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U.S. Coast Guard and FBI agents boarded the VL Prosperity, a crude oil supertanker, after it experienced cyberattacks while en route to Galveston, Texas. Investigators detected evidence of malicious cyber activity but have not attributed the incident to Iran. The investigation is ongoing.
Former President Barack Obama announced the death of Sunny, the family’s 13-year-old Portuguese water dog, describing her as a “cherished member” of the family. Sunny, who joined the Obamas in 2013, was remembered for her loyalty and energetic personality.
The House voted 220 to 204 to prevent President Trump from further military action against Iran, with seven Republicans supporting the motion. Introduced by Rep. Seth Moulton, the resolution aims to withdraw US forces from hostilities. A Senate vote remains uncertain amid ongoing funding debates.
Israeli warplanes were prepared to retaliate against Iranian missile strikes, considering them a violation of a newly-established ceasefire.
Jack Watkin, 26, pleaded guilty to six counts of fraud for a designer handbag scam, leveraging a fabricated luxurious lifestyle to con victims out of significant sums.
Donald Trump announced non-retaliation against Iran’s missile attack, framing US intervention as a preventive measure to avoid foreign wars, showcasing strategic success without American casualties.
Sir Keir Starmer announced the UK’s intention to boost defence, security, and resilience spending to 5% of GDP by 2035, despite critics labelling the move as “smoke and mirrors” with no immediate cash promises.
Volodymyr Zelenskyy warns that Vladimir Putin may attack a NATO country within five years to test the alliance, although he believes Putin is not currently ready for immediate action.
Iran has launched missile attacks on a US military base in Qatar and claims it was a “successful response” to recent US strikes on its nuclear sites.
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