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Middle East crisis live: Iran launches broad retaliatory attacks after US strikes over downed helicopter
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards Corps says it has targeted an airbase in Jordan hosting US forces, as well as Kuwait and Bahrain, in response to US strikes Trump launches strikes against Iran after downing of US army helicopterWelcome to our live coverage of the crisis in the Middle East.Iran says it has launched a missile attack at an airbase in Jordan hosting US forces, after also targeting Kuwait and Bahrain. The Revolutionary Guards said missiles have targeted the Muwaffaq Salti airbase, which i...
Collins secures GOP nod in Maine Senate battle that could decide GOP majority
As she runs for a sixth six-year term in the U.S. Senate in left-leaning Maine, Republican Sen. Susan Collins is now officially her party's nominee in a crucial race that's one of a handful across the country that will determine whether Republicans keep control of their slim Senate majority.Collins can toss the "presumptive nominee" title after formally landing her party's nomination on Tuesday by running unopposed in Maine's Senate GOP primary.As she fights for re-election, the 73-year-old Coll...
Iran strikes Bahrain and Jordan in retaliation for US attacks in Hormuz
Strikes come after US attacked Iranian ports and islands in the Strait of Hormuz over the downing of a helicopter.
Nancy Mace Loses South Carolina Governor Primary After Trump Endorsement Snub
BreakingBusinessNancy Mace Loses South Carolina Governor Primary After Trump Endorsement SnubBySiladitya Ray,Forbes Staff. Siladitya Ray is a New Delhi-based Forbes news team reporter.Follow AuthorJun 09, 2026, 10:55pm EDTJun 09, 2026, 11:00pm EDTToplineRep. Nancy Mace failed to advance in the GOP’s South Carolina Gubernatorial primary on Tuesday night, ending up in fifth place, after the Congresswoman failed to gain President Donald Trump’s endorsement going into the highly competitive race—whi...
Watch: Trump's 'proportional response' to Iran after helicopter attack
Following Iran's downing of a US Apache helicopter near the Strait of Hormuz, President Trump ordered retaliatory strikes on Iranian air defense systems. This escalation intensifies months of Middle East tensions, disrupting shipping and raising global energy prices. Iran vowed a "decisive response," casting doubt on ceasefire efforts amid ongoing regional hostilities.
UK, allies slap sanctions over violence by Israeli settlers
LONDON: Britain, Canada, France and Norway announced coordinated sanctions on Tuesday against Israeli networks involved in financing, enabling and carrying out violence in Israeli-occupied West Bank. The move follows escalating violence by Israeli settlers, which diplomats say is intended to undermine prospects for a Palestinian state. Meanwhile, a UN inquiry said on Tuesday that Israeli forces shield settlers during attacks on Palestinians in occupied West Bank. Israeli authorities are directly...
Police scrap 'Islamic blasphemy law' after free speech uproar
A police force has scrapped its "Islamic blasphemy law" after a free speech uproar and a potential legal challenge.South Wales Police said it will "pause" implementation of the controversial plan to record instances of "hostility" towards Muslims.Criticised as a de facto blasphemy law, it would have instructed officers to log anything which went beyond what was constituted a "legitimate" discussion of Islam.Opponents warned a subjective definition gave officers the power to decide what was consi...
Former Cameron adviser Steve Hilton advances in California governor's race
Trump-endorsed Brit Steve Hilton advances in California governor's race3 hours agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAna FaguyGetty ImagesSteve Hilton, a former top adviser to ex-UK Prime Minister David Cameron and a former Fox News host, will advance as one of two candidates in the race for California governor, US media outlets project. After a week of counting ballots from the 2 June primary race, Hilton secured his slot to move ahead in the election, edging out billionaire climate activist To...
NSW admits pro-Palestine protester Hannah Thomas was assaulted by police officers and falsely imprisoned
State admits former Greens candidate entitled to damages and agrees to pay medical costs, but denies malicious prosecution and malfeasance in public officeFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe state of New South Wales has admitted that a police officer punched Hannah Thomas in the eye while holding a torch at a pro-Palestine protest – and it’s offered to pay her medical costs.Court documents seen by Guardian Australia...
Sedition cases, ‘head money’ against JAAC leaders ordered
• Clashes with law enforcers reported as rallies from various parts of region attempt to converge on Muzaffarabad• Several feared dead, two cops among scores injured• PM Rathore urges a return to talks• Five held from Muzaffarabad on suspicion of ‘links to foreign agencies’ MUZAFFARABAD: Parts of Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) remained in the throes of a crippling shutter-down strike on Tuesday, which was punctuated by clashes between law enforcers and supporters of the recently-proscribed Joint A...
Jan Dhan Yojana To Ayushman Bharat: 5 Schemes That Marked PM Modi's 12 Years
Five government schemes rolled out during PM Modi government are Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission, PM Awas Yojana, Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana and Ayushman Bharat
Protesters torch cars, buildings in Belfast after knife attack
Unrest comes after a Sudanese man was arrested over a stabbing attack in north Belfast, UK.
US completes strikes in response to Iran's attack on Apache helicopter
US forces completed "self-defense strikes" against Iran in response to the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter on Monday, the US Central Command said on Tuesday local time.
Equalities watchdog forced to move office after threats from trans activists
Britain's equalities watchdog has been forced to move office after being inundated with threats from transgender activists, it has been revealed. A group previously linked to attacks on MPs' offices and a women's conference has forced the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to relocate its headquarters after targeting the watchdog, chairwoman Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson said.On Tuesday, Dr Stephenson told the women and equalities select committee that fears over the safety of EHRC staff have...
PETER VAN ONSELEN: I've watched opinion polls for 30 years. What's happening with Pauline Hanson's surge is truly remarkable
PETER VAN ONSELEN: I've watched opinion polls for 30 years. What's happening with Pauline Hanson's surge is truly remarkableBy PETER VAN ONSELEN, POLITICAL EDITOR, AUSTRALIA Published: 03:03, 10 June 2026 | Updated: 03:03, 10 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Graham Platner wins Maine Democratic Senate primary, CBS News projects | Special Report
CBS News projects that Graham Platner has won Maine's Democratic Senate primary, setting up a November battle with Sen. Susan Collins for her seat. Platner had faced a bevy of scandals in recent weeks. Jessi Mitchell anchored CBS News' special report.
South Carolina primary results: Trump-backed Evette in runoff for governor
Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette, backed by Trump, and state Attorney General Alan Wilson will advance to a runoff in the South Carolina Republican gubernatorial primary.
Platner wins Maine primary to challenge Collins
Platner wins Maine primary to challenge CollinsJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGetty ImagesSenate candidate Graham Platner has won the Democratic primary for Maine, putting him on course to face-off against the state's longtime Republican Senator Susan Collins in the November midterm elections.Platner, an oyster farmer and former combat marine who has never run for office, has been plagued by a series of scandals since joining the crowded race.His victory comes as voters also headed t...
Democrats await ranked choice vote in Maine to decide key House nominee
Former Republican Gov. Paul LePage is moving onto the general election in Maine’s 2nd District, NBC News projects, as the crowded Democratic field in one of the country’s most important battleground districts remains unresolved ahead of a ranked choice voting tabulation.
President Xi Jinping's key quotes on dialogue among civilizations
The world observes the International Day for Dialogue Among Civilizations on June 10, a date designated in 2024 by a United Nations General Assembly resolution proposed by China and co-sponsored by over 80 countries. Chinese President Xi Jinping has stressed that tolerance, coexistence, exchanges and mutual learning among different civilizations play an irreplaceable role in making the garden of world civilizations flourish.Here are some of Xi's key quotes.