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Iran Claims Darkhovin Nuclear Power Plant Construction Site Struck airstrike. In a statement, the Atomic Energy Organization of Iran said, "Attacking a peaceful nuclear facility subject to international safeguards is a clear violation of international law." Regarding this, the Associated Press analyzed photos taken last September by the U.S. SBS Jul 20, 2026 3:59 AM

Mamdani: "Considering Legal Options to Arrest 'War Criminal' Netanyahu During September New York Visit" In an interview with The New York Times released on July 18 , Mayor Mamdani referred to Prime Minister Netanyahu as a "war criminal indicted by the International Criminal Court ." When asked about the specific legal authority for such an arrest, the mayor replied, "It is a matter we are actively discussing with our law department," adding, "I am not talking about my personal assessment of Prime Minister Netanyahu." Mayor Mamdani added, "I am talking about the fact that the ICC has issued an arrest warrant, the gravity of those charges, and my duty as mayor to uphold the laws of New York City." He emphasized, "I will do whatever is permitted under New York City law, but I will not create our own laws for that purpose." The ICC issued an arrest warrant for Prime Minister Netanyahu in November 2024 on charges of war crimes and crimes against humanity in the Gaza Strip. SBS Jul 20, 2026 3:58 AM

Kim Si-woo Finishes Tied for 6th at The Open Championship Kim shot a 2-over-par in the final round of the 154th Open Championship, held at Royal Birkdale Golf Club in Southport, England, recording two birdies and four bogeys. SBS Jul 20, 2026 3:02 AM

CIA Conducted Secret Probe into UAE Firm G42 Over Ties to China Secretary of State Marco Rubio and UAE National Security Advisor Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan The U.S. SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:30 AM

U.S.-Iran Trapped in Cycle of 'Retaliation and Revenge,' Closer to All-Out War Amid observations that the resumption of all-out war is imminent, the Middle East situation has become increasingly unstable as both sides cross each other's red lines. SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:25 AM

U.S. Secretary of State Meets Lebanese President to Discuss Implementation of Israel-Lebanon Peace Agreement Secretary of State Marco Rubio U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on July 19 to discuss the implementation status of the peace agreement between Lebanon and Israel, which was previously brokered by the United States. SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:20 AM

Israel Launches $50 Million Campaign to Sway U.S. Public Opinion Using AI Text Messages The Wall Street Journal reported on July 18 that the Israeli government is utilizing artificial intelligence text messages, conservative media, and influencers to change the perceptions of American citizens. SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:18 AM

Putin Meets North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui, Expresses Gratitude for North Korean Troops Russian President Vladimir Putin met with North Korean Foreign Minister Choe Son-hui, who is currently visiting the country, TASS news agency reported on July 19 . SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:16 AM

U.S. Warns Against Visiting Aqaba Airport and Port; Iranian Missiles Follow Warning Embassy in Amman, Jordan, reported on July 19 that Jordanian authorities had issued an evacuation order for the international airport and port in the Aqaba region, which borders the Red Sea. SBS Jul 20, 2026 2:14 AM