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Hegseth orders review of U.S. forces in Europe

June 18, 2026 |

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month review of U.S. forces in Europe and pushed NATO allies to take primary responsibility for defending the continent. He also criticized some allies over access to bases for Iran-related operations and called for a “NATO 3.0.”

DHS transfers all detainees from Alligator Alcatraz

June 18, 2026 |

Politics and US

The Department of Homeland Security says all detainees have been moved out of Florida’s “Alligator Alcatraz” immigration facility because of hurricane-season safety concerns. Advocates and attorneys say the transfers follow months of complaints over conditions and access to legal counsel.

Trump Iran deal draws Republican backlash

June 17, 2026 |

Politics, US and World

President Donald Trump’s interim agreement with Iran has drawn criticism from several Republicans over a planned $300bn reconstruction fund and concerns about Tehran’s nuclear programme. The 14-point memorandum commits both sides to end military operations and gives them 60 days to negotiate a final deal.

In a rare display of bipartisanship, President Joe Biden and Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) took a ride in the Beast, the armored presidential…

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Ukrainian drones strike Moscow refinery in major attack

June 18, 2026 |

Politics and World

Ukraine struck a major Moscow oil refinery in one of its largest drone attacks on the Russian capital, disrupting flights and sending smoke over the city. Zelenskyy called the strikes a justified response to Russian attacks on Ukraine as both sides reported overnight barrages.

Hegseth orders review of U.S. forces in Europe

June 18, 2026 |

Politics, US and World

Trump Iran deal draws Republican backlash

June 17, 2026 |

Politics, US and World

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