Today in News History
On June 18, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 656, Ali becomes Caliph of the Rashidun Caliphate. In 1887, The Reinsurance Treaty between Germany and Russia is signed. In 1936, Maxim Gorky, Russian novelist, short story writer, and playwright (born 1868) passed away. In 1951, Mohammed Al-Sager, Kuwaiti journalist and politician was born. In 1953, The Egyptian revolution of 1952 ends with the overthrow of the Muhammad Ali dynasty and the declaration of the Republic of Egypt. In 1979, SALT II is signed by the United States and the Soviet Union. In 1983, Mona Mahmudnizhad, together with nine other women of the Baháʼí Faith, is sentenced to death and hanged in Shiraz, Iran over her religious beliefs. In 2005, Mushtaq Ali, Indian cricketer (born 1914) passed away. In 2010, Trent Acid, American wrestler (born 1980) passed away. In 2014, Vladimir Popovkin, Russian general (born 1957) passed away. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.
GOP Senators sound off on Iran deal
Narrative Analysis: Name Calling

While the legislature will certainly make its opinions known, it remains unclear whether any lawmakers would oppose the agreement should Trump send it to Congress.
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