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Trump calls on Russia, Syria to stop bombing Idlib province

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday urged Russia and Syrian government forces to stop bombing Syria's Idlib province, following a Friday Kremlin statement that signaled Moscow would continue to back a month-long Syrian government offensive there. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2KjgGBg

Trump urges Israel to 'get their act together' amid election turmoil

U.S. President Donald Trump, voicing impatience with close ally Israel, said on Sunday he was not happy about electoral upheaval there and urged the Israelis to "get their act together." from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2WaKNNI

Mexican president's party looks set to win two state governor races

Mexico's president is expected to score comfortable wins at Sunday's state elections in the first test of his popularity since taking office, with exit polls showing his party taking both governorships up for grabs. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/31cPAC6

Mexico's ruling Morena party tipped to win Baja California state governor race: Mitofsky exit poll

Mexico's ruling Morena party was favored to win the race for governor in the state of Baja California on Sunday with between 53.8% and 57.2% of votes, according to an exit poll published by Consulta Mitofsky. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2WcGscF

FOX NEWS: Remembering D-Day: A 75th Anniversary Special

Remembering D-Day: A 75th Anniversary Special June 6, 2019 marks the 75th anniversary of the D-Day landings and the beginning of the Battle for Normandy. Martha MacCallum helps us remember the triumphs, tragedy and brilliant strategic planning that our brave soldiers endured.

FOX NEWS: The Latest: Trump praises Powells, humorist Russell

The Latest: Trump praises Powells, humorist Russell The Latest on President Donald Trump's activities on Sunday (all times local): 7:50 p.m. President Donald Trump says retired Gen. Colin Powell and his wife, Alma, are "two people to really look up to."

FOX NEWS: 'We've invited you': Chris Wallace spars with Gillibrand over abortion controversy

'We've invited you': Chris Wallace spars with Gillibrand over abortion controversy Things got heated at a Fox News town hall on Sunday when New York Senator Kirsten Gillibrand used the platform to blame the network for allowing discussions of infanticide in debates about abortion and women's reproductive rights. 

Kushner: Palestinians deserve self-determination but uncertain they can govern themselves

White House senior adviser Jared Kushner said in an interview broadcast on Sunday that the Palestinians deserve "self-determination," but stopped short of backing Palestinian statehood and expressed uncertainty over their ability to govern themselves. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2WjzhEE

FOX NEWS: Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 4

Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 4 Democratic 2020 presidential candidate Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand answers audience questions with moderator Chris Wallace in Dubuque, Iowa.

FOX NEWS: Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 3

Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 3 Democratic 2020 presidential candidate Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand answers audience questions with moderator Chris Wallace in Dubuque, Iowa.

Pompeo and Kuwaiti foreign minister discuss regional, international developments in call

Kuwaiti Foreign Minister Sheikh Sabah al Khalid al Sabah discussed the latest regional and international developments with U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo in a phone call late on Sunday, Kuwait's foreign ministry said in a statement, without giving further details. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/312sopX

Canada suspends Venezuela embassy operations, reviewing Maduro envoys

Canada will suspend operations at its embassy in Venezuela immediately because its diplomats will no longer be able to obtain visas, the Canadian foreign minister said on Sunday. from Reuters: World News https://reut.rs/2HPqAcc

FOX NEWS: Gillibrand lights into NRA as 'worst organization in this country' at Fox News town hall

Gillibrand lights into NRA as 'worst organization in this country' at Fox News town hall Kirsten Gillibrand sought to revive her struggling presidential candidacy at a fiery Fox News town hall Sunday in Dubuque, Iowa, raising her voice repeatedly, unapologetically embracing late-term abortion, and lighting into the National Rifle Association (NRA) as "the worst organization in this country."

FOX NEWS: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand defends calling for Sen. Al Franken's resignation

Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand defends calling for Sen. Al Franken's resignation Democratic presidential Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand says if Democratic donors are angry that she stood by Sen. Al Franken's accusers 'that's on them.'

FOX NEWS: Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 2

Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 2 Democratic 2020 presidential candidate Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand answers audience questions with moderator Chris Wallace in Dubuque, Iowa.

FOX NEWS: Chris Wallace pushes back against Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand's criticism of Fox News

Chris Wallace pushes back against Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand's criticism of Fox News Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Gillibrand claims a 'false narrative' has been created in the abortion debate.

FOX NEWS: Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 1

Town Hall with Kirsten Gillibrand: Part 1 Democratic 2020 presidential candidate Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand discusses gun violence, the importance of women's voices in public life, push for Sen. Al Franken's resignation and her position on abortion with moderator Chris Wallace in Dubuque, Iowa.