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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.'