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Khamenei Labels Trump a 'Criminal' Over Iran Protests
Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei accused US President Donald Trump of being a 'criminal' for causing casualties, damage, and slander during ongoing protests in Iran. He highlighted Trump's personal involvement in the unrest, amid slight internet restoration after a shutdown.
Protests have reportedly killed at least 2,500 people in recent weeks.
IDF Thwarts Drone Smuggling of M-16s from Egypt
Israeli Defense Forces stopped drones attempting to smuggle six M-16 rifles across the Egypt border. Troops identified and seized the weapons after the drones were spotted.
This incident underscores ongoing security challenges in the region.
US Seeks Death Penalty for Killer of Israeli Embassy Staff
US Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the Justice Department will pursue the death penalty against Elias Rodriguez for murdering two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington, DC, last year. Victims Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim were killed leaving a Jewish event.
The couple was set to be engaged.
Protester Arrested After Removing Iranian Flag from London Embassy
London police arrested a protester who climbed the Iranian embassy roof and removed the Islamic Republic flag, injuring several officers. The incident occurred during ongoing demonstrations outside the embassy.
Multiple arrests were made.
Trump Threatens Tariffs on Countries Opposing US Greenland Control
President Trump warned of tariffs against nations not supporting US control over Greenland, amid a US-Denmark dispute. A bipartisan Congressional delegation visited Copenhagen to ease tensions.
European troops have arrived in Greenland for Arctic security.
Violent Clashes in Minneapolis After Second ICE Shooting
Tensions escalated in Minneapolis with clashes between protesters and federal officials following a second ICE-involved shooting in a week. Trump threatened to invoke a rare law to quell unrest, but a federal judge halted US troop deployment.
Parents reported ICE using flashbangs and tear gas near their children.
US Imposes New Sanctions on Iran Amid Deadly Protests
The US sanctioned an Iranian official and 18 individuals in a shadow banking network linked to protests. At least 2,500 protesters have been killed, with numbers possibly higher.
A hard-line cleric called for death penalties for detainees and threatened Trump.
Chicago Police Warn Protesters Against Targeting Federal Agents
Chicago's police chief urged protesters not to box in or follow federal agents amid rising tensions. This follows similar unrest patterns seen in Minneapolis.
Local authorities aim to prevent further escalation.
European Troops Deploy to Greenland Amid US-Denmark Tensions
European forces arrived in Greenland to ensure Arctic security as US-Denmark disputes over ownership intensify. NATO tensions are not seen as terminal, per Latvian official.
Trump pushes for US control.
Venezuela’s Machado Gifts Nobel Peace Prize to Trump
Opposition leader MarĂa Corina Machado presented her Nobel Peace Prize to President Trump, who confirmed receiving it. Trump called it an honor during their meeting.
This occurs amid her political activities in Venezuela.