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US Supreme Court Rules Against Race-Based Electoral Districts, Potentially Boosting Republican Congressional Seats

The US Supreme Court ruled that electoral districts should not be drawn based on race, a decision that could help Republicans gain additional seats in the House of Representatives, with some changes potentially taking effect as early as this year. The ruling addresses the longstanding practice of creating majority-minority districts designed to ensure representation for racial minorities in Congress. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump conducted a 90-minute phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin and reportedly confused Ukraine with Iran during discussions. The Pentagon has disclosed that military operations related to Iran have cost $25 billion to date, while Trump continues using AI-generated images to issue threats against Iran on social media.

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Afghan Man Convicted for Role in Airport Suicide Attack

An Afghan national has been convicted for his involvement in a suicide bombing at an airport. According to U.S. officials, the man participated in multiple attacks carried out by the Islamic State Khorasan Province (ISIS-K) between 2016 and his capture by Pakistani authorities in 2025. ISIS-K is the Afghan affiliate of the Islamic State terrorist organization, which has been responsible for numerous deadly attacks in Afghanistan and the broader region in recent years.

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US Returns Marble Head of Alexander the Great and 300+ Artifacts to Italy

The United States returned 337 ancient artifacts to Italy, including a marble head of Alexander the Great and a bronze statue from the ancient city of Herculaneum. Italian police said most of the returned items originated from illegal excavations or were stolen from cultural institutions before being offered for sale on the art market. The repatriation represents a significant recovery of Italy's cultural heritage that had been illegally trafficked abroad.

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Syrian General Suspected of Chemical Attack on Eastern Ghouta Arrested

Syrian authorities have arrested General Adnan Abboud Hilwa on suspicion of involvement in a chemical weapons attack on Eastern Ghouta that killed more than 1,000 people. Syrian Interior Minister Anas Khattab announced the detention on social media platform X, confirming that the general is now in custody. The Eastern Ghouta chemical attack was one of the deadliest incidents during Syria's civil war, which began in 2011 and saw the widespread use of chemical weapons by government forces against civilian areas controlled by opposition groups.

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Brazilian Senate Rejects President's Supreme Court Nominee in Historic Vote

Brazil's Senate rejected President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's nominee for the Supreme Court in a rare move that highlights the country's deep political divisions. The rejection marks the first time in 130 years that Brazil's Senate has refused to confirm a presidential nominee to the nation's highest court. The historic vote reflects the polarized political climate that has gripped Brazil in recent years, as the Senate exercises its constitutional authority to approve or reject Supreme Court appointments.

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US Charges Mexican Sinaloa Governor with Drug Trafficking

United States federal prosecutors have charged the governor of Sinaloa state, Mexico, with drug trafficking offenses, alleging conspiracy with the powerful Sinaloa Cartel. The governor, Rocha Moya, is a member of Mexico's ruling Morena party and is among ten individuals facing charges from American authorities. The accusations come as the Sinaloa Cartel faces internal conflict between rival factions. Mexico's prosecutor's office will now decide whether to extradite Rocha Moya to face trial in the United States.

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US Reportedly Seeks New Coalition to Help Secure Strait of Hormuz

The United States is reportedly working to establish a new coalition of countries that would contribute to keeping the Strait of Hormuz open for shipping traffic. The strategic waterway, located between Iran and the Arabian Peninsula, serves as a critical chokepoint for global oil and gas shipments, with approximately one-fifth of the world's petroleum liquids passing through the narrow passage. Any disruption to shipping in the strait could have significant impacts on global energy markets and supply chains.

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Six people detained in major police raids on religious community headquarters in Britain

British police detained six people during large-scale raids on the headquarters of a religious community in the United Kingdom. Hundreds of police officers participated in the operation, though authorities have not disclosed the specific nature of the investigation or the identity of the religious group involved. The scale of the police response suggests the raids were connected to a significant criminal investigation.

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Israeli Strike in Lebanon Kills Three Including Teenager

An Israeli attack on the Lebanese village of Tajr Dubba killed three people, including a teenager, and wounded 11 others. The strike represents part of the ongoing military operations between Israel and Lebanese forces amid escalating tensions in the region.

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Unknown Gunmen Kill Three Police Officers in Southeastern Iran

Three police officers were shot and killed by unidentified armed attackers in southeastern Iran. The officers died from their injuries sustained in the attack. Southeast Iran, particularly the province of Sistan and Baluchestan, has experienced recurring security incidents and clashes involving various armed groups, drug traffickers, and separatist militants who exploit the region's proximity to Afghanistan and Pakistan borders.

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Spain's People's Party Forms Regional Coalition with Far-Right Ahead of Elections

Spain's conservative People's Party has entered into a new regional-level alliance with far-right parties in preparation for upcoming elections. The coalition represents the latest partnership between these political forces, marking a continuation of cooperation between mainstream conservative and far-right groups at the regional level in Spanish politics. The alliance comes as parties position themselves ahead of electoral contests, with the People's Party seeking to strengthen its position through collaboration with far-right allies in regional governments.

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Israeli Army Kills Teenager During Raid in West Bank City of Hebron

Israeli forces killed a teenager during a military raid in the West Bank city of Hebron, with another person also suffering gunshot wounds in the incident. The Israeli military told AFP news agency that it is investigating the circumstances of the shooting. Hebron, located in the southern West Bank, is one of the largest Palestinian cities in the occupied territory and has been a frequent flashpoint for Israeli-Palestinian violence.

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Trump Believes Astronauts Will Return to Moon Before End of His Term

US President Donald Trump expressed confidence that American astronauts will return to the Moon before the end of his current presidential term. Trump made the remarks while receiving four astronauts who recently returned from a lunar flyby mission. During the meeting, the president also announced that his administration plans to release as much information as possible about unidentified flying objects (UFOs) in the near future. The comments signal Trump's continued emphasis on advancing America's space exploration capabilities and increasing transparency regarding unexplained aerial phenomena.

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Dubai Police Arrest 276 Members of International Fraud Network

Dubai police have arrested 276 suspects as part of a crackdown on an international fraud network. The majority of those detained originated from Southeast Asia. The suspects were part of a transnational criminal organization engaged in fraudulent activities, though specific details about the nature of the fraud operations have not been disclosed.

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US Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Electoral District Map

The US Supreme Court ruled 6-3 to overturn Louisiana's electoral district map, dealing a significant blow to the enforcement of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. The decision weakens a key provision of the landmark civil rights legislation, which was designed to protect voting rights and prevent discrimination in electoral processes. The ruling represents a major restriction on how the Voting Rights Act can be applied, potentially affecting similar cases across the United States involving electoral district boundaries and minority voting protections.

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Conservative US Supreme Court Justices Limit Voting Rights Act, Decision Could Affect Entire Redistricting System

The US Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's electoral maps and eliminated a second majority African American district. The ruling significantly weakens a key provision of the Voting Rights Act, a federal law designed to protect minority voting rights and prevent discriminatory electoral practices. The decision could have far-reaching implications for the entire redistricting system across the United States, as it limits the ability of courts to require states to create electoral districts where racial minorities constitute a majority of voters.

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Federal Reserve Keeps Key Interest Rate in 3.50% to 3.75% Range

The U.S. Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate in the range of 3.50% to 3.75% at its latest meeting. Fed Governor Stephen Miran continued his pattern of voting for a quarter-point rate reduction, a position he has consistently taken since assuming his role in September 2025. The decision reflects ongoing deliberations within the central bank about monetary policy amid current economic conditions.

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US Federal Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged as Expected

The United States Federal Reserve maintained its benchmark interest rate at current levels, meeting market expectations. The central bank's Federal Open Market Committee decided against adjusting its monetary policy stance during its latest meeting.

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Ukrainian Woman Escapes Drone-Filled Lyman for Dark Apartment in Kharkiv

A Ukrainian woman fled from Lyman, where drones outnumbered birds in the sky, to a windowless apartment on the outskirts of Kharkiv. The woman, who had been living in a basement in Lyman during intense fighting, recalls her dramatic evacuation from the war-torn city, suffering shrapnel wounds and losing her home in the process. She now attempts to rebuild her life from scratch in the darkened apartment in Kharkiv, another city that has faced repeated bombardment since Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

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