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Lebanon Conflict Sees Israel and Hezbollah Agree to Ceasefire After 20 Killed
Israel and Hezbollah reached a new ceasefire in the Lebanon conflict after deadly strikes killed at least 20 in Lebanon and four Israeli soldiers, further straining a just-signed US-Iran deal intended to end the Middle East war.
Major Flooding Forecast Along Mississippi's Jourdan River as Warnings Span Gulf Coast
Flood warnings remain in effect Friday across the south-central U.S., with major flooding along Mississippi's Jourdan River, moderate flooding on Alabama's Fish River, minor flooding in Louisiana and Texas, and ongoing flash flooding in downtown Dallas.
18 Killed in Lebanon as Israeli Strikes Follow Soldier Deaths
Israeli airstrikes killed 18 in southern Lebanon and four Israeli soldiers died in fighting with Hezbollah, threatening a new US-Iran deal aimed at ending regional conflict.
Russia Strikes Continue as Ukrainian Drones Hit Moscow Oil Refinery a Second Time
Ukrainian drones struck the Moscow Oil Refinery and surrounding areas in one of the largest attacks on the Russian capital, injuring at least 16 people and prompting Zelenskyy to warn that if Ukraine burns, Moscow will burn too, while Lavrov pledged ongoing large-scale Russian strikes on Ukrainian targets.
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Ukraine Strikes Moscow Oil Refinery in Large-Scale Drone Attack
Ukraine launched drone strikes on Moscow's oil refinery, wounding 17, and other Russian targets, according to Ukrainian and Russian statements. Russia accuses Ukraine of killing a Zaporizhzhia plant worker and vows continued massive strikes.
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Zelensky Calls Moscow Refinery Attack Justified Response to Russian Strikes
Ukraine conducted its largest drone attack on Moscow since at least 2024, hitting the capital's major oil refinery and prompting widespread air defense action as Zelensky described the strikes as justified retaliation.
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Lebanon Strikes Kill Four as Israeli Attacks Continue Despite US-Iran Agreement
Israeli strikes persisted in southern Lebanon on Wednesday, killing at least four despite a US-Iran agreement to end the war. Iran threatens harsh response while Trump criticizes Netanyahu and Israeli leaders refuse withdrawal.
National Weather Service Issues Severe Thunderstorm Warnings for Central Iowa Counties
Active severe thunderstorm warnings cover multiple Iowa counties with 70 mph winds and hail, Switzerland is under a high-level heatwave alert with temperatures to 35C, and minor flooding persists along the Pearl River in Louisiana and Mississippi.
FBI Stops Alleged Drone Plot Targeting UFC Event at White House
The FBI foiled a planned attack using explosive drones on the UFC event at the White House, leading to multiple arrests including an Ohio man whose mother reported suspicious activity.
Hong Kong Issues Amber Rainstorm Warning as Texas Faces Flash Floods and Southwest New Mexico Sees Fire Weather Alerts
Hong Kong remains under an amber rainstorm warning with more downpours forecast, northwestern Duval County Texas is under a flash flood warning after heavy overnight rain, and multiple regions of New Mexico are under red flag and fire weather alerts for hot, dry, windy conditions.
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Iran War Ends With US Deal Reopening Strait of Hormuz
The US and Iran prepare to sign a framework deal ending their war that killed Supreme Leader Khamenei and devastated Iran's economy, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and deferring nuclear talks while analysts call the outcome a lose-lose for all sides.
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Russian Strikes Set Fire to Kyiv's Historic Dormition Cathedral and Kill 11
Russian overnight strikes on 14-15 June killed at least 11 across Ukraine, set ablaze the Dormition Cathedral at Kyiv's Pechersk Lavra and damaged the Dovzhenko Film Studio, Mystetskyi Arsenal, Nova Poshta terminal and other sites.
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Philippines Earthquake Death Toll Rises to 65 With 36 Still Missing
One week after a magnitude-7.8 earthquake struck southern Mindanao, the Philippines death toll stands at 65 with 36 missing. The quake lifted the seabed by up to two meters, exposing and killing coral reefs while retracting the coastline by 200 meters.
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Flash Flood Warnings Extended for Multiple Central Texas Counties After Heavy Overnight Rain
Flash flood warnings remain active in several central Texas counties after thunderstorms dropped 2-5 inches of rain, with additional downpours possible. A separate ASEAN report notes 19 disasters including floods and storms across Southeast Asia in mid-June 2026.
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Three Killed in Israeli Strike on Beirut as UN Chief Condemns Attack
Israeli airstrikes on Beirut's southern suburbs killed at least three, drawing UN condemnation and Iranian threats of retaliation while complicating US-Iran peace negotiations, with Trump criticizing the timing.
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Israeli Strike Kills Two in Beirut Suburb After Hezbollah Launches Projectiles
Israel struck Hezbollah targets in Beirut's southern suburbs on June 14, 2026, killing two according to Lebanese reports, in response to projectiles fired into Israel amid delicate U.S.-Iran negotiations to end the wider conflict.
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NWS Issues Flood, Thunderstorm and Fire Weather Alerts Across U.S. States
National Weather Service warnings Saturday cover flash flooding in Texas, river flooding in Iowa and Washington state, severe thunderstorms in West Virginia, and red flag fire weather in Alaska.
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Ukraine Strikes Prompt Putin to Increase Attacks on Infrastructure
Russia's president announces escalated strikes on Ukrainian infrastructure to deter Kyiv's attacks, as Ukrainian drones hit Tatarstan, damage the Chonhar Bridge in Crimea, and disrupt fuel supplies causing shortages and panic.
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United States Severe Weather Triggers Flood Warnings Across Kansas and Missouri
United States severe weather update: Flood warnings remain in effect for rivers in Kansas and Missouri, a severe thunderstorm warning is active in Oklahoma, and flash flooding threatens Arkansas after heavy rainfall.
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Trump Announces Strong US Strikes on Iran as Tehran Claims Strait of Hormuz Closure
US President Trump has announced imminent strong strikes on Iran following a second night of mutual attacks, while Tehran claims it closed the Strait of Hormuz; UN Secretary-General Guterres urges immediate ceasefire as analysts warn of a new pattern of managed conflict.
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United States Severe Weather Leaves 300,000 Without Power in Midwest
Severe weather across the United States has caused major power outages, tornado damage, a fatality in Iowa, and flight chaos in Chicago and New York, with dangerous heat now forecast for the East Coast.
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Iran Strikes on U.S. Bases Follow Second Day of American Attacks
Iran launched strikes on U.S. bases in Jordan, Kuwait and Bahrain in response to fresh American attacks on Iranian military sites, causing minor injuries from debris in Bahrain and straining the April ceasefire, with mediators still pursuing talks.
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Ukrainian Forces Intercept 7,476 Russian Drones in May at 91.73 Percent Rate
Ukrainian drone units achieved a 91.73% interception rate against Russian munitions in May 2026 and now hold a widening 1.5-to-1 advantage in FPV systems, while Nigerian troops contained a Cameroonian incursion linked to a local levy dispute.