A new exchange of fire with Iran in the Gulf tests the fragile ceasefire
CAIRO (AP) — Iran has fired ballistic missiles and drones toward Bahrain and Kuwait. That's according to Bahrain’s government. The U.S. said Saturday that it intercepted several aimed at Gulf allies and the Strait of Hormuz. Bahrain called on Tehran to stop what it called a “serious escalation.” Iran said it targeted the U.S. military and its foreign ministry accused the U.S. of attacking surveillance facilities on Qeshm Island. Tehran called it a violation of the fragile ceasefire. Meanwhile, the U.S. Treasury Department is considering allowing Gulf allies to tap into frozen Iranian assets to pay for damages they sustained in the war.
Israeli airstrikes kill 9 including Lebanese army officers after ceasefire deal
BEIRUT (AP) — Israeli airstrikes on southern Lebanon on Saturday killed nine people, including three Lebanese military members, according to the Lebanese army and state media. Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun condemned the strike as a violation of sovereignty. An airstrike on a vehicle killed a brigadier general, a captain, and another soldier. The Israeli military said it targeted a vehicle moving suspiciously near soldiers. Another strike killed six people in Saksakiyah village. The Iranian-backed Hezbollah militant group has rejected latest ceasefire that was brokered by the U.S. The conflict began in March when Hezbollah fired rockets at northern Israel.
At least 12 people shot at an Ohio festival and a search for suspects is still ongoing, police say
Authorities say a shooting near a busy street festival in Ohio has wounded at least 12 people. Toledo police say the shooting happened Saturday near the Old West End Festival, an annual gathering of live music and home tours in a historic district. Deputy Police Chief Joe Heffernan says it appears that at least two people fired weapons and they were “probably shooting at each other.” Heffernan also says two of the victims are in critical condition. Police are searching for suspects with nobody yet in custody. Officials have urged people who were at the festival to come forward with any photos or videos on their phones for possible leads.
Female Navy officers say they fear a career cap after Hegseth cuts women from promotions list
WASHINGTON (AP) — Several female Navy officers say they see Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's recent intervention in a promotions list as a sign their careers now have a ceiling. The Navy had selected 31 sailors to promote from the rank of captain to one-star admiral, but Hegseth cut nine people, including all three women, from the list. That's according to a defense official who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss information not permitted to be released publicly. The Associated Press spoke with eight female Navy officers of varying ranks and time in service. They say they now worry for the future generation of female military leaders.
Israeli troops kill 7-month-old baby in West Bank, Palestinian officials say
HEBRON, West Bank (AP) — Palestinian officials say Israeli troops have killed a 7-month-old Palestinian baby in the occupied West Bank as violence surges there. Soldiers fired at the family's vehicle south of Hebron on Friday evening. The baby's father was shot in the hand. The mother also was wounded. The Israeli military said they fired at a vehicle perceived to be accelerating toward them. The father has demanded justice and rejecting the notion of a mistake. Israeli soldiers accused of harming Palestinians are rarely penalized. An Israeli strike in Gaza killed at least seven people including two women and a girl.
Ukraine targets St. Petersburg again after Putin rejects Zelenskyy's offer for direct talks
Residents of St. Petersburg have been told to stay indoors after a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack targeted the city. It highlights Kyiv's growing ability to strike deep inside Russia. St. Petersburg's governor said three people sustained minor injuries and warned of possible mobile internet disruptions. Russia's Defense Ministry said its air defenses shot down 376 Ukrainian drones. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy noted the drones traveled about 620 miles to reach the region. The attack is a blow to Russian President Vladimir Putin's efforts to portray the conflict as distant. Putin rejected Zelenskyy's proposal for a face-to-face meeting.
Trump issues pardon to former Republican congressman convicted of insider trading
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump has issued a pardon to Stephen Buyer, a former Republican congressman from Indiana who served nearly two years in prison for making illegal stock trades based on inside information after he left office. Buyer sentenced to 22 months in prison in 2023 for making those trades while working as a consultant and lobbyist. He maintains that he is innocent. Trump cited Buyer’s career as a judge advocate general in the Army and in the House that was “distinguished and highly productive.” Buyer says the pardon “corrects a politically motivated prosecution” and that it was “horrific to be imprisoned for a crime that I did not commit.”
Fuel prices are shaping summer plans as US boaters get ready to hit the water
DEXTER TOWNSHIP, Mich. (AP) — Motorists and airline passengers aren't the only travelers thinking about high fuel prices as summer vacations near. Recreational boaters are feeling a pinch from the Iran war too. The ethanol-free gasoline that many boats prefer is even more expensive than regular gas. So is diesel fuel, which also powers some boats. The National Marine Manufacturers Association says its conversations with boaters indicate that most still plan to head out on the water this year but fuel costs are curtailing some people's plans. Businesses like fishing charters are deciding whether to add fuel surcharges to make up for their higher costs.
The World Cup poses an unprecedented security challenge at a fraught moment. Is the US ready?
NEW YORK (AP) — The upcoming World Cup will feature 48 teams and 104 matches across the United, Mexico, and Canada. It also presents a massive security challenge. The World Cup involves more countries and games than ever before, and it kicks off next week amid global tensions and mounting political violence. In the U.S., a vast network of federal agencies, local police, and private entities will manage security. They'll use advanced tools such as hunter drones and artificial intelligence-powered cameras to secure stadiums and fan zones. Officials are confident in their preparations despite concerns about drones and AI misinformation.
Russian teen Mirra Andreeva says she had to overcome so many demons inside to win the French Open
PARIS (AP) — Russian teenager Mirra Andreeva was already a tennis phenom at age 15. At 19 she’s a Grand Slam champion. The eighth-ranked Andreeva ended the run of 114th-ranked Polish qualifier Maja Chwalinska with a 6-3, 6-2 victory in the French Open final. Andreeva became the youngest player to win the women’s singles title since Monica Seles, who was 18 when she landed her third straight French Open in 1992. Chwalinska was attempting to become the first qualifier to capture the Roland Garros title. Alexander Zverev plays Flavio Cobolli in the men’s final on Sunday to conclude the wildest Grand Slam in recent memory.
