- Venezuela earthquake aftermath: A 7.5-magnitude quake — the strongest ever recorded in the country, per the USGS — devastated Caracas. Analysts point to the city’s hazardous geography, unstable buildings, and economic crisis as factors amplifying the destruction.
- Hezbollah’s chief demanded Israel “unconditionally” leave Lebanon, as Lebanese authorities reported six deaths from Israeli strikes this week.
- Pakistan restored the Gomal Zam hydropower station to its full 17.4 MW capacity after eight years of partial operation, reconnecting it to the national grid.
- Greece swore in its first-ever female volunteer soldiers in a ceremony at Lamia.
Walter Murrow
June 26, 2026
