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US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering fresh military strikes against Iran, citing frustration with stalled negotiations. Multiple sources confirm he convened his national security team on Friday to discuss scenarios if diplomacy fails, while diplomatic efforts, including a visit by Pakistan's army chief to Tehran, continue.
Maureen Galindo, a Democratic House candidate in Texas, faces bipartisan condemnation after saying she would turn an ICE detention center into a "prison for American Zionists." Democratic leaders and party figures have denounced her remarks as antisemitic, while ActBlue has suspended donations to her campaign. Galindo defends her comments, claiming the media twisted her words.
The standoff over the Strait of Hormuz is entering a dangerous new phase as US and Iranian forces trade fire, negotiations stutter, and Tehran's oil exports fall to a six-year low. US intelligence assesses Iran can withstand the blockade for months, while diplomatic efforts, including Pakistan-led mediation, struggle to gain traction.
A Qatari negotiating team has arrived in Tehran in coordination with the United States to help secure a deal to end the war with Iran, according to multiple sources. Qatar's involvement comes as it has previously been attacked by Iranian missiles and drones, and as Pakistan continues its official mediatory role.
As the US awaits Tehran's response to a draft peace agreement circulated by Donald Trump, control over the Strait of Hormuz and Iran's highly enriched uranium stockpile remain key sticking points. Iranian officials assert the strait's strategic value, while Pakistani mediators push for a permanent ceasefire.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov and Security Council Deputy Chairman Dmitry Medvedev criticise Western policies, accusing the West of aggressive, boundless tactics, including sanctions and military intervention, and of undermining international platforms.
The Federation of Public Transport Sector, including the Matatu Owners Association, has called off its nationwide fuel strike following a meeting with President William Ruto at State House Mombasa. Ruto promised an additional diesel price reduction and pledged to address sector grievances, while rejecting claims of government intimidation.
The Trump administration has escalated pressure on Cuba, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio calling the island a national security threat due to ties with China and Russia, and President Trump suggesting he may be the one to act. The US has also indicted former Cuban President Raul Castro over a 1996 incident, while Cuba's government condemns the moves as political stunts.
Republican leaders in the US House of Representatives canceled a scheduled vote on a war powers resolution that aimed to end US military action in Iran without congressional authorization. The move came as support for the war appeared to be slipping within the party, and the vote was postponed until June.
During Operation Epic Fury, US forces expended more than half of their THAAD interceptor stockpile defending Israel against Iranian missiles, according to US officials. In response, Lockheed Martin has begun construction on a new production facility in Alabama, while allies like Japan and South Korea express concern over stockpile depletion.
Australian share market futures indicate gains as diplomatic hopes ease US-Iran tensions, with oil prices dropping on peace prospects. SpaceX's IPO priced at $135 per share, raising a record $75 billion.
Ukraine has significantly improved its air defense capabilities, combining Western-supplied systems with domestically developed technology, including the Sky Map software and mass-produced interceptor drones. Recent Russian attacks involving over 1,500 drones and 56 missiles were largely intercepted, according to Ukrainian officials.
Pakistan and China celebrated the 75th anniversary of their diplomatic relations with high-level exchanges, joint statements, and pledges to deepen their 'all-weather' partnership. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised China's support as 'unwavering,' while officials highlighted economic cooperation and shared regional visions.
During Vladimir Putin's visit to Beijing, he and Xi Jinping emphasized global stability and cooperation, drawing commentary from Western analysts who view it as a setback for US-led isolation efforts. Multiple experts highlighted the growing alignment among SCO and BRICS nations and the emergence of a multipolar world order.
Israel has released two South Korean nationals who were captured aboard aid vessels heading to the Gaza Strip. The South Korean government expressed regret over the detention but welcomed the release, while President Lee Jae Myung had publicly criticized Israel's actions.
The Trump administration threatened to revoke visas for Palestinian diplomats unless they withdrew Riyad Mansour's candidacy for UN General Assembly vice president. Internal State Department cables reveal pressure on the Palestinian Authority, which ultimately withdrew the bid. The move highlights ongoing US opposition to Palestinian statehood and tensions at the UN.
Australia's unemployment rate rose to 4.5% in April, the highest in about four and a half years, as employment fell by 18,600. The data has led financial markets to reduce expectations of an interest rate hike in June, though economists caution the figures may be a one-off.
US President Donald Trump has said Washington is ready for further strikes on Iran if no peace deal is reached, while signalling patience of a few days to secure acceptable terms. Negotiations centre on Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions and the Strait of Hormuz, with US officials stressing military readiness and regional partners joining a defensive shipping mission.
Pakistan's Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi has made two visits to Tehran in a week to help keep US-Iran negotiations alive amid escalating threats from both sides. While some progress has been reported, disputes over Iran's uranium stockpile and control of the Strait of Hormuz remain unresolved.
The IMF mission concluded its visit to Pakistan, focusing on economic developments, budget strategy, and reforms under the EFF and RSF. Authorities reaffirmed commitment to a 2% primary surplus target for FY2027. Separately, PTI criticized the government's fifth budget as lacking reforms, while the government highlighted progress on external sector and anti-corruption measures.