Turkey’s state-run news agency
Daily protests in Albania have continued over a proposed luxury resort tied to Jared Kushner and Ivanka Trump, with thousands marching in Tirana and on the coast since late May. Demonstrators have adopted pink flamingos as a symbol, accuse the government of opaque land deals and environmental damage, and are demanding Prime Minister Edi Rama’s resignation.
The Board of Peace has convened with international figures to map a Gaza plan aimed at isolating Hamas and kicking off a “temporary reconstruction” in Hamas-free zones. Donors have balked at funding, Israeli political gridlock persists, and legal immunity concerns shadow the mission as talks race to preserve momentum.
The Supreme Court has ruled that children born on US soil to parents unlawfully or temporarily present are citizens at birth under the 14th Amendment, maintaining birthright citizenship. The decision blocks President Trump’s bid to end automatic citizenship by executive order, with Chief Justice Roberts writing for the court and joined by a cross-ideological majority.
The opening ceremony of the Maccabiah Games is underway in Jerusalem as Israel marks 1,000 days since the Hamas attacks. Organizers highlight resilience while ongoing security concerns loom over the event.
Mitch McConnell has improved in hospital after a June 14 incident. A spokesperson says he is working with staff on Senate matters while recovering; the Senate is not in session.