THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 169 • Updated Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 01:11 PM UTC

US and Iran Sign Initial Deal to End War, Ease Sanctions

The US and Iran have signed an initial agreement to end the war, ease sanctions, and open the strait, with nuclear talks continuing.

Sources: AP News


Pentagon Chief Lashes Out at NATO Allies, Announces Review of US Forces in Europe

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced a six-month Pentagon review of American forces in Europe, criticizing NATO allies.

Sources: AP News


Ukrainian Drones Set Moscow Refinery Ablaze in Major Attack on Russian Capital

Ukrainian drones struck a Moscow refinery, causing a major fire in a significant attack on the Russian capital.

Sources: AP News


FIFA Hydration Breaks Spark Criticism at World Cup 2026

FIFA's new hydration breaks midway through each half at the 2026 World Cup have drawn criticism, though they aim to help players cope with extreme heat.

Sources: AP News


Harry Kane Ties England's Record for World Cup Goals in Win Over Croatia

Harry Kane matched England's all-time World Cup goal record in a 4-2 victory over Croatia.

Sources: AP News


Springsteen, Bono, and Stevie Wonder to Help Obamas Open Presidential Museum

Bruce Springsteen, Bono, and Stevie Wonder will perform at the opening of the Obamas' presidential museum.

Sources: AP News


Luigi Mangione to Assert Psychiatric Defense in UnitedHealthcare CEO Murder Case

Luigi Mangione plans to use a psychiatric defense in the murder case related to the killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO.

Sources: AP News


Sabrina Carpenter Granted 5-Year Restraining Order Against Home Intruder

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter obtained a five-year restraining order against a man who repeatedly tried to enter her home.

Sources: AP News


Tropical Cyclone Arthur Weakens to Low Pressure Area Along Upper Texas Coast

Tropical Cyclone Arthur has weakened to a low pressure area after impacting the upper Texas coast.

Sources: AP News


Archaeology Team Unearths 'Prototype' of Stonehenge Monument Nearby

Archaeologists have discovered what may be a prototype of the famous Stonehenge monument just a few miles away.

Sources: AP News