Monday, June 16
Donald Trump called for strict sanctions against Iran. He expressed hope for a nuclear agreement during a summit with Gulf Arab leaders in Riyadh. Trump conditioned any deal on Iran ceasing terror sponsorship and halting nuclear weapons pursuit. The US has already imposed sanctions on entities linked to Iran's oil and nuclear sectors.
French President Emmanuel Macron has expressed openness to discussing the deployment of France's nuclear weapons in Europe, under specific conditions including maintaining full control and not substituting the US nuclear guarantee. Several European nations, including Germany and Poland, have shown interest amid concerns about Russian aggression and the reliability of US commitment.
Sussan Ley has been nominated as the leader of the Liberal party, marking a historic moment as Australia's first female opposition leader. Replacing Peter Dutton after his electoral defeat, Ley, a former stock mustering pilot with 20 years in politics, aims to modernize the party and address the concerns of neglected Australians, particularly women and younger generations. She defeated Angus Taylor by four votes.
The Trump administration has revoked Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Afghan nationals, citing improved conditions in Taliban-ruled Afghanistan. This decision, impacting thousands who fled after the 2021 U.S. withdrawal, ends on July 12. Critics decry the move as reckless, pointing to ongoing humanitarian crises and persecution.
In New Mexico, a tense standoff involving two young boys, aged 7 and 9, armed with a loaded handgun was safely resolved by the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office. Drone footage revealed deputies negotiating with the children, who were passing the weapon back and forth. Sheriff John Allen credited the drone for providing crucial aerial perspective.
A report reveals the Trump administration spent over $21 million on military flights to transport migrants to Guantanamo Bay as part of 'Operation Southern Guard.' Senator Warren criticized the operation as an abuse of power and a waste of military resources.
New York attorney general Letitia James is facing criticism over her proposed FAIR Business Practices Act, which aims to combat consumer scams. Business groups warn the bill could lead to frivolous lawsuits and legal shakedowns of small businesses, while James defends it as crucial for protecting New Yorkers from fraud amid reduced federal enforcement.
