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U.S. President Donald Trump has agreed to a two-week ceasefire with Iran, subject to Tehran's commitment to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The announcement followed urgent mediation efforts by Pakistani officials. Markets reacted positively, with South Korean stocks opening sharply higher.
North Korea has held a series of ruling party committee meetings across government bodies, including a Cabinet committee and ministry-level committees, to reinforce implementation of leader Kim Jong-un's policy directives from recent party and parliamentary sessions. State media reported the gatherings focused on key regional development and five-year plan goals, alongside personnel changes in the party's organizational leadership.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un sent a congratulatory message to Vietnam's Communist Party chief To Lam on his election as president, pledging to strengthen bilateral relations. The exchange builds on talks held in Pyongyang last October and highlights the countries' historical ties.
Cameroon has for the first time confirmed the deaths of 16 of its citizens who were fighting alongside Russian forces in Ukraine, according to a diplomatic note and a state media statement. The confirmation follows reports from Ukrainian intelligence and investigative groups about significant African recruitment into Russian military operations.
US President Donald Trump warned Iran that 'a whole civilization will die tonight' if Tehran does not reopen the Strait of Hormuz by his deadline. The threat drew condemnation from Pope Leo and raised international law concerns, as the US and Israel continued strikes on Iranian infrastructure. A two-week ceasefire was later announced.
Presidential Chief of Staff Kang Hoon-sik will travel to Kazakhstan, Oman, and Saudi Arabia to discuss securing crude oil and naphtha supplies as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively closed amid the U.S.-Israeli war with Iran. The trip underscores South Korea's urgent efforts to diversify energy sources and stabilize domestic markets, with gasoline prices surpassing 2,000 won per liter and shortages appearing in daily goods.
North Korea's Kim Yo Jong called South Korean President Lee Jae Myung's expression of regret over a January drone incursion 'wise behavior,' while Seoul confirmed government involvement after an investigation. The exchange reflects ongoing tensions and attempts at dialogue between the two Koreas.
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un's sister, Kim Yo-jong, has described South Korean President Lee Jae Myung as 'frank and broad-minded' after he expressed regret over unauthorized drone flights into the North. The exchange has raised hopes for easing tensions, though Kim also warned Seoul to stop provocations.
South Korea's National Intelligence Service told lawmakers it believes North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's teenage daughter is being positioned as his successor, based on what it calls 'credible intelligence.' The assessment follows a series of public appearances by the daughter, including driving a tank, which analysts say is part of an effort to build a succession narrative and counter doubts about a female leader.
President Lee Jae Myung of South Korea expressed regret over unauthorized drone flights into North Korea, which he described as causing unnecessary military tension. Pyongyang responded positively, with Kim Yo-jong calling Lee 'frank and broad-minded,' while Seoul's unification ministry called it 'meaningful progress.' Three individuals have been indicted in connection with the drone incidents.
US President Donald Trump has issued a new ultimatum to Iran, threatening to destroy its power plants and bridges if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened by Tuesday evening. Iran has dismissed the threats, with officials vowing retaliation and regional tensions continuing to escalate.
During a summit in Seoul, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and French President Emmanuel Macron agreed to cooperate on securing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and deepening bilateral economic ties. The meeting unfolded as U.S. President Donald Trump criticized allies for not supporting U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran, and Macron cautioned that a military solution to reopen the strait was unrealistic.
As Israel faces a multi-front war, analysts warn that the domestic political battle over institutions and social cohesion may pose a greater threat to the country's survival. Recent government actions, including a controversial death penalty law, have drawn criticism from European allies and domestic observers alike.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung and French President Emmanuel Macron met in Seoul to discuss cooperation on mitigating the economic fallout from the Middle East war, including securing safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Macron extended an invitation to Lee for the G7 summit, while Seoul also joined international talks on Hormuz and announced tariff relief for rerouted imports.
North Korea's ambassador to China met with a senior Chinese official to brief the ruling party on the results of Pyongyang's recent party congress. China pledged to strengthen strategic communication and cooperation with North Korea, reaffirming their traditional friendship. The meeting follows a reception marking the congress, attended by a high-ranking Chinese official who extended congratulations on behalf of President Xi Jinping.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has asked Army Chief of Staff General Randy George to retire immediately, without giving a public reason. The move is part of a broader shake-up of senior military leadership under Hegseth, coming amid ongoing US operations against Iran.
French President Emmanuel Macron's two-day state visit to South Korea, marking the 140th anniversary of diplomatic relations, has seen the two countries agree to upgrade their partnership to a "global strategic partnership." Talks focused on advanced technologies, energy, and defense cooperation, with both sides also addressing regional security challenges.
The US-led war on Iran is reshaping East Asia's hierarchy, with Russia and China gaining as emergency energy suppliers and industrial stabilisers, while US allies Japan and South Korea face economic strain and reconsider their security dependence, according to reports from the South China Morning Post.
The United States has lifted sanctions on Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez, removing her from the Specially Designated Nationals List. The move, announced by the Treasury Department, marks a further step in the warming of US-Venezuela relations following the capture of Nicolás Maduro. Rodríguez welcomed the decision while calling for the removal of remaining sanctions.
President Donald Trump announced the U.S. will intensify military pressure on Iran over the next two to three weeks, citing nearing completion of core strategic objectives. He also renewed calls for nations dependent on the Strait of Hormuz to secure the waterway, while reports surface of a planned naval blockade and threats to strike Iranian infrastructure.