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DHS transfers all detainees from Alligator Alcatraz

June 18, 2026 |

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.

Knicks accept Trump White House invitation, Dolan says

June 17, 2026 |

Politics, Sport and US

Knicks owner James Dolan said the team accepted an invitation to visit President Donald Trump at the White House after winning the NBA championship. The date and player attendance have not been determined.

Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro took to the streets on Sunday in protest of his October election loss to President Luiz Inacio Lula…

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Trump Iran deal draws Republican backlash

June 17, 2026 |

Politics, US and World

Trump and Iran sign initial deal to halt war

June 17, 2026 |

Financial, Politics and World

Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian signed a 60-day initial agreement to halt the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin talks on Iran’s nuclear program. The deal drew praise from G7 leaders and sharp criticism from U.S. lawmakers and Iranian hardliners.

U.S. and Iran sign memorandum to end war

June 17, 2026 |

Politics and World

The United States and Iran have electronically signed a memorandum intended to halt the war and launch 60 days of talks toward a final agreement. The document includes sanctions relief, nuclear commitments, Strait of Hormuz provisions and a proposed $300 billion reconstruction plan for Iran.

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