Ceasefire talks stall over Israeli withdrawal as 17 reported killed near Gaza aid site
But progress has stalled, with both sides accusing the other of intransigence.
Middle East
US
Trump threatens 10% tariff on BRICS-aligned nations as leaders gather in Brazil
The threat came just hours after the BRICS summit opened in Rio de Janeiro with a joint statement warning that.
Middle East
US contractors say live ammunition fired at Gaza aid sites, AP reports
Two US contractors said they were alarmed by what they described as an unregulated and dangerous environment, AP reported.
West Asia
Iran’s foreign minister says US strikes caused serious damage to Fordow nuclear site
Araghchi said that details about damage to other nuclear sites, including Natanz and Isfahan, were still being assessed.
Middle East
Trump lifts key US sanctions on Syria
U.S. sanctions on Syria have long targeted Syrian government officials and institutions over alleged human rights violations and links to.
US
Senate Republicans advance Trump-backed tax, spending bill after late-night vote
The Senate cleared the crucial procedural vote 51 to 49 after more than three hours of tense floor negotiations.
Middle East
Israeli strikes kill over 70 in Gaza as aid-related deaths mount
More than 549 Palestinians have been killed over the past month while attempting to access humanitarian assistance.
World
Global drug use reaches historic high, UN reports
The agency’s annual World Drug Report highlights cannabis as the most widely used drug, with 244 million users globally.
Middle East
Early US intelligence report suggests Iran’s nuclear program only temporarily set back by strikes
The assessment concludes that Iran managed to relocate portions of its highly enriched uranium stockpile prior to the attacks.
Middle East
Ceasefire takes hold after Trump rebukes Israel and Iran
The truce followed a rebuke from President Trump, who sharply criticized both nations for firing missiles.