Macron’s Palace Blocks Police Search
French police were blocked from the Élysée Palace during a corruption probe tied to Panthéon memorial contracts, adding another neat little chapter to France’s love of procedure and secrecy.
Peru’s Early Count Flips Expectations
With 25% of Peru's ballots counted, Rafael López Aliaga leads Keiko Fujimori in the first results. The early numbers point to a right-leaning race, but plenty of votes are still out.
Trump, CNN Clash Over Iran
Trump says CNN ran a false Iran ceasefire headline from a shaky source, then demanded a correction. CNN says the statement came from Iranian officials, which is a neat reminder that the internet can turn confusion into a global sport.
Saudi Prince Blasts Obama’s Iran Cash
Mohammed bin Salman reportedly said Iran turned a huge pile of sanctions relief into missiles, drones, and proxy forces instead of public works. The remarks add fresh heat to an old fight over Obama-era Iran policy.
Europe Hits Reverse on Migration
The European Parliament has approved a tougher deportation plan that speeds up removals of irregular migrants and gives member states more room to act. Supporters call it overdue; critics say Brussels is trading away its humanitarian image.
Iran’s AI Propaganda Targets America
A state-backed Iranian video uses AI and old grievances to push a blunt anti-U.S. message, then spreads fast through friendly outlets.
Rome Blast Kills Two
Italian police say an explosion outside Rome killed two people while they were assembling a homemade bomb. Investigators believe the pair were linked to anarchist circles and may have been planning an attack.