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Alyssa Farah Griffin Urges Respect for ICE and Military Amid LA Riots
“The View” co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin urged her colleagues not to demonize ICE officials and military personnel deployed to manage the Los Angeles riots. She emphasized understanding their difficult roles during unrest, calling for balanced dialogue amid heated debates over the federal response to ongoing protests.
UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Meets Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, welcomed Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif at Qasr Al Shati in Abu Dhabi. The leaders discussed bilateral relations, regional cooperation, and opportunities to strengthen economic and diplomatic ties between the two nations.
225 Arrested in Los Angeles as Anti-ICE Protests Enter Sixth Day
Los Angeles police announced 225 arrests during ongoing anti-ICE protests, now in their sixth day. Most were charged with failure to disperse or curfew violations. President Trump’s decision to deploy troops to the city—despite Governor Gavin Newsom’s objections—has ignited national debate over military involvement in domestic law enforcement.
Hegseth, Reed Clash Over Legality of Troop Deployment to Los Angeles
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Senator Jack Reed engaged in a heated dispute over the legal basis for deploying troops to Los Angeles. The clash reflects growing political tension surrounding the federal response to protests triggered by immigration raids. Legal experts warn of constitutional concerns over domestic military involvement.
Gold Prices Climb Amid Middle East Tensions, Weak Dollar
Gold prices rose Thursday as escalating tensions in the Middle East and a weakening U.S. dollar spurred investor demand for safe-haven assets. Additionally, lower-than-expected U.S. inflation data increased hopes of Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, further supporting gold’s appeal. Markets reacted cautiously amid growing geopolitical and economic uncertainty worldwide.
Trump Orders U.S. Personnel Out of Middle East, Cites Danger
President Trump announced the relocation of U.S. personnel from the Middle East, warning the region “could be a dangerous place.” He reaffirmed that the United States will not permit Iran to develop a nuclear weapon. The move underscores rising tensions amid ongoing diplomatic efforts and security concerns involving Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to Skip G7 Summit in Canada
Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman will not attend the upcoming Group of Seven (G7) summit in Canada, a senior diplomat informed Reuters on Thursday. No official reason has been given for his absence from the high-level international gathering.
Los Angeles Curfew Lifts as Protests Continue for Sixth Day
Residents resumed activity at Federal Plaza in Downtown Los Angeles as the city’s daily curfew lifted at 6:00 a.m. Pacific Time. Protests over recent immigration raids entered their sixth day on June 11, mostly peaceful but with sporadic violence. President Trump deployed the National Guard and later summoned the Marines.
Sixth Round of U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks Set for Sunday in Muscat
Oman’s foreign minister announced the sixth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks will take place Sunday in Muscat. The development follows U.S. President Donald Trump’s firm statement that Iran will never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon. Diplomatic efforts aim to ease tensions and revive stalled nuclear negotiations between both nations.
Over 200 Dead as Air India Plane Crashes After Takeoff from Ahmedabad
An Air India flight carrying 242 people to London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, killing over 200, officials confirmed. The tragedy occurred within minutes of departure, prompting immediate emergency response. Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash. Survivors, if any, remain unconfirmed as rescue efforts continue through the wreckage.