Summary of recent international political and security developments
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Various international actors
Global
June 18, 2026
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US-Iran peace deal negotiations window began June 18. China criticizes Japanese PM Takaichi's G7 remarks. Taiwanese leader Lai urges China to renounce force. Two men jailed in UK for spying on Hong Kong dissidents. China removes structure from Scarborough Shoal.
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