THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 159 • Updated Monday, June 8, 2026 at 12:50 AM UTC

US launches war with Iran, breaking Trump's 'no new wars' promise

President Donald Trump is dismissing the idea that launching the war with Iran betrayed his refrain of 'No new wars' as he campaigned for the White House in 2024.

Sources: AP News


Iran launches missiles at Israel, breaking fragile ceasefire

Israel says Iran launched missiles at it in first such bombardment since fragile ceasefire.

Sources: AP News


Lawsuit seeks to stop UFC fight on White House South Lawn for Trump's 80th birthday

A federal lawsuit seeks to halt the upcoming UFC fight card on the White House South Lawn in a mixed martial arts show timed for President Donald Trump's 80th birthday and part of the celebration of the nation's 250th anniversary.

Sources: AP News


Five people hurt in stabbings at New York's Penn Station

Authorities say five people have been injured in a series of stabbings at New York's Penn Station.

Sources: AP News


At least 12 people shot at Ohio festival, suspects at large

Police search for suspects in Ohio shooting that wounded 12 near a street festival.

Sources: AP News


7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes southern Philippines, tsunami possible

7.8 magnitude earthquake shakes part of southern Philippines. Tsunami possible for some coasts.

Sources: AP News


Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could reach 20,000 cases

Ebola outbreak in Central Africa could reach 20,000 cases without strong public health measures.

Sources: AP News


European leaders voice urgent need to bolster Ukraine's defenses

European leaders voice 'urgent need' to bolster Ukraine's defenses against ballistic missiles.

Sources: AP News


China's Xi makes rare visit to North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un

What to know about a rare visit by China's Xi to North Korea for talks with Kim Jong Un.

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court gearing up for major decisions on Trump's agenda

Supreme Court gearing up for major decisions on key aspects of Trump's agenda.

Sources: AP News