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Prince Harry has changed his tone about America since President Trump won re-election. While he once spoke warmly about living in the U.S., he has recently criticized aspects of America’s politics and indicated he might focus more on reconnecting with Britain.
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Prince Harry officially changed his country of residence from Britain to America in April 2024.
Before President Trump’s re-election, Harry spoke positively about American life and considered U.S. citizenship.
In 2025, Harry stated he had no immediate plans to become a U.S. citizen.
Harry criticized President Trump’s foreign policy, especially regarding support for Ukraine against Russia.
Harry moved to California in March 2020 after leaving the British monarchy.
Earlier, Harry described Americans as honest and direct, which he appreciated.
In 2020, both Harry and Meghan Markle made statements that were seen as indirect criticisms of President Trump before the election.
Some commentators believe Harry might want to move back to Britain, based on his recent comments.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will run in the country's national election planned for late October 2026, his party announced. This follows US President Donald Trump questioning whether Netanyahu, who has faced health issues and legal troubles, intended to continue in politics.
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Benjamin Netanyahu is Israel’s longest-serving prime minister.
The next Israeli national election is scheduled for late October 2026.
Netanyahu's Likud party confirmed he will seek re-election.
President Trump expressed uncertainty about Netanyahu’s political future in a recent interview.
Netanyahu is currently on trial for corruption charges.
Netanyahu has had several health procedures recently, including surgery for a prostate tumor and the implantation of a pacemaker.
Netanyahu has been leading Israel during ongoing conflicts with Hamas in Gaza, Hezbollah in Lebanon, and Iran.
There was a tense exchange between Netanyahu and Trump days before Trump’s comments.
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Ukraine launched a missile strike on a Russian military plant in Cheboksary, over 900 km from the front line. The attack targeted a drone and missile production facility, injuring three people according to local officials. Ukraine also hit other Russian-controlled sites, while both sides reported drone interceptions.
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Ukrainian forces used FP-5 Flamingo cruise missiles to attack a military plant in Cheboksary, Russia.
The plant produces parts for drones and missiles used by the Russian military.
The city of Cheboksary is about 900 km (560 miles) from the active war front.
Three people were injured during the missile attack in Cheboksary.
Ukraine also struck a Russian-occupied port in Mariupol, an oil refinery in Samara, and an oil tanker in the Black Sea.
Russia's air defense said it shot down 326 Ukrainian drones overnight; Ukraine reported downing 181 of 207 Russian drones.
At least two people died and 26 were injured in several Ukrainian regions from recent attacks.
The FP-5 missile used has a warhead weighing 1,150 kg and a range of 3,000 km, which covers major Russian cities including Moscow.
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Ali Karimli, a top opposition leader in Azerbaijan, is going on trial for trying to overthrow the government. He says the charges against him are made up for political reasons and calls himself a prisoner of conscience while being held in a high-security jail.
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Ali Karimli is an opposition leader in Azerbaijan and a former secretary of state.
He has been in prison since December 1, 2025, and faces trial for "attempted coup."
If found guilty, Karimli could face 12 to 20 years in prison.
He claims the charges are false and politically motivated to silence him.
Azerbaijan has been ruled by the Aliyev family since 2003, with a tightly controlled government.
Karimli is held in a detention center run by the State Security Service, where political prisoners are often kept.
He warns that he is at risk of assassination while in custody.
He says he has faced torture and continues to fight for democracy despite imprisonment.
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Violence against immigrants broke out in Belfast after a knife attack by a man described as a Sudanese refugee. Masked people set fire to homes, cars, and buses in response to the incident.
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The violence occurred in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
It followed a knife attack allegedly committed by a Sudanese refugee.
Masked individuals started fires in homes and on vehicles including cars and buses.
The attacks targeted immigrant communities.
The incident happened on Tuesday night, June 10, 2026.
The unrest is part of wider anti-immigrant tensions in the area.
Authorities have reported these events as part of rising violence.
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President Donald Trump is involved in efforts to end the conflict between the US and Iran. An expert says that the possible deal on the conflict would only stop fighting temporarily without fixing the main problems like Iran's nuclear program and sanctions.
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Iran and the US are trying to reach an agreement to end their conflict, but no deal has been made yet.
Ali Vaez, Iran Project Director at the International Crisis Group, says a deal would not solve the core issues.
The main problems include Iran’s nuclear activities, economic sanctions, and regional political rivalries.
The deal being discussed would only keep a ceasefire in place and not provide a lasting solution.
President Trump has said a deal could happen soon, but experts disagree about its effectiveness.
The conflict has involved military actions like the shooting down of a US helicopter by Iran.
The situation affects the Middle East region and has led to violence in places like Lebanon and Israel.
Discussions about peace continue despite ongoing flare-ups and attacks in the region.
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Tensions between the U.S. and Iran continue despite talks of a ceasefire and peace deal. A recent incident involving a U.S. helicopter and an Iranian drone led to airstrikes and missile attacks, showing that both countries are still engaging in limited military actions even during a truce.
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A U.S. Apache helicopter crashed near the Strait of Hormuz after colliding with an Iranian drone; both U.S. pilots survived.
President Donald Trump said the helicopter was "shot down" and the U.S. must respond. Iran denied causing the crash.
The U.S. responded with "self-defense" airstrikes; Iran retaliated with missile launches targeting U.S. forces in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
No major casualties or serious damage were reported in the exchange of attacks.
Officials from both sides describe these limited strikes as proportional and necessary self-defense, even during a ceasefire.
The current ceasefire is fragile, with both countries maintaining the right to limited military actions.
A comprehensive peace deal faces challenges over Iran’s nuclear program, sanctions, regional influence, and navigation rights in the Strait of Hormuz.
One possible outcome is a reluctant truce that allows controlled violence without formally ending the ceasefire, easing political pressure on both governments.
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The fragile ceasefire between Iran and the United States broke after Iran shot down a U.S. Army Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz. The U.S. responded with airstrikes on Iranian military targets, and Iran launched drone attacks against U.S. military bases in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan.
Key Facts
An Iranian drone shot down a U.S. Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. conducted nearly 20 airstrikes on Iranian military sites in retaliation.
Iran attacked U.S. military installations in Bahrain, Kuwait, and Jordan using drones and missiles.
Jordan intercepted five Iranian missiles targeting its air base hosting U.S. fighter jets.
There were no reported injuries from the missile attacks intercepted by Jordan.
President Donald Trump said Iran has taken too long to negotiate a deal and warned they will "pay the price."
Iran accused the U.S. of sending mixed messages and violating the ceasefire agreement.
The U.S. military carried out the first-ever sea drone rescue operation to recover the Apache helicopter crew.
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Town councils in the United Kingdom are facing cuts to their budgets, which has led to a decline in local public services. In response, some community members in places like Yorkshire have started volunteering to help maintain these services.
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British town councils have had their budgets reduced in recent years.
Public services such as road maintenance and post offices are becoming rundown or closing.
Some local residents have begun volunteering to support these public services.
The volunteer efforts aim to fill gaps left by government spending cuts.
The situation has been reported from Yorkshire, a region in northern England.
The article focuses on community response to public service challenges.
The source of the report is FRANCE 2, shared via FRANCE 24.
The decline in services reflects wider austerity measures affecting local governments.
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A Canadian pilot is charged with flying more than 900 flights as a captain without having the proper license. Air Canada said the pilot was removed after the mistake was found, and police are investigating how he deceived the airline and authorities.
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Geoffrey Wall, a Canadian pilot, allegedly flew as a captain for Air Canada from 2009 to 2025 without the required license.
He flew over 900 domestic and international flights without a valid airline transport pilot license.
Wall was promoted to captain without having the correct license and used fake licensing documents.
Air Canada removed the pilot from duty and reported the issue to Transport Canada, Canada’s aviation regulator.
Police opened a criminal investigation called Project Icarus after Transport Canada reviewed the case.
Transport Canada fined Wall for not having the proper license to captain aircraft.
Wall earned about 2.9 million Canadian dollars during his time as a pilot.
Canadian officials said that safety was not compromised because pilots undergo regular training and checks.
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A UK parliamentary report found that the country’s system for stem cell transplants, used to treat blood cancer and other diseases, is not working well and may put patients' lives at risk. The report highlights weak infrastructure, poor long-term planning, and serious inequalities for people from minority ethnic backgrounds who struggle more than others to find matching donors.
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About 4,000 stem cell transplants happen each year in the UK to treat serious diseases like blood cancer.
Only 24% of stem cell transplants in 2024-25 used donors from the UK, while experts say 45% should come from UK donors.
Transplants using donors from abroad are more expensive and have risks linked to the supply chain.
Minority ethnic patients have a 37% chance of finding a well-matched donor, compared to 72% for white patients from northern Europe.
No single UK organization is in charge of stem cell donation policy, causing delays and scattered changes.
The All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) calls for a government review to fix the system.
Charity groups and campaigners emphasize the need to improve donor registries and reduce inequalities for minority groups.
The UK Department of Health and Social Care has not yet commented on the report.
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The BBC has cancelled the planned Doctor Who Christmas special that was scheduled for 2026. Instead, the BBC is seeking new production partners to help make the next series and focus on the show's long-term future.
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The Doctor Who Christmas special planned for 2026 has been cancelled.
The last Doctor Who series aired in May 2025, starring Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor.
Ncuti Gatwa left the role after two series, with his character regenerating at the end of the last season.
Billie Piper, who played a previous character named Rose Tyler, appeared unexpectedly in the finale.
Since 2023, the show was co-produced by Bad Wolf and Disney+, but Disney stopped its involvement in 2025.
The BBC and Bad Wolf, along with showrunner Russell T Davies, decided to cancel the special to focus on the show's future.
The BBC is inviting production companies to apply to co-produce the upcoming series.
A new Doctor Who animation series for young children on CBeebies is still being made.
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A man named Hadi Alodid appeared in court in Belfast charged with the attempted murder of Stephen Ogilvie, along with other related offenses. The victim suffered serious injuries, including the loss of an eye, and the judge refused bail, also addressing violent protests that followed the attack.
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Hadi Alodid, 30, from Belfast, is charged with attempted murder of Stephen Ogilvie.
Alodid is also charged with carrying a knife in public and making threats to kill an NHS radiographer.
The victim received cuts and deep wounds, losing his left eye.
Alodid appeared by video link and refused a lawyer but had an Arabic interpreter.
Bail was denied, and the next court date is set for July 8.
The judge praised emergency helpers and the public who assisted the victim.
The judge condemned attacks on emergency workers during protests after the incident.
The judge warned that those involved in violence and disorder, including masked protesters, will face prison.
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Violent protests against immigrants broke out in Belfast, Northern Ireland, after a Sudanese refugee was charged with attacking a man with a knife. The unrest included road blockades and burning cars and homes, reflecting growing tensions over immigration in the region.
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A 30-year-old Sudanese refugee was charged with attempted murder after stabbing a man in Belfast.
The suspect arrived in the UK in 2023 and has a legal residence permit valid until 2028.
Hundreds of protesters blocked roads and set fire to cars and buildings following the knife attack.
Northern Ireland’s first minister called the riots “disgusting cowardice” and condemned racism and violence.
Anti-immigrant violence has increased in Northern Ireland, with recorded rises in racist incidents and hate crimes.
Past incidents have also sparked unrest, including attacks linked to incidents involving migrants in previous years.
Amnesty International reported a significant increase in racial hate crimes in Northern Ireland over the past year.
Experts warn that a small group of far-right agitators can create fear and target vulnerable immigrant communities.
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Pakistan carried out air strikes in border areas inside Afghanistan, killing militants and damaging several targets. The Afghan Taliban government reported civilian deaths, including children, and said Pakistan’s claims of militants using Afghan soil were false.
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Pakistan launched air strikes on four targets along the Afghan border, killing 26 militants.
The strikes were described by Pakistan as a response to recent terrorist attacks inside Pakistan.
The Afghan Taliban government reported 13 people killed by the strikes, including 11 children.
Affected Afghan provinces included Kunar, Khost, and Paktika.
Pakistan accused Afghanistan of sheltering militants who attack Pakistan; Afghanistan denies this.
The last major fighting between the countries happened in February, leaving hundreds dead.
Pakistan and Afghanistan agreed to a ceasefire in October after weeks of clashes.
World leaders have urged both countries to stop hostilities and maintain peace.
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An eight-year-old boy named Marley helped save his grandad, Dai Jones, after their kayak capsized and drifted over two miles off the coast of Wales. Marley stayed calm, called for help using a waterproof phone, and both were rescued safely by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI).
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Marley (8 years old) and his grandad were kayaking near Fontygary in the Vale of Glamorgan on May 27.
Their kayak capsized, and Dai stayed in the water holding onto the kayak while Marley managed to get back on.
Marley used a waterproof phone to call his nan, who then contacted emergency services (999).
They drifted about two-and-a-half miles in 25 minutes due to strong currents in the Bristol Channel.
Both wore life jackets during the incident, which helped keep them safe.
The Barry Dock RNLI launched an inshore lifeboat and rescued them near Aberthaw.
Sea temperatures were cold, around 11 to 12 degrees Celsius, despite warm weather.
Marley was given a medal for his calmness and courage during the rescue and later learned about water safety from the lifeboat crew.
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Ukraine launched long-range missile and drone strikes on military factories and energy plants deep inside Russia, including regions over 700 kilometers from the front line. These attacks damaged several facilities, caused fires, and injured people, while Russia reported shooting down hundreds of Ukrainian drones. The strikes demonstrate Ukraine’s ongoing efforts to weaken Russian war capabilities during the five-year conflict.
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Ukraine attacked military and energy sites in Russia, hitting a drone and missile parts factory in Cheboksary and oil facilities in Samara and Vladimir regions.
The attacks used long-range FP-5 Flamingo missiles and drones to target locations more than 700 kilometers from the war front.
Russia’s Defense Ministry said it shot down 326 Ukrainian drones overnight.
Ukrainian forces also struck an oil refinery in Samara, causing fires and injuring three people.
A Ukrainian drone damaged a museum building in Russian-occupied Crimea, destroying a large historic painting.
Russia’s leadership, including President Vladimir Putin, has responded by trying to strengthen air defenses after several high-profile attacks.
Ukraine’s Air Force claims it shot down 181 out of 207 Russian drones during recent attacks.
The conflict along the roughly 1,000-kilometer frontline remains mostly stable, but drone and missile strikes are increasingly important tactics.
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Pakistan has launched air strikes on Afghanistan near their shared border, killing several civilians and militants. The strikes targeted areas believed to shelter members of the Tehreek-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) group and came after months of relative calm.
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Pakistan conducted deadly air strikes on Afghan provinces Khost, Kunar, and Paktika.
The strikes killed at least 11 children, one woman, one elderly man, and several militants.
Pakistani officials said 26 militants linked to the TTP group were killed.
Afghanistan's government denies sheltering militants and says civilians were killed.
The attacks followed renewed tensions after fighting earlier in 2026 and a mostly closed border.
Pakistan blames Afghanistan’s Taliban government for allowing militants to operate near the border.
The TTP has waged a violent campaign against Pakistan for years.
The border closure has hurt trade between Pakistan and Afghanistan.
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Hadi Alodid, a 30-year-old Sudanese man, was charged with attempted murder after a knife attack in Belfast that seriously injured a victim. The attack sparked violence linked to anti-immigrant tensions in Northern Ireland.
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Hadi Alodid appeared in a Belfast court and was remanded in custody for four weeks.
He faces charges of attempted murder, carrying a knife in public, and making threats to kill.
The victim lost his left eye and remains in serious condition in hospital.
The attack happened in the Kinnaird Avenue area of north Belfast on Monday.
Video of the attack spread online, fueling anti-immigrant violence the next day.
Alodid is a Sudanese national who entered Northern Ireland in 2023 and was granted asylum with leave to remain until 2028.
Police believe he traveled into Northern Ireland from Dublin, Republic of Ireland.
Authorities say there is no evidence the attack is related to terrorism and no other suspects are being sought.
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Bill Gates will appear before a U.S. congressional committee investigating Jeffrey Epstein and his connections. Gates has acknowledged knowing Epstein but denies involvement in any illegal actions and will answer questions to help the investigation.
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Bill Gates, co-founder of Microsoft, will be interviewed by a House committee probing Jeffrey Epstein.
Gates knew Epstein from 2011 to 2014 and apologized to staff at the Gates Foundation for their association.
Gates denies witnessing or participating in any illegal conduct by Epstein.
Emails from Epstein in 2013 made unverified claims about Gates' personal life, which Gates’ spokesperson called false.
Gates admitted to past affairs during a staff town hall, including with two Russian women.
Text messages in 2017 show Epstein trying to pitch a charitable fund to Gates, but Melinda Gates prevented him from communicating with Epstein.
The investigation has also involved other high-profile figures, including former President Bill Clinton and Ghislaine Maxwell.
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