Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about a ceasefire in Gaza, stating that a truce could be achieved within a week. Speaking at a diplomatic event on the Congo-Rwanda agreement, Trump said he had recently spoken with key figures working toward peace. Hamas has indicated willingness to release remaining hostages under any ceasefire agreement. However, Israel insists that the conflict will only end once Hamas is completely disarmed and dismantled.

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that district courts cannot impose nationwide injunctions, a decision seen as a major legal win for the Trump administration. Former President Donald Trump welcomed the ruling, stating, “I was elected with historic public support, but far-left judges have been trying to undermine presidential authority and override the will of the people.” The decision comes after months of legal clashes over immigration and social policies, with the administration criticizing district judges for overreaching their jurisdiction.

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo have signed a long-awaited peace agreement in Washington aimed at ending decades of conflict and allowing U.S. access to the region's lucrative mineral resources. The accord calls for the disarmament, demobilization, and conditional reintegration of armed factions in Congo. Former President Donald Trump, present at the signing, hailed it as a “glorious victory” and a turning point toward peace and opportunity in the region.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that if Iran enriches uranium to a level suitable for nuclear weapons, it will face renewed military strikes. “Iran doesn’t want to enrich anything right now—they just want to recover,” Trump said. “They will not get the bomb, and they will not be allowed to enrich uranium.” He noted that Israel had launched airstrikes on Iran prior to U.S. action on June 13, and a 12-day cycle of retaliatory attacks followed. Trump described Iran’s supreme leadership as having taken a “brutal hit” and characterized the subsequent ceasefire as timely and necessary.

U.S. President Donald Trump has hinted at a possible relaxation of oil sanctions on Iran, although the "maximum pressure" policy remains in effect. Speaking at a NATO summit, Trump stated, “Iran will need money to return to normalcy, and we want that to happen.”

However, the White House clarified that this does not mean formal withdrawal of sanctions—rather, the enforcement level may shift depending on circumstances. Earlier, Trump had said that following a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, China may be allowed to purchase oil from Iran.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has called for the immediate dismissal of reporters from CNN and The New York Times, accusing them of spreading false stories. In a statement, Trump branded them “bad, purposefully malicious people.” In a separate post, he claimed the outlets planned to sack journalists who allegedly fabricated reports about Iran’s nuclear facilities. The media organizations had recently cited U.S. intelligence assessments suggesting American strikes only set back Iran’s nuclear program by a few months instead of destroying it outright.

On Thursday, President Trump announced that the United States has signed a trade agreement with China, potentially bringing an end to the protracted trade war. During his second term, Trump had imposed steep tariffs on Chinese imports, escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing. “Yesterday, we signed a deal with China. We are starting to open China up—something that never really could have happened,” Trump said. The details of the agreement were not disclosed. US and Chinese officials had been working for weeks to finalize the deal, including a meeting in London earlier this month to address tariff disputes.

Washington is prepared to offer Iran a package of significant incentives in exchange for halting uranium enrichment altogether. According to CNN, the United States could provide $30 billion in support for civilian nuclear energy production, lift sanctions on Tehran, and return frozen Iranian funds. Despite the recent flare-up of hostilities between Iran and Israel, American and Middle Eastern officials have held behind-the-scenes talks with Iranian representatives over the past two weeks. Last Friday, U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff met with Gulf allies at the White House to discuss the proposal. The main condition: Iran must reduce uranium enrichment to zero.

Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old Democratic socialist, has energized New York’s mayoral primary with his grassroots campaign and candid political style. Walking Manhattan streets for hours, Mamdani connected with voters seeking a mayor who is approachable and outspoken. His strong stance against Israel’s actions in Gaza, and promises to expand affordable housing, free childcare, and public transit, have gained him wide support, especially among young voters. Facing the general election, Mamdani’s challenge lies in fulfilling his ambitious vision amid high expectations.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has thanked former U.S. President Donald Trump for his strong support for Israel and its people. This comes after Trump labeled the corruption cases against Netanyahu a “witch hunt” and called for their dismissal or a pardon. In a post on X, Netanyahu expressed gratitude and vowed to continue working with Trump to defeat shared enemies, rescue hostages, and expand peace. Trump, in a Truth Social post, called Netanyahu a “great hero” for his contributions to Israel.

New intelligence reports have emerged backing President Donald Trump’s claim that the U.S. attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities was entirely successful. According to national intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard and CIA chief John Ratcliffe, key Iranian nuclear sites—Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan—were destroyed and would take years to rebuild. Despite earlier Pentagon leaks suggesting only delays, recent assessments emphasize severe damage. The conflicting information has intensified political tensions between the administration, Congress, and the media, fueling debates over transparency and national security.

US President Donald Trump has condemned the ongoing corruption trial of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as a “witch hunt.” Trump urged that the trial be immediately canceled or that Netanyahu be granted a full pardon, praising him as a hero for Israel. The trial, which began in 2020 over bribery and fraud charges, could last up to a year. Israeli President Isaac Herzog has not received any pardon requests and says the issue is not under discussion.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump lashed out at Democratic primary winner Zohran Mamdani, calling him a “100% crazy communist” and a “scary-looking man with an annoying voice and little intelligence.” Mamdani, now a frontrunner in the New York City mayoral race, has proposed bold initiatives including free public transport, a rent freeze, and city-run grocery stores. Trump also mocked congressional Democrats for supporting Mamdani.

CIA Director John Ratcliffe stated that recent U.S. military strikes have caused significant damage to Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, setting its nuclear ambitions back by several years. His remarks came after an internal intelligence report downplayed the impact of the attacks, reportedly angering former President Donald Trump. Ratcliffe clarified, however, that while Iran's nuclear program has been delayed, it has not been completely dismantled.

Muslim politician Zohran Mamdani has made history by defeating former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo and several other candidates in the June 24 primary. He is now the Democratic nominee for the upcoming New York City mayoral election in November. Mamdani, a Democratic Socialist, is the son of renowned Ugandan academic Mahmood Mamdani and Indian filmmaker Mira Nair. A vocal critic of Israel's military actions, Mamdani supports the BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movement.