one year amid calls to streamline the operation and strong criticism by members of the country's Taliban rulers.The 15-member council unanimously in favor of the extension in a text drafted by China. (Reporting by David Brunnstrom)…
(2026-06-15). 5 killed after car plunges into canal in Egypt. ecns.cn CAIRO, June 14 ⚪ Five people were killed on Sunday after their car plunged into the Mariouteya Canal in Egypts Giza Governorate, state-run Ahram Online news website reported.
(2026-06-15). WHYY Newscast for Monday 9:00 a.m. whyy.org The latest local headlines from WHYY…
(2026-06-15). Fond du Lac, WI, June 20, 2026: Juneteenth Celebration! wibailoutpeople.org Ebony Vision Updated Our annual Juneteenth Celebration is a vibrant gathering rooted in culture, connection, and community. From curated vendors to intentional programming, every detail is designed to create a meaningful experience that honors the significance of Juneteenth while bringing people together. Come celebrate Black culture and excellence at Buttermilk Creek Park in Fond du …
(2026-06-15). Farmers advised to protect cotton from heat stress. tribune.com.pk 
Cotton growers have been advised to adopt integrated crop management practices to protect plants from severe heat stress during the critical flowering and boll formation stages. | Central Cotton Research Institute (CCRI) Multan Director Sabahat Hussain said on Sunday that prolonged hot and dry conditions increase the risk of flower and boll shedding, making timely irrigation and nutrient management essential for sustaining crop health and yield. | She cautioned farmers against allowing water stagnation in fields, noting that standing water heats up quickly in high temperatures, damaging the root system and adv…
(2026-06-15). Cross-strait graffiti artists compete in Shenzhen's 'Wall Vibes' contest. ecns.cn Eighteen graffiti artists from the Chinese mainland and Taiwan gathered Friday at the Sea World Culture and Arts Center in Shenzhen for the "Wall Vibes" cross-strait youth graffiti invitational, the China News Service reported.
(2026-06-15). Sebastian Veg: Three Vistas of Hong Kong. newleftreview.org Sebastian Veg on Ming-Sho Ho, Be Water; Ching Kwan Lee, Forever Hong Kong; Edmund Cheng and Samson Yuen, The Making of Leaderful Mobilization. Studies of Hong Kong's 2019 protests.
(2026-06-15). Australia: Officeworks sacks hundreds of workers. wsws.org The restructuring by the office supplies retailer is another demonstration of the relentless corporate drive to lower labour costs, and the complicity of governments and trade unions.
(2026-06-15). Why US asked Anthropic to suspend Fable 5, Mythos 5 access to foreign nationals. ummid.com Leading AI firm, Anthropic, said the federal government in the United States has asked it to suspend all access of its advanced Fable 5 and Mythos 5 models to foreign national, including its employees, inside or outside the United States.
(2026-06-15). 34 fetuses found in Polish doctor's garden. scmp.com A Polish doctor has been taken into custody after 34 human fetuses were found buried in the garden of her former home, the authorities said on Monday. | Magdalena H. — a 57-year-old medical pathologist with no previous criminal record — is suspected of using the fetuses to perform experiments and now faces up to 12 years in prison.
(2026-06-15). 3 alarming signs Elon Musk wealth marks a new era of corporate tech fascism. mronline.org 
Elon Musk wealth has made him the first trillionaire, after SpaceX's Nasdaq debut exposed extreme inequality, speculative finance, and corporate power.
(2026-06-15). Woke Drama and Media Non-troversy Ensue after Artemis III All-Male Crew is Announced. wattsupwiththat.com Artemis III is not a social experiment but a high-risk, high-precision test mission meant to push hardware, procedures, and human performance to their limits. The priority is not optics; it is execution.
(2026-06-15). Is France funding terrorism in the Sahel? mronline.org 
In this blog, Jeffrie Quarsie invites us not to dismiss the claim that France is sustaining the Jihadist terrorist insurgency in the Sahel, which it once promised and failed to suppress. He points to France's self-interested and treacherous role in the region and calls for more rigorous research that can trace the funding infrastructure behind terrorist groups.
(2026-06-15). Zionist land sales: profiting from Palestinian dispossession. cpusa.org 
On May 5, 2026, the Park East Synagogue in Manhattan hosted this year's "Great Israeli Real Estate Event," an annual affair that facilitates the sale of stolen Palestinian land in the occupied West Bank. For years, this event and others like it have operated in New York City (NYC) with the quiet, unremarkable efficiency of a hundred other real estate expos. A table, a glossy brochure, a handshake, transactions as banal as they are brutal.
(2026-06-15). Trump to hold political rally on July 4 to mark US 250th anniversary. scmp.com US President Donald Trump announced plans on Monday for a major "rally" in Washington on the July 4 Independence Day, further imposing his political brand on celebrations of the United States' 250th anniversary. | The announcement comes a day after the Republican billionaire staged a mixed martial arts fight on the White House lawn — on what just happened to be his 80th birthday — with military honour guards and Air Force flyovers.
(2026-06-15). Two helicopters collide mid-air in Rio de Janeiro, killing 6 people. ecns.cn Two helicopters collided over Rio de Janeiro on Sunday morning and crashed in the city's western zone, killing all six people aboard, including American singer and comedian Oliver Tree, Argentine content creator Gaspar Prim Díaz , also known as Gaspi, and an Argentine director.
(2026-06-15). Colombia: Iván Cepeda Concludes Campaign in Bogotá Amid June 21 Runoff. orinocotribune.com The Colombian presidential candidate for the Historical Pact, Iván Cepeda, concluded his campaign for the second round of elections this Saturday with a massive rally in Bogotá. Before thousands of supporters gathered near the Plaza Cultural La Santamaría, Cepeda thanked them for the 9.7 million votes he received in the first round and called for increased support at the polls on June 21, when he will face far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella. | The rally began at 10: 00 a.m., and the presidential candidate took to the stage at 1: 00 p.m. During a speech of approximately 20 minutes, Cepeda explained that th…
(2026-06-15). Brazilian woman killed after being thrown off bridge without rope is buried in Sao Paulo. scmp.com A 21-year-old woman who died in dramatic fashion, when two rope jumping instructors threw her from a bridge without first harnessing her to security equipment, was buried on Sunday in Brazil's Sao Paulo state. | Maria Eduarda Rodrigues de Freitas was going rope jumping on Saturday at Ponte do Esqueleto, an abandoned bridge in the municipality of Limeira where tourists practice extreme sports.