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Israel-Lebanon: Hezbollah fires 200 rockets and drones
Hezbollah fires over 200 rockets and drones into northern Israel in retaliation for the killing of a senior commander. Israeli military officer killed, fires started. Israel targets Hezbollah structures in southern Lebanon. Escalation in nine months of cross-border violence raises war fears. Hezbollah vows to target new sites in Israel.
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Title: US calls new Hamas ceasefire proposal for Gaza a ‘breakthrough’
The White House hails Hamas ceasefire proposal as a “breakthrough” for a possible hostage deal in Gaza. Biden and Netanyahu discuss the agreement, with Israel sending a negotiating team to Doha. The proposal aligns with Biden’s peace deal outline, but implementation steps remain. Transition from first to second phase of the agreement is a key negotiation point. Talks expected to begin soon.
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The Supreme Court’s term ends with a rash of divisive rulings
Justice Amy Coney Barrett downplayed the significance of a Supreme Court case on July 1st, leading to chuckles in the courtroom. The decision in Corner Post v Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System was overshadowed by Chief Justice John Roberts’ delivery of the presidential-immunity decision. However, the dissent by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson warned that the ruling could have far-reaching consequences, impacting government regulations and agency functioning.
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Iran election: Hardliner faces reformist in presidential run-off
Iranian presidential run-off set between hardliner and reformist after low voter turnout in first round. Dr. Massoud Pezeshkian promises unity and negotiations with the West, while rival Saeed Jalili opposes restoring the nuclear deal. Voter apathy a concern after historic low turnout. Supreme Leader dismisses low turnout as rejection of his rule. Run-off follows death of previous president Ebrahim Raisi in helicopter crash.
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The news title is: Can Putin rely on India to boost Russia’s war economy?
After Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, Russian oil exports to India surged. India aims to maintain neutrality and boost trade with Russia despite criticism. Bilateral trade hit a record high of $65.7 billion last year, with India heavily reliant on Russian imports. As PM Modi meets Putin, both seek to enhance economic ties amid geopolitical challenges. India navigates delicate balance between West and Russia.