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DIPLOMACY OR DEADLOCK: Iran threatens key shipping lane as Trump touts 'very good meetings'

July 2, 2026

DIPLOMACY OR DEADLOCK: Iran threatens key shipping lane as Trump touts 'very good meetings'

Conflicting signals emerge in the Strait of Hormuz as diplomatic optimism collides with new Iranian threats against commercial shipping, raising concerns over global oil supplies.

Couple publicly caned after alleged TikTok kiss sparks outrage in Indonesia

July 2, 2026

Couple publicly caned after alleged TikTok kiss sparks outrage in Indonesia

A viral TikTok livestream led to a public caning for a young couple in Indonesia's Aceh province after they were convicted of kissing during a TikTok livestream.

Six Kurdish fighters killed in IRGC ambush as clashes spread across western Iran

July 2, 2026

Six Kurdish fighters killed in IRGC ambush as clashes spread across western Iran

The PDKI says six Kurdish fighters were killed in an Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corp ambush near Piranshahr, while the Revolutionary Guards claim five Kurdish militants are dead.

Iran warns ships of 'forceful response' as US-backed Hormuz route challenges Tehran's grip

July 2, 2026

Iran warns ships of 'forceful response' as US-backed Hormuz route challenges Tehran's grip

Iran allegedly attacked commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz to counter a new southern corridor developed by the U.S. and Oman, analysts say.

Anti-Israel demonstrator sentenced to year in jail for manslaughter during 2023 protests

July 2, 2026

Anti-Israel demonstrator sentenced to year in jail for manslaughter during 2023 protests

Loay Alnaji received one year in county jail for the manslaughter of Paul Kessler, but Ventura County prosecutors say state prison was warranted.

Security guard survives eight days beneath collapsed shopping center after Venezuela earthquakes

July 2, 2026

Security guard survives eight days beneath collapsed shopping center after Venezuela earthquakes

Video shows Hernán Alberto Gil Flores carried through cheering crowds after eight days trapped in a collapsed shopping center in La Guaira, Venezuela.

Russia unleashes nearly 600 missiles and drones on Kyiv in deadliest strike since May

July 2, 2026

Russia unleashes nearly 600 missiles and drones on Kyiv in deadliest strike since May

Ukraine’s U.N. ambassador called Russia a “pariah state" after Moscow launched one of its heaviest overnight attacks on Kyiv, killing at least 18 people and wounding more than 90 people.

UN chief backs official who reposted anti-Israel activist's claims amid calls for investigation

July 2, 2026

UN chief backs official who reposted anti-Israel activist's claims amid calls for investigation

United Nations official Vanessa Frazier faces criticism for sharing unverified claims from a woman facing terror charges linked to Hamas on social media.

China-linked green group training US judges draws fresh heat as foreign ties fuel pressure at home

July 2, 2026

China-linked green group training US judges draws fresh heat as foreign ties fuel pressure at home

State Armor urges Congress to investigate the Environmental Law Institute over national security concerns stemming from alleged ties to the Chinese government.

After 1,000 days of war: Many Israeli children carry trauma into summer break

July 2, 2026

After 1,000 days of war: Many Israeli children carry trauma into summer break

Israeli children begin summer vacation still coping with war trauma, as 84% reportedly showed signs of emotional distress since the Hamas-led attack.