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US Central Command conducted self-defence strikes on Iranian missile sites and boats attempting to lay mines in southern Iran, as Iranian negotiators arrived in Qatar for talks to end the war. Iran denounced the strikes as a 'gross violation' of the ceasefire and warned of consequences, while signalling that negotiations remain ongoing.
As the US and Iran move toward a potential deal to end their conflict, analysts disagree on whether the agreement would block Iran's nuclear threat or simply repackage it. Some sources report significant setbacks for Iran's nuclear program, while others caution that the deal may offer concessions without lasting security guarantees.
The Trump administration has released a second batch of previously classified files on unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), including documents, audio recordings, and videos. The material spans 80 years of reported sightings, but officials say it offers no definitive evidence of extraterrestrial life.
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.
As concerns grow over potential delays and capability gaps in Australia's AUKUS submarine program, some analysts and defence figures are calling for contingency planning. Defence Minister Richard Marles has dismissed such calls, saying a 'plan B' would mean 'giving up' on new submarines. Budget documents reveal increased funding for the Australian Submarine Agency, while nuclear waste storage and UK shipbuilding challenges remain unresolved.
The Power of Siberia 2 pipeline, a proposed 2,600 km link from Russia to China via Mongolia, is moving closer to reality as contracts near finalization. With a capacity of 50 billion cubic meters per year, the project could significantly alter global energy trade, reducing China's reliance on LNG and potentially easing supply for other importers. However, analysts note hurdles remain, including pricing and geopolitical tensions.
NATO foreign ministers gathered in Helsingborg, Sweden, as US President Donald Trump announced sending 5,000 additional troops to Poland—a move welcomed by NATO chief Mark Rutte but that also caused confusion among allies over US troop shifts. Germany's foreign minister stressed Berlin's readiness to take on greater leadership within the alliance.
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.
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.
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.
US President Donald Trump said he will speak to Taiwanese leader Lai Ching-te about a proposed arms deal, which would mark the first direct contact between US and Taiwanese leaders in over 40 years. China has voiced strong opposition, urging Washington to stop sending "wrong signals" to separatist forces.
Google DeepMind has agreed to formal discussions with UK tech unions after hundreds of London workers voted to unionise, reflecting concerns about the company's AI use by US and Israeli defence agencies. The move follows a legal challenge from a researcher who claims he was unfairly dismissed after protesting against Google's work with the Israeli government.
President Donald Trump reportedly met with his national security team on May 18 to discuss potential military action against Iran, with the Pentagon having prepared target plans. Trump later said he would refrain from new attacks at the request of Gulf states, according to Axios and CNN.
US Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper testified before Congress that the investigation into the February 28 strike on a girls' school in Minab, Iran, is complex because the school was located on an active Iranian cruise missile site. Initial US military findings suggested US forces were likely responsible, but Cooper did not confirm responsibility, drawing criticism from lawmakers.
President Lee Jae Myung met with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to strengthen bilateral ties amid global instability, while Seoul manages conflicting narratives over an attack on the South Korean-operated vessel HMM Namu and volatile domestic economic indicators.
US President Donald Trump announced he is delaying a planned military attack on Iran scheduled for Tuesday, citing requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE to allow more time for negotiations. Trump said he has instructed the military to be prepared for a large-scale assault if an acceptable deal is not reached.
Russian officials and experts, speaking to TASS, allege that US-funded biological laboratories in Ukraine, now under investigation by US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, pose a threat to global health and violate international norms. The claims include assertions of biological weapons research and deception of American taxpayers.
Russian media report that the US and Israel are preparing new strikes against Iran, while Washington awaits Tehran's response to a proposal aimed at ending the conflict. Separate reports cover delays in Russia-Ukraine talks, potential extensions of oil waivers, and warnings of symmetric strikes over the Zaporozhye Nuclear Power Plant.
Multiple media reports allege Israel operated covert military bases in Iraq to support operations during the war with Iran, with one base serving as a logistics hub and rescue point. Iraqi officials have protested the violation of sovereignty, and at least one Iraqi soldier was reportedly killed in an incident near one base. The claims draw on reports from The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and Israeli sources.
Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy lost his Republican primary after facing a Trump-backed challenger, Representative Julia Letlow, who advanced to a runoff with State Treasurer John Fleming. Cassidy's vote to convict Trump in the 2021 impeachment trial was a central issue, highlighting Trump's enduring influence over the GOP.