Ousted Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, will stand trial in the US on drug trafficking charges starting June 1, 2027. They were seized from Caracas by US forces and face potential life sentences, pleading not guilty while Maduro claims immunity as a former head of state.
President Trump assured NATO leaders of continued US commitment to the alliance, a shift from his previous criticisms. NATO chief Mark Rutte defended recent US strikes on Iran as 'absolutely necessary' following alleged attacks on commercial vessels.
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg stated that the US military action against Iran was 'absolutely necessary' due to Iran's violation of the ceasefire agreement. He also emphasized NATO's commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities and reaffirmed the alliance's defense spending goals.
The US Senate passed a war powers resolution 50-48, directing President Trump to halt military action against Iran. This marks the first time both chambers of Congress have passed such a resolution since 1973, signaling growing congressional concern over the conflict.
Cuba hopes the World Cup, starting June 15 and ending July 19, will deter a US attack amid an oil blockade. Proximity to Miami, hosting World Cup games, and Cuba's drone capabilities are cited as deterrents. US officials have warned Cuba against acquiring long-range weapons.
The House is set to vote on halting US military action against Iran, potentially defying President Trump. Democrats, with potential Republican support, aim to end the three-month conflict, which has cost over $100 billion and impacted oil prices.
House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer has sent letters to the CEOs of prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket, demanding records on how they handle insider trading, citing concerns over elected officials profiting from non-public information.
