Explanation

In 2026, UN Secretary-General António Guterres officially added the state armed and security forces of both Israel and Russia to the United Nations annual "blacklist" of parties credibly suspected of patterns of conflict-related sexual violence.

This marks the first time Israeli forces have been included in the report's 15-year history.

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Explanation

Bolivia's President Rodrigo Paz declared a national state of emergency in June 2026 to authorize military deployment to clear violent, nationwide protest blockades.

He declared a 90-day state of emergency, which curbs the right to protest and allows the military to be deployed domestically.

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Explanation

Iran has launched Operation Nasr against Israel.

It was launched on 8 June 2026.

“Nasr” means Victory.

Launched by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

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Explanation

Iran has launched Operation Nasr against Israel.

It was launched on 8 June 2026.

“Nasr” means Victory.

Launched by Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

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Explanation

On June 8, 2026 a Mw 7.8 earthquake struck the southern coast of Mindanao in the Philippines.

Its epicenter was off the coast of Sarangani province in the region of Soccsksargen.

Several people were killed and injured.

The quake was the strongest to hit the country since 1990.

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