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  • Jun 19

    Iranian singer Parastoo Ahmadi sentenced to 74 lashes for performing without hijab in YouTube concert

    A court in Qom has sentenced singer Parastoo Ahmadi and eight musicians to flogging, a travel ban and a work ban after she performed without a headscarf in a viral livestream.

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Kristersson resigns, Andersson takes over

Carney defies Trump as Sweden shifts left and central banks tighten policy

The day brought a useful reminder that alliances are now negotiated with one eye on tariffs, drones and bond markets. Canada edged toward Europe, Sweden changed course by three parliamentary seats, and the big AI firms admitted that safety is still chasing capability.

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  • Polish airspace alert during Ukraine attack

    Prime Minister Tusk warns Russia is planning drone and missile strikes disguised as accidents against Ukraine's allies during autumn and winter.

  • US proposed F-35 sale to Saudi Arabia

    Approves proposed $24.3 billion sale of 48 F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia, starting a 30-day congressional review period.

  • US military base proposal in Poland

    Trump announces progress on establishing a US Army base in Poland, with a location decision expected soon

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The Middle East after Gaza

Trump claims Iranian direct contact and a $24.3B F-35 package for Saudi Arabia enter the picture, but neither has altered the battlefield or chokepoint status quo.

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