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It’s Tuesday, June 18 — here’s what you’ll find in today’s newsletter:

• Sudan's crisis teeters on genocide with famine

• The Pope’s meeting with comedians

• 4 quick hits of news from the last 24 hours

Crisis in Sudan

Vox says the crisis in Sudan is dire: Warring groups are fighting for control of El Fasher -- a rare safe haven for civilians. If the city falls, displaced peoples face potential genocide, as world leaders turn a blind eye.

Foreign Affairs argued the U.S. and its Gulf allies are complicit: Warring parties used starvation as a tactic, and no one called it out.

But Responsible Statecraft sees potential in U.S. envoy's efforts: The Biden admin is right to up its diplomatic engagement.

Still, Arabnews says the stakes are high: Urgent peace efforts are needed -- Sudan's turmoil risks regional chaos.

By the way, The UNHCR called on the U.S. to act: The UN agency called on the U.S. to provide aid in Sudan's “forgotten” crisis.

The Pope meets comedians

Pope Francis gathered 100+ of the world's top comedians at the Vatican. CNN said Pope Francis' event championed the power of humor.

National Catholic Reporter celebrated the move: Pope Francis' event proves that laughter is a spiritual act.

But A Journal Op was skeptical about the meeting: Comedians close to power risk becoming lapdogs, not critics.

Cracked offered a different perspective: The Pope's comedian meet-up may be a PR stunt amid his slur controversy.

Poll

1) Biden's new plan may allow half a million immigrants without legal status to apply for US citizenship.

2) Boeing faces new whistleblower claims about safety practices ahead of CEO's Senate testimony.

3) Millions face dangerous heat across the US, with records broken and cities opening cooling centers.

4) The Boston Celtics clinch their record-breaking 18th NBA title with a Game 5 win over the Dallas Mavericks.