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Hamas responds to U.S.-backed ceasefire proposal with amendments, Israel views it as rejection, amid ongoing Gaza conflict and tensions.

Hamas submits its response to cease-fire proposal

A United Nations inquiry published Wednesday morning, June 12, found that both Israel and Hamas committed war crimes during the early stages of the Gaza war. The U.N. Commission of Inquiry, which also accused Israel of crimes against humanity due to significant civilian casualties and infrastructure damage in Gaza, released the findings in two separate reports.

Israel, Hamas committed war crimes, UN inquiry says

What's next now that Hunter Biden has been convicted on all 3 federal gun charges? Learn more in the Morning Rundown for June 12.

Hunter Biden Convicted on all 3 federal gun charges

President Biden said he won't pardon his son and added that he accepts the outcome of his son's gun case and the judicial process.

Rep. Luna predicts President Biden will pardon Hunter after election

A liberal activist went undercover at a charity event, obtaining recordings that have brought new scrutiny to the U.S. Supreme Court.

Reaction to conservative Supreme Court justices secretly recorded at Gala

The Virginia Chapter of the NAACP and five students are planning on filing a lawsuit against a school board that voted to restore the names of two schools to Confederate leaders.

Virginia NAACP files suit against school board that restored Confederate names

Sen. Rubio warns of Venezuela's Tren de Aragua gang linked to major crimes, including trafficking and violence, across the U.S.

US officials warn of Venezuela’s Tren de Aragua gang crossing border

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken in Israel urges acceptance of a U.N.-endorsed ceasefire plan between Israel and Hamas.

Blinken in Israel as UN Security Council endorses cease-fire plan

It's day two of jury deliberations in Hunter Biden's federal gun trial. The president's son could face up to 25 years in prison if convicted.

Jury deliberations to resume in Hunter Biden’s federal gun trial

In the wake of the European Parliament elections, French President Emmanuel Macron called for a snap election. Here's what that means.

Macron calls for snap election after EU ‘drubbing.’ What does it mean?

A Facebook post claiming a juror's cousin had prior knowledge of Trump's verdict raised controversy, with Republicans calling for a mistrial.

Controversy over Facebook comment alleging juror misconduct in Trump trial

Michigan officials revealed that split-ticket voters using Dominion ICX Voter Assist Terminals may face 'programming issues' on election day.

Electronic voting expands as FBI raises concerns about security issues

Biden administration officials hope it will help the president with the Latino vote in battleground states like Arizona, Nevada and Georgia.

Biden admin may protect undocumented spouses of US citizens from deportation

Benny Gantz resigns from Israel's war cabinet, citing Netanyahu's failure to devise a post-war plan for Gaza by June 8.

Benny Gantz resigns from Israel’s war cabinet

Former President Donald Trump will virtually attend a virtual pre-sentencing interview related to his New York criminal charges June 10.

Trump to attend virtual pre-sentencing interview

29 bipartisan Senators wrote a letter to Amazon CEO Andy Jassy demanding answers about how the company treats its delivery drivers.

Senators want to know if Amazon controls independent drivers’ wages

Israel's campaign in Gaza may be winding down, but a wider conflict between the IDF and Iranian-backed Hezbollah could be brewing.

With Gaza wrapping up, Israel prepares for fight with Hezbollah

Trump called for Jan. 6 investigative committee members to be indicted after his former chief strategist Steve Bannon was sentenced to prison.

Trump calls for Jan. 6 investigative committee members to be indicted

A new Pew Research poll reveals that 90% of American voters already decided whom they will support in the 2024 election.

Poll: Biden, Trump supporters far apart on issues, most polarized in decades

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will address Congress on July 24 to discuss Israel's war against Hamas amid growing U.S. tensions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress in July

President Joe Biden told ABC News he will not pardon his son, Hunter, if he's convicted on federal gun charges

President says he would not pardon Hunter Biden in federal gun trial

The Wall Street Journal published a piece about Biden's mental health behind closed doors, sparking debate over the validity of the sources.

WSJ article on Biden’s behavior behind closed doors sparks controversy

The battle of the balloons continues. Under the cover of darkness, North Korean defectors sent more balloons from south to north Thursday.

North Korean defectors send balloons with leaflets, cash, K-pop

Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin announced the state plans to abandon the California emissions standards on vehicles it adopted in 2021.

Virginia governor announces state will exit California emissions standards