President Donald Trump has issued a severe warning to Iran, declaring that the U.S. military is prepared to launch a devastating retaliatory strike should Iran attempt to assassinate him.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In a post on Truth Social, Trump stated that 1,000 missiles are “locked and loaded” and aimed at Iran, with thousands more prepared to follow if the Iranian government acts on threats to assassinate him.

Trump further claimed that orders have been issued and the U.S. military is ready to “completely decimate and destroy” all areas of Iran, a status intended to last for one year, subject to extension.

These comments follow Trump’s assertion that the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is “OVER,” despite his agreement to continue diplomatic talks with Tehran.

During the recent NATO summit, Trump expressed frustration with the diplomatic process, characterizing continued engagement with Iran as a “waste of time”.

Iranian Response and Diplomatic Status
Iran has rejected Trump’s allegations, asserting that it has remained fully committed to the memorandum of understanding (MoU) while accusing the United States of multiple violations.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi specifically accused the U.S. of violating “Paragraph Nine” of the MoU, which prohibits new sanctions and additional military deployments while Iran maintains its current nuclear programme status.

Despite the heightened rhetoric, diplomatic efforts persist; a Qatari delegation has arrived in Tehran to mediate following a recent exchange of strikes between the two nations.

While direct negotiations have been absent since last month, indirect talks continue to be facilitated by mediators, though no significant breakthroughs have been achieved to date.

Spain has advanced to the 2026 FIFA World Cup semi-finals after a dramatic 2-1 victory over Belgium in Los Angeles. Mikel Merino secured the win for Spain with an 88th-minute goal, netting a rebound after goalkeeper Senne Lammens mishandled a long-range shot from Pau Cubarsi. This decisive moment occurred just 117 seconds after Merino entered the match as a substitute.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

• Spain’s Opener: Fabian Ruiz scored the opening goal in the 30th minute, firing the ball through Timothy Castagne’s legs after Thibaut Courtois saved an initial attempt by Dani Olmo.

• Belgium’s Equalizer: Before halftime, Charles De Ketelaere headed in a cross from Castagne, which ended Spain’s tournament-long streak of 649 minutes without conceding a goal.

• Injury and Turning Point: Belgium’s goalkeeper, Thibaut Courtois, left the game in tears following a suspected muscle injury in the 71st minute and was replaced by Senne Lammens.

• Controversial Moments: Early in the second half, Belgium unsuccessfully appealed for a penalty after the ball touched Rodri’s arm, while Spain also saw an effort from Mikel Oyarzabal saved by Courtois.

Spain, currently the European champions, will now face France in a semi-final match scheduled for Tuesday, 14 July, in Dallas.

The rescue of 44 pupils and teachers abducted from Oriire Local Government Area in Oyo State has sparked a wave of relief and celebration across Nigeria. The successful operation was officially announced on Friday by Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to President Bola Tinubu on Information and Strategy, who shared a video message in which Rachael Alamu, the Principal of Community High School, expressed her gratitude to the President and the security forces for their role in the rescue.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Despite the relief surrounding the victims’ homecoming, many Nigerians are calling for a more detailed account of the mission. Social media users have raised several critical questions regarding the operation:

• Proof of Arrests: Users have requested visual evidence, such as photographs or videos, of the suspected kidnappers reportedly apprehended during the operation to verify official claims.

• Operational Details: Commenters are urging the government to disclose the specific location of the rescue and provide a comprehensive breakdown of how the mission was executed.

• Accountability for Sponsors: There is significant public pressure for the authorities to identify not only the kidnappers but also their alleged sponsors to ensure full justice.

• Skepticism and Justice: Some users have expressed skepticism about the nature of the rescue, suggesting that the government must prove the legitimacy of the operation and avoid shielding suspects in custody.

Calls for Swift Prosecution and Prevention

Beyond the demand for information, there is a strong call for legal action and improved security:

• Public Prosecution: Citizens are advocating for the immediate and public prosecution of all individuals arrested in connection with the abduction.

• Strengthened Security: While some users praised the security forces for their efforts, others emphasized the urgent need for the government to implement more robust preventive measures to protect vulnerable communities and schools from future attacks.