Russia and Ukraine have started a prisoner swap. Both sides say the exchange will happen in stages. Ukraine is getting back wounded soldiers and those under 25. Russia says young soldiers are also returning. The deal was made last week during talks in Turkey. Families in Ukraine gathered to meet the freed prisoners. The war goes on. Russia launched a record 479 drones overnight. Ukraine says it hit a Russian airbase and a factory that makes drone parts. Both sides claim damage but no deaths were reported. This is the biggest exchange since the war began in 2022. (PC: Telegram/Volodymyr Zelensky)

Over 10,000 global leaders, scientists, and activists have gathered in Nice, France, for the 3rd UN Ocean Conference (UNOC3) to address the ocean crisis. India, with its 7,500 km coastline, is playing a key role, led by Earth Sciences Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh. Focus areas include the Blue Economy, plastic pollution, marine biodiversity, and coastal resilience. India will advocate stronger ocean governance and push for ratifying the High Seas Treaty. With rising sea levels, plastic-choked beaches, and damaged reefs, India sees UNOC3 as a chance to drive global change and safeguard marine resources for future generations. (PC: NDTV)

Former President Donald Trump defended deploying 2,000 National Guard troops to Los Angeles amid protests over ICE raids, claiming the move prevented the city from being “completely obliterated.” Writing on Truth Social, Trump criticized California Governor Gavin Newsom and LA Mayor Karen Bass for opposing the deployment, calling them "ungrateful." Newsom has announced plans to sue the Trump administration, calling the act unconstitutional and escalatory. Protests erupted in downtown LA following reports of aggressive ICE detentions. While state officials insisted local law enforcement could manage, Trump insisted federal intervention was vital to restoring order and protecting American citizens. (PC: BBC)

A honeymoon trip turned into a chilling crime as 26-year-old Raja Raghuvanshi was found murdered in Meghalaya, allegedly by his wife Sonam and her lover Raj Kushwaha. Married on May 11, Raja and Sonam had travelled from Indore to Shillong when he went missing on May 23. His body, found near Weisawdong waterfall, bore multiple sharp wounds. Investigations revealed Sonam had conspired with Raj and three contract killers—Akash, Vishal, and Anand—to carry out the murder. All five suspects are in custody. Sonam’s father claims she was kidnapped, demanding a CBI probe as Meghalaya Police press charges. (PC: India Today)

TikTok star Khaby Lame was detained by US immigration officers in Las Vegas on June 6 for overstaying his visa. Lame, an Italian citizen born in Senegal, entered the US on April 30. He was later released and left the country the same day. The news came out after political activist Bo Loudon claimed he reported Lame. Khaby is known for his silent, funny videos mocking silly life hacks. He has over 160 million TikTok followers. Despite the detention, he stayed active on social media. Lame became famous during the pandemic and now attends top events like the Met Gala. (PC: Getty Images)

BBC Verify has checked videos of protests in Los Angeles. The first clip shows a car on fire near Dale’s Donut in Compton on 7 June. People were waving Mexican flags near it. Later, police fired tear gas at the scene. Another video shows Waymo taxis burning on Los Angeles Street. That happened on Sunday around 5 p.m. A third clip shows someone smashing LAPD windows with a skateboard. This was filmed at night near LAPD headquarters. BBC is still checking more videos to understand what happened and when during the protests. (PC: X)

Pakistan’s national debt has surged to an unprecedented ₹76,007 billion (₹76 trillion), marking its highest-ever debt burden, according to the 2024–25 Economic Survey presented on June 10, 2025 . This staggering increase is fueled by years of excessive foreign borrowing, inflationary pressures, and twin crises stemming from the pandemic and global fuel price spikes . While GDP marginally recovered to a projected 2.7% in FY‑2025, the country still grapples with unsustainable debt-to-GDP levels and dwindling foreign reserves . Experts warn that without stringent fiscal reforms and diversified international support, Islamabad risks a balance-of-payments default and deeper economic instability. (PC: News 18)

A British-flagged aid vessel, Madleen, carrying 12 activists including Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters on June 9 while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The flotilla, organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, had departed Sicily on June 1, rescuing migrants en route and carrying essentials like baby formula, flour, medical supplies, and water kits . Israeli defense officials condemned the voyage as a propaganda stunt supporting Hamas, asserting security concerns and redirecting the vessel to Ashdod. Critics from governments and NGOs denounced the takeover as “piracy” and a violation of international law, demanding the immediate release of the crew . Supporters and UN officials called for safe humanitarian passage, stressing the urgency amid escalating Gaza famine fears.

A British-flagged aid vessel, Madleen, carrying 12 activists including Greta Thunberg and French MEP Rima Hassan, was intercepted by Israeli forces in international waters on June 9 while attempting to deliver humanitarian aid to Gaza. The flotilla, organized by the Freedom Flotilla Coalition, had departed Sicily on June 1, rescuing migrants en route and carrying essentials like baby formula, flour, medical supplies, and water kits . Israeli defense officials condemned the voyage as a propaganda stunt supporting Hamas, asserting security concerns and redirecting the vessel to Ashdod. Critics from governments and NGOs denounced the takeover as “piracy” and a violation of international law, demanding the immediate release of the crew . Supporters and UN officials called for safe humanitarian passage, stressing the urgency amid escalating Gaza famine fears.

British photojournalist Nick Stern was seriously wounded while covering protests in Los Angeles, struck by a rubber bullet that tore a 5cm hole in his leg. “Whatever it was that hit me actually perforated the skin,” Stern said from his hospital bed. “I’ve been hit before, but this was different.” He was visibly marked as press and standing “in the middle of the road.” Stern questioned if he was targeted or if it was “bad training.” The protests, sparked by outrage over ICE raids and police conduct, have spread across LA. Officials urge calm, warning against violence and fearmongering. (PC: AP)