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A video screen grab from June 26, 2026, showing thick plumes of smoke rising from explosions at an undisclosed location following US military strikes.

A June 26, 2026, video screen grab captures smoke rising from explosions during US strikes on Iran. CENTCOM launched the retaliatory attack following an Iranian drone strike on a cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz.

U.S. Launches Strikes on Iranian Military Targets

The United States carried out military strikes on Iranian military facilities after a commercial vessel was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz, marking a significant escalation in regional tensions. The action came as Washington sought to deter further threats to international shipping and preserve a fragile ceasefire following the recent Iran-Israel conflict.

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Authorities in Trinidad and Tobago have moved to detain several high-profile individuals under emergency regulations, as part of an expanded national security operation during the ongoing state of emergency. The action allows for preventive detention without criminal charges while investigations continue.

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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Tops 920 as Search Continues

Rescue teams are racing to find survivors after twin earthquakes devastated northern Venezuela, leaving hundreds dead and thousands missing. International aid and foreign rescue crews have begun arriving as authorities confront one of the country's worst natural disasters in decades.

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Supreme Court Allows End to TPS for Haitians, Syrians

The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the Trump administration to end Temporary Protected Status for hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian migrants living legally in the United States. The ruling could also affect similar protections for migrants from other countries.

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A Migrants outside the Supreme Court after a ruling allowing the federal government to end Temporary Protected Status for Haitians and Syrians.

Supreme Court Ruling Expands Government Authority Over Green Card Holders

Colombia far-right, Trump-aligned candidate wins runoff

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Cape Verde Becomes Smallest Nation to Reach World Cup Knockouts

Cape Verde has made FIFA World Cup history by becoming the smallest country ever to advance to the tournament's knockout stage. The achievement marks a landmark moment for the island nation and African football on the global stage..

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Cape Verde national team players embracing and waving flags after advancing from the World Cup group stage.

Cape Verde players celebrate after becoming the smallest nation ever to reach the FIFA World Cup knockout rounds.

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