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The UK government is considering intervening in Paramount’s proposed US$110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros Discovery, citing concerns over media plurality and competition. Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has indicated she may refer the deal to Ofcom and the CMA, and has floated legislative changes to cover streaming services.
Argentina continued their World Cup title defence with training in Kansas City as coach Lionel Scaloni weighs up selection decisions ahead of the last-16 meeting with Cape Verde in Miami.
Regional instability from the Gulf conflict is dampening Pakistan's market sentiment, with foreign direct investment down 28% and bond outflows exceeding $2bn, even as remittances hit record highs and over 300,000 Pakistanis found Gulf employment in early 2026.
India dispatched a delegation led by Bihar Governor Syed Ata Hasnain and Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita to Tehran for the funeral of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The choice has drawn criticism from a former Indian ambassador, while President Pezeshkian has invited PM Modi to the burial ceremonies.
Ship tracking data shows a sharp fall in commercial transits through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran announced it was closing the waterway again, with reports of vessels slowing or halting. The US Central Command disputes closures and says it has helped over 800 vessels transit since early May.
The United States has imposed sanctions on eight individuals and entities accused of fueling Sudan's civil war, including an Indian national and his explosives company. Separate measures, including a Senate bill to oppose loans to Sudan, aim to curb external support for the conflict.
Following Iranian missile and drone strikes that damaged multiple US installations in the Middle East, Washington is considering relocating parts of its military footprint, including to Israel. Reports detail severe damage to the Fifth Fleet's Bahrain base and ongoing deliberations over the future of US posture in the Gulf.
Pakistan's petroleum minister says the country is considering purchasing cheaper Iranian oil and gas after a temporary easing of US sanctions on Tehran. Analysts note local refineries are technically capable of processing Iranian crude but face commercial challenges, while the government has announced significant cuts in petrol and diesel prices.
A helicopter operated by Saudi state oil giant Aramco crashed in Ras Tanura, eastern Saudi Arabia, killing all 14 Saudi citizens on board. The Saudi Press Agency reported the incident and said an investigation is underway. Aramco had resumed crude oil loadings at the nearby terminal on Friday after a nearly four-month pause.
A helicopter belonging to Saudi oil giant Aramco crashed on Sunday in Ras Tanura, killing all 14 Saudi nationals on board. The crash comes as Aramco resumed crude oil loadings at the terminal after a nearly four-month halt, with investigations underway to determine the cause.
The United States and Iran have exchanged new rounds of strikes, threatening a fragile ceasefire and raising concerns about the stability of the Strait of Hormuz. Both sides blame each other for violating the interim agreement, while diplomatic efforts to de-escalate continue.
The Democratic Republic of Congo reached the World Cup knockout stage for the first time after beating Uzbekistan 3-1, while Iran's hopes were dashed by Algeria's dramatic 3-3 draw with Austria. African teams made history with nine of ten qualifying nations advancing to the round of 32.
Iran's Revolutionary Guard launched missile and drone attacks on US military sites in Kuwait and Bahrain in response to continued US airstrikes, escalating the conflict as diplomatic efforts falter. Both sides accuse each other of violating the truce, while Gulf states condemn the attacks and the UN Security Council convenes.
The United States has launched fresh airstrikes on Iranian military infrastructure near the Strait of Hormuz, citing continued Iranian attacks on commercial shipping. Iranian media report explosions in several coastal cities, and Iran's foreign ministry has condemned the strikes as a violation of the June memorandum of understanding. At least 14 people have been killed in the attacks over the past two days, according to Iranian authorities.
Uruguay's exit from the 2026 World Cup without a win has led coach Marcelo Bielsa to take full responsibility, describing his own legacy as leaving 'nothing good' for Uruguayan football. The 70-year-old Argentine, who had previously called himself a 'toxic perfectionist', saw his side lose to Spain after draws with Saudi Arabia and Cape Verde.
Cape Verde, with a population of about 500,000, became the smallest country to reach the World Cup knockout stage after three draws in the group phase. The debutants will face Argentina in Miami on July 3, with fans and diaspora celebrating the achievement.
Ousmane Dembélé scored a first-half hat-trick as France beat Norway 4-1 to top their group, while Senegal advanced with a 5-0 win over Iraq.
Cape Verde drew 0-0 with Saudi Arabia to qualify for the World Cup knockout stage, becoming the smallest country ever to do so. They will face defending champions Argentina in Miami on July 3.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has declared that Pakistan has emerged as a 'peacemaker' following its role in facilitating an agreement between the US and Iran. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's first foreign visit after the conflict was to Pakistan, where he expressed gratitude for Islamabad's mediation efforts.
Israel and Lebanon, with US mediation, signed a trilateral framework agreement in Washington aimed at ending their conflict. The deal outlines a sequenced process for Lebanese sovereignty and Hezbollah's disarmament, but does not mandate immediate Israeli withdrawal. Hezbollah rejected the agreement, while regional actors like the UAE expressed cautious optimism.