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Israel v. Iran
Iranian missile strikes cause extensive damage to a major hospital in southern Israel; Iran says it targeted a nearby military-linked technology park.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warns Israel will strike all of Iran’s nuclear facilities in response.
President Trump says he will give diplomacy two weeks before deciding on possible U.S. military action.
Israel hopes the U.S. will join a joint strike on Iran’s Fordow Nuclear Facility within 48–72 hours, with a possible operation as early as Friday, according to Israeli security sources.
If the U.S. declines, Israel is prepared to act alone to maintain its recent military advantage over Iran.
An Iran-backed militia in Iraq threatens to attack U.S. military bases if the U.S. joins the conflict.
Netanyahu suggests Iran’s supreme leader could be targeted, warning that “no one in Iran should have immunity.”
Australia suspends operations at its embassy in Tehran due to the worsening security situation. Australian officials and their dependents have been ordered to leave Iran. Foreign Minister Penny Wong says Australia’s ambassador will remain in the region to assist with the response to the Iran-Israel conflict.
Non Israel News
Trump says on Truth Social there are too many “non-working holidays” in America, appearing to take a swipe at Juneteenth while suggesting Americans should work more.
Defense Secretary Hegseth’s office reportedly ordered a “passive approach” to Juneteenth messaging at the Pentagon amid the Trump administration’s broader crackdown on DEI programs.
ICE agents arrived at Dodger Stadium early Thursday morning and requested access to the stadium's parking lots. The Dodgers refused entry, confirming the incident in a public statement shortly afterward.
South Carolina Republican state Rep. RJ May arrested for allegedly distributing child sexual abuse material; prosecutors say he used the username "joebidennnn69."
Trump becomes the first U.S. president since 1909 not to receive an invitation to the NAACP convention.
NYPD investigating car bomb threat against mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani.
Senate Republicans propose deeper Medicaid cuts to help fund tax bill — Bloomberg.
DHS issues new rules requiring lawmakers to give 72 hours’ notice before visiting detention centers.
Some immigration facilities have been made completely off-limits to elected officials.
The move follows tense visits by Democratic lawmakers, some of whom were turned away, arrested, or manhandled during recent inspections.
Critics argue the policy violates the 2024 Federal Appropriations Act, which allows lawmakers access without prior notice.
As the U.S. braces for a severe wildfire season, federal crews warn Trump-era budget cuts, staffing shortages, weakened climate science programs, and a rushed wildfire agency overhaul have left them underprepared.
See you in the morning.
— Aaron
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