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Today’s Rundown:
- MIRACLE SURVIVAL AS BRITISH PASSENGER WALKS AWAY FROM AIR INDIA CRASH IN SEAT 11A: Ramesh Viswashkumar, the sole known survivor of the Air India Boeing 787 crash in Ahmedabad, walked away after jumping through an emergency exit. He was seated in 11A and managed to escape unharmed. The crash claimed 242 lives. Authorities are examining flight and safety procedures following the tragedy.
- ISRAEL LAUNCHES PREEMPTIVE STRIKE ON IRAN AND DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY: Israel conducted large-scale airstrikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites as part of “Operation Rising Lion.” The strikes severely damaged the Natanz facility and reportedly killed high-ranking officials. Israel declared a national state of emergency and launched air-raid sirens amid fears of Iranian retaliation. Around 100 drones were launched toward Israel, which intercepted many.
- ISLAMIC STATE REGROUPS FIGHTERS AND PLOTS RETURN IN SYRIA AND IRAQ: Security officials say Islamic State militants are regrouping, plotting new attacks in Syria and Iraq. Several major plots have been foiled since early this year. Though still weakened, IS remains a dangerous insurgent threat in unstable regions.
- TRUMP REINVITES RAND PAUL TO PICNIC AFTER DISPUTE OVER WHITE HOUSE SNUB: After initially withdrawing an invitation to Senator Rand Paul, President Trump extended a new offer to invite him to a Congressional picnic. Paul hinted he’d been “uninvited,” but Trump clarified the invite was reinstated. The episode stirred public debate but may now rest.
- DEMOCRATIC SENATOR REMOVED FROM KRISTI NOEM PRESS EVENT IN LOS ANGELES: Senator Alex Padilla was forcibly carried out and handcuffed by agents during Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s Los Angeles press conference. Padilla tried to question Noem about immigration enforcement. The dramatic removal was widely shared and raised concerns over free speech at government events.
- ATLANTA RAPPER SILENTÓ SENTENCED TO 30 YEARS FOR KILLING HIS COUSIN: Ricky Lamar Hawk, known for his hit song “Watch Me (Whip/Nae Nae),” was sentenced to 30 years in prison after pleading guilty but mentally ill to manslaughter in the 2021 death of his cousin. He also pleaded guilty to assault, weapon charges, and covering up the crime. Courts weighed his mental health issues during sentencing.
- DAVID HOGG STEPS DOWN FROM DNC ROLE AFTER FACING BACKLASH OVER PRIMARY PLAN: Activist and DNC vice chair David Hogg announced he will not seek reelection following backlash over his plan to challenge fellow Democrats in primaries. The DNC also voted to redo his election, citing procedural concerns. Hogg said he wants the party to stay focused and move forward.
- MOST AMERICANS SAY TRUMP’S MILITARY PARADE IS A WASTE OF MONEY, POLL SHOWS: A recent AP-NORC poll finds 60% of Americans believe President Trump’s planned military parade is a waste of public funds. Support is strong among Republicans but low among Democrats and independents. The event is slated for June 14 in Washington, D.C.
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