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Trump escalates threats against Iran, vowing more strikes and intensifying sanctions amid stalled truce negotiations. Bill Gates testified before Congress that Jeffrey Epstein tried to leverage knowledge of his infidelities to gain closeness, sparking renewed political scrutiny. A Somali soccer referee denied a U.S. visa for the World Cup received a hero's welcome home, as FIFA defended its policies. SpaceX's upcoming IPO could create thousands of millionaire employees, highlighting the financial bonanza around Elon Musk's inner circle. Tensions remain high in Lebanon after an alleged Israeli spy's disappearance and deadly Israeli strikes draw international attention.

Trump threatens more Iran strikes amid stalled truce talks

Trump threatens more Iran strikes amid stalled truce talksUS President Donald Trump has threatened additional military strikes against Iran and imposed new sanctions, accusing Tehran of 'playing us for suckers' in truce negotiations. The back-and-forth attacks have derailed a potential ceasefire deal, with Trump saying the US 'may keep going.' Reports from AP News, BBC, Al Jazeera, and The Guardian all confirm a hardening of the US stance, raising fears of broader conflict in the Middle East.

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Trump threatens more strikes on Iran, as back-and-forth attacks threaten truce deal (AP News)
Trump hardens tone against Iran, says ‘may keep going’ with strikes (Al Jazeera)
Trump says US will hit Iran 'hard' again today (BBC)
US tightens pressure on Iran with new sanctions and threats of more strikes (SCMP)
Trump says Iran ‘playing us for suckers’ and says US will launch fresh strikes (The Guardian)

Bill Gates tells Congress Epstein sought leverage via infidelities

Bill Gates tells Congress Epstein sought leverage via infidelitiesBill Gates testified before a House panel that Jeffrey Epstein attempted to use knowledge of Gates' marital infidelities to pressure a personal relationship, which Gates says he 'never reciprocated.' Gates denied victimizing anyone during the proceedings. The testimony has triggered alarm within the White House over the release of Epstein-related files, as reported by The New York Times, CNN, and BBC.

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Bill Gates tells Congress Jeffrey Epstein tried to use information about his infidelities to get close to him (CNN)
Bill Gates says Epstein wanted personal relationship, but he 'never reciprocated' (BBC)
Inside the White House Freakout Over the Epstein Files (NYT)
Bill Gates says he 'never victimized anyone' to House panel examining Epstein's life (CBC)

Somali referee denied US World Cup visa welcomed home as hero

Somali referee denied US World Cup visa welcomed home as heroA Somali soccer referee who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup has returned home to a hero's welcome. FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended the decision on World Cup ticket prices and suggested critics 'should chill' regarding the referee's visa denial. The incident has sparked debate over US visa policies ahead of the global tournament.

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Somali soccer referee denied entry to US for World Cup is welcomed home as a hero (AP News)
Banned referee, Iran and 'no regrets' on US as co-hosts - relive Infantino news conference (BBC)
FIFA president defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied U.S. entry (CBC)

SpaceX IPO could turn thousands of employees into millionaires

SpaceX's upcoming initial public offering could make millionaires of approximately 4,400 employees, according to The New York Times. The IPO represents a landmark moment for private spaceflight, with early investors — particularly those close to Elon Musk — poised to reap enormous gains. One investor, Antonio Gracias, has reportedly built a $65 billion stake in the company.

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SpaceX’s I.P.O. Could Turn 4,400 Employees Into Millionaires (NYT)
Here’s What Investors Need to Know Ahead of SpaceX’s I.P.O. (NYT)
Jim Vondruska for The New York TimesIt Pays to Be Elon Musk’s Friend as SpaceX Goes PublicAntonio Gracias, an investor who has built a $65 billion stake in the company, exemplifies the economic upside of being Mr. Musk’s ally.6 min read (NYT)

Lebanon faces crisis over alleged Israeli spy disappearance and strikes

Lebanon faces crisis over alleged Israeli spy disappearance and strikesLebanon is under mounting pressure after the mysterious disappearance of an alleged Israeli spy, while Israeli airstrikes have killed 16 people in the country. The United Nations has launched an investigation into potential international law violations. An Israeli leader who previously withdrew from Lebanon has warned against being drawn back into the conflict, as the region braces for further escalation.

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Mysterious disappearance of alleged Israeli spy puts Lebanese state in a tough spot (AP News)
Israel kills 16 in Lebanon, UN to probe international law violations (Al Jazeera)
Israeli leader who pulled out of Lebanon warns against getting stuck again (NPR)