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Iranian military officials have reiterated readiness to counter any aggression, with President Masoud Pezeshkian vowing continued support for the armed forces. The statements follow recent US strikes and a cancelled strike, amid ongoing tensions and ceasefire efforts.
As Washington steps back from military threats against Iran, Israeli political and media circles appear eager to renew hostilities. Meanwhile, a Channel 14 presenter's on-air disclosure of sensitive security information has drawn sharp criticism from opposition lawmakers and a former IDF chief of staff.
Reports describe a tense phone call between President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu over Iran, with Netanyahu favoring renewed strikes and Trump leaning toward a diplomatic deal. Israeli sources say Israel feels sidelined in US-Iran talks, while some analysts suggest the public discord is a calculated feint. Trump publicly praised Netanyahu, saying he will 'do whatever I want him to do.'
Shakira has invited Uganda's Ghetto Kids dance troupe to perform at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show in New Jersey. The group, composed of children from Kampala's slums, gained international fame after a viral video and has since performed on major global platforms.
The UN General Assembly voted overwhelmingly to endorse the International Court of Justice's landmark climate advisory opinion, with 141 nations in favor, 8 against, and 28 abstaining. Vanuatu-led resolution affirms legal duties to combat climate change, while opposition includes major emitters and Liberia's vote sparks domestic backlash.
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.
US President Donald Trump has said he is willing to give diplomacy a few more days to reach an agreement with Iran before resuming military strikes. He cited requests from Qatar, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia for postponing hostilities and reiterated he will not offer sanctions relief until a peace deal is signed.
Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has threatened to expand the conflict beyond the Middle East if the US and Israel launch new attacks. The warning follows US President Donald Trump's mixed signals on negotiations, and comes amid ongoing diplomatic efforts mediated by Pakistan.
The UK has signed a trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council, potentially generating £3.7 billion annually and removing tariffs on 93% of British goods. The deal has been praised for its economic potential but criticized for omitting a human rights chapter.
Chinese President Xi Jinping urged an immediate end to hostilities in West Asia during talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, as two Chinese oil tankers departed the Strait of Hormuz. The meeting comes amid escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and a reported Iranian peace proposal.
China's imports of Russian LNG rose 16% year-on-year in the first four months of 2026, though the value of deliveries fell. Russia also increased oil sales to China by 26% and remained a top pipeline gas supplier, according to customs data.
A South Korean oil tanker has passed through the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first such transit since the U.S.-Iran war began. The vessel, carrying 2 million barrels of crude oil, received passage approval from Iran. Meanwhile, South Korea's oceans minister opposed Iran's reported push to charge transit fees.
The National Assembly was adjourned for lack of quorum, drawing criticism from within the ruling coalition. Separately, the government denied reports of mass deportations of Pakistanis from the UAE, providing figures of deportations from Gulf countries over five years.
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.
As tensions over the Strait of Hormuz persist, analysts warn that the crisis signals a broader shift in how strategic trade routes are managed. With global oil supply disruptions and rising geopolitical competition, the focus is turning to other chokepoints like the Strait of Malacca.
President Trump has warned Iran to accept a deal to end the Middle East war or face renewed bombing, while reports suggest talks are at a critical juncture. The ceasefire is described as on 'life support,' and both sides remain entrenched, with Iran seeking to end hostilities and reject nuclear dismantlement.
G7 finance ministers concluded a two-day meeting in Paris with a renewed commitment to multilateral cooperation, agreeing on the need to address trade imbalances and global economic instability. Despite tensions with the US over tariffs and Russia policy, the group reaffirmed its support for international institutions and vulnerable countries.
Explosions were heard on Iran's Qeshm Island on Tuesday, with initial reports citing an unknown cause before a local official said unexploded enemy ammunition was being neutralized. The incident comes as US President Donald Trump paused a planned resumption of strikes on Iran after Tehran sent a new peace proposal.
After months of uncertainty, FIFA has signed a broadcast deal with India's Zee Entertainment for the 2026 and 2030 World Cups, ending a standoff that had left the world's most populous nation without a confirmed broadcaster. The deal, announced just days before the tournament's kickoff, covers 39 FIFA events through 2034, though financial terms were not disclosed.