World & Security

Obama Says Any Iran Deal Likely Won't Differ Significantly from Original JCPOA

Former president offered skepticism before Trump's announcement of a preliminary 60-day ceasefire agreement with Tehran.

By Diane Park · Monday, June 15, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

South African Jazz Icon Abdullah Ibrahim Dies in Germany at Age 91

The celebrated pianist and composer, who performed at Nelson Mandela's 1994 inauguration, passed away following a brief illness surrounded by family.

By Diane Park · Monday, June 15, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

Vance Says US Hopes to Release Text of Iran Agreement This Week

The preliminary deal would reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for sanctions relief tied to Iran's nuclear commitments and terror financing halt.

By Diane Park · Monday, June 15, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

Israel Rules Out Withdrawing From Seized Land as U.S.-Iran Ceasefire Deal Takes Shape

Defense Minister Katz says IDF will remain in security zones in Lebanon, Syria and Gaza indefinitely, adding that areas will be cleared of residents and terrorist infrastructure destroyed.

By Diane Park · Monday, June 15, 2026 · 3 min read
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New Zealand Seizes Diplomatic Opportunity at World Cup as Iran Competes Under Travel Restrictions

The All Whites' first World Cup appearance since 2010 comes as Iran faces severe U.S. travel limitations due to the absence of formal diplomatic relations since 1980.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Brian Kemp Endorses Burt Jones in Georgia’s Gubernatorial Runoff

The endorsement comes days before Tuesday's election and marks a rare point of agreement between the governor and former President Donald Trump.

By Diane Park · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 3 min read
World & Security

Taiwan's Intelligence Agency Launches Webpage for Chinese Nationals to Report Tips

The National Security Bureau says the secure channel is modeled after practices used by U.S., British, and Israeli intelligence agencies as cross-strait tensions remain elevated.

By Diane Park · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 3 min read
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Thousands Protest G7 in Geneva as Leaders Prepare to Hold Summit in Nearby France

Police deployed tear gas and made arrests after demonstrators set a car on fire and smashed bank windows, with 7,000 people taking part in the march.

By Diane Park · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Palestinian Death Toll in Gaza Tops 73,000 as Israel Strikes Despite Ceasefire

The milestone comes even as a U.S.-brokered ceasefire remains technically in effect but has stalled over disagreements about Hamas disarmament.

By Diane Park · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 4 min read
World & Security

Trudeau Faces Backlash After Skipping Canada World Cup Match to Attend Katy Perry Performance in Los Angeles

Former Canadian prime minister watched USA match where his pop star girlfriend performed, drawing criticism from some Canadians who called his absence 'a slap in the face.'

By Diane Park · Sunday, June 14, 2026 · 3 min read