UK ministers are lobbying the Trump administration to prevent a backlash over Keir Starmer's announced ban on social media for under-16s. The ban, which restricts platforms like X, Facebook, and TikTok, aims to protect children but risks retaliation from the US, with Elon Musk criticizing it as censorship.
Iran's Supreme National Security Council warned of an "imminent" response to Israeli strikes in Beirut, Lebanon. The Israeli military stated the strikes targeted a Hezbollah command center. US President Trump expressed frustration, fearing the escalation could derail a peace process.
China has voiced strong disapproval of the US decision to blacklist several major Chinese technology and automotive companies, citing unfair treatment on the global stage. Beijing has warned of resolute retaliation if these measures are not withdrawn.
Disney's ABC is facing an early renewal of its broadcast licenses for eight local stations, a move seen as retaliation against critics of Donald Trump. The FCC has opened a pleading cycle for critics to challenge ABC's fitness to broadcast, with a conservative legal group confirming it will file a petition to deny.
The US reportedly considered a military operation to seize Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpile last month. President Donald Trump paused the plan due to concerns over retaliation, casualties, and economic fallout, with military planners assessing the mission as high to extreme risk.
China's sanctions on the family of Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr. have sparked debate in Manila over potential retaliation. Analysts suggest it's a warning to deter critics, while figures like retired Justice Antonio Carpio advocate for a "tit-for-tat" response, banning China's defence minister and his family.
Iran has declared it will treat all of Elon Musk's companies in the Middle East, including SpaceX's Starlink, as military targets in retaliation against the U.S., according to Iranian state media. The move follows recent U.S. strikes and escalations.
Tehran declared a two-month-old ceasefire "practically meaningless" after a night of US strikes and Iranian retaliation, escalating regional tensions. Diplomatic efforts continue amidst significant disagreements.
CENTCOM has denied Iranian media reports claiming an attack on a US warship in the Strait of Hormuz. Nournews had reported Iranian strikes on US targets in the Middle East, including warships, in retaliation for a US attack.
The US and Iran exchanged strikes overnight, with President Trump vowing further action and calling for Iran to "sign a deal." Iran's president stated they would "stand firm against any pressure or threat." The US military also struck an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman.
The US and Iran exchanged strikes overnight, with President Trump warning of further "hard" hits on Iran and urging them to "sign a deal." Iran's president stated they would "stand firm against any pressure or threat." The US military also struck an oil tanker in the Gulf of Oman.
US President Donald Trump claimed Iran downed a US AH-64 Apache helicopter over the Strait of Hormuz, vowing retaliation. US Central Command stated the helicopter went down off Oman, with both pilots rescued. Investigations are ongoing, with some reports suggesting a mid-air collision with an Iranian drone.
The US launched "self-defence strikes" against Iran near the Strait of Hormuz, retaliating for the downing of an American Apache helicopter. The strikes targeted Iranian air-defence systems and radar sites, testing a fragile US-Iran ceasefire.
Israeli forces shelled areas in the southern Lebanese city of Tyre on June 9, 2026, following evacuation warnings. The strikes killed 8 and injured 32, according to Lebanon's Health Ministry. Iran threatened a "harsh response" if Israeli targeting of southern Lebanon continues, while the US expressed concern that ongoing Israeli operations could derail diplomatic efforts with Iran.
Iran's IRGC launched retaliatory strikes on Israel's Nevatim and Tel Nof Airbases, citing Israel's actions, and vowed readiness for further operations.
Israel retaliated with strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs targeting 'terrorist command centers' after Hezbollah launched projectiles at northern Israel, killing at least 2 and wounding 11, amidst ongoing clashes despite a rejected ceasefire.
Tech companies like Meta, Google, and TikTok cite the US-Australia free trade agreement and threaten retaliation to oppose Australia's proposal forcing them to pay news outlets for content, arguing it's discriminatory and violates trade rules.
Russia's Foreign Ministry sanctioned 17-year-old British student Alexander Browder, founder of the Global Cryptocurrency Laundering Database, for exposing alleged Moscow-backed crypto money laundering operations. He is believed to be the youngest person sanctioned by Russia.
Kuwait declared a health emergency after an Iranian drone attack, receiving 63 casualties and performing seven major surgeries. One Indian national was killed and over 60 injured. Iran claimed to have attacked US bases in response to US strikes.
Russia's military doctrine allows for nuclear retaliation in two scenarios: response to nuclear or WMD attack, or a conventional attack posing an existential threat to the state, including territorial integrity, according to Deputy Foreign Minister Ryabkov.
EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič will meet China's trade envoy Li Chenggang in Paris on Thursday amid strained EU-China relations. The EU seeks to address a large trade deficit and Chinese overcapacity, with member states divided on policy.
Iranian drone strikes on Kuwait's international airport killed one Indian citizen and injured over 60. Iran's IRGC claimed responsibility, citing retaliation for US strikes on an oil tanker and Qeshm Island. The US confirmed strikes on Iran and interception of missiles aimed at Kuwait and Bahrain, escalating regional tensions.
Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated that President Putin is preparing for the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF), including working on his speech which will address political issues. Peskov also confirmed that Russia's "special military operation" continues to prevent attacks like those on St. Petersburg and that retaliation against Ukrainian attacks is systematic.
Russian Senator Vladimir Dzhabarov vowed retaliation after a Ukrainian strike on a bus in Yenakiieve killed seven civilians, calling the act "thoughtless" and "targeted terror."
