SpaceX Sets IPO Price at $135, Aiming for $75 Billion in Funding SpaceX has set its initial public offering (IPO) price at $135 per share and will begin trading on the Nasdaq on June 12. According to the Financial Times and the Associated Press, SpaceX plans to sell approximately 555.6 million shares, aiming to raise $75 billion. This pricing values the company at around $1.77 trillion. The scale of this IPO surpasses the previous record set by Saudi Arabia's state-owned oil company, Aramco, which raised $29.4 billion in 2019. SpaceX is expected to b June 12, 2026

Netanyahu and Trump Discuss Conditions for Israel-Iran Agreement Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke with U.S. President Donald Trump to discuss the ceasefire memorandum (MOU) being pursued by the U.S. and Iran. The Prime Minister's Office announced on June 11 that "President Trump spoke with Prime Minister Netanyahu today, and both sides exchanged views on the MOU with Iran." The office clarified that Israel is not a party to the MOU. However, Netanyahu expressed gratitude for Trump's assurances that the final agreement would include the re June 12, 2026

Trump Claims Iran Peace Agreement Near, Iranian Media Reports No Approval Yet Donald Trump, President of the United States, stated that a peace agreement with Iran is in its final stages, but Iranian sources reported that no agreement has been approved yet. On June 11, the semi-official Iranian news agency Fars quoted sources familiar with the Iranian negotiating team, saying, "No text has been approved regarding the initial memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United States." Earlier, Trump announced on Truth Social that discussions with Iran had reached th June 12, 2026

Trump Announces Finalization of Iran Peace Agreement, Signing Possible This Weekend in Europe Donald Trump, the President of the United States, announced that the peace agreement with Iran has reached the final document coordination stage, with a signing ceremony potentially taking place in Europe this weekend. During a proclamation signing ceremony in the Oval Office on June 11, Trump stated, "We have just reached a tremendous agreement regarding the war with Iran. We are only in the final coordination phase of the document." He added, "It will be finalized in the coming days, and June 12, 2026

K-Pop Takes Center Stage at 2026 North America World Cup The 2026 FIFA North America World Cup will prominently feature K-Pop both inside and outside the stadiums. From the official cheer song for the national team to performances at the opening ceremony and halftime show of the final, K-Pop artists are set to play a significant role in the tournament's musical content.The first release is the official cheer song for the South Korean national soccer team. The group TWS launched their official cheer song, "Dream With U," on June 11. The song conveys th June 12, 2026

BTS Concert in Busan: Late-Night Movie Theaters Offer Alternative to Accommodation Shortage As BTS prepares for its concert in Busan, late-night movie theaters have emerged as a solution to the accommodation shortage. To assist fans who may struggle with travel or lodging after the show, cinemas are offering overnight screenings and rest programs. With major K-pop events boosting tourism, theaters are expanding their roles to accommodate post-concert needs.The "BTS WORLD TOUR 'ARIRANG' IN BUSAN" kicks off on June 12 at the Busan Asiad Main Stadium, with CGV and Lotte Cinema launching l June 12, 2026

World Cup 2026: Messi, Ronaldo, and Son Heung-min Aim for Historic Records 12th, the 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off in North America, showcasing the 'Last Dance' of veteran stars. This term refers to the moment when aging sports icons pour all their abilities into what could be their final tournament. Lionel Messi of Argentina and Cristiano Ronaldo of Portugal, who have dominated world soccer for over 20 years, are set to challenge records in their sixth World Cup. Born in 1987, Messi has played in five World Cups since the 2006 tournament in Germany and aims to b June 12, 2026

South Korea and Morocco Begin CEPA Negotiations to Strengthen Economic Ties Yeo Han-goo, the head of South Korea's Trade Negotiation Bureau, visited Morocco and agreed to establish a working group to initiate negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between the two countries. The South Korean government aims to expand economic cooperation with Morocco, a key hub in North Africa, to enhance its companies' access to the African market.The Ministry of Trade announced that Yeo met with Omar Hjira, Morocco's Minister of Trade, on June 11 and 12 June 12, 2026

Korea-Kyrgyzstan Trade and Investment Cooperation Committee Launched The South Korean government has established its first Trade and Investment Cooperation Committee with Kyrgyzstan, focusing on enhancing collaboration in critical minerals, digital transformation, and investment. This initiative aims to strengthen supply chains and economic cooperation ahead of the upcoming Korea-Central Asia summit in September. The Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy announced that Bae Jun-hyung, Director of the Trade Cooperation Bureau, held the inaugural meeting of t June 12, 2026

President Yoon Emphasizes Shared Values of Democracy and Human Dignity During Italy Visit President Yoon Suk Yeol stated on June 11 that "the values of democracy, constitutional order, human dignity, intergenerational integration, and a norm-based international order, which are emphasized by President Sergio Mattarella, are also respected as shared values by South Korea."During a summit at the Quirinal Palace, President Yoon and President Mattarella discussed ways to enhance cooperation between their countries.In his opening remarks, President Yoon noted, "This aligns with my governa June 12, 2026