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Global views of Israel are souring: Graphic Truth
Natalie Johnson and Eileen Zhang
Graphic Truth

Graphic Truth: Global views of Israel are souring

Trump has a thing called Iran
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Puppet Regime

Trump has a thing called Iran

Iran ceasefire frays
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Iran ceasefire frays

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​Various groups march to highlight the issue of missing persons, in Mexico City, Mexico, on June 11, 2026.
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What We're Watching

Mexico protests cast shadow on World Cup opener, Trump eyes birthday deal with Iran, EU seeks Brazil’s help on tech

Cuba’s next fuel shipment in purgatory
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Cuba’s next fuel shipment in purgatory

Cuba has faced severe fuel shortages since the US imposed a de facto blockade earlier this year, and the halted shipment could have powered the island for about 11 days.

Trump Delivers Welcome at FIFA World Cup
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Trump Delivers Welcome at FIFA World Cup

So many countries. #PUPPETREGIME

A demonstrator waves South Africa's flag during a protest calling for the deportation of undocumented immigrants
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The Rainbow Nation has an issue with its neighbors

On the outskirts of Durban this week, over a thousand immigrants fled their homes and set up a makeshift camp nearby after angry residents ordered them to leave, accusing them of taking jobs and economic opportunities from South Africans.

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You vs. the News: A Weekly News Quiz - June 12, 2026

Think you know what's going on around the world? Here's your chance to prove it.

Is Putin running out of options in Ukraine?
GZERO Europe

Is Putin running out of options in Ukraine?

In this episode of GZERO Europe, Carl Bildt reflects on how Russia's war in Ukraine has lasted longer than World War I and the role an underachieving military campaign and international politics have played in putting pressure on Putin.

Length of Russia-Ukraine war surpasses World War I
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Length of Russia-Ukraine war surpasses World War I

Vladimir Putin hoped the war would end in weeks. It’s now over four years old.

FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Mexico City, Mexico, on June 10, 2026.
Analysis

Can a World Cup host score a political goal?

For governments, a home World Cup can be a political gift. But the benefits often prove short-lived. GZERO runs through three such cases in history.

Why FIFA is the most powerful organization in sports
GZERO World Clips

Why FIFA is the most powerful organization in sports

FIFA runs the world's most popular sporting event. Simon Kuper explains why it remains one of the world's least accountable organizations.

Four interns standing in a hospital lobby
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Trump, the accidental green president
by ian bremmer

Trump, the accidental green president

Rising energy prices is prompting countries worldwide to hasten their moves to renewable energy. It’s all thanks to the most fossil-fuel-friendly president in American history.

What's Good Wednesdays

What’s Good Wednesday: June 10, 2026