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Netanyahu Says Israel Won’t Leave Occupied Land in Lebanon

Netanyahu Says Israel Won’t Leave Occupied Land in Lebanon

Sa Wi | June 17, 2026 | 12:00 pm | World News

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will continue holding occupied territory in southern Lebanon despite diplomatic efforts tied to the US-Iran peace agreement. He argued that maintaining security zones in Lebanon, as well as parts of Syria and Gaza, is necessary to counter threats from Hezbollah and protect Israel’s…

US Air Force B-52 Test Flight Ends in Fatal Crash

US Air Force B-52 Test Flight Ends in Fatal Crash

Sa Wi | June 16, 2026 | 12:00 pm | World News

A US Air Force B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California on June 15, killing all eight people on board. The aircraft was conducting a routine test mission linked to a radar modernization program, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation.

US and Iran Set to Sign Peace Deal After More Than 100 Days of Conflict

US and Iran Set to Sign Peace Deal After More Than 100 Days of Conflict

Sa Wi | June 15, 2026 | 12:00 pm | World News

The United States and Iran are expected to sign a peace agreement this week after announcing a ceasefire following more than 100 days of conflict. The proposed deal includes ending hostilities, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing sanctions, and releasing frozen Iranian assets, though key details have yet to be…

Switzerland Votes on Landmark Plan to Cap Population at 10 Million

Switzerland Votes on Landmark Plan to Cap Population at 10 Million

Sa Wi | June 14, 2026 | 12:00 pm | World News

Swiss voters are deciding whether to cap the country’s population at 10 million by 2050 in a referendum backed by the right-wing Swiss People’s Party. Supporters say immigration is straining housing and public services, while critics warn the measure could hurt the economy and jeopardize Switzerland’s free-movement agreement with the…

Anthropic Restricts Access to Advanced AI Models After US Directive

Anthropic Restricts Access to Advanced AI Models After US Directive

Sa Wi | June 13, 2026 | 12:00 pm | Technology, World News

Anthropic has disabled access to its most advanced AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos 5, after receiving a US government directive restricting their use by foreign nationals over national security concerns. The company said it disagrees with the scope of the order but is complying while seeking clarification. The move…