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A 38-year-old man was arrested at President Donald Trump's Los Angeles-area golf course in Rancho Palos Verdes after allegedly taking photos and videos of security preparations. Authorities found a loaded magazine in his pocket and a loaded pistol in his car, and later recovered a cache of weapons and notebooks with 'concerning statements' from his home. He faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges.
Lebanon and Israel resumed US-sponsored talks in Rome, with Beirut pressing for a complete Israeli withdrawal from the south. Hezbollah has rejected the agreement, while Italian and US officials urge a cautious, constructive approach.
Multiple reports, cited by TASS, indicate that US stocks of key munitions such as THAAD interceptors and Patriot missiles have fallen to critically low levels following the conflict with Iran. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has denied the depletion, while military officials have reportedly warned President Trump about the limitations on further strikes.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says progress has been made in talks between Oman and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent suggesting an agreement could be reached as early as “today or tomorrow.” Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson described the Omani-mediated discussions as “positive” and continuing, though differences remain over operational details.
Qatar has confirmed that Washington and Tehran are exchanging draft peace agreements through Qatari, Omani, and Pakistani mediators. The Emir of Qatar and US President Donald Trump discussed efforts to ease US-Iran tensions in a phone call, with Trump stating he canceled a planned strike on Iran to facilitate a deal.
A sharp increase in migrant arrivals in Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta has raised questions over whether Morocco deliberately eased border controls. Rabat denies the charge, blaming misinformation and trafficking networks, while analysts caution against jumping to conclusions and note the timing coincided with Morocco's Throne Day.
An Indian-flagged commercial vessel, MSV Faize Noore Oliya, sank in the Red Sea after being struck by a projectile near Yemeni waters. All 14 crew members, including 13 Indians, were rescued by Yemen's coast guard. India condemned the attack, while Yemen's internationally recognized government blamed Iran-backed Houthi rebels.
Qatar says mediators are making progress toward a diplomatic resolution between the US and Iran, though no agreement has been reached and no direct talks are planned. Tehran denies US claims of ongoing negotiations, while Washington officials express optimism about reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a deal with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be reached by Wednesday, potentially stabilizing energy prices. Iran's Foreign Ministry has denied negotiations with Washington, and a cargo ship was hit by an unknown projectile in the strait.
US senators voted along party lines to advance Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general after he scrapped a controversial $1.8 billion fund. The fund, created through a settlement of Trump's IRS lawsuit, had caused Republican holdouts to delay the vote.
Iran and Oman are jointly developing a new central corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, according to Iranian state media. Iranian officials say an agreement with Oman is necessary but not sufficient to reopen the waterway, and dispute US President Trump's claims of direct US-Iran negotiations.
India has denied any role in organizing a virtual speech by former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina, set for Wednesday. Bangladesh had sought clarification and warned that political activities by Hasina could hurt bilateral ties.
The Senate judiciary committee voted to advance Todd Blanche's nomination for attorney general after he confirmed in writing that the $1.8bn fund for Trump allies is dead. However, critics and Democrats argue the compromise is weak and could be reversed by Trump. The nomination now heads to the full Senate.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the South Korean won has seen excess volatility and emphasized the importance of a stable yen for the entire region, following a rare joint intervention by Washington and Tokyo to support the Japanese currency. He also linked an overly weak yen to the 1990s Asian financial crisis.
Multiple sources report that the US Army has consumed nearly all of its highly accurate long-range missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during the five-month war with Iran. This depletion could affect US readiness in other regions, with concerns about deterrence against Russia and China.
More than 60,000 migrants crossed into Spain's North African enclave of Ceuta, triggering a humanitarian crisis and sharp political fallout. Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez faces criticism from EU leaders, especially Italy's Giorgia Meloni, as EU interior ministers meet to address the situation. The article examines the key claims, including social media's role and US congressional speculation, based on reports from Al Jazeera and BBC.
Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey issued a joint statement condemning Israeli strikes in Gaza, calling them a 'flagrant violation' of international law. Gaza authorities report over 4,000 ceasefire violations and more than 1,200 Palestinian deaths since the truce began.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the U.S. and Iran could reach a deal this week to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, emphasizing 'freedom of movement' in the waterway. Hundreds of ships remain stranded due to the Middle East war, and oil prices could fall if they are released. Secretary of State Marco Rubio noted progress in talks but no finality yet.
A cargo vessel was hit by an unknown projectile off Oman's coast while vessels remained at a standstill in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran reiterated the strait stays closed, while US President Donald Trump said he is holding off on new strikes and that talks to wind down the war will begin.
Pakistan has invited Iran's foreign minister and parliament speaker for consultations, stepping up its role as a mediator between Tehran and Washington. The outreach comes after US President Donald Trump canceled planned strikes on Iran, with reports crediting Saudi Arabia's crown prince for persuading him. Iran and Oman continue talks over the Strait of Hormuz.