Péter Magyar sworn in as Hungary’s prime minister ending 16-year Orbán era
Péter Magyar has been sworn in as Hungary’s prime minister, ending Viktor Orbán’s 16-year rule, according to The Guardian.
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Bahrain rounds up dozens over alleged links to Iran’s IRGC
Bahrain’s Interior Ministry announced Saturday that it has arrested 41 people accused of being linked to a group associated with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), according to a statement from the ministry.
Niger suspends nine French media bodies: Watchdog slams ‘abusive’ decision
Niger's military government has suspended nine French media organizations, a move condemned by Reporters Without Borders as 'abusive.' According to a statement, the decision was 'immediate' and applies to various platforms.
‘On level of atomic bomb’: Iran highlights Hormuz importance amid US talks
Iranian officials say control over the Strait of Hormuz is as significant as an atomic bomb, according to state-linked media. The United States is awaiting Tehran’s response to texts for an agreement.
Israel to release two Gaza flotilla activists
Israel plans to release two Gaza flotilla activists held in detention, according to Al Jazeera.
Hungary’s New PM to Be Sworn in During ‘Regime Change’ Party
Hungary's new prime minister, Péter Magyar, is set to be sworn in following a landslide victory for his Tisza party, ending 16 years of Viktor Orbán's rule, according to the BBC.
‘Watching us is like watching a cousin’: the online creators reshaping Africa’s news ecosphere
Amahle-Imvelo Jaxa gained 100,000 followers in three days after a viral TikTok video about South African peacekeepers in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to The Guardian.
Israeli Attacks Across Lebanon Kill 19 Despite Ceasefire
Israeli attacks across Lebanon have killed at least 19 people despite a United States-brokered ceasefire, now in its third week, according to Al Jazeera.
Five killed in huge fire at packed Mexico fairground
At least five people died in a huge fire at a crowded fairground in Villahermosa, Tabasco, Mexico, during a concert attended by up to 135,000 people, according to local officials.
Two Britons Evacuated from Hantavirus-Hit Ship Improving
Two Britons who were medically evacuated from the hantavirus-hit cruise ship are improving, global health officials have said.
Trump Says Ceasefire Still ‘In Effect’ as Iran-US Tensions Rise
U.S. President Donald Trump stated the ceasefire remains 'in effect' as clashes continue between Iran and the United States, according to Al Jazeera.
Islamic-State Linked Australian Women Charged with Crimes against Humanity
Three Australian women with ties to the Islamic State (IS) group have been charged with crimes against humanity after returning from Syria, according to the BBC.
Trump Gives EU Ultimatum Deadline to Approve Trade Deal
President Donald Trump has threatened to impose 'much higher' tariffs on the European Union by 4 July if the bloc does not eliminate its levies on US goods, according to the BBC.
China hands former defense ministers suspended death sentences
A Chinese military court has handed suspended death sentences to former defense ministers Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu for corruption, according to state media. Both were convicted of bribery and will serve a two-year reprieve before their sentences are commuted to life imprisonment.
Rwandan Singer Dies Being Released from Prison
Rwandan singer Aimable Karasira died as he was being released from prison in Kigali, according to the Rwanda Correctional Service.