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Governor Gavin Newsom condemned President Trump’s comments suggesting that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego if it developed a nuclear weapon. Newsom described Trump’s remarks as “deranged and dangerous.” Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria also expressed strong disapproval.
The US Supreme Court heard arguments on Monday regarding Boulder’s lawsuit against Exxon and Suncor Energy, which seeks to hold the companies accountable for climate change effects. Justice Samuel Alito’s recusal may lead to a 4-4 deadlock, preserving the Colorado Supreme Court’s ruling that permits the case to proceed.
Middle East oil exports, excluding Iran, exceeded pre-war levels last week, according to maritime tracking firm Kpler. Shipments averaged over 18 million barrels per day for the first time since February, with 40% now bypassing the Strait of Hormuz, utilising alternative routes and pipelines.
Oil prices surged to their highest in five months, Brent crude briefly topped $81 a barrel, after the US joined Israel in striking key Iranian nuclear facilities at Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan.
Jeff Bezos is set to marry Lauren Sanchez in a luxurious multi-day wedding in Venice, with reports suggesting celebrity attendees including Oprah Winfrey and Katy Perry.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi delivered a stern warning following US airstrikes on Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan, calling the attacks a “heinous crime” that risks “everlasting consequences” for international security.
Ramping up NATO members’ defence spending has gained momentum, supported by Germany and driven by the US administration’s objective to enhance military budgets across Europe.
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley expressed shock and frustration over a planned protest supporting Palestine Action, which the government aims to ban under anti-terror laws.
The United States has launched attacks on three Iranian uranium enrichment sites, marking its entry into the ongoing Israel-Iran conflict.
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