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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti has included Neymar in his 26-man squad for the 2026 World Cup, ending months of speculation over the forward's fitness. The 34-year-old, Brazil's all-time leading scorer, has not played for the national team since 2023 and will be making his fourth World Cup appearance.
Two teenage gunmen opened fire at the Islamic Center of San Diego on Monday, killing three men including a security guard, before taking their own lives. Police and the FBI are investigating the attack as a hate crime, with authorities citing hate rhetoric and the location of the attack.
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.
Pakistan has delivered a revised peace proposal from Iran to the United States, aiming to end the conflict in West Asia. Talks remain stalled with both sides citing major differences, while President Trump has warned of urgency and reportedly held off on a planned strike.
A new wave of Somali piracy is threatening shipping in the Western Indian Ocean, with three vessels hijacked in recent weeks. Experts point to regional conflicts and reduced naval presence as enabling factors, while underlying issues like illegal fishing and weak governance persist.
Amnesty International reported that at least 2,707 people were executed worldwide in 2025, the highest number since 1981, with Iran accounting for nearly 80% of the total. The rights group attributed the surge to authorities tightening their grip on power, particularly in Iran following the June 2025 war with Israel. Executions also rose in several other countries, while China's figures remain opaque.
A drone strike near the UAE's Barakah nuclear power plant caused a fire but no radiation leak or injuries, authorities said. The UAE's foreign ministry called the incident a 'dangerous escalation' without naming a culprit, as speculation points to Iran amid stalled ceasefire negotiations.
Reports indicate the Trump administration has encouraged the UAE to become more directly involved in the conflict with Iran, with discussions reportedly including the seizure of Iran's Lavan Island. The UAE and Saudi Arabia have conducted secret strikes against Iranian targets in response to Iranian attacks, while the UAE has sought to coordinate with Gulf neighbors.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said in New Delhi that Washington has sent messages indicating openness to continued talks, yet Tehran remains distrustful of US intentions. He welcomed potential help from China and other nations, while noting that Pakistan's mediation is facing difficulties.