This highly anticipated debate is seen as a crucial moment in the election, potentially influencing undecided voters and solidifying support for one of the contenders.  

Indian national Nikhil Gupta was extradited to the United States on June 14 to face legal proceedings. However, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has not received any request for consular access from Gupta. MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal confirmed this during a weekly briefing on Friday.

In a move of escalating tensions, Iran has imposed retaliatory sanctions on more than two dozen American and British individuals and entities for their purported support of Israel in alleged 'terrorist acts' and 'human rights violations' against the Palestinian people.

Ten people were shot during an event at a bar in Sanford, Florida, early Sunday morning, leading to the arrest of a 16-year-old suspect. The Seminole County Sheriff's Office reported that deputies, patrolling near Cabana Live, heard gunshots and witnessed the dispersal of the crowd.

In a significant development, the United States and the United Kingdom have imposed new sanctions on Iran following its recent attack on Israel, an action that has significantly escalated tensions in the Middle East. This weekend's events mark a worrying progression in the regional conflict, potentially edging closer to an all-out war.

Iran's President Ebrahim Raisi issued a firm warning against actions that undermine Iran's interests, stating that they would be met with a "painful response".

Tensions between Iran and Israel have reached a boiling point, with both sides issuing threats of retaliation following a recent attack by Iran. Israel’s military chief, Herzi Halevi, affirmed that the country is prepared to respond to Iran’s aggression, while Iran has warned of deploying "weapons never used before" if Israel strikes back.

Amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, the US military reported intercepting over 80 drones and six ballistic missiles launched toward Israel from Iran and Yemen.

In the wake of escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has vowed a resolute response, asserting that Israel is prepared for any scenario, both defensively and offensively.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India issued a significant travel advisory on Friday, urging Indian nationals to refrain from non-essential travel to Iran and Israel.

The recent telephone conversation between US National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan and Sri Lanka's National Security Advisor Sagala Ratnayake marks a pivotal moment in bilateral relations. During the call, Sullivan extended the United States' unwavering support for Sri Lanka's security and sovereignty.

In a recent development amidst the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, the Russian Defense Ministry announced on Tuesday night that Moscow's military and security forces successfully thwarted an incursion attempt into Russian border regions, resulting in the elimination of 234 fighters.