Strait showdown: Hormuz remains open as US and Iran edge toward a deal/in /by
Despite Iran’s announcement of a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, the United States says the strategic waterway remains open to shipping. As military tensions persist, Washington and Tehran appear to be moving closer to a potential agreement that could ease a growing regional crisis.
Belgium: Jordan Bardella strengthens ties with Vlaams Belang in Brussels visit/in /by
Brussels became the latest stop in Jordan Bardella’s European outreach campaign on 11 June. The French far-right leader promoted closer cooperation on migration policy, while facing protests in the Belgian capital.
Watch fan reactions as Mexico beat South Africa 2–0 in the World Cup opener/in /by
Mexico launched its World Cup campaign with a 2-0 victory over South Africa on 11 June. The result triggered celebrations across Mexico City while South African supporters voiced concern over their team's performance and tactics.
Mexico: Tight security and protests surround 2026 World Cup opener/in /by
Protesters gathered near Mexico City's World Cup opener on 11 June, while thousands of fans headed to the stadium. Brief clashes broke out as demonstrators approached security cordons around the stadium.
Tigrayan forces preparing offensive against federal gov, Addis Ababa warns/in /by
Fears are mounting in Ethiopia over reports that forces in the northern Tigray region are preparing an offensive against the federal government in the coming days.
Nigeria: Nigeria Exceeds OPEC Quota As Crude, Condensate Output Reaches 11-Month High/in /by
[This Day] Nigeria's oil and condensate production rose to an 11-month high in May, with crude output surpassing the country's 1.5 million barrels per day production quota under the Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), a development that could boost government revenues and strengthen Forex earnings.
Albania: thousands rally on 12th day of protests against Trump-linked resort/in /by
Thousands of protesters gathered in Tirana on 11 June for a twelfth consecutive day of demonstrations against a proposed luxury resort linked to Jared Kushner, warning that the project threatens Albania’s protected Vjosa-Narta wetlands.
Somali ref Omar Artan picked for UEFA Super Cup after US World Cup ban/in /by
Somali referee Omar Artan has been picked to officiate the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August, just days after he was denied entry to the United States ahead of the World Cup tournament where he was due to work.
Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in World Cup opening match/in /by
Mexico got off to a winning start at the opening match of the World Cup, beating South Africa 2-0.
Lawyer of jailed Moroccan activist warns her health is declining/in /by
Ibtissame Lachgar is serving a 30-month sentence for offending Islam by wearing a t-shirt that said 'Allah is lesbian'.