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The death toll from Venezuela's devastating twin earthquakes has climbed to 235, with more than 1,500 people injured, as rescue teams continue searching through rubble and damaged neighbourhoods. The disaster is the country's strongest earthquake in more than a century.

Venezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll climbs to 235; frantic rescue efforts continue as aid starts flowing in

In a wide-ranging joint statement, the US and Gulf states opposed any forced displacement of Palestinians from Gaza, supported reconstruction efforts, called for armed groups in Lebanon to be disarmed, and rejected any restrictions or fees on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

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According to the UKMTO, a drone struck the cargo ship about 7.5 nautical miles southeast of Dahit, Oman, as it exited the Strait of Hormuz, damaging its bridge without causing any casualties or environmental impact.

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The proposal follows Iran's announcement that it plans to levy transit fees on ships using the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for nearly 20 per cent of global energy trade.

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Earlier on June 12, Pakistan announced a 17.6 per cent increase in its defence budget for the 2026 to 2027 financial year, allocating PKR 3,000 billion, equivalent to INR 1.03 trillion.

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Khamenei will be laid to rest near the shrine of Imam Reza, fulfilling his wish of being buried next to one of Shia Islams most revered figures.

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La Guaira state, north of Caracas, suffered the worst damage, with residents searching through rubble for relatives and trying to rescue those trapped or injured.

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President Donald Trump insisted that no direct cash would reach Tehran under the MoU, promising that the funds would instead be used to buy corn and wheat from US farmers to alleviate what he described as Iran’s hunger problem. He further added that food is desperately needed in Iran.

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US forces fired many expensive missiles that formed the largest part of the war expenses estimated at a whopping  $26.1 billion.

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During the visit, PM Narendra Modi is expected to hold bilateral talks with President Patrick Herminie to review the full spectrum of cooperation and discuss regional and international issues. He will also address Seychelles’ National Assembly and meet members of the Indian diaspora.

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The 1985 terror attack remains Canada’s deadliest terrorist incident and one of the worst acts of aviation terrorism in history. A second bomb, intended for another Air India flight, exploded at Tokyo’s Narita Airport, killing two baggage handlers.

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The ruling follows the Supreme Court's two separate decisions last year that allowed the Trump administration to withdraw similar protection from about 600,000 Venezuelans living in the US.

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Conflicting US and Iranian claims over frozen assets, IAEA inspections, the Strait of Hormuz and missile capabilities have sparked a battle of narratives over the new MoU, raising questions about the future of the peace process.

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Iran and Oman have said that they are creating a new joint mechanism to regulate traffic through the Strait of Hormuz—a vital waterway for global energy supplies that was free and open before the US and Israel launched strikes on Iran around four months ago.

Oil prices drop to pre-war level as Oman affirms no transit fees for crossing Hormuz

India will resume issuing tourist visas to Bangladeshi nationals on June 28, ending a nearly two-year suspension. Newly appointed High Commissioner Dinesh Trivedi announced that operations will roll out across five major visa centres to strengthen bilateral ties.

India to resume tourist visas for Bangladeshi citizens from June 28

According to US Geological Survey there is a 44% chance ( figures are based on a predictive model) of the death toll from Venezuela earthquakes exceeding 10,000 people.

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An unprecedented wave of "protective" lawsuits has been filed globally to defend environmental policies against Trump administration rollbacks, according to a 2026 analysis.

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Google’s Android Earthquake Alerts System warned people about the intensity of an earthquake that would soon hit their area, giving them precious seconds to escape to a safe location. Multiple Android phones work together to alert Google about the temblors.  

How Google warned Venezuela of an earthquake using Android phones as seismometers

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Chile on Wednesday, the same day after two powerful quakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 hit central Venezuela, killing at least 32 people and leaving hundreds injured.

5.5-magnitude earthquake strikes Chile after deadly twin quakes in Venezuela

As Super El Niño fuels heatwaves and delays the India monsoon, it's a good time to look at how countries are beating the heat. Singapore offers practical solutions through efficient cooling, urban greening, wind corridors, and heat-resilience policies. Here is a breakdown

‘AC Nation’: How Singapore beats the heat offers lesson for India, other nations facing Super El Niño, slow monsoon, heatwaves

These ships often switch the national flags under which they operate, a tactic known as "flag-hopping", or sail with questionable or invalid registrations to avoid detection and monitoring.

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Trump's Iran war has exposed divisions within the Republican Party, with lawmakers challenging his military authority through a War Powers Resolution. As polls show declining approval ratings, the conflict could shape both Trump's legacy and the GOP's future electoral prospects

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The death toll in Venezuela is likely to rise further and is feared to be much higher, given the number of collapsed and damaged buildings, as authorities are carrying out search and rescue operations. At least 30 aftershocks have occurred since the main two earthquakes.

164 dead, around 1,000 injured after powerful quakes, aftershocks rock Venezuela; toll likely to rise further

Venezuelan acting President Delcy Rodrigues thanked Prime Minister Narendra Modi for offering assistance after twin earthquakes struck near Caracas, killing at least 32 people and injuring hundreds.

'Spirit of cooperation' :Venezuela thanks PM Modi for offering assistance after deadly Caracas earthquakes

A new book claims Donald Trump rejected his administration's tariff data and insisted India imposed duties of at least 175% on US goods. The reported clash with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick occurred ahead of Trump's 2025 "Liberation Day" tariff announcement.

'F***ing bulls**t numbers': Trump erupted over India, China tariff data, claims new book

Ghislaine Maxwell is seeking to overturn her 2021 conviction, claiming newly released Epstein files show violations of her constitutional rights. Prosecutors have dismissed the allegations.

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Venezuela twin earthquakes: Death toll climbs to 235; frantic rescue efforts continue as aid starts flowing in

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Iran targets commercial vessel in Strait of Hormuz days after ceasefire: Report

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Venezuela quakes kill at least 188, injure 1,520 as rescue efforts intensify

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