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06/17/2026 · Victor

U.S. and Iran near deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, officials say

President Donald Trump and Iranian officials say a memorandum of understanding to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be finalized within days. Pakistan has served as a key mediator in the talks.

06/16/2026

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Politics

Trump Says U.S. and Iran Will Sign Agreement on June 14

President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that the United States and Iran plan to sign an agreement on June 14. The deal is expected to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and include provisions governing Iran's nuclear weapons program.

06/16/2026

Local News

Southern Lebanon village counts 14 dead from Israeli airstrike

An airstrike in a southern Lebanese village killed 14 people last month. The strike marks one incident in an ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah that has claimed more than 3,700 lives.

06/16/2026

Politics

Surveillance Program Set to Lapse as Congress Leaves Town Without Extension

A major U.S. intelligence program that enables surveillance of foreigners abroad through collection of domestic communications will terminate at the end of Friday unless Congress acts. Lawmakers departed Washington without scheduling a vote on extending the authority.

06/16/2026

Politics

U.S. and Iran Reach Deal to End Conflict and Reopen Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Iran announced an agreement to end their conflict and restore shipping access through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway for global energy markets. The deal addresses immediate hostilities but leaves several core disputes for future negotiations.

06/17/2026

Entertainment

Britain will prohibit social media use for children under 16

The British government announced a ban on social media use for anyone under 16, affecting platforms including TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat and X. The move positions the U.K. among countries implementing stricter online safety measures for minors.

06/17/2026

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