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World newsGuardianJun 16, 2026

‘Everyone is angry for different reasons’: scepticism in Iran as peace deal nears

Any sense of relief offset by doubts over durability of agreement and feelings of betrayal by Trump administrationMiddle East crisis – live updates

By Deepa Parent

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World newsGuardianJun 16, 2026Jakub Krupa

G7 leaders meet for first full day of talks with Russia-Ukraine war first on the agenda – Europe live

World leaders will be joined by Volodymyr Zelenskyy as they try to keep Donald Trump on side

World newsGuardianJun 16, 2026Ajit Niranjan Europe environment correspondent

Spanish households save €10 a month thanks to renewables expansion, report finds

Thinktank says decoupling electricity from gas prices has also helped shield Spain from hikes caused by Iran war

World newsGuardianJun 16, 2026Libby Brooks

Tuesday briefing: How the UK’s military spending row exposes Starmer’s defence dilemma

In today’s newsletter: An argument about money has also spotlighted questions about Britain’s place in the world and the changing face of warfare

World newsGuardianJun 16, 2026Ashifa Kassam European community affairs correspondent

Sweden votes to back laws reinforcing its immigration crackdown

So-called ‘good behaviour’ legislation fiercely criticised by opposition politicians and rights groups

A Russian artist and Putin critic is killed in Poland

WARSAW, Poland (AP) — A 44-year-old Russian artist who has been critical of Russian President Vladimir Putin was shot and killed at close range near his home in the eastern Polish city of Biala Podlaska, prosecutors said Tuesday. Two Belarusian citizens, aged 37 and 33, were arrested near the Belar

WorldIndependentJun 16, 2026Jack Queen

Luigi Mangione set to appear in court again two weeks after secret hearing in CEO murder case

The hearing comes just weeks before the alleged assassin’s trial is due to begin

WorldAssociated PressJun 16, 2026Kate Brumback

Judge who attended Fani Willis event exits election records case

ATLANTA (AP) — A federal judge who was disciplined after an investigation found that she had sex with a police officer in her chambers and attended a partisan event, then lied when confronted with the allegations, has recused herself in a fight over Georgia election records after the U.S. Department

WorldIndependentJun 16, 2026Joe Middleton

Captain of Russian shadow fleet ship seized by British troops appears in court

Indian national Ajay Pant has been charged with directly or indirectly supplying or delivering by ship prohibited oil or oil products from Russia to a third country

WorldBBCJun 16, 2026

Somaliland opens Jerusalem embassy after Israel's recognition of its independence

Somaliland opens Jerusalem embassy after Israel's recognition of its independence The breakaway state of Somaliland has opened an embassy in Jerusalem, six months after Israel became the first country to recognise it as an independent nation. The opening of the diplomatic mission at a technology p

WorldSouth China Morning PostJun 16, 2026Associated Press

Iran war ‘stark wake-up call’ for fossil fuel- dependent Southeast Asia: IEA report

The Iran war has exposed major risks for Southeast Asia that could cost the region billions of dollars, if it does not diversify sources of energy more quickly, according to an International Energy Agency (IEA) report released on Tuesday. An overreliance on oil and gas transported through the Strait

WorldIndependentJun 16, 2026Paul Farrell

Republican governor who wrote Ohio’s death penalty law calls to scrap executions

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine has publicly called for the abolition of the death penalty in the state, marking a significant reversal of his long-held position on capital punishment. The Republican governor, who helped draft the policy 45 years ago as a state legislator, stated on Tuesday that he no longer believes it serves as a deterrent to violent crime.

WorldThe Motley FoolJun 16, 2026CPA, David Jagielski

SoundHound AI Reveals Its Strategy for Finding a Potential Acquisition Target, and It's Risky

Acquisitions have been a key part of SoundHound's growth strategy in recent years.

WorldThe Motley FoolJun 16, 2026Adam Levy

1 AI Stock to Buy Before Its Revenue Accelerates in the Back Half of 2026

The market sell-off makes this stock look absolutely cheap compared to its growth potential.

WorldGuardianJun 16, 2026Andrew Sparrow, Peter Walker

UK defence spending plan ‘well short of what’s required’ and harder choices needed, says John Healey - UK politics live

Ex-defence secretary John Healey and ex-defence minister Al Carns have given resignation statements to MPs Speaking to reporters at the G7, Keir Starmer also defended the defence investment plan (DIP) draft that led to John Healey’s resignation as defence secretary last week. Starmer confirmed that Dan Jarvis, the new defence secretary, is getting some input before the publication of the DIP in its final version. Starmer said: The position on investment in defence is firstly that we increased last year defence spending from 2.3% to 2.6%, that’s the biggest increase since the 1980s, and that means £270bn will be spent this parliament on defence. On top of that [the] defence investment plan which obviously gives us capability for the future. We will put even more money in relation to that. I’ve been really clear that’s required difficult decisions, I have taken the decision to reallocate money from other departments. Continue reading...

WorldTimes Of IndiaJun 16, 2026

Watch: PM Modi and Donald Trump exchange greetings at G7 Summit ahead of expected talks

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and US President Donald Trump briefly interacted on Tuesday on the sidelines of the 52nd G7 Summit in Evian, France, marking their first meeting in 16 months.Visuals from the summit showed the two leaders exchanging a handshake and a few words as they joined other world

WorldIndependentJun 16, 2026Amy Wilson, Peter Marra and Scott Wilson

Why letting your cat outside could put you at risk

Our pets can sometimes also be a source of unwelcome pathogens and diseases, particularly if they frequently roam outdoors

WorldTimes Of IndiaJun 16, 2026Toi World Desk

Indian captain arrested after UK seizes Russian shadow fleet tanker in Channel operation

The UK has arrested and charged an Indian national after intercepting a Russian “shadow fleet” oil tanker in the English Channel, as London simultaneously unveiled a fresh round of sanctions aimed at tightening pressure on Moscow’s wartime economy.Ajay Pant, 38, the captain of the MV Smyrtos, was ch

WorldAl JazeeraJun 16, 2026Apps Support, Mariem Bah

‘Justice prevailed’: Is the Netherlands shifting its stance on Israel?

A court case, a Eurovision boycott and Gaza polling prompt Dutch debate over Palestine and Israel ties.

WorldTimes Of IndiaJun 16, 2026Toi Legal Desk

Passport can't be refused just because a criminal case is pending, Andhra Pradesh high court rules

NEW DELHI: The Andhra Pradesh high court has ruled that a passport application cannot be denied or delayed just because a criminal case is pending against the applicant, especially when no court has yet started hearing the case.Justice Subba Reddy Satti passed the order while hearing a petition file

WorldAssociated PressJun 16, 2026

Republican Gov. Mike DeWine says Ohio should abolish the death penalty

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Republican Gov. Mike DeWine said Tuesday that Ohio should abolish the death penalty, saying it is no longer a deterrent to violent crime, confirming his change of heart on the policy he helped write as a state legislator 45 years ago. The term-limited governor has repeatedly

WorldTimes Of IndiaJun 16, 2026Toi Business Desk

‘Oil now flowing’: Donald Trump says US can ‘soon’ reimpose Russian crude sanctions after Hormuz reopening

US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said Washington would soon be in a position to reimpose sanctions on Russian oil shipments after crude flows resumed through the Strait of Hormuz following a deal with Iran to end the Middle East conflict.Speaking on the sidelines of the G7 summit in France, Trum

WorldTimes Of IndiaJun 16, 2026Toi Entertainment Desk

Allu Arjun's 'AA23' theme gets major boost as PM Narendra Modi uses track on Instagram post

The excitement surrounding 'AA23' continues to grow despite the film not yet entering production. The upcoming project marks the first collaboration between Allu Arjun and director Lokesh Kanagaraj.Even before shooting begins, the film's theme music has emerged as a major talking point among fans. C

WorldSouth China Morning PostJun 16, 2026Laura Zhou

China’s Xi vows support for Myanmar as President Min Aung Hlaing moves to bridge isolation

Chinese President Xi Jinping reaffirmed support for Myanmar’s leadership under former junta chief Min Aung Hlaing on Tuesday, reinforcing Beijing’s influence as its southern neighbour struggles to contain a gruelling civil war. Speaking after a welcome ceremony at the Great Hall of the People, Xi said Beijing prioritised its ties with Myanmar, which he said held an “important position” in China’s neighbourhood diplomacy. “I am willing to strengthen strategic guidance with you, carry forward our...

WorldSouth China Morning PostJun 16, 2026Scmp

Trump’s woes at home, what China’s World Cup presence shows: 7 US-China relations reads

We have selected seven of the most interesting and important news stories covering US-China relations from the past few weeks. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Trump has an understanding with Xi. His own administration doesn’t like it On a state visit to China last month, US President Donald Trump shocked his political base with a series of rhetorical concessions – and it was not the first time Trump’s softer stance on China clashed with his own...