President Trump reportedly vetoed an Israeli plan to assassinate Iran's Supreme Leader Khamenei amidst escalating conflict. This occurred as Israel launched airstrikes in Iran, and planned nuclear talks were cancelled. Trump warned Iran against retaliation and predicted a swift deal between the two nations, drawing parallels to his past diplomatic efforts.
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Devastating floods in South Africa's Eastern Cape province have claimed 78 lives, with the toll expected to rise as search and rescue operations continue. President Cyril Ramaphosa is scheduled to visit the affected areas amid criticism of the government's response. Extreme weather triggered the disaster, overwhelming local resources and leaving residents traumatized by the loss and destruction.
Donald Trump claims foreknowledge of Israel's massive airstrikes on Iran, framing it as a consequence of his ultimatum for a nuclear deal. Despite tensions with Netanyahu, Trump presents the strikes as pressure for negotiations. While the US resupplied Israel and deployed bombers, officials like Rubio distance Washington, raising questions about Israel's unilateral action and potential US involvement.
An Indian family relocated to England. They shipped their furniture and Royal Enfield Bullet. The family spent approximately Rs 4.5 lakh for the transport. The items were transported via container. The family sourced furniture from Kartarpur, India. They preferred Indian furniture quality. The video of the offloading went viral on social media. Many viewers reacted positively to the family's decision.
Los Angeles faced curfew and protests against President Trump's immigration policies, leading to multiple arrests and clashes. Demonstrations spread nationwide, prompting National Guard deployment and legal challenges against federal actions. Tensions escalated between state and federal authorities, with concerns over military involvement in immigration enforcement and its impact on communities.
A six-foot alligator caused a stir outside a Virginia motel after escaping from its owner, who was transporting it from New York to a North Carolina zoo. Fairfax County Police Department safely captured the reptile, reminding the public about exotic animal ownership regulations. No injuries were reported, and the owner was not cited for the incident.
Emiratisation—the UAE’s initiative to increase Emirati employment, is advancing rapidly in the insurance sector, where nationals now make up 22% of employees. Minister Mohamed Al Husaini announced a new goal of 50–60% localisation by 2030, signaling a decisive effort to shift workforce demographics and strengthen national participation in a sector traditionally dominated by expatriates.
The US Army's 250th-anniversary parade, coinciding with Donald Trump's birthday, faced online ridicule due to videos showing troops marching out of sync, leading to accusations of defiance. A viral photo depicted Trump appearing to doze off during the event. Simultaneously, anti-Trump protests erupted across the US, contrasting with the parade's perceived lack of enthusiasm.
Norway on Tuesday launched a flagship carbon capture and storage (CCS) project, a technology seen as crucial to curbing climate change but struggling to find a viable economic model. Norway has presented Longship as the "world's first full-scale value chain" for capture and storage of carbon in the greenhouse gases that cause harmful climate change.
On June 14, 2025, Washington, D.C., will host a grand celebration for the US Army's 250th anniversary, coinciding with President Trump's 79th birthday. The day features a festival on the National Mall with military demonstrations, live music, and interactive exhibits. A military parade will march down Constitution Avenue, showcasing troops, equipment, and flyovers.