THE PRIVY POST

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Volume 2 • Issue No. 169 • Updated Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 08:50 PM UTC

US and Iran sign initial deal to end war, ease sanctions, and open Strait of Hormuz

The US and Iran signed an initial agreement to end hostilities, ease sanctions, and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with nuclear talks continuing.

Sources: AP News


Obama Presidential Center opens in Chicago with call to defend democracy

Former President Barack Obama, joined by three former presidents, celebrated the opening of his presidential museum in Chicago, emphasizing the importance of defending democracy.

Sources: AP News


New York Knicks celebrate NBA championship with victory parade

The New York Knicks reveled in their NBA victory parade as joyous fans and celebrities filled the streets.

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World Cup 2026: Mexico and South Korea play for group lead; jersey designs spark controversy

World Cup 2026 action continues with Mexico facing South Korea for group lead, while the colorful and controversial jersey designs draw attention.

Sources: AP News


Supreme Court sides with Texas man: marijuana users can own guns

The Supreme Court ruled that it is not a crime for marijuana users to possess firearms, siding with a Texas man.

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Janeese Lewis George wins DC Democratic mayoral primary, setting up clash with Trump

Janeese Lewis George won Washington, D.C.'s Democratic primary for mayor, potentially clashing with the Trump administration over the city's autonomy.

Sources: AP News


Ukraine 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


Trump signs Iran agreement during dinner at Versailles

President Trump signed the Iran agreement during a dinner at the Palace of Versailles, calling it a difficult but necessary deal.

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Stocks rise on Wall Street as Iran deal boosts investor confidence

U.S. stocks rose, erasing much of the previous day's losses, as the Iran deal lifted market sentiment.

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Former child actor Daveigh Chase, voice of Lilo and 'The Ring' villain, dies at 35

Daveigh Chase, known for voicing Lilo in 'Lilo & Stitch' and playing the villain in 'The Ring,' has died at age 35.

Sources: AP News