CIA says intel shows Iran’s nuclear program “severely damaged” by Trump strikes
The CIA director says “credible intelligence” indicates Iran’s nuclear program was “severely damaged.”
Day: June 26, 2025
CNBC Daily Open: Despite all the uncertainty, the S&P 500 is flirting with record highs — strange times
Markets seem to be transported to a time before “reciprocal” tariffs, the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” and the Israel-Iran war.
Hamas official says Gaza mediators intensifying ceasefire efforts – BBC
Hamas official says Gaza mediators intensifying ceasefire efforts BBCMediator: Ceasefire-hostage deal between Israel and Hamas possible ‘within days’ The Times of IsraelTrump says ‘great progress’ made on Gaza ceasefire talks …
Gaza mediators intensifying ceasefire efforts, Hamas official says
It came as US President Donald Trump said “great progress” was being made since Israel and Iran ended their 12-day war.
Trump vs the Bench: Why is Trump administration suing Maryland federal judges?
The Trump administration sued Maryland’s entire federal court bench over a standing order pausing deportations, sparking debate about judicial overreach. The Justice Department argues the order defies Supreme Court precedent and obstructs the President…
Conflicting intel raises uncertainty about Iran’s nuclear capabilities
President Trump is sticking to his assessment that U.S. strikes “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear weapons program. Other assessments are coming in to describe the extent of the damage, and for now, there is no consensus. Ed O’Keefe reports. Imtiaz Tyab has …
Recycling confusion must be resolved before demo rush
Good markets mean low recycling volumes, but a rush is expected soon, so legal chaos needs resolving quickly
Recycling ruse scotched as new rules close Middle East loophole
The UAE’s new recycling regulations are deemed to be among the toughest
Vietnam Abolishes Death Penalty For 8 Criminal Offenses
The legal change is set to spare the life of the tycoon Truong My Lan, who was sentenced to death last year for her role in a $12 billion corruption scandal.
Assessing the true impact of U.S. strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites
President Trump says U.S. strikes obliterated Iran’s three nuclear sites, but a report characterizing an early U.S. assessment suggests the strikes only caused a months-long setback in Iran’s nuclear ambitions. Charlie D’Agata has more.