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Britain Gets New PM As Burnham Vows Tougher Israel Stance
Britain Gets New PM As Burnham Vows Tougher Israel Stance

Andy Burnham became Britain’s new prime minister on Monday, replacing Keir Starmer after a Labour Party revolt and vowing a tougher approach toward Israel as part of an agenda that also includes sweeping economic reforms and devolving power from Westminster.

Oil Surges As US Expands Iran Strikes While Tehran Executes Protesters
Oil Surges As US Expands Iran Strikes While Tehran Executes Protesters

A gallon of regular gasoline in the United States climbed to about $4 and benchmark Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel Monday, further fueling a global energy crisis after the United States launched fresh airstrikes against Iran following the death of another American service member, while Tehran executed at least two more anti-government protesters.

Spain’s World Cup Triumph Overshadowed By Deadly Wildfires
Spain’s World Cup Triumph Overshadowed By Deadly Wildfires

Spain’s celebrations after winning the FIFA World Cup in the United States were overshadowed Monday by deadly wildfires that continued to rage across large parts of the country.

Hungary’s PM Taps Chess Giant Judit Polgár For President As Outgoing Leader Denounces Constitutional Changes
Hungary’s PM Taps Chess Giant Judit Polgár For President As Outgoing Leader Denounces Constitutional Changes

Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar says he will ask legendary chess grandmaster Judit Polgár to become Hungary’s next president.

U.S. Pounds Iranian Military Sites for Ninth Straight Night as Israel Raises Readiness
U.S. Pounds Iranian Military Sites for Ninth Straight Night as Israel Raises Readiness

The United States unleashed another three-hour wave of strikes against Iranian military targets Sunday evening, marking the ninth consecutive night of American attacks as the Pentagon seeks to cripple Tehran’s ability to threaten international shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

5.5 Quake Hits Peru, Killing Several And Damaging Church
5.5 Quake Hits Peru, Killing Several And Damaging Church

A magnitude 5.5 earthquake shook Peru’s central Andes region, killing at least five people, injuring more than 20 others, and damaging numerous buildings, including a church and convent, authorities said Sunday.

Hungary’s President Seals Fate By Signing Amendment Ending Own Presidency
Hungary’s President Seals Fate By Signing Amendment Ending Own Presidency

Hungary’s President Tamás Sulyok sealed his fate late Saturday by signing a constitutional amendment that will prematurely end his presidency after months of relentless pressure from Prime Minister Péter Magyar.

Turkey Considers Sending Russian S-400 System to UAE to Unlock F-35 Deal
Turkey Considers Sending Russian S-400 System to UAE to Unlock F-35 Deal

Turkey is discussing the possible transfer of its Russian-made S-400 air-defense system to the United Arab Emirates in an effort to regain access to America’s advanced F-35 fighter jet program, The Wall Street Journal reported.

U.S. Strikes Iran for Eighth Straight Night After Deadly Attack on American Troops
U.S. Strikes Iran for Eighth Straight Night After Deadly Attack on American Troops

The United States completed an eighth consecutive night of military strikes against Iran after an Iranian attack killed two American service members in Jordan and left another missing, U.S. Central Command said.

Russia And Ukraine Trade Deadly Strikes As Civilians Continue To Suffer (Worthy News Radio)
Russia And Ukraine Trade Deadly Strikes As Civilians Continue To Suffer (Worthy News Radio)

The human cost of the war between Russia and Ukraine continued on Saturday as Ukrainian drone strikes inside Russia and renewed Russian attacks on Ukraine left more civilians dead and injured.

Germany Warns Of Imminent Attack Risk Amid Train Violence
Germany Warns Of Imminent Attack Risk Amid Train Violence

Germany’s interior minister has warned of a heightened security threat, saying attacks could be imminent, as Europe’s largest economy remains on edge over terrorism and violent attacks targeting critical infrastructure.

Uganda Halts School Trips After Bus Crash Kills 20 Pupils
Uganda Halts School Trips After Bus Crash Kills 20 Pupils

Uganda suspended all school trips “until further notice” Friday after a school bus crash killed 20 pupils and one adult overnight. The decision came as Uganda mourned one of its deadliest school transport tragedies in recent years.

Andy Burnham Set To Become Britain’s New Prime Minister Monday
Andy Burnham Set To Become Britain’s New Prime Minister Monday

Britain’s governing Labour Party has elected Andy Burnham as its new leader, clearing the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as prime minister on Monday.

Ukraine Protesters Demand Army Chief’s Ouster As Russian Strikes Kill Civilians
Ukraine Protesters Demand Army Chief’s Ouster As Russian Strikes Kill Civilians

Protesters in Kyiv called for the dismissal of Ukraine’s commander-in-chief, Oleksandr Syrskyi, after a new round of deadly Russian strikes and President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s removal of a popular defense minister sparked outrage.

Trump Administration Designates Juárez Cartel, Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations
Trump Administration Designates Juárez Cartel, Los Viagras as Foreign Terrorist Organizations

The Trump administration has formally designated the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as foreign terrorist organizations, expanding the federal government’s effort to dismantle criminal networks accused of flooding American communities with illegal drugs and terrorizing populations on both sides of the southern border.