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Israel is upset about a new agreement between the US and Iran that calls for ending military actions, including in Lebanon. After the deal, Israel launched attacks on Lebanon while also facing attacks from Hezbollah, leading to casualties on both sides and a US-backed ceasefire. Israeli leaders and the public are worried about the deal and have mixed feelings about their relationship with President Trump.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has not openly opposed the US-Iran deal but Israel is angry and concerned about it.
The US-Iran agreement includes stopping all military operations, including in Lebanon.
Israel responded to the deal by attacking Lebanon, killing at least 47 people.
Hezbollah killed four Israeli soldiers, increasing tensions.
Far-right Israeli officials expressed strong anger toward Lebanon following these events.
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah was reportedly agreed on Friday, likely due to US pressure.
Many Israelis feel the war with Iran did not achieve its goals and are disappointed with Netanyahu and President Trump.
US Vice President JD Vance spoke in support of Israel and warned Israeli officials against attacking the US, Israel’s main ally.
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In Havana, Cuba, people are looking at solar power systems in stores because electricity outages are common. Many Cubans rely on charcoal for energy, but some want solar panels despite their high cost.
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A 3-kilowatt solar power system costs about $3,678 in Cuba.
Larger solar systems, like a 10-kilowatt one, cost over $10,000.
Many Cubans face long power outages, sometimes over a day.
Some Cubans get help from abroad to afford solar panels.
Solar panels and lithium batteries are becoming available in Cuban stores.
Traditional energy sources like charcoal are still widely used.
The neighborhood of Regla experienced a 26-hour power outage.
Solar energy offers a possible solution to Cuba’s ongoing electricity problems.
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France is experiencing a second early heatwave in less than a month, with temperatures expected to reach or go above 40°C (104°F) by June 21. The heat has caused some local events to be canceled and forced nuclear power plants to reduce output because the rivers they use for cooling are too warm.
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France is facing a widespread and intense heatwave earlier than usual.
Temperatures are expected to reach or exceed 40°C on June 21, 2026.
Some towns have canceled Fete de la Musique, a major music festival, due to the heat.
EDF, the French state electric company, warned that three nuclear plants will reduce power next week.
The nuclear plants rely on the Rhone and Garonne rivers for cooling, and these rivers are unusually warm.
This is the second premature heatwave in France within a month.
Heatwaves like this are linked to changing climate conditions.
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Ukrainian attacks on Russian oil facilities have caused fuel shortages and rationing in many parts of Russia, including Moscow. Meanwhile, Ukraine received over 10 billion euros in new military aid from European allies and made progress toward joining the European Union.
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Ukraine launched strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, damaging a major Moscow refinery twice in one week.
The refinery supplies over 38% of Moscow’s fuel, including fuel for six nearby airports.
The attacks caused “oil rain” (black soot falling from the sky) and forced several Moscow airports to close.
Fuel rationing is now in place in 53 Russian regions and occupied Ukraine; Moscow petrol stations limit sales to 20 liters of petrol per customer.
Russia’s oil production fell below target in May due to production cuts and damage from Ukrainian attacks.
Russia is responding by selling lower-quality fuel and planning to import more refined petroleum from Asia.
Ukraine secured 4 billion euros in military aid for missiles, artillery, and drones from allies including Germany and the EU.
Ukraine made progress on EU membership talks after Hungary’s leader, who delayed talks, lost power.
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and the Italian government strongly rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that she begged for a photo with him at the recent G7 summit. In response, Italy’s Foreign Minister canceled a U.S. visit, calling Trump's comments offensive to Italy and Meloni.
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President Donald Trump claimed Meloni begged him for a photo during the G7 summit.
Italian Prime Minister Meloni called Trump's claims "completely fabricated" and said Italy does not beg.
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceled a planned trip to the U.S. over Trump’s remarks.
Italian officials, including ministers and the President, showed strong support for Meloni.
Meloni has criticized some U.S. policies, including the war in Iran and Trump's stances on Ukraine and Gaza.
Meloni had positioned herself as a link between the U.S. and Europe at the start of Trump’s second term.
Relations between Italy and the U.S. have worsened due to disagreements on foreign policy and trade issues.
Trump’s previous comments had also criticized Meloni for not supporting the U.S.-Israel war in Iran.
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Abelardo de la Espriella is a far-right candidate running to become Colombia's next president. Supporters are hopeful as he competes in a run-off election, and experts say his potential win could change Colombian politics significantly.
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Abelardo de la Espriella is nicknamed "The Tiger."
He is a far-right presidential candidate in Colombia.
De la Espriella uses the slogan "Strong for the homeland."
Supporters gathered in San Jose del Guaviare despite rainy, dark conditions.
Many supporters wear Colombia's national football (soccer) jersey, which de la Espriella also wears.
The election is a run-off, meaning a final vote between two main candidates.
Experts warn that a win by de la Espriella may bring a significant shift in Colombian politics.
Some voters appreciate de la Espriella because they see him as different from past politicians.
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Russia and Ukraine have recently increased attacks on each other, resulting in civilian deaths including two eight-year-old girls—one in Ukraine and one in Moscow. Ukraine launched a large drone attack on Moscow that hit an oil refinery, while Russia responded with multiple drone strikes across Ukraine.
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Russian strikes killed three people in Ukraine, including an eight-year-old girl.
Ukraine launched its largest drone attack on Moscow, killing an eight-year-old girl and damaging a major oil refinery.
Russia responded by launching about 90 drones against Ukraine between Thursday night and Friday morning.
Russian strikes hit Ukraine’s Dnipropetrovsk, Odesa, and Kramatorsk regions, causing casualties.
Ukraine said Russian drone attacks in the Black Sea wounded civilians on ships.
The Kremlin said it will continue striking Ukraine and claimed Moscow’s air defenses worked well.
Ukraine said its strikes on Russian-held Crimea targeted bridges used for military transport.
Both sides say their attacks are responses to the other's actions amid stalled peace talks.
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A new heatwave in France has led many schools to change their opening hours to protect students from high temperatures. With climate change causing more frequent and earlier heatwaves across Europe, there is growing discussion about permanently altering school calendars to better manage the heat.
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Many French schools have changed their hours, including ending classes early and adjusting exam schedules, due to heatwaves.
Last year, almost 2,000 schools in France closed early because of extreme heat.
Heatwaves in France now happen more often and earlier in the year because of climate change.
Southern European countries like Spain and Italy already adjust their school calendars to deal with hot weather.
Since the 1980s, Europe has warmed about twice as fast as the global average.
A report estimates that by 2050, 31,500 schools in Europe will face temperatures over 30°C during the school year, increasing to 25% of all schools by 2100.
France’s summer holidays start later and are shorter than those in Spain and Italy, prompting ideas like extending holidays to June and September.
The changes aim to keep students safe and maintain learning during rising temperatures caused by climate change.
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The Trump administration recently signed a 14-point agreement with Iran aiming to stop the ongoing fighting and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While it pauses military actions and lifts a blockade, the deal has raised concerns because it was made without involving Israel, a close U.S. ally heavily affected by the conflict.
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The agreement is a memorandum of understanding (MoU) between the Trump administration and Iran.
Its main goal is to halt active hostilities, including ending bombings on all sides.
It reopens the Strait of Hormuz and lifts a naval blockade.
Israel was not included in the negotiation process.
Israel has faced attacks from Iranian-supported groups like Hezbollah and Houthi forces.
The MoU allows Iran to access a $300 billion reconstruction fund, which worries Israel.
Verification of Iran’s compliance is delayed until a final agreement expected in about 60 days.
Iran commits not to develop nuclear weapons, but some key issues like uranium stockpiles and enrichment rights remain unclear.
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Labour Party members and ministers are urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer to prepare for a smooth and planned departure after Andy Burnham won a local election with a strong majority. Starmer has said he will stay and fight any leadership challenge, but some senior Labour figures want a clear plan for new leadership to avoid chaos.
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield byelection with a large majority.
Burnham is expected to meet Labour MPs soon to plan a leadership challenge.
Around 200 Labour MPs may support Burnham's leadership bid.
Some cabinet ministers and senior Labour members want Starmer to set a timetable for leaving.
Starmer says he will not resign and will run in any leadership contest.
Labour leaders warn a leadership fight could cause disorder within the party.
Starmer’s team believes they still have enough support to resist a challenge.
Former deputy prime minister Angela Rayner will not run if Burnham challenges Starmer.
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Karim Khan, the chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), has been temporarily suspended from practising law in England and Wales by the UK’s Bar Standards Board amid an inquiry into sexual misconduct allegations. The ICC’s governing body also found him guilty of serious misconduct, but Khan denies the allegations and plans to challenge the decisions.
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Karim Khan was suspended from practising as a barrister in England and Wales by the Bar Standards Board (BSB).
The suspension followed his earlier suspension as ICC chief prosecutor due to sexual misconduct claims.
Allegations were made by a woman who worked with Khan at the ICC headquarters in The Hague.
The BSB’s suspension is temporary and will be reviewed by a panel within four weeks.
An ICC executive committee voted that Khan committed serious misconduct related to the allegations.
Khan denies all claims and says he acted according to professional rules.
The ICC’s member states will meet to decide whether Khan should keep his job as prosecutor.
Khan’s deputies are running the prosecutor’s office during this situation.
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The EU is responding to the energy crisis caused by the conflict in the Middle East by focusing on renewable energy and energy efficiency rather than increasing fossil fuel use. European Commissioner Dan Jorgensen says that relying on fossil fuels is not a good solution and that the EU has strong plans and targets to reduce fossil fuel use by 2040.
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President Donald Trump signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Iran aimed at ending the war in the Middle East.
The conflict has caused major problems in global energy supplies, especially oil and gas.
The EU has taken steps since 2022 to use more renewable energy and improve energy efficiency to handle the crisis.
Dan Jorgensen compared using fossil fuels during the crisis to giving sugar to a diabetic—a it may worsen problems.
The EU has strict climate goals, including reducing fossil fuel use by 90% by 2040 under the Green Deal.
In the past year, the EU added nearly 90 gigawatts of new renewable energy capacity—enough to power 90 million homes.
Sales of electric vehicles are increasing rapidly within the EU.
The European Commission plans to introduce a new plan focused on electrification soon.
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An Israeli government official made a strong statement against Lebanon amid recent fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, an Iranian-supported group. This conflict continued despite a ceasefire effort backed by the U.S. and Iran.
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Itamar Ben-Gvir is Israel’s national security minister and leader of the far-right Jewish Power party.
He said "all of Lebanon must burn," expressing a harsh stance on Lebanon.
Fighting occurred between Israel and Hezbollah, a militia group supported by Iran.
The clashes happened even though a ceasefire was in place, promoted by both the U.S. and Iran.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions between Israel and Hezbollah across the Lebanon border.
Hezbollah is known to receive military and financial backing from Iran.
The conflict involves complex regional politics and long-standing disputes.
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A man named Waleed Saeed was sentenced to 16 years in prison for sexually assaulting and blackmailing young Muslim men using fake social media profiles. He tricked victims into sending intimate images, then threatened to reveal them unless paid, and sometimes forced meetings to sexually assault them.
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Waleed Saeed made over 100 fake social media accounts on platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, and Grindr.
He targeted young Muslim men and teenagers as young as 15, many identifying as gay or bisexual.
Saeed threatened to "out" victims to their families to blackmail them.
If victims couldn’t pay, he coerced them into in-person meetings where he sexually assaulted them.
He was convicted of 17 crimes including rape, blackmail, and making indecent images of children.
Saeed’s crimes were investigated after a victim reported a rape in August 2024.
Police believe there could be about 100 more victims.
The court said Saeed exploited cultural fears about homosexuality to threaten victims.
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President Donald Trump defended a recent memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by the US and Iran, aimed at ending hostilities involving the US, Israel, and Iran. Despite criticism and a pause in related negotiations, Trump said Iran agreed to negotiate out of desperation and that the deal had weakened Iran’s military power.
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The US and Iran signed an MOU intended to end the US-Israel conflict with Iran.
Vice President JD Vance cancelled a planned trip to Switzerland to begin negotiations based on the MOU.
The MOU includes discussions on Iran’s nuclear program, the Strait of Hormuz, frozen Iranian assets, lifting sanctions, and a $300 billion Iran reconstruction plan.
Trump claims US military actions have weakened Iran’s navy, air force, and traditional forces.
Some Democrats and Republicans criticized the deal, saying it only addresses problems caused by the conflict.
Trump called Iran’s agreement an “unconditional surrender” and said Iran entered talks out of desperation.
Israeli fighting in Lebanon and political opposition have complicated the deal’s future.
A ceasefire in Lebanon was reportedly agreed after Israeli strikes, with Iran blaming the US for attacks there.
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Achraf Hakimi, a Moroccan football player for PSG and captain of the Moroccan national team, will stand trial in France on a rape charge. The Paris appeals court confirmed the decision to send him to trial after an appeal by Hakimi was rejected.
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Achraf Hakimi is a Moroccan footballer and plays for the club PSG.
He is also the captain of the Moroccan national football team.
In 2023, a woman accused Hakimi of rape.
An investigative judge decided in February 2026 that Hakimi should go to trial.
Public prosecutors recommended the trial.
Hakimi appealed this decision.
The Paris appeals court rejected his appeal on June 19, 2026.
This means Hakimi will face a criminal court trial in France.
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The Met Office has issued an amber extreme heat warning for southern England and south-east Wales, forecasting temperatures up to 34°C early next week. The UK Health Security Agency also warned of health risks, especially for older people and those with medical issues, and highlighted dangers related to cold water shock during hot weather.
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The amber extreme heat warning is the strongest in nearly four years for parts of England and Wales.
Temperatures are expected to reach around 30°C over the weekend, peaking at 34°C on Monday and Tuesday.
The UKHSA issued a separate amber heat health alert warning of increased risks for vulnerable groups and more water-related accidents.
Cold water shock can happen when entering cold water suddenly, causing rapid breathing, panic, and risk of drowning.
At least 15 people died in open water incidents during a previous hot spell in May.
Tropical nights, with temperatures not falling below 20°C, are likely in some areas next week.
The heatwave may cause isolated thunder showers early next week.
Hot weather is increasing car breakdowns due to overheating and tyre problems, with a 10% rise expected in roadside assistance calls.
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Michael and Tanya Trotter, a husband and wife music duo called "The War and Treaty," spoke on CBS Mornings about their new songs and how they chose their band's name. They also shared details about working with Whoopi Goldberg.
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Michael and Tanya Trotter are married musicians who perform together as "The War and Treaty."
They have released new music recently.
They appeared on CBS Mornings to discuss their work.
They explained the story behind their band's name.
They have collaborated with actress and TV host Whoopi Goldberg.
Their music blends different styles and themes.
The interview aims to introduce their latest projects to viewers.
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Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire on June 19 after deadly fighting in Lebanon. The violence left at least 20 people dead in Lebanon and four Israeli soldiers killed, but the truce aims to stop more attacks.
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Israel and Hezbollah made a deal to stop fighting on June 19, 2026.
Recent clashes caused the deaths of 20 people in Lebanon.
Four Israeli soldiers were also killed in the same fighting.
The violence threatened to break the peace agreement in the Middle East.
Israel’s far-right National Security Minister, Itamar Ben Gvir, responded strongly to the attacks.
US-Iran talks on a related issue were postponed amid increased tensions.
The situation remains uncertain despite the ceasefire agreement.
Attacks mainly occurred in southern Lebanon.
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EU leaders are meeting in Brussels to discuss the European Union's budget for the next seven years. The European Commission has proposed a €2 trillion spending plan, but some countries want to spend less while others push for more investment in technology and defense. The Commission also suggests creating new sources of income for the EU itself.
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EU leaders from 27 countries are negotiating the next seven-year budget.
The proposed budget amount is €2 trillion by the European Commission.
Some countries called "frugal" think the budget is too large and want to spend less.
France supports higher spending, especially for technology and defense independence.
The European Commission wants to develop new "own resources," meaning new income sources for the EU.
The budget talks are expected to continue for six months.
The discussions reflect differing priorities among EU countries about the future of the bloc.
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