World · Politics
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Armenia's Civil Contract wins 2026 parliamentary election amid Russian pressure
Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s pro-West Civil Contract party won a slim majority in Armenia’s June 7 parliamentary vote.
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Peru's Presidential Runoff Between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez Remains Too Close to Call
Peru’s June 7 runoff between Keiko Fujimori and Roberto Sanchez remains unresolved with Sanchez narrowly leading as over 96% of votes are counted.
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Bernadette Chirac, former French first lady, dies peacefully at 93
Bernadette Chirac, widow of ex-president Jacques Chirac, died June 5 at age 93 surrounded by family.
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Iran launches seven ballistic missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain, six intercepted
Iran fired seven ballistic missiles at Kuwait and Bahrain on June 5-6; US and Gulf forces intercepted six and shot down four drones.
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US and Iran exchange strikes near Strait of Hormuz amid stalled ceasefire talks
US forces downed Iranian drones and struck radar sites June 5-6; Iran retaliated with ballistic missile attacks on US bases.
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French diplomat sentenced to 20 years in Mali for alleged plot to destabilise government
A Malian court sentenced French diplomat Yann Vezilier to 20 years for allegedly plotting to destabilise Mali’s military government.
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Drone attack kills five Azerbaijani crew members on cargo ships in Sea of Azov
A drone strike on two cargo ships in the Sea of Azov killed five Azerbaijani nationals and injured three others.
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At least 49 die of thirst after truck breaks down in Niger Sahara desert
At least 49 people died of thirst after a truck broke down 80 km west of Assamaka in the Sahara desert in Niger, authorities said today.
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France opens investigation into alleged torture of French activists on Gaza flotilla
French prosecutors launched a probe into suspected torture and war crimes against French nationals seized by Israel on May 18 Gaza flotilla.
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Iran's Supreme Leader Declares US and Israel Militarily Defeated in Middle East Conflict
Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei declared the US and Israel defeated in the Middle East conflict and called for national unity on June 4.
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EU Leaders Meet in Montenegro to Discuss Western Balkans Membership and Enlargement
European leaders held a summit in Tivat to discuss EU enlargement and membership prospects for six Western Balkan countries.
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Germany fails to secure non-permanent U.N. Security Council seat for first time
Germany lost its bid for a non-permanent U.N. Security Council seat on June 3, ending a six-term streak.
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Ireland bans Israeli ministers Ben-Gvir and Smotrich from entry over conduct toward Palestinians
Ireland imposed travel bans on Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir and Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich today.
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Bear injures four and escapes after entering factories in Fukushima, Japan
A bear attacked four people at two Fukushima factories and escaped by unlatching a window on June 3, 2026.
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WHO and Africa CDC launch $518M Ebola response plan for DRC and Uganda outbreak
WHO and Africa CDC unveiled a $518 million plan to combat the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak in the DRC and Uganda from June to November 2026.
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Ukraine and Russia exchange 185 prisoners of war each in swap facilitated by UAE
Ukraine and Russia exchanged 185 prisoners of war each, including one civilian returned by Russia, on June 5, 2026.
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Ukrainian naval drone explodes in Romanian Black Sea port of Constanța
A Ukrainian naval drone exploded in Constanța port on June 5 after losing control due to Russian electronic jamming, prompting evacuations and warnings.
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US Imposes New Sanctions on Cuban President Diaz-Canel and Castro Family Members
The United States imposed economic sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, members of the Castro family, and key Cuban entities on June 4, 2026.
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Zelensky proposes direct talks with Putin to end Ukraine war; Putin rejects invitation
Ukrainian President Zelensky proposed a face-to-face meeting with Russian President Putin on June 4 to end the war, but Putin publicly refused the offer.
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Body of 11-year-old Lyhanna found in southwestern France after custody by key suspect
The body of 11-year-old Lyhanna, who disappeared near Fleurance on May 29, was found in a grain silo; her suspected abductor faces renewed scrutiny over past abuse complaints.
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Heavy Gunfire Erupts in Mogadishu as Clashes Intensify Over Somalia Election Delay
Government forces and opposition militias exchanged heavy gunfire in Mogadishu from Wednesday into Thursday amid protests against President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud’s term extension.
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US Military Kills Two in Strike on Alleged Drug-Trafficking Vessel in Eastern Pacific
The US military killed two men described as narco-terrorists in a strike on a vessel in the Eastern Pacific on June 3.
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Israel approves 2,162 new homes in West Bank settlements despite international opposition
Israel's Higher Planning Council approved 2,162 new Jewish homes in West Bank settlements on June 3, 2026.
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Hundreds of Libyans protest outside UNHCR office in Tripoli against migrants
On June 4, 2026, hundreds of Libyans blocked the UNHCR office in Tripoli, protesting against migrants and accusing the UN of settling them in Libya.