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Trump is pivoting back to sanctions against Iran as other strategies aimed at ending his war have failed. He noted that he began this conflict after 50 years of economic pressure was unsuccessful in stopping Iran's nuclear weapons ambitions.

Hiroshima is marking the 81st anniversary of the U.S. atomic bombing during World War II. During this time, a mayor stated that they deplore the pursuit of nuclear weapons.

US President Donald Trump stated that the US is holding talks with Iran and prefers an agreement over further military action. He mentioned preparations for a major attack were paused after Iranian officials requested negotiations, while reaffirming a commitment to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Iran's deputy foreign minister denied recent US-Iran talks.

President Trump canceled a planned major military escalation against Iran after ordering it, with allies both prepared and urging delay. The article frames his decision as a strategic move to counter the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps' control over Iran and halt its nuclear program. Trump emphasized his goal to 'win' by securing the Strait of Hormuz and verifying Iran's abandonment of nuclear ambitions.

Republican Rep. Mike Turner expressed dissatisfaction with the administration's information sharing on Iran during an interview on 'Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,' while supporting the administration's strategy to pressure Iran into nuclear negotiations.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described a meeting with US President Donald Trump at the White House as 'excellent' and highlighted discussions about a 'full partnership' and shared goals regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions.

President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. Zelenskyy reported that Russia provided satellite images to Iran of U.S. military bases in the Persian Gulf, and Netanyahu discussed Iran's nuclear ambitions. Trump mentioned plans to address Zelenskyy’s report with Russian President Vladimir Putin.

Canada maintains its anti-nuclear stance, but the potential for acquiring nuclear weapons is becoming more feasible.

Japanese officials are increasingly open to discussing nuclear weapons, nuclear sharing, and revising the country’s Three Non-Nuclear Principles. This shift is driven by doubts about U.S. reliability and rising concerns over China.

Nonproliferation experts are urging Congress to reject a proposed Trump administration deal that could enable Saudi Arabia to develop nuclear weapons. The deal, reported by Reuters, involves sharing U.S. nuclear power technology with Saudi Arabia without safeguards to prevent weaponization.

President Donald Trump attended a ceremony honoring four U.S. service members killed in action and warned of escalating conflict with Iran, threatening to bomb Iranian infrastructure if attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz continue. Iran and the U.S. have exchanged attacks, with the Pentagon seeking $37.5 billion in additional funding for the conflict.

The Trump administration is expected to announce a nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia, which the White House claims will benefit American companies and establish a civilian nuclear program for Saudi Arabia. Critics, however, fear the deal may enable Saudi Arabia to develop nuclear weapons.

Anthropic is hiring experts to prevent AI misuse in areas like nuclear weapons, explosives, and cybercrime, offering salaries in the mid- to upper-$200Ks. The company emphasizes safety testing to avoid catastrophic outcomes, aligning with its belief in AI's real-world risks.

Finnish President Alexander Stubb stated that Chinese officials believe Russia will not use nuclear weapons in its ongoing war. Stubb made these remarks after meeting with the Chinese Foreign Minister and warned that the risk of escalation remains severe.

A scientist proposes a model using high-energy particles in Earth's magnetic field to detect hidden nuclear weapons in orbit. The method relies on identifying neutron signals from nuclear materials interacting with trapped protons, potentially verifiable by inspector satellites like CubeSats.

UK scientists are proposing the use of tiny satellites to detect nuclear weapons in space. The initiative aims to address the risk of conflict in increasingly crowded Earth orbits.

Scientists are exploring the use of cosmic rays to detect hidden nuclear weapons in space. A 60-year-old global ban on nuclear weapons in space faces potential failure due to increasing satellite numbers and geopolitical tensions.

The article examines five recurring narratives criticizing international law, particularly its regulation of military force, using contexts like the Ukraine war, Gaza war, and Iran. It argues these narratives—such as international law being a facade for power politics or too dogmatic—are often flawed, reflecting tensions between power and universal norms.

NATO Secretary General defends allied contributions in the US war against Iran. Mark Rutte expects allies to reaffirm that Iran must never acquire nuclear weapons during the NATO Summit in Ankara.

Netanyahu rejects Vance's assertion that Trump is Israel's only friend, stating many seek ties. He emphasizes shared goals with Trump on preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, asserting Israel's commitment to this objective even if the US fails.

Lithuania has removed its constitutional ban on nuclear weapons. This decision follows Finland's recent vote to eliminate its similar longstanding ban.

Britain's defense plan emphasizes drones, uncrewed submarines, and stealth fighter jets, with a 15 billion pound funding boost. The plan faces criticism for insufficient spending, as it falls short of NATO's 3% GDP target by 2030 and defense officials' requested amounts. Key figures include Prime Minister Keir Starmer and former Defense Secretary John Healey, who resigned over funding concerns.

The US plans to invest over $4bn to upgrade its military and spy bases in the UK, with some new facilities in Suffolk likely to store nuclear weapons. An additional $163m is allocated for a secretive spy base, according to Pentagon documents.

Masih Alinejad, a CBS News contributor, states that Iranians desire the 'promised' help they have been awaiting amid U.S.-Iran negotiations for a lasting peace deal. She emphasizes that Iranians do not seek nuclear weapons.

The IAEA chief emphasized 'very strong' nuclear verification in Iran after the Middle East conflict to prevent nuclear weapon development. The United States and Iran are negotiating a broader agreement to end the war, with Iran's nuclear program as a key issue.

Trump claims Iran has agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons, with negotiations happening from a position of strength. He stated the Strait of Hormuz remained open, US plans to use Iranian funds to buy American agricultural products, and dismissed reports of Iran's strength as fake news.

Tulsi Gabbard, the U.S. Director of National Intelligence, stated that U.S. intelligence agencies concluded Iran is not building nuclear weapons and has not resumed its 2003 nuclear weapons program. The article questions the reliability of evidence on Iranian nuclear weapons.

North Korea is equipping its navy with nuclear weapons, as stated by Kim Jong Un. The commissioning ceremony of the destroyer Choe Hyon took place in Nampo, North Korea on June 23, 2026.

North Korean leader Kim Jong-un announced plans to equip the navy with nuclear weapons and build 10,000-ton warships, as stated during the commissioning of the Choe Hyon in Nampo.

President Trump claims he stopped Iran from developing nuclear weapons, asserting they would have used them against Israel within weeks. He criticized the Obama-era JCPOA agreement as a path to nuclear capability for Iran. The article questions Trump's assertions, noting Israel's own nuclear arsenal likely deters Iranian aggression.

NATO is preparing for potential conflicts involving large-scale swarms of AI-controlled drones that could rival nuclear weapons in impact. The focus is on developing capabilities to counter such advanced drone systems in future warfare scenarios.

US and Iranian officials have begun talks in Switzerland amid a strained 60-day ceasefire. Tehran claims it closed the Strait of Hormuz due to ongoing fighting in Lebanon, while Washington emphasizes discussions on halting Iran's nuclear weapons ambitions and achieving a lasting conflict resolution.

As U.S.-Iran talks begin in Switzerland, U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz states the Trump administration acknowledges Iranian officials aren't 'good guys' but is pursuing a pragmatic approach focused on a nuclear agreement.

Donald Trump's approach to Iran involved two major gambles: first, using military force to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions, and second, negotiating a memorandum offering economic and military concessions in exchange for Iran halting nuclear weapon development. The memorandum, criticized as heavily favoring Iran, contrasts with a previous multinational agreement under Barack Obama that was less costly and more effective. Iran's regime remains resilient despite U.S. actions, with the Islamic Republic defying Western pressure and maintaining its anti-American stance.

Iran’s new leadership is considering lessons from the 110-day war, with early signs indicating a shift toward authoritarianism and closer ties with China. The ideological direction of this leadership may influence US-Iran negotiations on nuclear weapons, potentially reshaping Iran’s economy and the Middle East.

President Trump's deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz initiated a 60-day period to finalize details of a 14-point, vague memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at ending Iran's nuclear weapons ambitions and addressing other issues.

Tehran and Washington postponed direct peace talks aimed at finalizing a tentative agreement to end their conflict, according to Switzerland’s Foreign Ministry. A provisional deal signed by Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, U.S. President Donald Trump, and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif includes sanctions relief for Iran and commitments to abandon nuclear weapons development.

A recent survey by the Centre for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) found that strategic elites in Japan and South Korea remain skeptical about developing nuclear weapons. However, the survey suggests that if one country acquires nuclear weapons, support for such a move in the other could rise rapidly.

Senate Republicans criticized President Trump's 14-point Iran agreement, calling it a 'gift to Iran' and opposing provisions like a $300 billion development fund. Senators Roger Wicker and Ted Cruz argued the deal undermines Trump's goals and risks Iranian nuclear ambitions.

President Donald Trump signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran to end hostilities, but the agreement does not address Iran's nuclear program beyond maintaining its current status. The deal leaves final details on uranium enrichment and IAEA monitoring unresolved, raising concerns about Iran's compliance with nuclear non-proliferation obligations.