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Trump Praises NATO Allies, Offers Patriot Missile Production to Ukraine

President Trump praised NATO allies and offered Ukraine the ability to produce Patriot missile interceptors, bolstering Kyiv's defense against Russian ballistic missiles. Germany also agreed to buy US Tomahawk cruise missiles at the summit.

Bonnie Tyler, ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ Singer, Dies at 75

Welsh singer Bonnie Tyler, known for her hit song 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has died at the age of 75. Her family and team confirmed she passed away in a hospital in Portugal.'

Graham Platner Halts Maine Senate Campaign After Sexual Assault Allegations

Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner suspended his campaign against GOP Sen. Susan Collins after a woman accused him of sexual assault. Democrats are now working to find a replacement nominee for the key Senate race, with actor Patrick Dempsey declining to run.

Ukraine Drones Hit Russian Oil Facilities; Moscow Bans Diesel Exports

Ukrainian drones have targeted Russian oil depots and tankers, hitting two vessels in the Sea of Azov and several oil facilities across Russia, including the Omsk refinery. These deep strikes are reshaping the war and influencing NATO's counter-drone investment plans.

Trump Seeks Supreme Court Rehearing on Birthright Citizenship

President Trump announced he will ask the Supreme Court to rehear a case challenging his executive order restricting birthright citizenship, calling the 6-3 ruling 'absolutely insane.' This follows his previous request for the court to reconsider an appeal in the E. Jean Carroll defamation case.'

Trump Declares Iran Ceasefire Over; US Strikes Intensify

The United States launched a second night of strikes against Iran, with President Trump declaring the ceasefire 'over' after Iranian attacks on Gulf assets. Iran retaliated with missiles and drones targeting Kuwait, Qatar, and Bahrain, raising fears of wider regional conflict and impacting global oil prices.

Last updated: 7/9/2026, 1:02:28 PM