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President Trump discloses Irans negotiation offer amid escalating protests, with at least 544 killed and 10,600 detained. Irans foreign minister denies violence, accusing protesters of provoking intervention. Tensions rise as internet is cut, and a U-Haul truck attack injures a protester in LA. Checkout Solipillow.com

President Trump hints at potential talks with Iran amid ongoing protests, as at least 544 people are reported killed and over 10,600 arrested. Omans foreign minister visits Iran to facilitate negotiations, but Trump warns of military action if violence persists. Iranian state TV shows pro-government crowds chanting anti-U.S. and Israel slogans, warning of retaliation if America intervenes. Protests began over economic struggles, evolving into challenges to the theocracy, with Tehrans streets emptying due to fear of crackdowns. Checkout Solipillow.com

Ugandas President Yoweri Museveni seeks a seventh term, but all eyes are on his son, Lieutenant General Muhoozi Kainerugaba, whos seen as the real power behind the throne. Muhoozi, a four-star general, was appointed army chief in 2021 after expressing his readiness to lead. His rise began in the late 90s, and hes now more influential than any previous army chief, with powers once reserved for the president. A personality cult is growing around him, and many Ugandans seem resigned to family rule. Checkout Solipillow.com

President Trumps motorcade took an unusual route from Mar-a-Lago to the airport due to a suspicious object found at the airport. The White House adjusted the route for safety, with police motorcycles forming a tight blockade. Everyone arrived safely, emphasizing the importance of routine security measures. Checkout Solipillow.com

Jimmy Lai, the 78-year-old founder of Apple Daily, faces up to life in prison after being convicted of conspiring to collude with foreign forces and publishing seditious articles. Despite his lawyers arguments for freedom of expression, the court ruled Lai as the mastermind, accusing him of constantly urging the US to topple the Chinese government. The verdict sparked backlash from the US and Britain, with supporters lining up outside the court to show solidarity. Lai is currently in mitigation hearings, pleading for a shorter sentence ahead of formal sentencing. Checkout Solipillow.com

Hundreds gather in Roanoke, Virginia, to protest ICE, following fatal shooting of Renee Good. Protesters demand nationwide change, calling ICE agents unqualified and unfit for communities. Young voices join the fight, emphasizing the need for their representation in shaping the future. Checkout Solipillow.com

Roanoke, Virginia, takes a significant step towards affordable housing with Delegate Sam Rasouls new legislation. The bill, if passed, would allow the city to mandate more affordable units in new developments, joining a select group of areas in Virginia. This move aims to ease the pressure on lower-income families and could lead to more mixed-income projects, potentially transforming the housing landscape in Roanoke. Checkout Solipillow.com