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CNN: U.S. Strike On Iran Could Open Pandora's Box
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Trump is increasingly leaning toward using U.S. military assets. US President Donald Trump may be increasingly inclined to join Israel's war on Iran with a possible strike on the country's key nuclear facilities and is becoming disillusioned with...
Iran's supreme leader warns U.S. against military involvement amid Israeli strikes
WJSU - Alabama
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran's supreme leader on Wednesday rejected U.S. calls for surrender in the face of more Israeli strikes and warned that any military involvement by the Americans would cause "irreparable damage to them." The...
The U.S. Has Never Been a Bigger Target for Terrorism | Opinion
Newsweek
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June 19, 2025
In 1941, the Japanese high command was considering launching a surprise attack on the United States. Their top commander, Admiral Yamamoto Isoroku, handed them a plan for a crippling strike on Pearl Harbor. But it came with an ominous warning: "In...
New U.S. guidelines make social media screening mandatory for student visas
Khabarhub
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June 19, 2025
US President Donald Trump/File photo WASHINGTON D.C.: The United States has introduced a new policy requiring international student visa applicants to undergo interviews and disclose their social media details as part of a broader effort to...
Hezbollah Warns U.S.: Threats against Khamenei Could Have Consequences
teleSUR
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June 19, 2025
The resistance group Hezbollah spoke out against U.S. intimidation directed at Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, amid escalating tensions between Tel Aviv and Tehran. Hezbollah stands with Ayatollah Ali Khamenei after U.S. President...
Russia Issues Warning to U.S.: Do Not Attack Iran – Could It Deter Washington?
Sarajevo Times
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June 19, 2025
Russia is discouraging the United States (U.S.) from attacking Iran because such an action would radically destabilize the Middle East, said Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov on Wednesday, and Moscow assesses that Israel’s attacks...
Vinson among U.S. military assets at the ready as conflict continues in Middle East
Mission Valley News - California
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June 19, 2025
The USS Carl Vinson underway in the Pacific Ocean in May 2024. (File photo courtesy of the Navy) The U.S. is shifting military aircraft and warships into and around the Middle East to protect Israel from Iranian attacks as President Donald Trump...
Israel’s Fortitude, Immigration Policy and U.S. Army Celebration
The Independent - California
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Israel defeating Iran is a gift to free world, and is essential for regional stability and the security of Western allies. Iran has been the primary sponsor of terrorism for the past 46 years, threatening Israel, the U.S. and other countries....
The U.S. Needs a Polite Way to Usher Politicians Out
The Atlantic
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June 19, 2025
Last week, something happened that is extremely rare in Washington, D.C., but completely normal outside of it: People openly described an octogenarian as frail and overdue for retirement. The subject of discussion was Eleanor Holmes Norton, the...
Tensions flare as agents arrest another U.S. citizen for interfering in immigration arrests
Los Angeles Times
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June 19, 2025
A 20-year-old Walmart employee, Adrian Martinez, was returning from break on Tuesday when he saw Border Patrol agents taking a worker cleaning the shopping center parking lot in Pico Rivera. He jumped out of the car and wheeled the man’s trash can...
Deterrence or action? U.S. faces hard choice in Israel-Iran conflict
CGTN
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The Israel-Iran conflict has entered its seventh day with no signs of de-escalation. What began on June 13 with Israel's massive airstrike against Iranian nuclear and military facilities has now triggered a volatile tit-for-tat cycle, with Iran...
Japan's Nippon Steel Finalizes Major U.S. Steel Deal
MENAFN
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June 19, 2025
(MENAFN) Media has reported that Japan’s largest steelmaker, Nippon Steel, finalized its $14.1 billion purchase of US Steel on Wednesday, concluding a protracted 18-month negotiation process. As part of the agreement, Nippon Steel will take full...
Ted Cruz discusses U.S.-Iran relations and introduces TERMS Act targeting Big Tech
Austin News - Texas
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June 18, 2025
Senator Ted Cruz, a prominent political figure, recently shared his perspectives on foreign policy and domestic legislative efforts through a series of tweets. His remarks touched upon President Trump's stance on Iran's nuclear program and his own...
Iran launches heavy attack on Israel, as U.S. public opinion opposes war
5Pillars
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June 19, 2025
Iranian armed forces unleashed a barrage of strategic missiles and drones on Israel last night, injuring at least 84 people with six in a serious condition. According to reports, at least 50 ballistic missiles, including those being used for the...
Liberia: President Boakai Sets Up Special Taskforce to Address Potential U.S. Travel Ban
Front Page Africa
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June 19, 2025
The Executive Mansion says President Boakai has already chaired the first meeting of the special taskforce. Credit: Executive Mansion. President Boakai has set up a special committee to investigate growing concerns of a possible US travel ban on...
WSJ: Trump Has Approved A Plan For A U.S. Attack On Iran
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Photo: navy.mil But he didn't give the final order. US President Donald Trump has approved a plan to attack Iran. But is refraining from implementing it for now. It was reported by The Wall Street Journal. Sources said Trump told senior aides...
Does Payment For Transponder Services Constitute 'Royalty' U/S 9(1)(vi) Of Income Tax Act? Bombay High Court Asks CIT To Decide
Live Law
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June 19, 2025
The Bombay High Court has asked the Commissioner of Income Tax to decide whether payment for transponder services constitutes 'royalty' under Section 9(1)(Vi) of Income Tax Act. The Division Bench of Justices M.S. Sonak and Jitendra Jain observed...
Kindergarten teacher, students go viral, make late-night TV in the U.S.
Medicine Hat News
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June 19, 2025
By MEDICINE HAT NEWS on June 19, 2025. newsdesk@medicinehatnews.com A heartwarming viral video of a local kindergarten teacher connecting with her students has been seen by more than 86 million people on Instagram, with more than three million...
Transatlantic Airfare Drops as Fewer Europeans Travel to U.S.
To Vima
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June 19, 2025
Airfares across the Atlantic have fallen back to pre-pandemic levels as a sharp drop in European travel to the United States continues into the peak summer season. Analysts and aviation industry data point to declining demand from Western Europe,...
Donald Trump Urges U.S. House to Send the GENIUS Act to His Desk “ASAP”
Coingape
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June 19, 2025
President Donald Trump has praised the U.S. Senate for passing the GENIUS Act, calling it a step in the right direction for U.S. digital asset dominance. He is now turning his attention to the House of Representatives, pushing for a...