Los Angeles police have begun mass arrests after enforcing a partial curfew amid protests against federal immigration raids. The LAPD reported ongoing unrest on 1st Street between Spring and Alameda, stating, “mass arrests are being initiated.” Mayor Karen Bass imposed a curfew on a one-square-mile area to curb looting and violence. California Governor Gavin Newsom blamed Donald Trump for escalating tensions, calling his military deployment plan “unprecedented.” A federal court denied Newsom’s emergency motion to stop it. Protests have now spread to at least 10 cities, including New York, Dallas, and Chicago, with multiple arrests and National Guard deployment in Texas. (PC: X)

Tesla and SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has admitted that some of his recent posts about US President Donald Trump “went too far.” The tech billionaire shared the statement on his platform X on June 11, following a week-long public feud with Trump over political and economic issues. The row intensified after Musk stepped down from his government advisory role and openly criticized the Republican Party’s proposed tax bill. “I regret some of my posts about President Donald Trump last week,” Musk posted. Tensions have grown between the two, highlighting deep divisions over business influence in US policymaking. (PC: India Today)

Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir is set to attend the US Army Day celebrations in Washington DC on June 14, marking the Army’s 250th anniversary. Sources told CNN-News18 that the visit reflects Pakistan’s strategic relevance amid US-China tensions, rather than a shift in India policy. The US may pressure Munir to act against terror groups targeting India and Afghanistan. Pakistan will seek investment and US assurances on TTP. India remains firm against any third-party mediation on Kashmir. The visit has sparked political backlash in Pakistan, with PTI planning protests and calling Munir a “criminal.” Outcomes remain uncertain. (PC: News18)

Los Angeles imposed a 10-hour curfew starting 8pm after five days of protests sparked by immigration raids and police violence. Mayor Karen Bass announced the curfew following widespread looting downtown. California Governor Gavin Newsom condemned former President Donald Trump for “inflaming” tensions, while Trump called the protests an “assault on peace.” Police used rubber bullets to disperse remaining crowds, reportedly injuring protesters. Press were also threatened with arrest despite being exempt. In Texas, the governor deployed the National Guard in anticipation of similar protests. Demonstrations have spread to multiple U.S. cities, with several arrests reported in New York. (PC: BBC)

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan, a 20-year-old Pakistani national residing in Canada, was extradited to the U.S. on June 10 to face terrorism charges after allegedly planning a mass shooting at a Jewish centre in Brooklyn supported by ISIS . Arrested near the Quebec–U.S. border on September 4, 2024, he had been communicating with undercover FBI agents to procure assault rifles, knives, and a smuggler for the Oct 7–11, 2024 attack timed with Jewish events . U.S. Attorney Jay Clayton and others praised international cooperation leading to his arrest. Khan faces up to 20 years, or potentially life, if convicted. (PC: News 18)    

Widespread protests have erupted across Los Angeles following aggressive ICE raids targeting migrant communities. Demonstrators, including peaceful protesters and masked agitators, clashed with police using less-lethal munitions and erected barricades, with some throwing rocks, eggs, scooters, and Molotov-like devices . Vandalism, looting of retail stores (Apple, Adidas), burning Waymo cars and defaced public buildings prompted Mayor Bass to impose a downtown curfew (8 p.m.–6 a.m.) and declare an emergency . President Trump deployed up to 4,000 National Guard and 700 Marines under the Insurrection Act, prompting legal pushback from Governor Newsom and intensified debates on federal overreach. (PC: AP)

California Governor Gavin Newsom has filed an emergency court request to block President Donald Trump’s deployment of 4,000 National Guard troops and 700 Marines to Los Angeles for immigration raids. Newsom's move follows protests over mass deportations. He accused Trump of using troops to “stroke his ego,” calling the deployment reckless. The Marines haven’t yet responded to protests and are currently protecting federal buildings. The LAPD says it doesn't need federal help, while the Pentagon claims the mission costs $134 million. Newsom, joined by state Democrats, calls the move an unlawful overreach and a violation of state sovereignty. (PC: HT)

Austria's deadliest school shooting claimed 11 lives after a former student opened fire at Dreierschützengasse secondary school in Graz. The 21-year-old gunman, who didn't graduate from the school, killed 10 people including seven pupils before taking his own life. "A school is more than just a place to learn - it is a space for trust," Chancellor Christian Stocker said, declaring it a "national tragedy." The gunman legally owned two firearms and acted alone, police confirmed. Austria declared three days of mourning with flags at half-mast. Long queues formed at blood donation centers as the community rallied together. (PC: AP)

London Mayor Sadiq Khan was knighted by King Charles III at Buckingham Palace on Tuesday, becoming the first mayor of London to receive the honor. Sir Sadiq, re-elected for a third term in May 2024, was recognized in the New Year Honours for political and public service. The ceremony saw him kneel before the monarch and be dubbed with a sword in the traditional process. The son of Pakistani immigrants, Khan called it "a big deal" for his family, with his emotional mother attending. However, Conservatives criticized the knighthood, claiming it rewards his "track record of failure." (PC: BBC)

Climate activist Greta Thunberg was deported from Israel on Tuesday following her detention while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The 22-year-old was among 12 activists aboard the British-flagged yacht "Madleen" when Israeli naval forces intercepted their "Freedom Flotilla" mission. The group sought to break Israel's naval blockade of Gaza, in place since 2007. Thunberg departed on a flight to Sweden via France, according to the Israeli Foreign Ministry. While some activists accepted deportation, eight remain detained at Givon prison, planning to contest their removal before an Israeli tribunal. The vessel had departed from Sicily earlier this month. (PC: IsraelMFA / X)