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US gained nothing from strikes, Iran's supreme leader says -- The ayatollah speaks for the first time since the conflict ended, as the US insists Iran's nuclear sites are destroyed.

The ayatollah speaks for the first time since the conflict ended, as the US insists Iran's nuclear sites are destroyed.

BBC News - World - 1 minute ago

US gained nothing from strikes, Iran's supreme leader says

The ayatollah speaks for the first time since the conflict ended, as the US insists Iran's nuclear sites are destroyed.

BBC News - Top Stories - 13 minutes ago

EU leaders call for immediate Gaza ceasefire, to review Israel agreement in July

Leaders from the European Union’s 27 member countries called on Thursday for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza and said discussions would continue on a report on Israel’s compliance with the terms of an agreement with the bloc.

First Post - World - 16 minutes ago

Prosecutors paint Sean Combs as a 'leader' who 'didn't take no for an answer' in closing arguments

Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs did not testify in his New York sex trafficking trial

Independent UK - Top Stories - 28 minutes ago

Pentagon leaders laud U.S. attack on Iran, cite military tactics to show destruction

Many are questioning Trump’s decision to bomb three Iranian nuclear sites — and whether those strikes were successful

The Globe and Mail - World - 34 minutes ago

Analysis - World leaders are arguing over the damage to Iran's nuclear sites. But where is its enriched uranium?

There is a lot of confusion about how much damage U.S. bombs did to Iran's nuclear sites. But experts say the bigger question is whether Iran moved the uranium, as its whereabouts are unknown to the world's governing body for nuclear energy.

CBC News - Top Stories - 53 minutes ago

World leaders are arguing over the damage to Iran's nuclear sites. But where is its enriched uranium?

There is a lot of confusion about how much damage U.S. bombs did to Iran's nuclear sites. But experts say the bigger question is whether Iran moved the uranium, as its whereabouts are unknown to the world's governing body for nuclear energy.

CBC News - World - 53 minutes ago

EU leaders urge Gaza cease-fire, review Israel's compliance with deal

Leaders of the European Union's 27 member states on Thursday called for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza and said talks would continue on a report...

Daily Sabah - Top Stories - 54 minutes ago

Live. EU summit: Divided leaders delay next steps on EU-Israel review

EU leaders are meeting in Brussels for a one-day summit with a busy agenda. Follow our live coverage here.

Euronews - World - 1 hour ago

Mayor Wu has a powerful ally in the state House's likely next leader. Their partnership could reshape Boston politics.

Michelle Wu has a powerful ally in the state House’s likely next leader. But there are limits to what even Aaron Michlewitz can do.

Boston Globe - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Canada promises to spend 5% of GDP on defence by 2035 in pact with NATO leaders

NATO leaders have approved a plan to dramatically increase defence spending across the Western alliance to five per cent of gross domestic product over the next decade, a decision that has given U.S. President Donald Trump a significant policy victory.

CBC News - Politics - 3 hours ago

Iranian supreme leader crawls out of bunker to ludicrously claim victory over Israel: Tehran gave 'a hand slap to America's face'

"I offer my congratulations on the victory over the fallacious Zionist regime," he wrote on X Thursday.

New York Post - World - 3 hours ago

Texas' Ten Commandments in schools law challenged by families and faith leaders in lawsuit

The federal lawsuit claims the measure is an unconstitutional violation of the separation of church and state. A similar law in Louisiana was blocked by a federal appeals court last week.

NBC News - Politics - 3 hours ago

EU Leaders to Discuss Looming US Tariffs at Summit

The European Council is also convening to hash out defence pledges and security priorities.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 3 hours ago

Iran's supreme leader warns US against aggression; Israel bombs north Gaza

Iran’s supreme leader says could hit US bases again in future, as Israeli attacks kill at least 14 in north Gaza today.

Aljazeera - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Iran's leader issues claims of victory over Israel and the U.S. -- U.S. intel agencies say Iran's nuclear program is in tatters. Israel killed 30 Iranian military commanders. But Iran's supreme leader has a different take on the 12-day war.

U.S. intel agencies say Iran's nuclear program is in tatters. Israel killed 30 Iranian military commanders. But Iran's supreme leader has a different take on the 12-day war.

CBS News - World - 4 hours ago

'The Americans didn't gain anything': Iran's leader breaks silence on US strikes

It is the first time Khamenei has spoken publicly since the United States targeted three of Iran's nuclear facilities, and his country agreed to a ceasefire with Israel.

SBS - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

California official criticized for appearing to call on gangs to intervene in immigration raids

In a video post on social media that has since been deleted, the vice mayor of Cudahy questioned why gang members were not protesting or speaking up about the immigration raids.

NBC News - Entertainment - 5 hours ago

Iran's supreme leader claims victory over Israel in first address since ceasefire

In his first appearance since the ceasefire began, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei also said his country had “delivered a hand slap to America’s face”.

Sydney Morning Herald - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Iran's supreme leader claims 'victory' in his first comments after U.S. strikes

The vote came as Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, made his first comments after eight days during which he has not been seen.

NBC News - World - 6 hours ago

Iran's supreme leader, in first public statement since end of Israel-Iran war, says Iran achieved victory over Israel

Iran's supreme leader, in first public statement since end of Israel-Iran war, says Iran achieved victory over Israel.

Bay to Bay News - World - 6 hours ago

Ecuador Recaptures Most Wanted Gang Leader More Than 1 Year After He Escapes Prison

José Adolfo Macías escaped from a prison in Guayaquil, Ecuador, where he was serving a 34-year sentence.

Epoch Times - World - 6 hours ago

Canada promises to spend 5% of GDP on defence by 2035 in pact with NATO leaders -- News -- | -- June 25

NATO leaders have approved a plan to dramatically increase defence spending across the Western alliance to five per cent of gross domestic product over the next decade, a decision that has given U.S. President Donald Trump a significant policy victory.

CBC News - World - 6 hours ago

Cambodia ex-leader Hun Sen and Thailand's prime minister make separate visits to tense border areas

Cambodia’s powerful former leader Hun Sen and Thailand’s prime minister have made separate visits to border areas. The two countries remain locked in an ongoing dispute that has resulted in

Lancaster Online - World - 7 hours ago

Most wanted gang leader who escaped prison found hiding in kitchen in his hometown

"Fito" had cult status among the public and was known for throwing parties in prison, where he had access to alcohol and roosters for cockfighting matches.

Sky News - World - 8 hours ago

Ecuador recaptures gang leader wanted in US more than a year after his prison escape

The officers had found him hiding in a small hole beneath what appeared to be a kitchen counter.

New York Post - World - 8 hours ago

Teenager runs Reform-led council after leader's shock resignation

George Finch, 18, will serve as interim leader of Warwickshire County Council until a permanent replacement is chosen

Evening Standard - Politics - 8 hours ago

EU summit: Leaders to address wars, US tariffs, migration

Leaders of the European Union are gathering in Brussels for the EU summit on Thursday. They are set to discuss conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, as well as the Trump administration tariffs. DW has the latest.

Deutsche Welle - Top Stories - 8 hours ago

Faith leaders, families sue to block Texas law putting Ten Commandments in public schools -- Yesterday

The federal lawsuit claims the measure is an unconstitutional violation of the separation of church and state

The Globe and Mail - World - 8 hours ago

EU leaders meet to discuss sanctions, tariffs, and Middle East policy

EU leaders gather in Brussels to address sanctions on Russia, US tariffs, and Middle East conflicts.

Aljazeera - US News - 9 hours ago

Ecuador recaptures gang leader 'Fito' indicted by US

Jose Adolfo Macias disappeared from a Guayaquil prison where he was being held in January 2024

Irish Times - World - 10 hours ago

Ecuador recaptures gang leader wanted in the U.S. more than a year after his prison escape

Fugitive drug lord and gang leader José Adolfo Macías, wanted by both the U.S. and Ecuador, was recaptured a year after his mysterious escape from Guayaquil prison.

NBC News - World - 10 hours ago

Miriam Lord: Jim O'Callaghan took Leaders' Questions. Expectations were modest...

Some people might have been thinking Jim O’Callaghan was chosen to answer questions precisely because of the topic

Irish Times - Politics - 12 hours ago

Britain -- Nato leaders arrive for dinner with the Dutch Royal family

Nato leaders arrive for dinner with the Dutch royal family ahead of the defensive alliance's summit.

Independent.ie - World - 12 hours ago

Ecuador captures 'Fito', country's most wanted fugitive gang leader

Jose Adolfo Macias, alias ‘Fito’, is due to be extradited to the US on drug trafficking and weapons smuggling charges.

Aljazeera - US News - 13 hours ago

Marlow: Zohran Mamdani Is the New Leader of the Democrat Party

On Wednesday's "Alex Marlow Show," host and Breitbart Editor-in-Chief Alex Marlow talked about New York's Democratic mayoral primary. Marlow said that | Clips

Breitbart - Politics - 14 hours ago

Ecuador's Most-wanted Gang Leader 'Fito' Captured

Ecuador's president announced Wednesday that the country's most-wanted fugitive, Los Choneros gang leader "Fito," had been recaptured over a year after his escape from prison triggered a wave of violence.

International Business Times - World - 14 hours ago

Hollywood Celebrities Rejoice for Socialist Democrat Leader Zohran Mamdani's NYC Primary Victory: 'A New Hope'

Hollywood celebrities are taking a victory lap after Democratic Socialist Zohran Mamdani declared victory Tuesday night in New York City's Democratic mayoral primary race.

Breitbart - Entertainment - 16 hours ago

Naheed Nenshi now has a seat in the legislature. Time for Alberta's NDP Leader to come out of hiding -- Gary Mason -- June 24, 2025

He has time on his side, but there’s an enormous amount of work to do in challenging Danielle Smith

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 17 hours ago

NATO members that spend the most - and least - on defense -- Leaders agreed to boost their defense spending goals significantly during Wednesday's NATO summit.

Leaders agreed to boost their defense spending goals significantly during Wednesday's NATO summit.

CBS News - World - 19 hours ago

Democratic Leadership Told Rep. Jasmine Crockett She's Too Black | Opinion

Let me translate what Representative Jasmine Crockett couldn't say publicly: The Democratic Party just told one of its most effective warriors that she's too Black, too bold, and too uncompromising for leadership.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Air Force Leader Says Troops Must Be Ready to 'Kill People and Blow Sh-- Up' -- Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi, the service's top enlisted leader, didn't mince his words in an internal...

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi, the service's top enlisted leader, didn't mince his words in an internal message to top noncommissioned officers last week.

Military.com - Opinion - 21 hours ago

Air Force Leader Says Troops Must Be Ready to 'Kill People and Blow Sh-- Up'

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force David Flosi, the service's top enlisted leader, didn't mince his words in an internal message to top noncommissioned officers last week.

Military.com - US News - 21 hours ago

Nato leaders back increase in defence spending at Hague summit

Nato endorses spending goal of 5 per cent of GDP by 2035 as allies hope pledge will prompt Trump to dispel doubts over commitment to alliance

Irish Times - World - 23 hours ago

Faith leaders and families sue to block Texas' new Ten Commandments in schools law

The federal lawsuit, filed Tuesday, claims the measure is an unconstitutional violation of the separation of church and state.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

UK to add 12 American-built F-35s for use in NATO's nuclear mission, leader says amid summit

The United Kingdom will purchase a dozen fifth-generation American fighter jets capable of deploying tactical nuclear weapons and join NATO’s airborne nuclear mission, the country’s prime minister said

Stars and Stripes - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Ambition for fourth Welsh medium secondary school in Cardiff 'absolutely there', says city leader

However, the leader of Cardiff Council, Cllr Huw Thomas, also cautioned that a number of steps need to be met before a new school can be considered

WalesOnline - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Liberal leader shares moment of vulnerability, speaks of the pain of coercive control

In a speech traversing the personal and political, Sussan Ley opened the door to gender equality quotas, saying it was “fine” if Liberal state divisions imposed them.

Sydney Morning Herald - Politics - 1 day ago

Trump to speak at NATO Summit amid warming relations with alliance's leaders

Trump attends NATO Summit where Rutte congratulates him for making Europe "pay in a big way" with a new 5% defense target and his "decisive action" on the Israel-Iran ceasefire.

Fox News - World - 1 day ago

Tech leaders ready launch of Canadian social-media platform Gander to buck U.S. dominance -- June 23, 2025

Founders aim to create alternative that addresses content, data sovereignty concerns

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 1 day ago

Russian attacks on Ukraine kill 18 as Zelenskyy meets Western leaders

Russian drones, missiles and artillery killed at least 18 civilians and injured more than 100 others in Ukraine, officials said Tuesday, as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sought guarantees of further Western military aid for his country's efforts to repel Russia's invasion.

CBC News - World - 1 day ago

Anti-Tren de Aragua Gang Member Arrested in Florida on Federal Racketeering Charge

ICE Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) special agents arrested a Venezuelan illegal alien in a Florida jail where he was serving time on local traffic charges. The anti-Tren de Aragua gang member now faces federal charges out of the Southern District of New York for racketeering conspiracy. | Border / Cartel Chronicles

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

Zelenskyy an embattled wartime leader struggling to make himself heard

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy sat down for a wide-ranging exclusive interview with Sky News.

Sky News - Top Stories - 2 days ago

​​Pence issues rare praise for Trump on Iran strikes: 'Decisive leadership'

“I really knew in my heart that, if Iran didn’t come to the table, that President Trump would make good on the threat," Pence said.

Washington Examiner - World - 2 days ago

SENATE MAJ. LEADER THUNE: A generational opportunity for strength, prosperity

Republican bill aims to secure borders, strengthen military, and extend Trump tax cuts, preventing a $4 trillion tax increase while implementing Medicaid reforms

Fox News - Opinion - 3 days ago

New CEO of Jeep owner Stellantis starts with leadership shake-up

Paris: Antonio Filosa began his tenure as chief executive of US European auto giant Stellantis on Monday with a leadership shake up, as he seeks to ju...

Peninsula Qatar - Business - 3 days ago

Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce celebrates Kent County business leaders with annual Awards for Excellence

The Central Delaware Chamber of Commerce saw a large turnout at its annual Awards for Excellence ceremony on June 18 at Bally’s Dover Casino Resort. “We are so proud of …

Bay to Bay News - Business - 3 days ago

World leaders react after Trump says U.S. attacked 3 nuclear sites in Iran

World leaders reacted to President Donald Trump's announcement Saturday that the U.S. had carried out a "very successful attack" on three nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordo.

CNBC - Politics - 4 days ago

Bride gunned down at wedding in France as masked gang opens fire

The bride was shot dead by masked gunmen in Goult in Provence, France, as she left her wedding party

Evening Standard - World - 4 days ago

British voters have spoken on Gaza. How will leaders respond?

Nearly half of UK adults say Israel's actions in Gaza amount to genocide, but Labour's stance is out of step with its supporters

Middle East Eye - Opinion - 5 days ago

Pro-Palestinian protest leader released from US custody

New York: Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student who was one of the most visible leaders of nationwide pro Palestinian campus protests,...

Peninsula Qatar - US News - 5 days ago

The Key Iranian Military Leaders, Nuclear Scientists Israel Has Killed

Iranian state media has confirmed the deaths of nine of its senior military leaders, as well as nine nuclear scientists.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 5 days ago

Democrats May Not Hate Their Leaders As Much As They Think

Polls show Democrats’ unhappiness may be less about specific party leaders and more about being out of power.

New York Magazine - Politics - 5 days ago

McIlroy two shots off early clubhouse leader at Travelers Championship

The Masters champion had finished tied for 19th at last week’s US Open

Independent UK - Sports - 6 days ago

Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders' 400% raise is a reminder of how little female athletes get paid -- Natalie Stechyson

The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders say they're getting a 400 per cent pay raise, shedding light on just how little NFL cheerleaders, and female athletes in general, get paid.

CBC News - Entertainment - 6 days ago

Flight of fancy: Tatoian enjoys role as Air Force civic leader

DOVER — When Mike Tatoian moved to the capital city in 2007, he expected to be around lots of horsepower, since Dover Motor Speedway has hosted NASCAR races every year since 1969. However, …

Bay to Bay News - Business - 7 days ago

PHOTOS: Faith leaders in Southland gather for family unity prayer walk

The Black faith community, along with people of faith from across Los Angeles County, marched in solidarity through the streets of downtown LA for a peaceful interfaith prayer walk for family unity.

Los Angeles Times - Top Stories - 7 days ago

Iran-Israel latest: Netanyahu refuses to rule out killing Iran's Supreme Leader

Iranian state broadcaster hit by Israeli missile live on air

Independent UK - Politics - 9 days ago

Keir Starmer bows to pressure for inquiry into grooming gang scandal

The prime minister has bowed to pressure to agree to set up an inquiry into grooming gangs with legal powers to call witnesses

Independent UK - Politics - 12 days ago

Longest-serving legislative leader in US history given 7 1/2 years in federal corruption case

Former Illinois House speaker Michael Madigan sentenced to 7 1/2 years and fined $2.5 million for corruption in a landmark case against the longest-serving U.S. legislative leader.

Fox News - Technology - 12 days ago

Leaders share healthcare and efficiency hopes for AI at British-Irish Council

Irish premier Micheal Martin said he had a ‘glass half full’ approach to AI, but said it will change the nature of work.

Evening Standard - Technology - 13 days ago

'Popular Forces': Who are the Gaza gangsters being armed by Israel?

Middle East Eye takes a look at the Islamic State-linked gang that has emerged from the shadows of war in southern Gaza

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 14 days ago

North Dakota Ethics Commission Has No Authority to Punish Officials Violating Ethics Laws, State Leaders Argue

Voters created an ethics watchdog agency seven years ago. But officials keep pushing to weaken it, even as North Dakotans are filing a record number of complaints.

ProPublica - Politics - 17 days ago

Is the US losing its place as the world leader in science?

Will the double whammy of cracking down on immigrants and defunding research weaken the US as a research hub?

Aljazeera - Science - 25 days ago

BJP Notice To UP Leader Over His Viral Video With Woman At Party Office

An Uttar Pradesh BJP leader has sent a notice by the party to explain his "inappropriate" video with a woman at the district party office in Gonda, which is nearly 120 km from the state capital Lucknow.

NDTV - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Cartel Leader With $1 Million US Bounty On His Head Killed In Mexico

The US DEA had offered a $1 million reward for Figueroa, wanted for alleged federal crimes including fentanyl trafficking conspiracy, possession of machine guns and destructive devices.

NDTV - World - 1 month ago

Pope Leo greets JD Vance and other world leaders at inauguration Mass

Following Pope Leo XIV ’s inaugural Mass on Sunday morning in St. Peter’s Square and Basilica, the pontiff greeted government representatives, royalty and religious delegations.

AP News - World - 1 month ago

Ukraine's leader meets with US and European officials ahead of high-stakes Trump-Putin call

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has met with top U.S. and European officials in Rome as part of intensified diplomacy ahead of a key phone call between U.S.

AP News - World - 1 month ago

Israel's Ramadan massacre obliterates any remaining western claims of moral leadership

Israel's horrific resumption of the war on Gaza shows that no US-backed ceasefire deal is worth the paper it is printed on

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 3 months ago

This Hospital System Fought COVID, Then a Far-Right Leader. Now It's Taking on Idaho's Abortion Ban.

St. Luke’s, Idaho’s largest health system, was outspoken in defending its staff during a backlash against masks and vaccines. It also sued right-wing figure Ammon Bundy — and won. Now it’s backing its doctors on the abortion front.

ProPublica - Health - 3 months ago

Targeted Israeli facilities: US sanctions notorious Swedish gang with links to Iran

Trump administration imposes sanctions on Sweden’s Foxtrot Network and its leader, alleging Iranian intelligence collaboration in attacks on Israeli embassies and Jewish targets amid escalating Gaza war tensions

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

'He wasn't arrested for speaking up': Columbia U still rocked by arrest of campus protest leader

The arrest of a Columbia graduate heavily involved in anti-Israel protests on campus for alleged ties to Hamas, has increased tensions on a campus already grappling with destructive protests, free speech debates, and accusations of antisemitism

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

Israeli tourist to return home after brutal gang rape in India

Indian authorities arrest third suspects and pledge enhanced safety measures for tourists four days after a horrific gang rape near Sanapur Lake; Israeli victim to leave the country Monday

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

India arrests third suspect in gang rape of Israeli tourist: 'National shame'

Survivors describe night of terror, recalling threats, violence, and desperate escape; 'They were devastated, crying, with terror on their faces'

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

The gang rape of an Israeli woman and India's fight against sexual violence: 'Shocking case on International Women's Day'

Indian authorities confirm new details in the gang rape of an Israeli woman and a guesthouse owner in Karnataka region; Two suspects confessed, saying they were drunk during the attack, while a third suspect remains at large as investigations continue; State official: 'The horrific attack and rape of an Israeli citizen and a guesthouse owner are heinous crimes'

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

Israeli tourist gang raped in India; companion killed in brutal attack

Indian media says attack occurred near village of Sanapur, where assailants threw victim’s male friends into canal before assaulting her and another woman; two suspects have been arrested, while police continue searching for a third

YNET News - World - 3 months ago

Fear and Chaos Hit Military Families After Sudden Firings of Top Leaders

There is fear, chaos and sadness overwhelming military families behind the scenes. It's being driven by the sudden firing of senior military officers, officers who have demonstrated they care deeply about the community.

Military.com - Opinion - 3 months ago

They won the war. Can Syria's new leaders rebuild the country?

Officials in Syria's caretaker government were left with a state in ruins. Some fear they aren't moving fast enough to fix it

Middle East Eye - Top Stories - 4 months ago

Elon Musk to host chat with German far-right leader, adding to fears of his political meddling

Tech billionaire Elon Musk is preparing to host a live-streamed chat on his social media platform X on Thursday with a leader of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany party, amplifying conc

Washington Times - Technology - 5 months ago

Iran's supreme leader says Netanyahu should be executed

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei says arrest warrant for Israeli PM from International Criminal Court over alleged war crimes is ‘not enough’

Telegraph UK - Top Stories - 7 months ago

What's on TV tonight: Irresistible: Why We Can't Stop Eating, Britain's Shoplifting Gangs Exposed, and more

Your complete guide to the week’s television, films and sport, across terrestrial and digital platforms

Telegraph UK - Entertainment - 7 months ago

JD Vance Campaign Event With Christian Right Leaders May Have Violated Tax and Election Laws, Experts Say

Ziklag and the Courage Tour, the far-right groups that hosted the Republican vice-presidential nominee, are charities that can’t legally intervene in political campaigns.

ProPublica - Politics - 8 months ago

Neo-Nazi Telegram Users Panic Amid Crackdown and Arrest of Alleged Leaders of Online Extremist Group

An analysis by ProPublica and FRONTLINE shows a surge in activity on Telegram channels aligned with the Terrorgram Collective, as allies tried to rally support for their comrades in custody and sought to oust users they believed to be federal agents.

ProPublica - Technology - 9 months ago

After Nike Leaders Promised Climate Action, Their Corporate Jets Kept Flying — and Polluting

Nike has staked a claim as a corporate leader on sustainability. Yet company disclosures show that its jets emitted almost 20% more carbon dioxide last year than in 2015. It’s one small factor in Nike’s failure to slash emissions as promised.

ProPublica - Environment - 10 months ago