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AI summaryNew data shows electric and hybrid vehicles are now approaching half of all new car sales in Australia, driven by the ongoing fuel crisis linked to the war in Iran. Sales of battery electric vehicles have surged, with market share records set in recent months, while the government winds down subsidies and fuel excise relief ends.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump announced he has cancelled a planned attack on Iran, saying the 'perimeters of a deal' have been agreed. The decision followed a phone call from Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who warned against escalating military operations. The potential deal would include the opening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear threat.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump says he will hold off on new strikes against Iran, citing emerging deal parameters that include reopening the Strait of Hormuz and ending Iran's nuclear threat. Reports also suggest Trump has ordered a fresh attack that could begin this weekend, with sources describing mutual frustration over an existing memorandum of understanding.
AI summaryPresident Trump says the US and Israel have agreed to halt new attacks on Iran if a deal can be reached rapidly, citing a request from Iran and regional countries. Iran denies asking for a halt and says it remains on high alert, while the Strait of Hormuz stays shut and diplomatic efforts continue.
AI summaryIsraeli military strikes killed at least five to eight Palestinians across Gaza, following a US-proposed plan for Hamas disarmament and Israeli withdrawal. Hamas has agreed to the plan conditionally, while Israeli officials signal no halt to operations unless disarmament is genuine.
AI summaryUS embassies across the Middle East warned American citizens to beware of an 'unforeseen escalation' and urged them to be ready to leave, a day after President Donald Trump threatened to hit Iran 'hard'. Iran's military accused Washington of escalating tensions and warned countries against cooperating with the US, while regional incidents, including a drone strike on a US-owned vessel, added to the fraught atmosphere.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump's media company has launched a paid service on Truth Social giving subscribers early access to posts from prominent accounts, including Trump's, for up to $100,000 a month. Critics say the move raises insider trading and ethics questions, while the company defends it as a free-market distinction between public and non-public information.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump announced he called off a massive attack on Iran after being asked by Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries, and called for an immediate deal. Iranian military officials denied requesting a halt, saying forces are at the highest readiness. Israel reportedly backed the US commitment.
AI summaryIran has warned Gulf states that any new US attack on its territory would trigger retaliation against energy infrastructure across the region, as Tehran seeks to raise the cost of military action. The warning was delivered through high-level diplomatic contacts, including calls by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, and follows US threats of fresh strikes.
AI summaryA truck bomb exploded outside a police station in the Colombian border city of Cucuta, wounding at least 14 people days before President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella is to be sworn in. The government blamed the ELN rebel group, de la Espriella condemned the attack, and the military deployed thousands of troops for the inauguration.
AI summarySaudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman asked US President Donald Trump to reconsider potential large military strikes on Iran during a phone call, according to a report. Israel has raised its alert level amid fears that renewed US strikes could trigger attacks on Israel, while regional countries urge de-escalation.
AI summaryIsraeli President Isaac Herzog accused New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani of spreading 'blasphemy' and antisemitic rhetoric, warning the mayor is endangering New Yorkers. In an interview with Fox News, Herzog also condemned former ICC prosecutor Karim Khan, praised President Trump's support for Israel, and discussed the threat from Iran.
AI summaryCapital One has disclosed in a court filing that it closed more than 300 Trump Organization bank accounts in 2021 following a review by its anti-money-laundering team, pushing back against a lawsuit alleging politically motivated debanking. The bank is seeking dismissal of the case, which was filed by the Trump Organization and Eric Trump in March 2025.
AI summaryFIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned a proposal to sell stakes in World Cup competitions to private investors after facing fierce opposition from UEFA, Concacaf, and the AFC. The decision follows a series of resignations and statements calling for a review of his leadership, with UEFA declaring it has lost confidence in him.
AI summaryThe US State Department has upgraded its travel warning for the Spanish enclave of Ceuta to Level 3, citing a massive migrant influx from Morocco. Spain has deployed military and police forces amid estimates of tens of thousands of arrivals, while the White House criticized Spain's immigration policies.
AI summaryMichigan has reported cyberattacks on nine of its water systems, days after Minnesota reported similar breaches. The FBI is investigating both incidents, with no culprit identified yet. US authorities suspect Iranian-backed hackers, possibly the CyberAv3ngers group, based on the methods used.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump has threatened additional strikes on Iran as the United States presses for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian retaliatory attacks on US allies in the Gulf continue, with Kuwait responding to drone strikes and the US State Department issuing security alerts for Americans in 10 countries.
AI summaryEd Miliband has taken charge as the UK's new Foreign Secretary, prioritising climate action and international development. His agenda includes closer EU ties, a distinct G20 chairmanship, and addressing the legacy of aid cuts. Miliband's climate-focused background and early diplomatic visits signal a policy-driven approach.
AI summaryThe US-backed Board of Peace announced that Hamas has agreed to a roadmap for implementing the next phases of the Gaza peace initiative. The plan includes Hamas relinquishing its weapons, Israeli withdrawal, deployment of an International Stabilization Force, and the NCAG assuming governance. However, verification of disarmament and sequencing of withdrawal remain major challenges.
AI summaryPresident Trump accused US Attorney Jeanine Pirro of folding 'like an umbrella' after she moved to drop charges against former Olympian David Hearn in the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool vandalism case. Prosecutors said new evidence showed the damage was caused by a botched installation, not vandalism, while Trump maintained it was a 'pure case of VANDALISM.' Hearn's attorney says legal options remain on the table.