📰 U.S.–Middle East
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Gaza ceasefire proposal: President Trump says Israel has agreed to a U.S.-backed 60-day ceasefire with Hamas, who are reportedly still reviewing the offer. Meanwhile, protests in Tel Aviv demand the release of remaining hostages. (wng.org)
🇺🇸 U.S. Domestic & Foreign Policy
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Controversial U.S. migrant detention center opens: A new immigration detention facility—nicknamed “Alligator Alcatraz” due to its Florida Everglades location—is now operational. Built under emergency powers invoked by the Trump administration, it features advanced surveillance and fencing and has capacity for over 2,500 people. Civil rights groups have voiced concerns about legal access and extreme environmental risks. (cnn.com, reuters.com, replaced Indian Express source)
🌍 Europe Heatwave
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Record-breaking European heatwave: June was Europe and the UK’s hottest June on record. Several countries like Spain (46 °C), Portugal (46.6 °C), and England hit record highs. Infrastructure struggles include closures of schools, limits on outdoor work, and emergency measures for vulnerable groups. The UN warns such extreme events will become more common due to climate change. (theguardian.com)
🤖 AI & Tech
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Spanish startup Maisa joins AI elite: Spain’s Maisa has been named by Gartner alongside Google, Amazon, Salesforce, and LangChain as a leading enterprise AI-agent vendor, marking a milestone for Europe in the AI space. (worldbusinessoutlook.com)
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GOP rift over AI regulation: A push-by Trump’s tax bill to prevent states from passing AI regulation for 10 years has stalled due to Republican disagreements, dimming the bill’s prospects. (usnews.com)
🌏 Asia & Global Affairs
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China leads nuclear arms-free initiative: China has expressed willingness to spearhead the Southeast Asia Nuclear Weapon-Free Zone treaty, coordinating with other key players like Russia. (usnews.com)
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Greek wildfires: Crete battles worsening wildfires, evacuating over 1,000 people to shelter; Greece, like its neighbors, grapples with climate-driven disasters during the heatwave. (reuters.com)
📌 Key Ongoing Crises
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Mid‑East escalation (Israel–Iran): Tensions remain high following Israel’s June 13 strikes on Iran. Iran responded with missile and drone attacks. The conflict risks widening amid added military posturing. (reuters.com)
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India–Pakistan standoff: After a deadly April terrorist attack in Kashmir, Pakistan and India remain on high alert, engaging in military drills and diplomatic accusations. The potential for further escalation persists. (bbc.com, replacing Indian source)
📚 Summary
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Ceasefire efforts in Gaza remain uncertain.
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U.S. opens highly secure migrant center in the Everglades.
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Europe faces its hottest June on record.
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Spain's Maisa recognized in global AI rankings.
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GOP infighting stalls AI legislation in U.S.
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China steps into nuclear diplomacy leadership in Southeast Asia.
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Wildfires prompt evacuations in Greece.
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Israel-Iran & India-Pakistan tensions remain flashpoints.
✅ Source References
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Gaza ceasefire & Tel Aviv protests: wng.org
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U.S. migrant facility: cnn.com, reuters.com
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Europe heatwave: theguardian.com
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AI elite listing: worldbusinessoutlook.com
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U.S. AI regulation: usnews.com
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China on SEANWFZ: usnews.com
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Greek fires: reuters.com
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Israel–Iran conflict: reuters.com
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India–Pakistan conflict: bbc.com
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