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Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy addressed the recent nationwide ground stop executed by the FAA due to a telecommunications outage caused by overloaded routers. He emphasised the need for a $50 billion upgrade to the ageing telecom network, highlighting that the FAA is struggling with outdated infrastructure.
President Trump was notified within 30 minutes of the FAA’s nationwide ground stop, implemented due to a communication issue affecting air traffic control. The disruption resulted in thousands of flight cancellations and prompted an immediate response from multiple government agencies, while medical service flights were exempted from the grounding.
The United States is promoting direct talks between Russia and Europe to advance a peace deal in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, as outlined by Jared Kushner. Following recent meetings with leaders from both nations, Kushner emphasised facilitating engagement and security guarantees, while Ukrainian President Zelenskyy expressed concern over potential threats to NATO’s structure.
Donald Trump warns that “a whole civilisation will die tonight” amid escalating tensions with Iran after striking Kharg Island. He asserts this moment is pivotal in history, urging swift action from Iran to avoid further devastation. Follow Metro’s live blog for updates.
The US military has targeted Iran’s Kharg Island in the Persian Gulf, critical for Iran’s oil exports. Donald Trump threatened further strikes unless a deal is reached to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. For updates and analysis, follow our ongoing coverage.
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