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Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jnr delivered his State of the Nation Address promising tax relief and price reductions while vowing to pursue corruption cases linked to a flood-control scandal that has implicated his cousin, former House speaker Martin Romualdez. Analysts say the president must show tangible results from the investigation without derailing economic growth.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham at Portsmouth Naval Base, marking Burnham's first international visitor since taking office. The UK pledged to share electronic jamming technology and reaffirmed its £25 billion support for Ukraine since 2022.
Israel's security cabinet has approved the legal framework for a multinational force to enter Gaza, as part of US President Donald Trump's peace plan. The force, to include 200 members from countries like Uganda and Morocco, will deploy in areas not under Israeli control. The move comes as Prime Minister Netanyahu prepares to visit Washington.
A New Yorker investigation cited by the Jerusalem Post reveals that Biden administration officials predicted Israel would broaden the Gaza war into a regional conflict and now regret that US support enabled Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to do so. The report details internal debates over military aid and Israel's rules of engagement.
Iran stated it made progress in talks with Oman on managing the Strait of Hormuz, focusing on safe passage and sovereign rights. The discussions follow U.S. attacks on Iran and a June memorandum of understanding, with both sides exploring temporary arrangements. Meanwhile, U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent hinted at a possible breakthrough in broader U.S.-Iran talks.
Iran has halted retaliatory attacks against US allies after Washington paused airstrikes for a second and third night, raising hopes of renewed negotiations. Reports indicate US concerns over dwindling munitions influenced the pause, with senior officials advising President Trump to hold off on further escalation.
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Russia observes a dual nature in US President Donald Trump’s position on the Ukraine conflict, noting that while Washington continues to arm Ukraine, it also sincerely declares readiness to facilitate a peaceful settlement. Peskov said Moscow will await US ideas and proposals to resolve the conflict, and reiterated that Russia will press ahead with its special military operation.
Andy Burnham, the new UK Prime Minister, has said he will always put Britain's interests first in his dealings with US President Donald Trump, signaling a willingness to disagree publicly if necessary. His first call with Trump was described as warm, though both leaders have potential flashpoints, including Iran policy. Burnham also ruled out an early general election.
Brazil's right-wing Liberal Party has formally nominated Flavio Bolsonaro, son of imprisoned ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, as its candidate for the October presidential election against incumbent Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva. The campaign faces legal setbacks, including a court barring Flavio from visiting his father, and political challenges such as a family feud and ties to a disgraced banker, while Lula holds a narrow lead in polls.
Iran has passed another night without US airstrikes as Washington pauses its campaign, with reports suggesting concerns over dwindling munitions are restraining further escalation. The lull has revived hopes of negotiations, but President Trump has threatened strikes at a 'much higher level' if no deal is reached.
With 100 days until the US midterm elections, President Donald Trump's Republicans risk losing the House of Representatives, according to polling and forecasts. A Democratic win would grant the party subpoena power and control of committees, while Trump warns that GOP losses could be historic.
The US imposed new Section 301 tariffs on 60 economies, hitting four ASEAN members hardest. Malaysia secured a lower 10% rate, but analysts warn the tariffs reinforce perceptions of US unreliability in the region, coming a day after Secretary of State Rubio pledged full support for ASEAN.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres arrived in Damascus on Saturday for the first visit by a serving UN chief to Syria since 2009, meeting President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani. He pledged support for reconstruction, condemned actions in the Golan Heights, and urged international backing for the country's transition. Syrian officials called for an Israeli withdrawal from southern areas.
As Iran escalates attacks on Gulf states, analysts and residents call for a coordinated regional response. Reports suggest Bahrain and Kuwait may have launched limited strikes, while US and Israeli support is seen as crucial in forming a defense alliance.
US President Donald Trump has paused plans for a major military escalation against Iran, according to multiple reports, amid concerns over depleting missile interceptor stockpiles. The decision follows warnings from top military officials and reflects broader worries about the conflict's trajectory and its political fallout.
The US and Iran show no signs of de-escalation as they continue trading strikes, with Saudi Arabia hitting Hodeida in response to Houthi attacks. Iran's army warns the war could widen, while Israeli PM Netanyahu prepares to meet President Trump at the White House.
Venezuela has formally notified the United Nations of its withdrawal from the International Criminal Court, alleging the court shows a 'geographical bias' against countries in the Global South. The move follows a December vote by Venezuela's National Assembly to cancel commitments to the Rome Statute and comes amid a long-running ICC investigation into alleged crimes against humanity.
Laura Loomer, a controversial far-right commentator with close ties to President Donald Trump, met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and admitted she had previously repeated Russian propaganda. Her shift coincides with recent changes in Trump's stance on Ukraine, including support for Patriot missile technology and new sanctions on Russia.
Yemen's Houthi rebels have claimed a missile attack on the Saudi city of Jazan, accusing Riyadh of a 'dangerous escalation' after Saudi strikes on Houthi targets. The US military paused its daily strikes on Iran for the first time in 13 nights, while President Trump indicated he would hold off on major operations as talks with Iran progress.
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on the sidelines of the SCO Council of Foreign Ministers meeting in Kyrgyzstan, discussing relations with the US and the Ukrainian crisis. Wang Yi called for joint efforts to boost the SCO's development and international standing, citing the growing role of the organization.