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Paramount Wins Bidding War for Warner Discovery
Paramount Skydance won the bidding for Warner Bros. Discovery after Netflix dropped out. The $31-per-share offer was deemed superior for the company including HBO, Superman, and Harry Potter. This creates a major Hollywood consolidation.
Pakistan Launches Airstrikes on Kabul After Afghan Border Attack
Pakistan struck Kabul and Afghan provinces hours after an Afghan cross-border attack on its troops. Explosions heard in Kabul with no immediate casualty reports; Pakistan calls it a befitting response. Ceasefire appears shaky.
US and Iran Resume Nuclear Talks in Geneva
High-stakes US-Iran nuclear negotiations occurred in Geneva amid military buildup. Iran reports good progress but differences remain; US briefed Trump on potential war risks. Talks aim to avert strikes.
World Economic Forum Head Steps Down Over Epstein Probe
WEF President Børge Brende resigned after an internal investigation into his past contacts with Jeffrey Epstein. He stepped down after over eight years, following a US-prompted probe. Announcement made Thursday.
Trump Doubles Down on Tariffs After Supreme Court Ruling
US Supreme Court ruled Trump's tariffs illegal, but he vowed to raise them to 15%, prompting EU accusations of breaking trade deal. European Parliament suspended pact; counter-measures considered. German MEP calls it clear violation.
Hillary Clinton Defiant After Epstein Deposition
Clinton testified before House committee on Jeffrey Epstein, remaining defiant publicly. She called for Trump to testify on Epstein files amid ongoing investigations. Deposition by Republican-led committee.
US Military Shoots Down Border Drone Over Texas
US military downed a border protection drone over Texas, closing airspace due to DHS-military communication issues. Highlights dangers in border security operations. Incident raises safety concerns.
Cuba Speedboat Shootout Kills US Citizen
Cuban forces killed four in a Florida-registered speedboat shootout off Cuba's coast, including one US citizen. US to investigate amid high tensions from energy embargo. Incident called highly unusual.
Orban Proposes EU Fact-Finding Mission to Druzhba Pipeline
Hungary's Viktor Orban suggested EU mission to Ukrainian Druzhba pipeline section after vetoing 90 billion euro loan to Kyiv. Admits difficulties from his veto amid Ukraine war stakes. Follows pipeline disputes.
France Deploys Aircraft Carrier to Sweden for Northern Defense
France sent an aircraft carrier to Sweden to strengthen defenses in northern Europe. Move addresses shifting US interests in Arctic and regional security. Boosts NATO-aligned presence.
Russian Attacks Pound Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia
Russian overnight strikes hit Kharkiv and Zaporizhzhia, injuring dozens. Attacks continue amid Ukraine conflict, with Estonian PM warning Putin risks fall if war stops. Ongoing war impacts global stability.
Trump Reviews Executive Order for Election Powers
Pro-Trump attorneys push draft EO giving sweeping emergency powers over US elections. President reviewing amid political tensions. Could reshape election oversight.