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Trump Announces Ceasefire Between Israel and Iran

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Sources familiar with national security and military actions around the world speculate that Israel has harmed Iran’s military capacity in their war, limiting their ability to respond more forcefully and their interest in prolonged conflict. However, there are concerns of other actions including activation of embedded “lone wolf” and “sleeper cell” terrorists within the United States at any time.

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June 23, 2025

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By April Ryan
BlackPressUSA.com Newswire Washington Bureau Chief and White House Correspondent

Only hours after the Pentagon confirmed that, “Al Udeid Air Base was attacked by short-range and medium-range ballistic missiles originating from Iran,” President Donald Trump announced that a “complete and total ceasefire” agreement has been reached between Israel and Iran, adding, “At this time, there are no reports of U.S. casualties. We are monitoring this situation closely and will provide more information as it becomes available.”

Iran fired 19 missiles at the United States’ most extensive military base in the Middle East, located in Qatar. Iran launched a limited attack in retaliation after President Trump ordered air strikes designed to destroy several of Iran’s nuclear facilities.

According to the Associated Press, Qatar condemned the attack on Al Udeid Air Base, noting that the missiles were successfully intercepted before reaching their targets.

In March, Trump’s own Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard, testified before Congress that there was no indication that Iran sought to achieve weapons-grade uranium via its enrichment program. However, the administration instead chose to rely on Israeli intelligence and the demands of Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who argued that Iran’s uranium enrichment program has advanced beyond agreed-upon parameters, representing a threat to Israel and the region.

In a message to the nation following the U.S. strikes, Trump warned that if Iran sought military retaliation against the U.S., it would be “a terrible mistake.” Some speculate that Iran may seek additional retaliation by closing the Strait of Hormuz. Approximately 20% of the world’s oil supply travels through the narrow waterway located between Iran and Oman.

The White House is firm on not calling this a war so that the administration’s actions do not conflict with the War Powers Act, legislation intended to check a U.S. President’s power to commit the United States to an armed conflict without the consent of the U.S. Congress. However, the president’s rhetoric over the last few days indicates that he has not ruled out the use of military force to spur regime change in Iran.

Last weekend, Vice President J.D. Vance was a guest on NBC’s Meet the Press. When asked by host Kristen Welker if the U.S. air strikes amount to a declaration of war with Iran, Vance said, “We are not at war with Iran, we are at war with Iran’s nuclear program.”

Sources familiar with national security and military actions around the world speculate that Israel has diminished Iran’s military capacity as a result of their conflict, limiting Iran’s ability to respond more forcefully, as well as any interest in prolonged conflict. However, there are concerns about other actions, including the activation of embedded “lone wolf” and “sleeper cell” terrorists within the United States.

Just before the explosions, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian wrote on the social platform X: “We neither initiated the war nor sought it. But we will not leave the invasion to the great Iran without an answer.”

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Youth-Led Black August Event Brings Past to Present at East Oakland Boxing Association

The mission of Youth Alive! Is to “break the cycle of violence, heal trauma, and uplift a thriving community of leaders, to save lives in Oakland and beyond” by serving “as mentors, youth leaders, counselors, case managers, intervention specialists and violence interrupters,” working “to help violently wounded people heal themselves and their community.”
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2 weeks ago

August 29, 2026

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By Jana Lang Propel Youth Reporter

Youth-Led Black August Event Brings Past to Present at East Oakland Boxing Association

The East Oakland Boxing Association (EOBA) and Youth Alive! came together on Aug. 21 to share with their community all that Black August means to them.

Held on EOBA’s patio at 816 98th Ave. in Deep East Oakland, the two organizations hosted their second annual Black August Experience, featuring a food tasting, financial literacy and mindfulness workshops, and voter registration with the League of Women Voters Oakland (LWV).

Black August is known as a time to uphold the legacy of prisoners who protested their conditions by fasting, fighting, and educating themselves on the economic and political circumstances that contributed to their incarceration.

According to its website, “EOBA is a multi-service youth and community development hub that goes far beyond the ring. While rooted in the discipline of boxing, for nearly 40 years EOBA has also integrated robust programs in workforce development, food justice, afterschool enrichment, financial literacy, mentorship, and wellness.”.

The mission of Youth Alive! Is to “break the cycle of violence, heal trauma, and uplift a thriving community of leaders, to save lives in Oakland and beyond” by serving “as mentors, youth leaders, counselors, case managers, intervention specialists and violence interrupters,” working “to help violently wounded people heal themselves and their community.”

Through Coro California, another leadership organization serving young people across the state for 80 years, they gained a broader understanding of Black August.

EOBA Executive Director Dawna Williams spoke about how much she learned about Black August from the youth who created it. “I let them educate me,” she said. Instead of talking about prison reform and mass incarceration, Williams and youth interns found that Black August meant so much more. “We would have done a disservice if we had just focused on who the people were and what their situation was…We tried to take their message from back in the day and make it relevant to the young people today. What do they need to know?”

Youth interns created and placed posters around the patio to help participants understand how traditional Black foodways, civic engagement, financial literacy, and the power of education are relevant to Black resistance today.

An EOBA member described Black August with Youth ALIVE! as “a whole vibe. “This year we added the Fun Zone for the kids, because you really cannot go wrong with a Fun Zone. I also loved seeing everyone chillin’ in the outdoor lounge, catching some Vitamin D and just enjoying a Friday evening together.”

The food tasting, a popular event from last year, featured traditional Black foods such as black-eyed peas, johnny cakes, and fried chicken. Led by Williams, the tasting included a talk about how these traditional foods were made and why they are forms of Black resilience.

The “‘Plate of History’ was a favorite of the online writers. “Fun, educational, and did I mention delicious? Our Taste of History cook, Angela Southall, served up some good eats while connecting food to history and culture.”

The writer also commended the “League of Women Voters Oakland for their civic leadership and for getting our young people informed, ready, and registered to vote.”

Overall, it was a “good Friday event in East Oakland,” the writer said.

Upcoming Black August events: Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS), will host “Black August: The Arc of Liberation” at Oakland City Hall on Sat. Aug. 29, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The websites for East Oakland Boxing Association, Youth Alive! and CORO are sources for this report.

Jana Lang is an Oakland resident, teacher, gardener and poet participating in the Propel News Initiative.

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EV Home Charging Warning: What Dealerships Won’t Tell You! #shorts

Is your home EV charging setup ready? Dealerships may not warn you about critical outlet and circuit needs. Find out before you plug in!
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August 29, 2026

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Car Buying Secrets: Dealership Traps & How to Avoid Them #shorts

Don’t get tricked at the dealership! Learn essential car buying secrets to secure the best deal and avoid hidden traps.
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