Middle East war live: Iran’s military announces ‘cessation’ of attacks on Israel
Iran’s military command on Monday announced it was halting its operation against Israel after the two sides exchanged fire for the first time since a truce took effect in April. Iran had delivered a “painful response” to Israel and “accordingly, the cessation of armed forces operations is hereby announced”, the Khatam al-Anbiya command said in a statement carried by state television. Summary:
Top 10 Largest Banks In The World 2026: Unpacking Their Global Influence
The global financial system relies on a vast, interconnected network of institutions that facilitate commerce, encourage investment, and ensure economic stability. Banks stand at the core of this system, providing essential services from personal banking for individuals to complex financial solutions for multinational corporations and governments. Their sheer size, typically measured by total assets, often reflects their extensive reach, profound influence, and capacity to shape economic trajectories across continents. As we progress into 2026, the global banking sector continues its dynamic evolution, marked by strategic consolidation, rapid technological integration, and shifting geopolitical landscapes.
Elon Musk Compares His Work to Miracles Performed by Jesus Christ
Stop us if you’ve heard this one before: a formerly beloved public figure eviscerates their own reputation via a years-long ego-driven crash out, eventually losing their sense of perspective in such spectacular fashion that they end up comparing their work to that of a beloved religious figure. This time it’s … Elon Musk, “Restoring control of people who are tetraplegics and restoring sight I think are pretty big deals,” Musk boasted. “They’re sort of what I might call Jesus-level technologies.”
Mark Zuckerberg is building an AI clone of himself to talk to staff. Why the Meta move raises uncomfortable questions about the future of work
The Financial Times reports (1) that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is overseeing creation of a 3D animated avatar of himself — with artificial intelligence trained on his voice, mannerisms and thinking. The project team is feeding Zuckerberg’s public statements and strategic views to his AI counterpart
The Islamist regime in Iran is an existential threat to neighbouring Arab states
If you turn on British left-wing television, all you will hear is how Israel and the United States are attacking Iran. The Islamic Republic of Iran, if Channel 4 et al. are to be believed, is an innocent victim. But this is not true. The Islamist regime in Iran is attacking its Arab neighbours, both their infrastructure and economies, which has led to Arab states viewing Iran as an existential threat, just as it is to Israel. The Arab states of the Persian Gulf can no longer pretend that the threat posed by the Islamic Republic of Iran is manageable …
Iran launches missiles at Israel in first bombardment since fragile ceasefire
Air raid sirens sounded in Israel on Sunday night as its military worked to intercept barrages of incoming Iranian missiles for the first time since a fragile ceasefire took effect in early April. The Iranian missile attack was in retaliation for deadly Israeli strikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs earlier Sunday as the tit-for-tat attacks complicated mediation efforts to end the war.
Israel finds terror tunnels under the Crusader castle of Beaufort captured in Lebanon
According to a statement from the military, the tunnels were used by the terrorist group Hezbollah. They were planned and financed with the help of Iran, according to Israel. Several units from the army and military intelligence are now working to secure the tunnel system and consolidate control over the area, which has been described as a “terror hub.”
Bolivia’s Congress approves law allowing military action against protests and blockades
Bolivia’s Congress passed a new law on Sunday allowing the military to be deployed against protests and blockades shaking the country.
Pakistan has important message for the Ayatollah
Pakistan’s Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi is in Tehran to try to revive negotiations between Iran and the United States. Naqvi will deliver a message to Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, from Pakistan’s Army Chief, Asim Munir, the state-run Iranian news agency Irna reports. “I think it’s an important message,” Naqvi said,
Former Musk Adviser Sriram Krishnan Leaving White House AI Role
Senior White House policy adviser on artificial intelligence Sriram Krishnan, … announced Saturday he will leave his role at the end of June. In a social media post, Krishnan described serving the American people as “the privilege of a lifetime” and thanked President Donald Trump for the opportunity. “Without his leadership, we would not be leading in the AI race,” Krishnan wrote.
Iran threatens new attack on Israel after IDF responds to Hezbollah fire with Beirut strikes
Despite US pressure, IDF strikes Hezbollah HQ in Dahiyeh district following rocket attack. Earlier, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that the IDF had “struck terrorist headquarters in the Dahiyeh district” of the capital in a terse statement, despite reports in recent days that the U.S. had been pressuring Israel not to strike there to avoid further endangering the fragile ceasefire in Lebanon. … Hezbollah’ … The terror group rejected the agreement outright, vowing to continue firing on Israel.
Polls Confirm: Israelis and Palestinians Both Reject Two-State Solution as Sovereignty Push Gains Momentum Before Elections
Conducted by Direct Polls under pollster Tzuriel Sharon, the survey of 489 Jewish Israelis found that 59% support applying some form of Israeli sovereignty over Judea and Samaria, and 71% oppose the establishment of a Palestinian state in any form. The Sovereignty Movement says the results create not just an opportunity but an obligation for the current government to advance the issue before the next election.
Iran fires 10 barrages of missiles at Israel after threatening retaliation for Beirut strikes
Ten missile barrages were launched from Iran toward Israel on Sunday night, prompting interception efforts by the Israel Defense Forces and triggering emergency restrictions across the country after a day of mounting tensions linked to Israeli strikes in Beirut. The military said it detected the launches and was operating to intercept the incoming missiles. Home Front Command distributed warning messages to residents and instructed people in affected areas to move into protected spaces when alerted.
Trump is outmaneuvering Iran, not stopping Netanyahu
Marc Zell, Chairman of Republicans Overseas Israel and Vice President & General Counsel of Republicans Overseas Inc, on Sunday rejected reports that US President Donald Trump ordered Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu not to retaliate for the Iranian missile launches towards Israeli territory. Zell told Arutz Sheva-Israel National News that this is merely part of Trump’s strategy meant to outmaneuver Iran. “The reports that Trump told Netanyahu not to retaliate are a deliberate deception – part of Trump’s classic strategy to keep the other side off balance,” he said. “Israel responded against Hezbollah, and rightly so. Israel will not succumb to terrorist blackmail from Iran. Netanyahu will pass the test, and President Trump will continue to outmaneuver the Iranian leadership. The time has come to finish the job,” added Zell.
Just In: 7.8 earthquake rocks southern Philippines, causing some damage & tsunami warning
People were urged to go to higher ground. There were no immediate reports of casualties; It was not clear if people were trapped or injured in the collapse of a small building in General Santos City. The epicenter was 13 kilometers (8 miles) southwest of General Santos and had a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles). This is a developing story.
As Missiles Fly in Middle East, Most Still Have No Idea We’re Watching World War III Play Out
The Great Middle East War never really stopped; now it’s fully back on. Waves of Iranian missiles have been fired at Israel, and we’re warned Israel will strike back. The 4-year Russia/Ukraine war is escalating, and China just launched a “special maritime law enforcement operation” near Taiwan. Most people in the Western world cannot grasp what is happening.
The Ogallala Aquifer Is Dying – As the Largest Supply of Groundwater In the United States Vanishes, Farmers Are Deeply Concerned About What Is Next
Gigantic underground aquifers are being rapidly depleted all over the world; once that water is gone, it’ll take a long time to come back. Some areas of the U.S. have a recharge rate of less than an inch per year. That’s a major problem because more than half of the water that U.S. farmers use for irrigation comes from underground aquifers.
DC Comics Publishes Pride Month Issue with Trans ‘Wonder Woman’
DC Comics has announced the introduction of a transgender version of Wonder Woman for Pride Month. “The DC Pride priorities have always been to spotlight queer characters, serve as a launchpad for new, year-round DC storytelling, and celebrate our roster of incredible talent,” DC editor Andrea Shea said in a statement.
Iran Fires Missiles at Israel in First Since April, After IDF Airstrike on Beirut ‘Crossed All Red Lines’
Iran made good on its earlier threats after the IDF conducted a deadly airstrike on Lebanon’s capital, Beirut, earlier on Sunday. Day one hundred of the war has seen a major renewal and escalation, again bringing Iran and Israel into a likely state of all-out war.
‘No Israel’ Without Trump? Mr. President, God Isn’t Looking for a Partner to Share His Glory
“Tell you what, if there wasn’t me, there would be no Israel right now…” Those were the words of President Trump in an interview on Wednesday. Very respectfully, I want to say to the President of the United States, Mr. Trump, you’re wrong. Trump has been the best friend Israel ever had in the White House. But Israel doesn’t exist because of any man.
Heartbeat International launches tracker for abortion pill incidents in US
Heartbeat International announced on Tuesday a new resource tracking documented reports of poisonings and coercion enabled by abortion pills to give the public a fuller picture of at-home chemical abortions’ impact across the United States.
Washington school board director, sex shop owner hosts sex ed event for kids as young as 9
A Washington school board director who owns a sex shop is helping host a sex education event for children as young as 9 years old, drawing scrutiny over the program’s content and the role of an elected education official in promoting it.
US intercepts Iranian drones fired at Bahrain, Kuwait, retaliates by striking radar sites
U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) intercepted six Iranian ballistic missiles fired toward Kuwait and Bahrain after American forces struck Iranian radar sites, as tensions continue to rise amid stalled negotiations between Washington and Tehran.
Christians Are Being Hunted Like Sport
Survivors report that Islamist Fulani militants tell them as they burn their homes and cut down their neighbors: “We will destroy all Christians.” That is not the language of a land dispute or a tribal conflict, no matter how many times the Nigerian government has tried to frame it that way. That is a religious extermination campaign.
Assisted Suicide Advocates Want to Expand Canada’s Euthanasia Scheme Worldwide
Advocates for assisted suicide continue to promote laws letting people receive prescriptions for lethal drugs. Example: In Ohio, an assisted suicide measure says “medical aid in dying” provides the terminally ill an option. Center for Christian Virtue called the legislation “a Trojan horse for mandated death” that would pressure vulnerable people to end their lives via assisted suicide.