Europe to be excluded from Russia-Ukraine peace talks, US envoy confirms

Trump has repeatedly said he averted a nuclear war, saved millions of lives – and grumbled that he got no credit for it.Pakistan has nominated President Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize, crediting him with mediating a ceasefire that ended a four-day conflict with India. While some praise his diplomatic role, others criticize his support for Israel amid ongoing tensions in the region, questioning the sincerity of the nomination. Need More Context? 🔎

Fatemah, who lost her father to the Taliban at six, pursued education and worked with international organizations in Afghanistan. After the Taliban's resurgence in 2021, she and her husband Zakir applied for the UK’s Afghan Relocations scheme, leading to an emotional farewell to her family before relocating to the UK with their two sons. Need More Context? 🔎

Natasha Hausdorff, a British barrister and expert in international law, warns that media disinformation is distorting perceptions of the Gaza conflict and jeopardizing Jewish safety. She advocates for the legal principle of uti possidetis juris to assert Israel's territorial claims and criticizes media bias that amplifies Hamas propaganda while ignoring nuanced accounts from Israeli sources. Need More Context? 🔎

Rhode Island's Democratic-controlled state House has passed legislation to ban the sale and manufacturing of many semiautomatic rifles, pending approval from Governor Dan McKee, who supports the ban. While gun control advocates argue this is a necessary step, critics claim it burdens law-abiding citizens and may face constitutional challenges in the Supreme Court. Need More Context? 🔎

Lotto Powerball's $30 million draw has produced two new millionaires, each winning $15 million. Additionally, they will share $83,000 as part of the First Division pool, with the winning numbers being 11, 35, 3, 20, 19, 27, the bonus ball 31, and Powerball 7. Need More Context? 🔎

Gilan, Iran – On June 13, 2025, Israeli airstrikes targeted Tehran and other areas in Iran, resulting in significant civilian casualties and destruction, including the deaths of military leaders and nuclear scientists. In response, Iran launched retaliatory missile strikes against Israel, leading to widespread panic and evacuations as the conflict escalated, prompting families to flee the capital amidst ongoing explosions. Need More Context? 🔎