Iran summoned Austria's charge d'affaires following Austria's intelligence report, which alleged Iran's pursuit of atomic weapons, labeling the report as "fake." This dispute occurs amidst ongoing delicate negotiations between Iran and the United States regarding Iran's nuclear program. Iran vehemently denies seeking nuclear weapons, asserting its program is solely for civilian purposes, despite IAEA concerns about uranium enrichment levels.
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Tom Homan warns of a potential 9/11-style attack due to Biden's border policies, citing 2 million 'gotaway' migrants. He fears terrorists are among them, avoiding vetting. This concern arises after an Egyptian national, in the US illegally after a visa overstay, allegedly committed an antisemitic attack in Colorado, raising questions about visa policies.
Mongolian Prime Minister Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene resigned after losing a confidence vote amid public protests against corruption and inequality. Failing to secure enough parliamentary support, his departure follows weeks of demonstrations in Ulaanbaatar fueled by rising living costs and allegations of lavish spending. Oyun-Erdene will remain as caretaker until a successor is appointed.
Israel's announcement of establishing 22 new West Bank settlements, including legalizing unauthorized outposts, has sparked international concern. This move, deemed illegal under international law, is expected to further strain the relations with allies critical of Israel's actions. Israeli officials defend the decision as strengthening their hold on the region and preventing a Palestinian state.
Following a severe heatwave, Pakistan has been struck by intense storms, resulting in at least 32 fatalities and over 150 injuries in the past week. Northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa experienced five deaths on Thursday due to heavy rains and strong winds, with continued stormy weather expected in northern and central regions.
President Trump issued a series of pardons, including rapper NBA YoungBoy, former Connecticut Governor John Rowland, and others. Alice Marie Johnson, Trump's pardon czar, influenced the decisions. Pardons were granted to individuals ranging from political figures convicted of corruption to those with gun-related charges, showcasing Trump's broad use of executive clemency.
French street artist Theo Clerc, imprisoned in Azerbaijan for 422 days for painting graffiti in the metro, has been pardoned and released. Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev granted the pardon, allowing Clerc to return to France. French authorities had previously raised concerns about discriminatory treatment in the case, as Clerc's codefendants received only fines.
The annual Hajj pilgrimage to Mecca commences amidst a history of tragic incidents, including stampedes, attacks, and fires. Last year, over 1,300 pilgrims died due to extreme heat. This year, with temperatures expected to exceed 40°C, Saudi authorities have deployed 250,000 personnel from forty agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of over a million pilgrims.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz pledged support to Ukraine in developing long-range missile systems, free from Western restrictions. This intensified cooperation aims to equip Ukraine for self-defense, including striking military targets beyond its territory. Simultaneously, Russia proposed peace talks in Istanbul, but Ukraine awaits a promised memorandum outlining Moscow's position.
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