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Defending Sovereignty: Israel’s Fight Secures Global Liberty

When states uphold their duty to protect citizens from terror, they reinforce the freedoms that undergird free markets and limited government.

Zendaya in a scene from Euphoria in from of a neon sign that says Silver Slipper
EconomyYesterday

Hollywood Mega-Merger Leaves Consumers and Workers Paying the Price

The consolidation of Paramount and Warner Bros Discovery into a $110 billion entity creates a massive debt-laden giant that analysts warn will lead to higher streaming costs and significant job losses.

A man in a black puffer jacket, chequered shirt and hat stands outside in a street in front of buildings
Culture WarYesterday

Bureaucratic red tape leaves Nepali flood victims in legal limbo

Families of thousands missing after catastrophic flooding in Nepal are being denied death certificates and essential compensation due to rigid, outdated civil codes that fail to account for natural disasters.

A black and white image of President Trump on the right with an image of the Republican Party elephant logo on the left
Politics20h ago

Republican Candidates Navigate Economic Headwinds as Voters Feel the Pinch

Republican candidates across the country are balancing support for the Trump administration's economic record with the urgent need to address voter concerns over inflation and the high cost of living.

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Thursday, June 18

A woman wearing a black dress walks past an anti-US mural outside the former US embassy in Tehran on 15 June.
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

The Iran MOU: A Strategic Retreat That Rewards Tehran

A new memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran offers massive economic concessions to the regime in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a move critics argue signals a strategic defeat.

Black smoke billows over the Moscow ring road from a fire at an oil refinery
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

Ukraine brings the war to Moscow with massive drone barrage

Ukraine executed its largest drone strike on Moscow since the start of the war, successfully penetrating Russian air defenses to strike a major oil refinery and forcing the Kremlin to confront the consequences of its ongoing aggression.

A woman with a hat on the left and a boy in navy shirt on the right.
TechJune 18, 2026

UK moves to ban social media for minors: Is it time for the US to follow suit?

The United Kingdom is implementing a strict social media ban for children under 16, sparking a necessary debate on whether the United States should impose similar restrictions to protect the next generation.

A woman with a hat on the left and a boy in navy shirt on the right.
TechJune 18, 2026

Big Tech's Grip on Our Children: Should the U.S. Follow the UK's Lead?

The United Kingdom is implementing a social media ban for children under 16, prompting a national conversation in the U.S. about whether similar restrictions are needed to protect minors from addictive online features.

Bunting of Iranian flags next to missiles on display, with Azadi Tower in the background, during the 47th anniversary of the Islamic Revolution in Tehran, Iran February 11, 2026.
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

Trump’s Iran Deal: A New Framework for Regional Stability

President Trump has signed a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding with Iran to conclude the conflict initiated on February 28, setting the stage for future negotiations on nuclear programs and regional economic stability.

Apple CEO Tim Cook smiles as he holds up an orange iPhone 17 Pro during an event at the company's headquarters
TechJune 18, 2026

Apple Prepares Price Hikes as AI Craze and Global Instability Drive Up Costs

Apple is set to pass surging memory chip costs onto consumers as the tech giant struggles with supply chain pressures and the global AI boom.

The Forwarder anchored at port. The tanker is imposed over the BBC Verify colours and branding.
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker Brazenly Enters English Channel

A Russian-flagged tanker, the Forwarder, has entered the English Channel, marking the first such transit by a shadow fleet vessel since the UK seized the Smyrtos for sanctions violations.

BBC Russia editor in a suit
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

Ukraine Strikes Heart of Russia in Massive Drone Offensive

Ukraine launched its largest drone assault on Russian territory since the start of the war, hitting targets near Moscow and destroying an oil depot in the Rostov region.

BBC Russia editor in a suit
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

Ukraine Unleashes Massive Drone Assault on Russian Soil

Ukraine launched its largest drone offensive against Russia since the start of the conflict, hitting targets near Moscow and critical infrastructure in the Rostov region.

A man in a suit and glasses, with short dark hair, holds the arms of a woman wearing a shirt and suit jacket and glasses, in front of the American and Bolivian flags.
PoliticsJune 18, 2026

Bolivia Realigns With U.S. to Combat Narco-Terrorism

Bolivia has signed a $20 million security agreement with the United States to train and equip its forces to fight the drug trade, signaling a major shift away from the anti-American policies of the past.

The presidents of the US and Iran.
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

Trump Signs Initial Peace Memo With Iran to Avert Economic Catastrophe

President Trump has signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran to cease hostilities and stabilize global energy markets, though the deal faces significant scrutiny regarding its long-term security implications.

Trump signs deal to end Iran war at Palace of Versailles
Foreign PolicyJune 18, 2026

Trump Secures Ceasefire Agreement with Iran at Versailles

President Donald Trump successfully negotiated a 14-point Memorandum of Understanding to extend the ceasefire with Iran during a diplomatic summit in France.