Here is the GPL News Brief for Friday June 12th 2026:
Suspect in Midland, Texas, mass shooting had fired on police days earlier, officials say
Pakistan says U.S.-Iran deal text has been reached; Iran holding ‘final’ deliberations
As Speculation Swirls About the Emerging Iran Deal, Here’s What We Know
France accuses Israeli firm of interfering in Scottish elections and targeting SNP
Judge extends block on Trump’s $1.8 billion ‘Anti-Weaponization Fund’
Trump Isn’t Giving Up on His Slush Fund
Elon Musk Becomes World’s First Trillionaire on SpaceX’s First Day of Trading
Canada pledges $100M for Palestinians facing settler violence, humanitarian crisis
South Africa trolled by African fans in wake of World Cup loss
The immigration issue causing some Africans to root against South Africa this World Cup
Europeans’ trust in the US hits historic low, poll finds
Dozens of teenage girls rescued from NY sewer system after exploration attempt goes wrong
Judge denies Kennedy Center board’s last-minute bid to delay removal of Trump’s name
Justice Department Approves Paramount’s Warner Bros. Discovery Takeover Without Any Strings Attached
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