WorldBritain has released 1,504 pages of documents related to Peter Mandelson’s appointment as ambassador to the US. The files include private messages, vetting records and details of concerns linked to his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that a breach of any part of the Iran–US ceasefire is a violation “on all fronts,” citing Lebanon. US and Israel are blamed for consequences of escalation.
WorldMyanmar President Min Aung Hlaing held talks with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi in New Delhi on trade, border security and the conflict in Myanmar. India also raised cybercrime and discussed connectivity projects affected by fighting.
WorldMexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said the US government was targeting her administration and trying to interfere in Mexico’s internal affairs. She also criticised Washington over extradition requests and rising pressure tied to security issues.
WorldThe US has proposed a phased arrangement under which Hezbollah would stop attacks on Israel and Israel would avoid escalation in Beirut. The proposal was discussed by Marco Rubio with Lebanese and Israeli leaders ahead of talks in Washington.
Donald Trump says Iran agreed to guarantees against developing nuclear weapons, even as reports indicate he sent Tehran a tougher peace framework. Iran’s chief negotiator rejects any deal that fails to secure Iranian rights and warns of renewed uncertainty.
Israel captured Lebanon’s medieval Beaufort Castle and its strategic ridge as it warned civilians to flee and expanded ground operations. The move marks the deepest incursion into Lebanon in 26 years amid renewed fighting.
WorldCompanies are reassessing artificial intelligence spending as token costs, AI agents and computing shortages push bills higher. Some firms are shifting to open-source, smaller or specialised models to manage expenses.
WorldJapan’s defence minister rejected China’s accusation of ‘new militarism’ at the Shangri-La Dialogue and criticised Beijing’s military expansion. China, in turn, renewed its criticism of Japan’s defence posture.
WorldMining in India’s Aravalli hills is intensifying fears over rising heat, dust-related illness and environmental degradation. Residents, activists and experts say the range’s erosion is weakening a natural shield against desert winds.
SportsTom Latham said New Zealand would take confidence from their commanding innings win over Ireland in Belfast. The Black Caps recovered from early trouble before sealing a comfortable result ahead of their Test series against England.
SportsSouth Africa’s departure for the 2026 World Cup was delayed after some players had not received visas. The team was due to fly to its training base in Pachuca before opening the tournament against Mexico on June 11.
