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Danish Court Convicts Two Swedes in Grenade Attack Near Israeli Embassy
Two Swedish nationals were convicted in Denmark on terrorism and attempted murder charges for detonating two hand grenades near the Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen in October 2024. The attack, which occurred on October 2, 2024, resulted in prison sentences for both individuals.
The younger of the two men, aged 18, received a 12-year prison sentence, while his 21-year-old accomplice was sentenced to 14 years, according to The Associated Press, citing Swedish news agency TT. The identities of the convicted men have not been released. Reports indicate the two men were acting on behalf of a criminal gang, the AP reported.
Iran Seeks Nuclear Talks in Oman Amid Tensions
In other international news, Iran has requested nuclear talks with the United States be held in Oman on Friday, according to a source familiar with the discussions. This request comes as Tehran is reportedly pushing for changes to the structure of renewed negotiations. Axios reported that Iranian officials are also pressing to limit the talks to a bilateral U.S.-Iran format, excluding other Arab and regional countries, a move that could complicate U.S. diplomatic efforts in the region.
The Iranian president has recently adopted a softer tone regarding nuclear talks, following warnings from President Donald Trump. Trump stated at the White House on Monday that the U.S. is talking with Iran and that he would "like to see a deal negotiated." He added, "And if we could work something out, that'd be great. And if we can't, probably bad things will happen."
Government Shutdown Ends as House Passes Funding Bill
In domestic news, the House of Representatives passed a federal funding bill on Tuesday aimed at ending the partial government shutdown. The bill, which passed the House 217-214, is a compromise struck between Senate Democrats and the White House that would fund roughly 97% of the federal government through the end of fiscal 2026.
The four-day standoff came to a close shortly after the legislation reached President Donald Trump's desk.
Kennedy Center Shutdown Plan Creates Uncertainty
President Trump's abrupt announcement that the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts would close this summer for a two-year construction project has created uncertainty for the Washington cultural institution. "We're kind of in shock right now," said Anne Vantine, the president of a union local that represents box office workers. She added that she had spent much of the night after the president's announcement fielding calls and texts from Kennedy Center employees who were fearful of losing their jobs. The closure raises questions about where its orchestra would play and what would happen to its subscribers and its hundreds of employees.
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