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Key takeaways from the 14-point memorandum of understanding between US, Iran
Days after it was first announced by President Donald Trump, U.S. officials on Wednesday finally detailed what is in the memorandum of understanding with Iran.
Can't ask Global South to bear Iran war brunt alone: PM Modi at G7
Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the ongoing impact of West Asian crises on the Global South, urging international solidarity. He proposed a global skills partnership and an International Mobilisation Partnership for Accelerating Connectivity and Trade (IMPACT) to foster shared growth and resilience.
Trump’s Iran deal is result of unrealistic ambitions for an untenable war
US entered war with maximalist goals and exits it with pragmatic decision to end conflict despite political costMiddle East crisis – live updatesAs the adage goes: no plan of battle survives first contact with the enemy.Donald Trump entered the war with Iran with maximalist goals: eliminating the country’s nuclear programme, destroying its ballistic missile programme and ending its support for regional military groups including Hezbollah and Hamas. Continue reading...
Why Trump’s Iran agreement could be a tough sell for Republicans: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskWhy Trump’s Iran agreement could be a tough sell for Republicans: From the Politics DeskPlus, the major Trump-related cases remaining at the Supreme Court. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleIran’s ballistic missiles not mentioned in agreement but Trump says they ‘have to have some’22:01Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 17, 2026, 5:13 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that...
Democratic socialists are on the rise in Trump-era mayoral races
2026 ElectionDemocratic socialists are on the rise in Trump-era mayoral racesThe rise is fueled by a backlash to Trump policies, economic strain and fatigue with the Democratic establishment. A possible win in Washington, D.C., might be next.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00City Councilmember Janeese Lewis George in Washington, D.C., in 2025.Craig Hudson / The Washington Post via Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 17, 2026, 5:01 PM EDTBy Natasha KoreckiWashington, D.C...
Alex Murdaugh's lawyer vows to dismantle infamous kennel video as defense weighs another turn on the stand
The attorney who helped win Alex Murdaugh a new trial says the defense is ready to take on the piece of evidence that helped sink him the first time around.In a new interview on "Crime & Justice with Donna Rotunno," veteran defense lawyer Dick Harpootlian revealed his team has a strategy for dealing with the infamous kennel video that prosecutors used to place Murdaugh near the scene of the murders of his wife, Maggie, and son, Paul.The cellphone video, recorded by Paul Murdaugh shortly before h...
Text of the Iran-U.S. memorandum of understanding
Iran warText of the Iran-U.S. memorandum of understandingA senior U.S. administration official provided the 14-point plan after questions swirled about what was in it.Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00A billboard displaying the Iranian flag in Tehran.Majid Saeedi / Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 17, 2026, 4:57 PM EDTBy Abigail WilliamsA senior U.S. official on Wednesday provided NBC News with the text of the memorandum of understanding between the United States and...
PM Modi seeks 'highest priority' for seafarers in Middle East peace deal in meeting with Trump
PM Modi and President Trump discussed the safety of Indian seafarers amidst a US-Iran peace agreement. Trump acknowledged the risks of the profession while Modi emphasized the importance of maritime security, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz. The leaders also touched upon trade, defense, and geopolitical issues, with Trump expressing confidence in strong US-India ties.
Trump's Iran deal 'giving a lot more to get a lot less' than Obama's, senator says
President Donald Trump's preliminary agreement with Iran is making its way through the media, but it still hasn’t made its way into the hands of lawmakers on Capitol Hill. Those who have read the reports are split on the memorandum of understanding (MOU) that the administration intends to finalize in a ceremonial signing on Friday. Some say it’s a worse outcome than former President Barack Obama's Iranian nuclear agreement, known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which Trump rip...
Sanjay Raut showers cuss words like confetti
Sanjay Raut's use of expletives to describe defectors marks a new low in political discourse, despite his claims of loyalty. He alleged hefty sums and case settlements were offered to MPs to switch sides. Meanwhile, suspected rebels remained in Delhi, poised to seek recognition as a separate faction, while Sena (UBT) leaders met the Speaker to invoke anti-defection laws.
Massachusetts Senate candidates trade sharp attacks in fiery debate as incumbent Markey skips event
The two candidates seeking to unseat Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey sparred during a fiery debate Tuesday night, exchanging sharp attacks on a range of issues.Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton and Republican attorney John Deaton clashed over President Donald Trump, sanctuary policies, Israel and Markey himself, who did not attend the event.During the debate, Moulton heavily sought to tie Deaton to President Donald Trump — who remains deeply unpopular in the blue state of Massachusetts — despite the Re...
Hillary Clinton breaks with Democratic critics by backing Trump’s Gaza plan as the 'only game in town'
Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton offered surprising praise for President Donald Trump’s handling of the Israel-Hamas war while appearing in New York City earlier this week. The unexpected show of support came as Clinton spoke with The New Yorker's David Remnick at 92NY on Monday, during a conversation in which the former Democratic presidential candidate touched on topics ranging from the Israel-Iran conflict to former President Joe Biden’s decision to run for re-election.Remnick then t...
2 of 6 haven't inked deal, says UBT; operation complete, says Sena
Two of the six Sena UBT MPs said to be part of the breakaway group, Omraje Nimbalkar from Dharashiv and Sanjay Patil from Mumbai North East, have not signed the letter sent to LS Speaker for recognition as a separate group, Sena UBT claimed.
Initial US-Iran agreement leaves many key issues to be negotiated
Initial US-Iran agreement leaves many key issues to be negotiated Just nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleDaniel BushWashington correspondentGetty ImagesThe US-Iran memorandum of understanding announced on Wednesday amounts to a reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and a deal to try to reach a final deal on almost everything else.President Donald Trump framed it as a major win for the US in a lengthy press conference at the G7 summit in France. But new details released by US officials in a call...
How alleged White House UFC attack plotters organized across four states
The men accused of plotting a mass-casualty attack at the UFC event held on White House grounds allegedly met through a TikTok group before moving their discussions into encrypted messaging apps where prosecutors say they developed plans to kill government officials and other attendees, according to court records reviewed by Fox News Digital. Federal authorities have arrested five men accused of plotting a mass-casualty attack targeting UFC Freedom 250, the Sunday event held on White House groun...
'Serious consequences will follow': SC tells Punjab & Haryana HC judges not to recuse
New Delhi: Even as suits concerning Indian Forest Service officer Sanjiv Chaturvedi have seen over a dozen judges recuse themselves, a similar case has been pending in Punjab and Haryana HC since 2022. The case related to the dismissal of judicial officer Amrish Kumar Jain has witnessed the recusal of four HC judges, including then Chief Justice Sheel Nagu.
Other Countries Have Ballistic Missiles, Unfair If Iran Does Not: Trump
US President Donald Trump said on Wednesday that it would be unfair for Iran not to have ballistic missiles if other countries have them.
Only 27 percent of Democrats will display American flag on July 4: Poll
As America prepares to celebrate its 250th birthday, a new poll finds Republicans and Democrats sharply divided on patriotism, flag displays and the meaning of the July 4 holiday.The Reuters/Ipsos survey, conducted June 12–15 among 1,537 U.S. adults, asked Americans how they planned to celebrate Independence Day, including whether they intended to display the U.S. flag, attend patriotic events and what the holiday represents to them.The poll found 64% of Republicans said they would display an Am...
Jeanine Pirro calls out 'dirtbags' after 14 charged in alleged cocaine ring operating feet from a schoolyard
Fourteen suspects have been charged as part of a crack and powder cocaine trafficking scheme where dealers sold drugs near a Washington, D.C., elementary school — often in front of young children in broad daylight amid an open-air drug market, federal prosecutors said Wednesday.A federal indictment charges each of the 14 defendants with conspiracy to distribute 280 grams or more of cocaine base and 500 grams or more of cocaine within 1,000 feet of Hendley Elementary School in the city's Washingt...
Burnham team tell ministers to delay resignations to avoid chaos
Exclusive: Allies of Labour’s Makerfield candidate concerned rapid collapse of Starmer government would increase instability Andy Burnham’s campaign has been forced to talk ministers out of resigning as early as this weekend to avoid Keir Starmer’s government descending into chaos amid fallout from the Makerfield byelection, the Guardian can reveal.As they prepare for a potential change of leader in the event he beats Reform on Thursday, Burnham’s team is increasingly concerned a rapid collapse...