Armenia: Pashinyan Declares Victory in Parliamentary Election
Nikol Pashinyan has declared victory in Armenia's snap parliamentary election held on June 7, with his Civil Contract party winning the vote, according to 24tv.
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Israel strikes Iran despite Trump’s plea for restraint
Israel launched airstrikes on central and western Iran on Monday, openly defying US Donald Trump, who had urged restraint. According to the Guardian, the escalation threatens to plunge the Middle East back into a regional war.
Strong earthquake strikes off the Philippines – tsunami warning for several countries
A powerful earthquake has struck the southern coast of the Philippines. According to Spiegel, numerous buildings collapsed in General Santos City, and a tsunami warning has been issued for several countries.
UK prepares sanctions against Israel over illegal settlement construction
The Foreign Office and several Western states plan to impose a sanctions package against Israel this week to deter companies from participating in a planned settlement project in the West Bank. According to the Guardian, the so-called E1 development would split the West Bank and make a two-state solution practically impossible.
Armenia: High Voter Turnout in Parliamentary Election, 14 Arrests
Armenia's Central Electoral Commission reported high voter turnout in Sunday's parliamentary election, with 48.92 percent of eligible voters casting ballots by 5 p.m. local time. However, the Interior Ministry logged dozens of criminal complaints and 14 arrests for election violations.
Armenia votes: Pashinyan responds to Putin’s threats against Ukraine
Parliamentary elections are being held in Armenia on June 7. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan commented on tensions with Russia after casting his ballot, responding to Putin's threats regarding Ukraine's fate, as reported by 24tv.
One Dead and Five Injured in Shooting Attacks in Israel
A person has been killed and five others wounded in shooting attacks in Israel. According to Tagesschau, a suspected perpetrator was killed.
Israel launches airstrikes on Beirut – worst escalation since ceasefire
Israel bombarded the southern suburbs of Beirut on Sunday. According to the Guardian, this is the most serious escalation in the war with Hezbollah since the ceasefire in mid-April.
Armenian PM Pashinyan Rejects Lukashenko’s Threats
Nikol Pashinyan dismissed recent threats from Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko as "not serious." Lukashenko had hinted at a "Ukrainian scenario" for Armenia if it shifts its foreign policy.
Israel bombs southern Beirut again despite ceasefire with Lebanon
Israel struck the southern suburbs of Beirut on Sunday for the third time since a ceasefire with Lebanon took effect, risking US peace talks with Iran.
El Niño on the Horizon: New Phase of Weather Phenomenon Expected Within Weeks
A new phase of the natural weather phenomenon El Niño could begin within weeks, potentially driving global temperatures even higher, the BBC reports, citing climate researchers.
US Defense Secretary Hegseth Attacks Europe’s Migration Policy
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth sharply criticized Europe in a speech marking the D-Day anniversary in Normandy, calling migration to Europe an 'invasion,' the BBC reports.
China conducts security operation near Taiwan – coast guard responds
Chinese ships are conducting a so-called security operation east of Taiwan, reports Welt. Taiwan's coast guard has dispatched vessels in response.
California Counts Slowly: Trump’s Fraud Claims Meet a Verified System
California's slow vote counting after the primary has prompted Donald Trump to allege fraud. But experts stress the system is designed to work this way – it protects against manipulation and ensures every vote counts.
US and Iran exchange fire again in Gulf region despite ceasefire
Despite a agreed ceasefire, the United States and Iran have again exchanged fire in the Gulf region. According to Tagesspiegel, rocket alarms sounded in Bahrain and Kuwait.
Hungary: Magyar Stops Influx of Workers from Third Countries
Hungary's new Prime Minister Peter Magyar is tightening access for workers from non-EU countries, according to reports.
NATO must prepare for worst-case scenarios, warns Latvia’s president
Latvia's Edgars Rinkēvičs has called on NATO to prepare for worst-case scenarios. Russia remains dangerous and unpredictable despite diplomatic efforts, he said in an interview with World.
Pistols: Turkey, the Balkans, and Ukraine as Sources
Investigators warn of a new flood of weapons on Europe's streets. According to a report by "Welt," many unregistered pistols come from Turkey and the Balkans – and soon possibly from Ukraine as well.
ICE stops reporting deaths of released detainees
Acting ICE Director David Venturella has issued a memo ordering the agency to stop reporting deaths of recently released detainees, reversing a 2021 Biden-era policy that required such reports within 30 days of release.
Armenia Threatens Russia Returnees with Military Camp for Vote Bribery
Armenia's government is warning citizens traveling from Russia to vote in the June 7 parliamentary elections in exchange for bribes that they face a 25-day military training camp. Deputy Chief of Staff Taron Chakhoyan announced the measure on social media on June 3, as reported by the Kyiv Post.
North Korea secretly expands nuclear program – Kim promises more bombs
North Korea has been slowly but steadily expanding its nuclear weapons program while Washington's attention is focused on other conflicts, according to Deutsche Welle.
US Senate Approves $70 Billion for Border Security
The US Senate has passed a $70 billion package for immigration enforcement agency ICE and border security. The bill still needs to pass the House of Representatives.
Protests in Albania Against Kushner’s Adriatic Development Project
Hundreds of Albanians demonstrated in Tirana against a luxury real estate project by Jared Kushner, US Donald Trump's son-in-law, on the Adriatic coast.
HTTP/2 Bomb: Security Flaw Threatens Servers Worldwide
A security vulnerability known as HTTP/2 Bomb is threatening web servers worldwide. According to it-daily, a single request can bring down a server.
Whistleblower sues IBM and AT&T for covering up cyberattacks
A former IBM security expert has filed a lawsuit against the company and AT&T, accusing them of failing to disclose foreign cyberattacks despite legal obligations, as reported by Heise.
Gaza City: Airstrike Hits Apartment, Severe Destruction
Residents of Gaza City surveyed severe destruction on June 4 after an Israeli airstrike hit an apartment in the Sheikh Radwan neighborhood overnight, according to Euronews.
Romania’s President Appoints Eugen Tomac as New Prime Minister
Romanian President Nicușor Dan has appointed MEP Eugen Tomac as the new prime minister, nearly a month after Ilie Bolojan's resignation, Ukrainska Pravda reports.
US and Russia Resume Postal Service Despite Sanctions
The United States and Russia have resumed postal exchanges that were suspended after Russia launched its full-scale war against Ukraine in February 2022. The first batch of shipments from the US has already arrived in Russia, according to 24tv.
Israel Continues Ground Offensive in Southern Lebanon Despite Ceasefire
Israel's defence minister has stated that the army will not withdraw from southern Lebanon and will not allow the return of the population. This comes after Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend the ceasefire, as reported by the Guardian.
Undercover Police: Documentary Reveals Questionable Tactics
A four-part documentary titled 'Boom Box' sheds light on the controversial methods of a covert police operation in London. According to the Guardian, Operation Peyzac led to 37 convictions with over 400 years of prison time, but now calls are growing for a review by the UK's spycops inquiry.
California Governor Race Remains Undecided as Vote Count Continues
The outcome of California's gubernatorial election is still unclear, with vote counting potentially taking days or weeks, according to Guardian.
Rubio: US Stays in NATO but Demands Reforms
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reaffirmed that the United States will remain a member of NATO but is demanding deep reforms of the alliance. Rubio made the statement before the House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Largest cosmic magnetic field map reveals secrets of the universe
An international team of researchers led by Australia's CSIRO has created the largest map of magnetic fields in the universe, measuring light from nearly four million galaxies.
Neo-Nazi Group White Australia Fails in Emergency Bid Against Hate Designation
The neo-Nazi organization White Australia has failed in its attempt to temporarily block its classification as a prohibited hate group before the High Court of Australia. The court dismissed the urgent application, as reported by Guardian.
US House votes to withdraw from Iran combat operations
The US House of Representatives has voted to withdraw US troops from combat operations against Iran — with some Republican votes. The vote increases pressure on Donald Trump but has no direct legal consequences, according to Tagesschau.
South Korea: Lee’s Democrats Win Local Elections by a Landslide
Lee Jae-myung's Democratic Party has won a landslide victory in South Korea's local elections, securing nearly every office up for grabs. Only the capital Seoul fell to the conservatives, as reported by FAZ.
Israel and Lebanon Agree to Ceasefire – Trump Aims to Pave Way for Iran Deal
The Trump administration has brokered a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, contingent on Hezbollah halting all attacks and withdrawing its fighters from southern Lebanon, according to the Guardian.
Iranian missiles hit Kuwait: First death in Gulf state since ceasefire
Kuwait's defense ministry said it intercepted 13 ballistic missiles and 17 drones from Iran. An Indian national was killed in an attack on Kuwait City's airport – the first reported death in a Gulf state since the US-Iran ceasefire in April.
Trump Bill Pulte as Acting Intelligence Coordinator
US Donald Trump has appointed 38-year-old Bill Pulte as acting intelligence coordinator. According to FAZ, Pulte has experience in real estate and investments, but not in intelligence services.
UK by-election: Death of Henry Nowak overshadows vote
An 18-year-old was stabbed to death in Southampton, and police initially mistook the victim for the perpetrator. The case could intensify the power struggle around Prime Minister Keir Starmer, reports Spiegel.