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U.S. Vice President Vance: Negotiations with Iran in Switzerland Could Begin as Early as June 21 Vice President JD Vance As Iran announced it would re-block the Strait of Hormuz, citing violations of a ceasefire memorandum of understanding by the U.S. SBS Jun 20, 2026 11:30 PM

U.S. Vice President Vance: "No Evidence Iran Is Blocking Strait of Hormuz" Vice President JD Vance U.S. Vice President JD Vance stated today that there is "no evidence" that Iran is currently blocking the Strait of Hormuz. SBS Jun 20, 2026 11:05 PM

Iranian Foreign Ministry: "Negotiating Delegation to Head to Switzerland" According to local Iranian media, Baghaei stated, "The negotiating delegation will depart for Switzerland shortly," adding, "There, we will demand that the other side fulfill the Memorandum of Understanding on ending the war and clarify how they intend to implement their commitments." "If the other side fails to keep part of their promises, the entire MOU will be at risk," Baghaei warned. SBS Jun 20, 2026 11:04 PM

Iranian Military Re-closes Strait of Hormuz, Citing U.S. and Israeli Violations of Cease-fire MOU This comes just two days after the strait was reopened to maritime traffic on June 18, following the implementation of a cease-fire memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. SBS Jun 20, 2026 10:57 PM

Power Cut Again at Russian-Occupied Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant; 20th Since War Began According to Reuters on Saturday, June 20 , the International Atomic Energy Agency stated, "The Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant has lost its external power supply." The agency added, "Emergency diesel generators are being operated to provide backup power for reactor core cooling and essential nuclear safety functions." The IAEA is currently mediating a local ceasefire and working on restoration efforts. SBS Jun 20, 2026 10:38 PM

Two Trains Collide in UK: 1 Train Driver Dead, 99 Injured A collision between two trains in the United Kingdom has left one train driver dead and dozens of passengers injured. SBS Jun 20, 2026 10:16 PM

Israel's Airstrikes on Lebanon Cast Shadow Over Cease-fire Negotiations Just as there was hope for peace in the Middle East, the sound of artillery continues to echo. SBS Jun 20, 2026 9:56 PM

'This Is the Holy Grail of the Battlefield': Sensing a Taiwan Crisis? The US Military's 'Secret Weapon' Funded with 70 Billion Won In 2022, a time when people wondered, "Would Russia really invade Ukraine?" the United States disclosed what it called a decisive clue that war was imminent. SBS Jun 20, 2026 9:10 PM

Fans Jeer as Broadcasters Air Ads During Water Breaks; U.S. Prosecutors Launch Probe into Skyrocketing Ticket Prices Behind the scenes of these spectacular matches, fans are voicing their frustration. SBS Jun 20, 2026 8:23 PM

Bolivia Declares State of Emergency as Protests Paralyze Economy According to Reuters on June 20 , Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz announced the state of emergency during a live national address today, stating that the move is intended to clear the road blockades that have persisted for 50 days and to restore social order. SBS Jun 20, 2026 5:41 PM