(2026-06-20). 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.
(2026-06-20). Trump says he is going to Turkey, China this year. al-monitor.com WASHINGTON, June 19 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he will go to Turkey and make another trip to China at some point in 2026."We're doing a lot of trips. We'll be going to Turkey. We'll be going at some point during the year back to China," Trump said at Joint Base Andrews in Maryland, as he unveiled the Boeing 747 plane gifted by Qatar that will join the Air Force One fleet."President Xi (Jinping) is coming here in September, but we're going back for a big conference that's in China," Trump added.
(2026-06-20). JD Vance asks Israel to get on board, else… ummid.com In a stern warning to the Israeli government, U.S. Vice President JD Vance Thursday June 18, 2026 asked the Netanyahu led-Zionist regime to get on board with President Donald Trump's peace deal with Iran or risk losing its closest ally.
(2026-06-20). For Vance, Iran talks could shape political rise. al-monitor.com By Humeyra Pamuk and Jacob BogageWASHINGTON/LUCERNE, Switzerland, June 19 (Reuters) – U.S. Vice President JD Vance is poised to take on his biggest role yet on the international stage as President Donald Trump's chief negotiator to end the three-month war with Iran, a moment that could shape Vance's prospects as a White House successor.
(2026-06-20). Trump heads to Camp David as Iran talks falter. al-monitor.com By Nandita BoseWASHINGTON, June 19 (Reuters) – President Donald Trump will make a rare trip to Camp David this weekend, returning to the presidential retreat for only the second time since retaking office last year.Trump will hold policy and political meetings during his visit, a White House official said. His family will travel with him for the weekend, which includes Father's Day on Sunday.
(2026-06-20). From Versailles to a Swiss mountain: a week of dizzying Iran diplomacy. al-monitor.com From the corridors of power in Washington to a Swiss mountaintop resort, via Tehran and a French spa, it has been a dizzying week of diplomacy on Iran ⚪ marked by surprise twists and a last-ditch hunt for a printer in the Palace of Versailles.Talks mediator Pakistan announced on June 14 that a deal had been reached to end the Middle East war.It was US President Donald Trump's 80th birthday and the eve of his departure for the G7 summit in the French spar town of Evian-les-Bains.
(2026-06-20). Iranian, U.S. presidents sign peace MoU digitally: ministry spokesman. ecns.cn Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his U.S. counterpart, Donald Trump, had digitally signed the memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the two countries on ending the war, said Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei early Thursday.
(2026-06-20). Democrats back Trump's frame-up of anti-genocide protesters at the University of Michigan. wsws.org State and national Democratic Party officials have either endorsed the witch-hunt or remained silent.
(2026-06-20). Trump vuelve a amenazar a Cuba con una intervención militar. radiohc.cu El presidente de EE.UU., Donald Trump se manifestó sobre una posible intervención militar en Cuba, horas después de que las autoridades de la isla denunciaran que desde Washington ´quieren imponerle ª una hoja de ruta. | Preguntado por Axios sobre cuánto se parece la hipotética acción militar sobre la isla con la que autorizó a inicios de año en Venezuela, el republicano contestó: ´La diferencia es que Venezuela tiene petróleo, Cuba no ª. | Una vez que insistieron con la pregunta en 'The Axios Show', Trump respondió: ´Es posible. Estos lugares están cerca. En cambio, si miras Irán, e…
(2026-06-19). Trump threatens 100 pct tariff on French wines, champagnes ahead of G7 summit. ecns.cn President Donald Trump threatened a 100 percent tariff on French wines and champagnes unless France removes its 3-percent digital services tax on U.French wine and spirit exports to America currently face a 15-percent tariff.
(2026-06-20). How Netanyahu used Lebanon strikes to push back on Trump's Iran deal. al-monitor.com The latest ceasefire in Lebanon leaves Netanyahu squeezed between Washington and domestic pressure.
(2026-06-20). Meloni rebukes Trump over G7 photo claim, says 'Italy and I never beg'. albawaba.com ALBAWABA- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has strongly rejected comments by US President Donald Trump, who claimed she had "begged" him for a photograph during the G7 summit in France, describing the remarks as "completely fabricated" and criticizing his treatment of close allies.In a video statement posted on social media on Thursday, Meloni dismissed Trump's account of their interaction and expressed disappointment over what she described as a recurring pattern in his approach toward partner nations."Certain things deserve an immediate response," Meloni said. "Donald Trump's statements are completely fabr…
(2026-06-20). Trump attacks HUD's subsidized housing tenants again. indybay.org Older photo of Lynda Carson advocating for tenant's rights while speaking before the Oakland City Council.
(2026-06-20). Trump's war on Iran ends with a 'triumphant' Tehran and a diminished US. asiapacificreport.nz Democracy Now! NERMEEN SHAIKH: The United States and Iran have officially signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending the war in Iran. The signing came a day ahead of schedule. President Trump signed the agreement at a dinner at the Palace of Versailles hosted by French President Emmanuel Macron. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed…
(2026-06-20). Qatar-gifted Air Force One replacement unveiled. al-monitor.com US President Donald Trump unveiled on Friday a replacement Air Force One aircraft gifted by Qatar, which he dubbed a "flying White House.""This is considered the world's most luxurious plane," Trump said at a speech inside the plane's hangar, praising the gulf emirate for being "so nice and providing" it.Qatar's gift of the aircraft ⚪ valued in the hundreds of millions of dollars ⚪ has raised ethical, constitutional and security concerns.
(2026-06-20). Trump Is Forcing Coal Pollution on Consumers and Communities. juancole.com By | In one of the most perverse Big Government moves ever, last year President Trump proclaimed an "energy emergency." Since then he's Thes…