1. Israel attacked Iran
As part of Operation 'Rising Lion', Israel carried out airstrikes on nuclear and military sites in Iran, including the uranium enrichment facility in Natanz and the headquarters of the Revolutionary Guard in Tehran. As a result, high-ranking Iranian officials were killed, including General Hossein Salami.
Israel declared a state of emergency and closed its airspace in anticipation of retaliatory strikes.
Reports of air routes being closed, rising oil and gold prices, and sharp declines in financial markets are widespread.
International reaction — caution: the USA distances itself, Australia and New Zealand call for de-escalation, Japan and European countries express concern.
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2. Boeing 787 crash in India
An Air India flight AI171, departing from Ahmedabad to London, crashed during takeoff, resulting in the deaths of at least 290 people (241 on board and dozens on the ground). There is one survivor.
This is the first incident involving a Boeing 787 and one of the largest air disasters involving British citizens in recent times.
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3. Tragedy in Graz, Austria
On June 10, a mass shooting occurred at a school in Graz — 10 people were killed, and more than 30 were injured. The shooter committed suicide.
This is the deadliest attack in modern Austrian history. A national mourning has been declared, and authorities are discussing tightening gun storage laws.
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4. Final of the World Test Championship
The final match between Australia and South Africa is taking place at Lord's (London) from June 11 to 15.
Australia is the reigning champion, South Africa is the finalist debutant.
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5. Major NATO summit in The Hague
A NATO summit is scheduled in The Hague on June 24-25 — discussing strengthening defense, expenditures, and support for Ukraine.
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🗞️ These and other important events today:
Intense protests in Los Angeles: dozens of journalists arrested, random injuries from tear gas.
Los Angeles is concerned about mass clashes amid immigration raids.
BTS: fans discuss a possible joint performance by Jungkook and J-Hope at concerts in South Korea.
The UN and other world leaders are participating in an ocean conference in France aimed at protecting 30% of waters from pollution and climate change.
The World Darts Championship is taking place in Frankfurt (June 12-15).