15 June 2025 – Top News Headlines

Here are some of the Top News Headlines for this week based on available information:

1. Israel-Iran Conflict Escalates: Israel launched a major military operation against Iran, targeting nuclear and military sites, including an aboveground nuclear enrichment plant near Natanz and key energy infrastructure like the South Pars gas field. Iran retaliated with missile and drone attacks on Israeli cities, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, killing at least four in Israel and 78 in Iran. The conflict has raised fears of a wider regional war, with diplomatic efforts urging restraint and U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman canceled.
2. Air India Plane Crash in Ahmedabad: An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed during takeoff in Ahmedabad, India, on June 12, killing 270 people, making it the worst aviation disaster in a decade. India ordered inspections of all Boeing 787s operated by local carriers, and the cause is under investigation. Victims included a diverse group, such as siblings with global ambitions and a former nursery school headteacher known for her charity work.
3. U.S. Protests and National Guard Deployment: Protests against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) swept Los Angeles, prompting President Donald Trump to deploy 2,000 National Guard members and U.S. Marines, a move criticized by California’s governor as an abuse of power. Demonstrations also spread to Texas, where the governor put the National Guard on standby. A curfew was imposed in Los Angeles to manage the unrest.
4. World Pride Rally in Washington, D.C.: The 50th anniversary of Pride celebrations in Washington, D.C., featured the World Pride Rally and March at the Lincoln Memorial on June 8, highlighting inclusivity and equity. The event underscored ongoing cultural and political divides in the U.S.
5. Bitcoin ETF Milestone and Crypto Market Dip: The iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) reached $70 billion in assets in just 341 days, outpacing gold ETFs. However, the broader crypto market dropped 4% to $3.51 trillion, with Bitcoin falling to $107,563. A new U.S. law banned state and local governments from accepting crypto payments, while the CLARITY Act advanced to set clearer digital asset regulations.

These stories reflect significant global developments, from geopolitical tensions to economic shifts and social movements.