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Zack Polanski cleared by ethics inquiry over council tax payment complaint

Labour and Tories claimed Green party leader breached London assembly ethics code over non-payment of taxZack Polanski has been cleared by an ethics inquiry looking into complaints that he did not pay council tax while living on a houseboat.A report by the Greater London authority’s monitoring officer found that the circumstances of the Green party leader’s living arrangements were beyond its scope and he had therefore not breached the code of conduct for London assembly members. Continue readin...

1,000 drones & cruise missiles: Ukraine launches largest attack against Russia

Moscow faced its largest Ukrainian drone assault, with nearly 200 unmanned aerial vehicles targeting the capital, causing fires and flight disruptions. Russia claimed to have intercepted almost 1,000 drones nationwide. Kyiv framed the strikes as retaliation and a warning, highlighting its growing long-range capabilities and aiming to pressure Moscow towards diplomacy.

'Jai shri ram, ho gya kaam': BJP MLA as cross-voting costs Cong RS seat in Jharkhand

In the polls that witnessed cross-voting, Nathwani polled 28 votes, comfortably bypassing Congress's Pranav, who bagged 20 votes. The ruling Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) candidate Baidyanath Ram was elected to the other seat. Ram received 30 votes in the election, while three votes, two from the BJP and one from the Congress, were found invalid, the official told news agency PTI.

What the US-Iran deal means for West Asian security and Pakistan

The US and Iran have agreed to a basic framework. Whether this formal consensus translates into a concrete agreement is an open question. While Iran has officially declared the end of the war, Israel insists “our struggle has not yet ended”. Between these two statements lies all the space the spoilers need. The ceasefire was made possible by pragmatists. It will be threatened by apocalypticists. In Washington and Jerusalem, there are people at the helm of affairs who do not read this war as a se...

Spy world panic as Tulsi Gabbard prepares to unleash bombshell file dumps on secret CIA 'mind control' project and Dr. Fauci

Spy world panic as Tulsi Gabbard prepares to unleash bombshell file dumps on secret CIA 'mind control' project and Dr. FauciSign up HERE to our DC Insider newsletter See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy CHARLIE SPIERING, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 14:15, 18 June 2026 | Updated: 14:15, 18 June 2026 e-mail View comments

Israeli FM says he is severing 'all contact' with EU foreign policy chief

European Union (EU) High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas and Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar exchanged words on X after Kallas reportedly compared Israel’s treatment of Palestinians in the West Bank and Gaza to South Africa’s apartheid-era policies. Saar said he was severing “all contact” with the EU official after Kallas posted that the EU remains committed to a constructive relationship with Israel. In a post on X addressed to Saar, the EU’s top diplomat...

Israeli attacks on southern Lebanon kill three despite US-Iran deal

Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon continue in spite of a US-Iran deal that would mean ceasing military operations.

US-Iran ink MoU, real test begins now: A defiant Israel can still derail peace efforts

A new US-Iran deal, brokered by Pakistan, aims to end a costly war and reopen vital sea lanes. The 'Islamabad MOU' includes lifting sanctions and withdrawing US forces, while Iran reopens the Strait of Hormuz. However, analysts warn the pact is fragile, with Israel's non-participation posing a significant risk to its success and a lasting peace.

'Responsible states work within a framework rather than abondoning' them: Dar on Indus Waters Treaty

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said on Thursday that, regarding the Indus Waters Treaty (IWT), responsible states act “within established legal frameworks” rather than abandoning them. “The treaty envisages the peaceful resolution of disputes within its own framework,” he said in a recorded keynote address at a seminar on water resources, also noting that Pakistan had previously voiced concerns over “certain actions by India” under the treaty....

'Ringleader' of alleged UFC drone attack to kill Trump is unmasked as illegal migrant who was granted DACA stay under Obama

'Ringleader' of alleged UFC drone attack to kill Trump is unmasked as illegal migrant who was granted DACA stay under ObamaSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JOE HUTCHISON, US SENIOR NEWS REPORTER Published: 13:53, 18 June 2026 | Updated: 13:54, 18 June 2026 e-mail View comments

Pentagon chief announces review of US forces in Europe, slams NATO allies

Pete Hegseth says the review would last for up to six months and include consultations with Congress.

Ukraine blows roof off Moscow oil refinery in one of biggest attacks on Russian soil for years

Ukraine today carried out one of the biggest attacks on Russia since the start of the war, blowing the roof off of an oil refinery and triggering chaos at the nation's busiest airport.Towering plumes of dark smoke rose above southern Moscow this morning, as flames engulfed the targeted facility in the Kapotnya district, with reports of "oil rain" over the Russian capital.Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin confirmed on Telegram "several drones managed to reach the MNPZ (Moscow Oil Refinery)", with no d...

Challenge to India: Pak mulls naval presence in Bay of Bengal since 1971

Pakistan is signaling a sustained naval presence in the Bay of Bengal with its new, advanced submarine, PNS Hangor. This move, coupled with warming ties with Bangladesh, marks a significant shift in Pakistan's maritime strategy. The technologically superior submarine, built in China, enhances Pakistan's underwater capabilities, potentially altering the strategic balance in the eastern Indian Ocean after over five decades.

TMC implosion, NCP split and Congress question: Why 'ghar wapsi' may not be the answer

NEW DELHI: Mamata Banerjee's Trinamool Congress is not merging with the Congress. That’s final for now.

The defection season: How rebels are redrawing India's political map

Indian opposition parties are experiencing internal turmoil and potential splits. The Trinamool Congress, Shiv Sena (UBT), Samajwadi Party, and Aam Aadmi Party are all facing significant challenges. These developments are reshaping the political landscape and impacting parliamentary arithmetic. The trend suggests a season of political breakups is underway, with more expected.

Sivo scores hat-trick as Leeds move clear at top with win over Warrington

Maika Sivo scored a hat-trick as Leeds Rhinos secured a 34-6 victory over Warrington Wolves at the Halliwell Jones Stadium.

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ترامب يثير الجدل مجددًا بتطورات الحرب مع إيران وصفقات سياسية جديدة

تشهد الساحة السياسية الأمريكية تحولًا بارزًا بعد توقيع ترامب على اتفاقية مع إيران، مما أثار ردود فعل متباينة بين الجمهوريين. كما تواصل إسرائيل هجماتها في لبنان وسط تصاعد التوترات.

Trump's Surprising Moves in Iran: A New Deal and GOP Frustrations

In a surprising turn of events, former President Trump has engaged in unexpected diplomacy with Iran, resulting in a preliminary agreement amid ongoing tensions in the region. However, his relationship with Senate Republicans remains strained as they express frustration over his recent actions.

What the Trump-Iran agreement says about Lebanon, Hormuz and uranium

The memorandum of understanding covers 14 points but leaves many crucial questions unanswered.