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Japan conducts its first missile test on its own territory
Japan’s army says it has conducted a missile test for the first time on Japanese territory as the country accelerates its military buildup to deter an increasingly assertive China
June 24, 2025World leaders gather for historic NATO summit with unity on the line
NATO leaders are gathering in the Netherlands for the start of a historic two-day summit that could unite the world’s biggest security organization around a new defense spending pledge or widen divisions among the 32 allies
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A cargo truck, with the driver inside, was seen hanging over the edge of a collapsed road bridge in China.
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Retired Army Maj. Mike Lyons says a ceasefire isn’t in Israel’s best interests because they have Iran “on the ropes.”
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Human Rights Watch says at least 120 children have been kidnapped by jihadist insurgents in northern Mozambique in recent days
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Russian attacks kill 13 civilians in Ukraine as Zelenskyy seeks more Western aid
Officials say Russian drones, missiles and artillery have killed at least 16 civilians and injured almost 100 others in Ukraine
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Pope Leo XIV is kicking off a weeklong celebration of Catholic clergy for the Holy Year
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14 arrested after music festival syringe attack in France
Police in France say that 14 people have been arrested after 145 people reported being ‘pricked’, possibly by syringes, at a nationwide music festival on Saturday.
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Germany to raise defense spending to 3.5% of GDP in 2029
Germany’s finance minister has vowed to lift the country’s defense spending to 3.5% of gross domestic product in 2029
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145 people reportedly 'pricked' in syringe attack at music festival in France
It is not clear whether substances have been detected following blood tests.
June 24
June 24
EU help in healing Cyprus' ethnic split could bring benefits to all, officials say
Officials say the European Union can help resolve Cyprus’ decades-old ethnic division by underscoring that a peace accord could bring benefits and a significant improvement in relations with the 27-member bloc
June 24
June 24
US consulate condemns Hong Kong's govt Independence Day celebrations repression
The U.S. consulate in Hong Kong has condemned the city’s government for what it is calling the repression of U.S. Independence Day celebrations
June 24
June 24
Firefighters battle a wildfire burning out of control on the Greek island of Chios
Hundreds of firefighters backed by aircraft are battling a wildfire burning out of control for the third day on the eastern Aegean island of Chios with authorities issuing multiple evacuation orders
June 24
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Dutch authorities investigate possible rail network sabotage as NATO summit opens
Dutch authorities are investigating possible sabotage against the rail network after a power outage limited train services to and from the country’s main airport
June 24
June 24
A German court lifts a government ban on a far-right magazine
A German court has lifted a ban imposed by the government last year on a far-right magazine, ruling that the case against it didn’t clear the high bar required to outlaw its publisher
June 24
June 24
Japan conducts its first missile test on its own territory
Japan’s army says it has conducted a missile test for the first time on Japanese territory as the country accelerates its military buildup to deter an increasingly assertive China
June 24
June 24
World leaders gather for historic NATO summit with unity on the line
NATO leaders are gathering in the Netherlands for the start of a historic two-day summit that could unite the world’s biggest security organization around a new defense spending pledge or widen divisions among the 32 allies
June 24
June 24
China to show new equipment at 80th anniversary parade of Japan's WWII surrender
China plans to hold a military parade in September marking the 80th anniversary of Japan's World War II surrender
June 24
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Township mechanics in South Africa unite to turbocharge their small businesses
Independent car mechanics in South Africa’s townships have long worked outside of the country’s vehicle repair industry
June 24
June 24
Israel and Iran agree to ceasefire to bring end to '12 DAY WAR,' Trump says
The agreement involves two 12-hour ceasefire periods, starting with Iran.
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Mahmoud Khalil speaks out after release from ICE detention
Mahmoud Khalil, the Columbia University pro-Palestinian activist who was detained by ICE for over three months, spoke with ABC News’ Linsey Davis in his first on-camera interview since his release.
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Giant panda celebrates 1st birthday at China zoo
Mei Zhu, a giant panda cub at Chimelong Safari Park in Guangzhou China, celebrated her first birthday with a lively party filled with lots of treats.
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What is the Strait of Hormuz? Why does it matter?
The waterway is the only shipping route that connects the Persian Gulf to the open ocean.
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Iran gave advanced noticed of attacks through Qatar: Sources
Iranian officials gave advanced noticed of the retaliatory attacks -- a message that was delivered through Qatar to the United States, multiple sources confirmed to ABC News.
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Experts issue warning about invasive fish that can survive out of water
This is the first time a pond loach has been found in the Maritimes region.
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Experts break down satellite imagery of US attack on Iran
Experts weigh in on damage to Fordo, Isfahan and Natanz.
June 23
June 23
State Department issues worldwide caution for US citizens
The State Department has issued a new worldwide caution alert prompted by the conflict between Israel and Iran.
June 23
June 23
Is Iran's nuclear program 'obliterated'? What we know so far about the damage done
Officials and experts have given conflicting statements over the level of damage
June 23
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Oil prices expected to rise following strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities
Kpler's lead oil analyst Matt Smith breaks down the impact on oil prices following the growing conflict in the Middle East.
June 23
June 23
Now 'is a golden opportunity for a ceasefire,' says expert on Iran
International Crisis Group Iran project director Ali Vaez discusses the future of U.S.-Iran negotiations following Iran's retaliatory attack on a U.S. air base in Qatar on Monday.
June 23
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Kuwait closes airspace after Iran fires missiles at US base in Qatar
Iran's attack on a U.S. base in Qatar has ended, there are no reports of casualties. The attacks were retaliation for the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.
June 23
June 23
At least 7 killed in Kyiv by Russian drone, missile strikes on Ukraine, mayor says
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy called the attack "cynical."
June 23
June 23
Retired Air Force fighter pilot discusses US attack on Iran's nuclear sites
Retired U.S. Air Force pilot Jeffrey Needles reacts to the military operation carried out by the U.S. military over the weekend to attack Iran's nuclear sites.
June 23
June 23
What Trump has said as he warned Iran not to retaliate against the US
President Donald Trump warned Iran against retaliation several times following U.S. strikes against Tehran's nuclear facilities on Saturday night.
June 23
June 23
Iran launches attack on US base in Qatar
Iran has attacked a U.S. base in Qatar, according to Iranian State TV.
June 23
June 23
World Bank grants South Africa a $1.5B loan for infrastructure upgrade and green energy transition
South Africa's National Treasury says the World Bank has granted South Africa a $1.5 billion loan to upgrade transportation infrastructure and help it transition toward a low-carbon economy
June 23
June 23
Qatar says it intercepted missiles targeting US air base
Qatari air defenses "successfully intercepted" a missile attack targeting Al Udeid Air Base, the Qatari Defense Ministry said.
June 23
June 23
Dutch government says pro-Russian hackers target municipalities linked to this week's NATO summit
The Dutch government says pro-Russian hackers have launched a series of denial-of-service attacks on municipalities and organizations linked to a NATO summit this week in the Netherlands
June 23
June 23
Romanian lawmakers vote in favor of pro-EU coalition, aiming to end protracted political crisis
Romanian lawmakers have voted decisively in favor of a new pro-European coalition government led by a center-right prime minister, as the European Union nation seeks to end one of its worst political crises in decades
June 23
June 23
Qatar closes its airspace amid Iranian retaliation threats against US
In a statement by the Qatari foreign ministry on X, Qatar has shut down airspace temporarily as part of measures taken amid developments in the region.
June 23
June 23
NATO chief says Ukraine remains vital at summit despite Zelenskyy's absence from leaders' meeting
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte insists Ukraine will remain a vital topic at an alliance summit this week despite President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s absence from a leaders’ meeting aiming to seal an agreement to boost military spending
June 23
June 23
Greek police arrest man on southern island of Crete on suspicion of espionage
Greek police say they have arrested a man on the southern island of Crete on suspicion of espionage
June 23
June 23
At least 7 dead after Russian strikes on Kyiv
Ukrainian officials said direct hits were reported in six locations, with falling debris was reported in 25 locations.
June 23
June 23
How Iran’s possible closure of Strait of Hormuz could impact gas prices
GasBuddy's Patrick De Haan discusses how gas prices could rise within the coming days as the conflict between the U.S. and Iran grows.
June 23
June 23
Iran has ‘wide range of options’ for retaliation after attack: Expert
ABC News contributor Steve Hill says there is a path for Iran to retaliate which wouldn’t provoke another round of attacks from the U.S.
June 23
June 23
International headlines from ABC News
Catch up on the developing stories from around the globe making headlines.
June 23
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Greenpeace joins anti-Bezos protest with Venice banner complaining about tax breaks
Greenpeace has joined the smattering of protests in Venice against the upcoming wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez
June 23
June 23
Madeleine McCann suspect could be freed from prison early after donor pays fine
An outstanding fine against the main suspect in the 2007 disappearance of British toddler Madeleine McCann in Portugal has been paid off, according to German prosecutors
June 23
June 23
Russian prosecutors seek 14.5-year sentence for former deputy defense minister
Russian prosecutors have requested a 14.5-year prison sentence for former Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov on bribery charges, state media reported
June 23
June 23
Indonesia arrests 285 in drug crackdown and seizes over half a ton of narcotics
Indonesian authorities say they have arrested 285 people suspected of drug trafficking, including seven foreigners, and seized over half a ton of narcotics during a two-month crackdown
June 23
June 23
Czech court cancels for second time ruling that acquits former Prime Minister Babiš of fraud charges
Prague’s High Court canceled for the second time a lower court ruling that acquitted former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš of fraud charges in a $2 million case involving a European Union subsidy
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