Tuesday, June 10
In Costa Rica, prison guards intercepted a black-and-white cat attempting to smuggle drugs into Pococí prison. The feline was carrying over 230 grams of marijuana and 67 grams of crack cocaine taped to its body. Authorities believe the drugs were intended for inmates, and the cat has since been handed over to animal health services for care after its capture.
A US Army helicopter briefly lost contact with air traffic controllers near the Pentagon. This incident forced two commercial jets to abort their landings at a Washington airport. The communication loss occurred due to a misplaced antenna. The Army has paused Pentagon flights to address safety concerns. This follows previous close calls and a deadly mid-air collision earlier this year.
Following the Pahalgam terror attack and India's 'Operation Sindoor,' a dispute arose over whether a US-brokered ceasefire occurred between India and Pakistan. While Trump claimed US mediation, India asserted its military response to terrorism dictated the ceasefire terms. Despite Trump's pronouncements, analysts suggest India's strategic clarity, not US diplomacy, ended the conflict.
Emmanuel Macron's Southeast Asia tour aims to position France as a reliable alternative to the US and China, emphasizing respect for Asian sovereignty. He will promote French expertise in civil nuclear power in Vietnam and Indonesia, while advocating for fair trade practices and addressing regional security concerns.
Former President Joe Biden, recently diagnosed with prostate cancer, made a public appearance at his grandson Robert Hunter Biden II's high school graduation in Connecticut. The family, including Jill and Ashley Biden, celebrated the milestone.
Russia launched its most extensive aerial assault on Ukraine since the war's onset, targeting over 30 cities and villages with missiles and drones, resulting in casualties and widespread damage. The attacks coincided with Kyiv Day, intensifying the tragedy. Despite the ongoing conflict, Russia and Ukraine conducted a significant prisoner exchange, offering a glimmer of hope amid stalled ceasefire efforts.
A US federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of a Guatemalan man, OCG, deported to Mexico despite fears of persecution. Judge Brian Murphy criticized the deportation as lacking due process, highlighting OCG's prior kidnapping and rape in Mexico.
Donald Trump delivered a politically charged commencement speech at West Point, praising the graduating cadets and claiming credit for rebuilding the military. He reaffirmed his "America First" doctrine, condemned past administrations' military involvements, and repeated claims about the 2020 and 2024 elections.
Imprisoned former Prime Minister Imran Khan has rejected negotiations with Pakistan's current civilian government, deeming them powerless. He insists on talks only with the military establishment, whom he believes hold the true authority, solely in the nation's interest.
