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CoinDeskbusiness2 hrs ago
Taiko Halts Ethereum Layer-2 Network After $1.7 Million Bridge Exploit, Later Says Issue Contained
Taiko stopped block production on June 22, 2026, after an attacker forged withdrawal proofs to drain about $1.7 million from its bridge and token vault. The team urged users to withdraw funds and asked exchanges to suspend TAIKO deposits. CoinDesk reported the exploit was contain…
theweek.comworld4 hrs ago
Troops Block Escape Routes at Oyo National Park but 46 Hostages Remain Held
Security forces have blocked escape routes and surrounded a forest hideout holding 46 abducted schoolchildren and teachers. The May 15 incident in Oriire Local Government Area has seen terrorists reduce demands to focus on ransom.
jpost.comworld4 hrs ago
Former Israeli Security Chief Evacuated From UAE Conference Over Iranian Threat
Ronen Bar left a UAE security conference after receiving a warning of a possible Iranian-directed attack. He had attended the event with his wife.
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citizen.co.zaworld16 hrs ago
Self-Service eGates Debut at Three U.S. Airports Ahead of Juneteenth Travel Peak
TSA rolled out AutoCAT eGates at Charlotte Douglas, Los Angeles International, and Reagan National airports to speed ID checks for PreCheck and Touchless ID passengers during the holiday rush.
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middleeasteye.networld16 hrs ago
IDF Lifts Security Restrictions on Eight Lebanon Border Communities June 22
The Home Front Command will restore full activity levels at 6 a.m. Monday in Safsufa, Meron, Or HaGanuz, Bar Yochai, Yesud HaMa’ala, Kisra-Sumei, Beit Jann, and Sde Eliezer. The move follows a U.S.-Iranian ceasefire agreement that included Lebanon.
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foxnews.compolitics16 hrs ago
Netanyahu Claims Israeli Strikes Blocked Iran Nuclear Threat
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told a Jerusalem policy summit that two named operations destroyed Iran's nuclear infrastructure and killed 20 scientists. He also described strikes on missile and regime targets plus new security zones in Gaza, Syria and Lebanon.
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Fox Newspolitics16 hrs ago
Israel's UN ambassador warns of Iranian influence in Lebanon as U.S. plans talks with Iran
Danny Danon said Iran is trying to sabotage Israel-Lebanon negotiations and vowed retaliation if Hezbollah attacks. U.S. diplomats including Vice President JD Vance are preparing for peace talks in Switzerland.
propakistani.pkpolitics18 hrs ago
Qatar PM Calls Burgenstock MoU a Turning Point at Switzerland Meeting
Qatar’s prime minister addressed a high-level gathering in Burgenstock, Switzerland, hours after an MoU was signed earlier in the week. The remarks came as U.S.-Iran talks continued and a Lebanon ceasefire remained in force.
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swissinfo.chworld18 hrs ago
Qatar PM Hails MoU at Switzerland Meeting as Regional Turning Point
@AJEnglish reported that Qatar’s prime minister addressed a high-level meeting in Burgenstock, Switzerland, after an MoU was signed earlier in the week. Iranian and U.S. negotiators also discussed frozen assets and oil sanctions relief.
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msnbc.comworld1 day ago
Iraq government seeks to disarm Iran-linked armed groups
Iraqi officials are working to bring Iran-linked armed groups under state control by disarming factions and integrating them into official forces. Some groups support the plan while others resist amid reported U.S. pressure on Baghdad.
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oneindia.comworld1 day ago
Millions Resit India's Medical Entrance Exam Under Heightened Security
Nearly 2.28 million students resat the NEET-UG exam on Sunday after the original May paper was cancelled over leak allegations. The National Testing Agency deployed more than 1.3 million cameras, 51,311 jammers and nearly 39,000 frisking staff across 5,440 centres.
newsbtc.comfinance1 day ago
Attacker drains over $7.5 million from Ethereum MEV address jaredfromsubway.eth
An attacker drained more than $7.5 million from the Ethereum address jaredfromsubway.eth by tricking the bot into approving fake trading routes. The incident occurred on or around June 20, 2026.
riotimesonline.compolitics1 day ago
Colombia Holds Presidential Runoff Between Leftist and Conservative Candidates
@BBCWorld reported that forced displacement rose 300 percent between 2024 and 2025, with illegal armed groups doubling membership in five years ahead of the presidential runoff.
ukdefencejournal.org.ukworld1 day ago
Counter-terrorism officers investigate attacks in Edinburgh after five injured
Scottish counter-terrorism officers are investigating a series of violent attacks across Edinburgh that left five men injured. Three victims were hospitalized for non-life-threatening injuries. A 36-year-old Scottish man was arrested following threats, robbery, and vandalism.
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middleeasteye.networld2 days ago
Hezbollah Official Says Group Will Block Israeli Movement in Lebanon
A senior Hezbollah official stated the group will prevent Israeli forces from moving freely in Lebanon as long as Israeli troops remain in Lebanese territory. The statement was reported by Reuters.
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mondoweiss.netfinance2 days ago
Hezbollah Says It Will Block Israeli Movement in Disputed Border Areas
A senior Hezbollah official stated the group will prevent Israeli forces from moving freely inside territory it describes as occupied Lebanese land. The statement follows earlier cross-border clashes and adds to ongoing tensions along the frontier.
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gamereactor.euworld2 days ago
Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez Unharmed After Explosion Near Mining Zone
Security forces removed President Laura Fernandez from a mining-area tour on June 19, 2026, after a loud blast near an illegal mining zone. She was unharmed.
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nypost.compolitics2 days ago
Russian President Appears in Kazan After Reduced Public Schedule
The Russian president greeted a crowd outside a church in Kazan this week, his first street encounter in nearly a year. Security personnel were recorded referring to the assembled people as extras before the walkabout.
indiatoday.intoday.inpolitics2 days ago
Western officials report Russian sabotage campaign in Europe
Western officials stated that Russia is conducting sabotage operations in European countries that support Ukraine. The claims involve arson and other disruptive acts.
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British Court Sentences Two Men for Arson Attacks on Starmer-Linked Properties
A London court sentenced Ukrainian national Roman Lavrynovych to seven years and Romanian citizen Stanislav Carpiuc to two years for conspiracy to damage property by fire in attacks ordered via Telegram.
naturalnews.comfinance2 days ago
Israeli Forces Strike Hezbollah Targets in Southern Lebanon
The Israeli military said it is striking Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon and will keep forces in a buffer zone while threats to Israeli citizens persist.
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france24.compolitics3 days ago
Ivory Coast Army Begins Patrols on Burkina Faso Border After Negotiations
France 24 accompanied Ivorian troops after months of negotiations. The patrol followed repeated VDP crossings and territorial claims along the poorly defined frontier.
middleeasteye.networld3 days ago
Iran closes Strait of Hormuz until U.S. and Israel meet withdrawal conditions; some vessels resume transit after deal
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps Navy closed the Strait of Hormuz and warned vessels not to approach until Israel withdraws from southern Lebanon and U.S. forces leave the Persian Gulf.
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Los Angeles Timesworld2 days ago
Gunmen Attack Niger Airport, Killing 11 Soldiers and Two Civilians
Attackers struck Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey on Thursday. JNIM said it carried out the assault, the second at the facility this year.
citizen.co.zaworld3 days ago
Al-Shabaab Advances in South-Central Somalia as Federal Authority Weakens
The group has retaken at least five districts and operates checkpoints near Mogadishu. Federal government roadblocks collect irregular bribes while al-Shabaab maintains published tax schedules and dispute courts.
abcnews.go.comworld3 days ago
Niger Forces Repel JNIM Attack on Niamey Airport, Killing 22 Assailants; 13 Others Die
Thirty-five people died when gunmen struck Diori Hamani International Airport in Niamey on Thursday. The attack is the second on the facility in less than five months.
middleeasteye.netpolitics3 days ago
President Says Complete Ceasefire Expected With Hezbollah
The president stated on social media that a full ceasefire is expected across all fronts, including Lebanon and Israel. Markets reacted positively as oil prices fell and stocks rose.
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brobible.compolitics4 days ago
Administration Tells Court Alleged UFC Plot Supports White House Ballroom Construction
The Trump administration told a federal appeals court that an alleged plot to attack a UFC event supports building a new White House ballroom. A lower court had previously ruled the project requires congressional approval.
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hrw.orgpolitics4 days ago
U.S. President Comments on Iran School Attack at G7 Summit
U.S. President stated that the attack killing 165 people at a girls’ school in southern Iran’s Minab was not intentional. The remarks came during the G7 summit when the president was asked about the incident.
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warontherocks.comworld4 days agoUpdated
UK Maritime Trade Operations Center Issues Advisory After Vessel Attack Near Aden
Two armed skiffs approached a vessel 105 nautical miles northeast of Aden, Yemen. The vessel's security team returned fire, and the skiffs disengaged.
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jpost.compolitics4 days ago
Knesset Grants Immunity to Lawmaker in 61-48 Vote
Israel's parliament approved immunity for a Likud party lawmaker in a 61 to 48 vote. The decision stops prosecution over allegations that the lawmaker exposed the identity of a Shin Bet officer.
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france24.comworld4 days ago
French Security Services to Replace Palantir Software with ChapsVision System
French security services will gradually replace software from the U.S. firm Palantir with a domestic alternative from ChapsVision. The switch affects tools used since the 2015 terrorist attacks and involves technical migration challenges.
realitytea.comworld4 days ago
Prince Harry and Meghan Plan UK Visit With Children Next Month
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex will bring their two children to the United Kingdom next month for the first time in four years. The trip coincides with the one-year mark before the next Invictus Games.
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The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics5 days ago
Accused ISIS Bride Refused Bail Over Community Safety Concerns
An accused ISIS bride was refused bail by a magistrate who determined she posed an unacceptable risk to the community. The decision follows standard legal procedures for assessing public safety in such cases.
vanguardngr.comworld5 days ago
Nigerian Navy Finds Concealed Crude Oil Site, Seizes 17,000 Litres
The Nigerian Navy located a hidden crude oil storage site in the Niger Delta and recovered about 17,000 litres of suspected stolen crude. Officials said the site had been concealed with vegetation and other materials to avoid detection.
The Sydney Morning Heraldpolitics5 days ago
National Press Club Refers GetUp Banner Incident to Australian Federal Police
The National Press Club referred footage of a banner unfurled behind Pauline Hanson to the Australian Federal Police. One Nation said the incident compromised Hanson's safety during her speech.
France 24world5 days ago
UN Chief Visits Haiti as Gangs Displace Residents
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres traveled to Haiti on Tuesday as gang violence continues to drive a humanitarian crisis. More than 1.5 million people have been displaced and over 2,300 killed this year.
deccanchronicle.compolitics5 days ago
U.S. envoy meets Iraq prime minister in Baghdad on security and economic issues
U.S. envoy Tom Barrack held talks with Iraq's prime minister in Baghdad. The discussions covered security cooperation, militias, and economic ties.
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indianexpress.comworld6 days ago
Nigerian Army rescues widow after retired general dies in captivity
Troops recovered Amina Abubakar after her husband, retired Maj Gen Rabe Abubakar, died while held by kidnappers in Katsina state. She is receiving treatment in a military hospital.
tass.comworld6 days ago
Troops Intercept Six Men Who Escaped Captivity in Zamfara State
Nigerian soldiers intercepted six men who escaped captivity during operations in Bukuyyum Local Government Area. The victims had spent several months held by captors before fleeing.
jns.orgpolitics4 days ago
Israel Says Strikes Prevented Iranian Nuclear Weapons; Netanyahu Vows Continued Presence in Security Zones
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the weeks-long campaign against Iran saved Israel from nuclear annihilation but warned the struggle continues. He pledged to keep security zones in place as long as needed.
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politics6 days ago
US-Iran Ceasefire Signed Electronically, Formal Ceremony Set for Geneva Friday
The agreement reopens the Strait of Hormuz and starts 60 days of talks on Iran's nuclear program. Details remain limited ahead of the official signing.
israelnationalnews.compolitics6 days ago
Israeli Finance Minister Says Israel Will Seek to Topple Iranian Regime
The Israeli finance minister stated that Israel will use all available tools to remove the Iranian government. The statement follows a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement that Israeli officials have described as unfavorable.
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news.sky.comworld7 days ago
Somali Forces Kill 14 Al-Shabaab Fighters in Lower Shabelle Raid
Elite commandos struck a militant gathering site in Kuntuwaarey district on Monday. The Ministry of Defence said weapons and explosives were destroyed.
winnipegfreepress.comsports4 days ago
Three Opening Ceremonies Held as 2026 World Cup Begins Across North America
Shakira, Katy Perry and Alanis Morissette headlined separate ceremonies in Mexico City, Los Angeles and Toronto as the expanded 48-team tournament began.
thesouthafrican.comworld7 days ago
200-Kilogram Cocaine Shipment Detected at Roberts International Airport After Weight Check
Documents and interviews show the six-container load passed security screening before discrepancies were found during a June 9 weight check.
france24.comworld7 days ago
Troops Begin Operation Clean Sweep III in Katsina After Retired General's Killing
Nigerian forces began a new offensive on June 14 targeting terrorist and bandit groups in Matazu Local Government Area and nearby communities after the killing of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar.
vanguardngr.comworld7 days ago
Suspected Insurgents Kill 20 in Kebbi Village Attack
At least 20 people died and scores were injured when suspected Lakurawa insurgents struck Fasken Rafi village in Kebbi State on Sunday. State officials sent a delegation to assess damage and pledged additional security forces.
khaama.compolitics7 days ago
Israeli ministers reject terms of upcoming U.S.-Iran ceasefire covering Lebanon
Several Israeli ministers said a planned U.S.-Iran ceasefire does not bind Israel and called for full dismantling of Hezbollah. The statements come ahead of the agreement's expected finalization.
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msnbc.comai4 days ago
Russia Temporarily Disconnects AI Surveillance System Protecting Putin After US-Israeli Killing of Iran’s Leader
Russia’s security services shut down parts of an AI surveillance system guarding President Putin and his aides following the February 28 assassination of Iran’s supreme leader.
rt.comworld7 days ago
Retired Nigerian General Dies in Bandit Captivity After Two Weeks
Major General Rabe Abubakar died from diabetes and hypertension complications while held by bandits in Katsina State. The Defence Headquarters said it had intensified operations against terrorist networks following the incident.
thehindu.compolitics7 days ago
Iran Halts Planned Strike on Israel After U.S. Discussions
Iran decided against a retaliatory strike on Israel following talks involving U.S. officials. The decision came amid concerns that military action could affect ongoing negotiations.
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news.google.comfinance4 days ago
Pakistan PM Says US-Iran Deal Finalized, Signing Set for June 19
Pakistan's prime minister announced the agreement and said mediators will arrange talks this week. A signing ceremony is scheduled for Friday in Switzerland.
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Fox Newsworld7 days ago
Iran Schedules July Funeral for Former Supreme Leader
Iranian state media announced a multi-day state funeral for the late Supreme Leader scheduled from July 4 to July 9. The event follows a reported peace deal between Iran and the United States.
France 24world7 days ago
Police Complete Security Sweep in Switzerland as Protesters Confront Officers Near G7 Summit
Police conducted a security sweep in Geneva as demonstrators protested the G7 summit taking place across the border in France.
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news.sky.compolitics7 days ago
Trump Plans to Challenge Starmer on Migration as 50,000 Protest G7 in Geneva
White House sources say the president will raise immigration when leaders gather in Évian this week. The three-day meeting begins Monday after a one-day postponement.
New York Postpolitics7 days ago
Geneva Readies Security Measures Ahead of G7 Summit and Planned Protest
Swiss and French authorities closed 27 border crossings and deployed military units ahead of the three-day summit that begins Monday.
rte.iesports7 days ago
U.S. Officials Bar Referee From Entering Country for 2026 World Cup
Immigration authorities rejected a referee's diplomatic passport and visa, leading to an 11-hour interrogation and return flight. FIFA kept the referee on the officiating roster and paid the full tournament fee.
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France 24world7 days agoUpdated
G7 Summit Set to Open in Evian-les-Bains
Swiss and French authorities deployed thousands of security personnel and closed most border crossings ahead of the three-day meeting. Demonstrators organized by the No-G7 coalition marched Sunday to oppose the gathering.
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The Guardianpolitics6 days agoUpdated
U.S. and Venezuelan forces kill Tren de Aragua leader in joint strike
President Trump said the June 12 operation targeted the Venezuelan gang leader also known as Niño Guerrero. Venezuela’s information ministry confirmed clashes during the raid.