Tallying the global cost of the US-Israel war against Iran From thousands of lives lost to an economic shock likely to plunge millions into poverty, the world is paying dearly The Guardian - UK · Jun 15
The Latest: G7 leaders likely to discuss Iran and Ukraine at summit in France World leaders are gathering in a French spa town for a Group of Seven summit The Independent UK · Jun 15
Drone strikes killed over 1,000 civilians in Sudan in 5 months, UN rights chief says A senior United Nations official reports that drone strikes have killed more than 1,000 civilians in Sudan in the first five months of 2026 The Independent UK · Jun 15
Demands for justice grow after female doctor is attacked with acid in Pakistan Doctors launch protests calling for measures to protect healthcare workers and for resignation of health secretary The Independent UK · Jun 15
At least 2,300 killed this year in Haiti gang violence, UN human rights chief says Haiti has been plagued by worsening gang violence since the 2021 assassination of its then-President Jovenel Moïse. Euronews · Jun 15
Switzerland: Clashes in Geneva as 20,000 protest G7 summit and global policies Clashes broke out in Geneva on 14 June after a large demonstration held ahead of the G7 summit in nearby Évian-les-Bains, France, turned violent near the United Nations district. Euronews · Jun 15
French-UK mission 'ready' to aid Hormuz reopening, says Macron France's president on Monday said that a military mission set up by Paris and Britain to help with Strait of Hormuz traffic was ready to deploy, following the announcement of an US-Iran deal to end the war in the Middle East, including in Lebanon. Israel insists it is not bound… Radio France Internationale · Jun 15
World leaders welcome US-Iran deal, urge swift implementation A significant peace deal has been struck between the United States and Iran. This agreement aims to end their war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. International leaders have welcomed the development, expressing hope for reduced energy prices and a more stable Middle East. The pact also includes provisions… The Economic Times · Jun 15
A history of Iran's nuclear programme and tensions with the US as an interim deal is reached A landmark interim deal between the United States and Iran aims to end a protracted war and reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz. This agreement, planned for signing in Switzerland, follows years of escalating tensions and a complex history of nuclear negotiations and regional conflicts. The Economic Times · Jun 15
Iran-US war latest: Vance says deal text may be released early as Netanyahu warns he and Trump ‘don’t see eye to eye’ A White House official said Trump’s Iran deal does not include Israel’s conditional withdrawal from Lebanon amid its conflict with Hezbollah The Independent UK · Jun 15
US-Iran pact 'very important step for peace', Macron says at G7 summit The memorandum of understanding signed by the United States and Iran to end their four-month war is a very important step and will allow for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, French President Emmanuel Macron said Monday after meeting with US President Donald Trump at the G7 summit in… France 24 · Jun 15
Global leaders react to announcement of US-Iran deal Leaders around the world have welcomed the announcement the US and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to end hostilities after more than 100 days of war. AAP · Jun 15
US and Iran agree to 'immediate' end of military operations in memorandum of understanding US and Iran agreed to an “immediate and permanent” end to military operations under a surprise memorandum of understanding announced via mediator Pakistan on Sunday, with both sides confirming a signing ceremony in Switzerland. The agreement includes plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, ease sanctions and begin further negotiations… France 24 · Jun 15
Nukes, crude sanctions & frozen assets: Inside the 14-point US-Iran peace agreement A draft agreement between Iran and the United States has reportedly surfaced. This framework could unlock 24 billion dollars in frozen Iranian assets. Sanctions on Iran's energy sector may be eased. The Strait of Hormuz could reopen. Broader negotiations are expected to follow this initial understanding. The Economic Times · Jun 15
Salon · Jun 14 Obama: US can't "bomb" way to Iran deal The former president worried that a new deal with Iran will be far worse than the one that was in place until 2018
France 24 · Jun 14 Swiss police fire tear gas as anti-G7 protesters target UN buildings Swiss police on Sunday fired tear gas at demonstrators protesting the upcoming Group of Seven summit in France after some protesters started targeting buildings linked to the United Nations in Geneva.
The Times of India · Jun 14 Swiss referendum fails as voters block '10 million' population cap plan Swiss voters have rejected a right-wing proposal to cap the nation's population at 10 million. Early results show a clear opposition to the initiative, which was championed by the Swiss People's Party over concerns about immigration and its impact on infrastructure and resources. The measure's defeat preserves Switzerland's crucial ties…
The Guardian - UK · Jun 14 Ebola one month on: will the latest outbreak in DRC become the most deadly yet? With more than 670 confirmed cases and over 135 deaths, the disease has yet to be contained amid funding shortfalls, fear and disinformation
Bangkok Post · Jun 14 Iran says draft US deal includes oil sanctions waiver, nuclear limits, asset release DUBAI - A senior Iranian official told Reuters a final draft of the memorandum of understanding with the US covered a range of issues, from Tehran’s nuclear work to reopening the Strait of Hormuz and US waivers on oil sanctions, with a final deal to be discussed in the 60…
The Guardian - AU · Jun 13 Denial is back in vogue. As Australia leads climate talks, it’s beyond time we took the issue seriously It is unlikely that many voters are flocking to Pauline Hanson for her scientific insights – but that is where they are lining up, regardless
The Guardian - UK · Jun 13 The case for Labour to introduce a wealth tax has never been stronger A 2% levy on fortunes above £100m – with no exemptions – could begin to reverse decades of rising inequality
The Guardian - UK · Jun 13 Australia can switch from fossil fuel exports to renewables, says next Cop president Climate minister Chris Bowen says country must prepare for changing world and can play bigger role in reducing emissions
France 24 · Jun 12 Israeli and Palestinian groups urge world not to abandon two-state solution Israeli and Palestinian civil society groups appealed to the international community in France on Friday to keep pursuing a two-state solution, warning that the window for peace is narrowing. The call came as world powers gathered amid mounting concern over settlement expansion and violence in the occupied West Bank.
France 24 · Jun 12 🔴 Live : Iran says signing of Islamabad memorandum will not take place on Sunday This liveblog is no longer being updated.
LiveScience · Jun 12 World's rarest great ape decimated by 4 days of extreme rain, with 7% of population lost to cyclone Around 58 of Indonesia's Tapanuli orangutans were crushed or buried alive by landslides brought on by the climate-change-fueled Cyclone Senyar.