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- Two killed in overnight Russian strikes on Ukraine’s Sumy Oblast
- EU sanctions 16 individuals for the unlawful deportation of Ukrainian children.
- China Expands Military Presence in South China Sea Amid Rising Tensions
- Morocco and Brazil draw at World Cup opener as Knicks celebrate historic win
- Vancouver hosts first FIFA World Cup match as Australia faces Turkey
- US and Iran inch closer to deal as timing discussions evolve
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- Section 702 surveillance authority expires as Congress fails to act
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Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act has expired, compromising the government’s ability to collect foreign intelligence without a warrant. Its lapsed status may affect cooperation from telecommunications providers, though existing authorisations remain in effect until their predetermined expiration dates.
A federal judge in Virginia has granted a preliminary injunction to block the Justice Department’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund, citing concerns over its potential impact. The order requires the government to assure it will not proceed with the fund, amid ongoing legal challenges.
The Trump administration informed a judge that it anticipates removing the president’s name from the Kennedy Center’s facade by early Saturday, following delays due to thunderstorms. U.S. District Judge Christopher Cooper previously ruled the name’s addition was illegal and ordered its removal by Friday.
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The US Secretary of State stressed that Israel’s airstrikes on Iran were a unilateral decision, despite Iran’s claims of American support for the attacks.
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President Trump claims a deal with China is finalised, though specifics on tariff reductions remain unclear, highlighting ongoing negotiations.
Leading economist Paul Johnson warns Rachel Reeves may need to raise taxes following disappointing economic indicators, contrary to her claims of a “fully funded” spending review.
Elon Musk publicly acknowledged on X early 11 June that he “regret[s] some of my posts about President @realDonaldTrump last week. They went too far,” following a heated public feud sparked by his criticism of Trump’s sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill” and allegations tying Trump to Jeffrey Epstein’s withheld files.
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