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AI summaryUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated that Washington could resume military operations against Iran if diplomatic efforts fail. The statement comes amid ongoing negotiations that have yet to produce a final agreement.
AI summaryPakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif praised US President Donald Trump's 'extraordinary efforts to pursue peace' following a phone call that included Pakistan's army chief. Islamabad hopes to host another round of US-Iran negotiations, while Trump announced a memorandum of understanding on a peace deal is 'largely negotiated.'
AI summaryVenezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado announced plans to run for president again and return from exile before the end of 2026, while former candidate Edmundo González called for new presidential elections. The announcements come amid the acting presidency of Delcy Rodríguez, recognized by the US administration.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump and Iranian officials signaled progress toward a framework agreement to end the war in the Middle East, with Iran finalizing a 14-point memorandum of understanding. However, key issues remain, including nuclear guarantees, sanctions relief, and the Strait of Hormuz, and some reports suggest the pace of negotiations has slowed.
AI summaryThousands gathered in Taipei to support increased defence spending, while Taiwan's parliament has approved a partial special procurement budget for US weapons. The US pause on a $14 billion arms sale to Taiwan to conserve munitions for its war on Iran has added urgency to the debate.
AI summaryAn internal World Bank document seen by Reuters indicates that 27 countries have activated crisis financing mechanisms since the Iran war began, with Kenya and Iraq among those seeking rapid support. The conflict has disrupted global supply chains and fertiliser shipments, prompting concerns for vulnerable African economies.
AI summaryPresident Donald Trump abruptly canceled the signing of an executive order that would have imposed a voluntary government review of new AI models, after lobbying from tech leaders including Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. The decision marks a return to a hands-off approach to AI regulation, raising concerns about unchecked technological advancement.
AI summaryThe final document of the NPT Review Conference was not adopted, with Russia blaming the US and the US pointing to Iran. Both sides express commitment to the treaty's core principles, as reported by TASS.
AI summaryUS 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.
AI summaryChinese President Xi Jinping's reference to the 'Thucydides Trap' during a meeting with US President Donald Trump has drawn attention from analysts, who see it as a signal of Beijing's awareness of the risks of great-power conflict. The concept, popularised by Harvard's Graham Allison, warns that a rising power and an established one may be destined for war, and Xi's use of it may indicate a shift in China's posture on the world stage.
AI summarySpaceX launched its largest and most powerful Starship rocket on a test flight from Texas, with the upper stage splashing down in the Indian Ocean as planned. The flight, the 12th for the program, came days after CEO Elon Musk announced plans for a public offering. While mostly successful, the mission experienced engine issues and a booster anomaly, according to reports.
AI summaryThe Trump administration announced that most temporary visa holders in the US seeking a green card must return to their home countries to apply, replacing the adjustment-of-status process. The Department of Homeland Security later clarified the policy would be applied case-by-case, but confusion and concern remain among affected immigrants and advocates.
AI summaryUS President Donald Trump stated he will not attend his son Donald Trump Jr.'s wedding in the Bahamas, citing government business and his love for the United States. The wedding took place over the weekend, with the couple already legally married in Florida.
AI summaryA US federal judge dismissed the criminal indictment against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling that the prosecution was retaliatory and would not have been brought had he not challenged his deportation to El Salvador. The decision marks a significant legal rebuke to the Trump administration's handling of the case.
AI summaryThe US has escalated pressure on Cuba with charges against Raul Castro, seizure of oil shipments, and warnings of military action, while Cuba and allies like China and Russia condemn the moves. Despite tensions, both sides signal openness to dialogue, though prospects for peaceful resolution remain uncertain.
AI summaryThe standoff over the Strait of Hormuz is entering a dangerous new phase as US and Iranian forces trade fire, negotiations stutter, and Tehran's oil exports fall to a six-year low. US intelligence assesses Iran can withstand the blockade for months, while diplomatic efforts, including Pakistan-led mediation, struggle to gain traction.
AI summaryA Qatari negotiating team has arrived in Tehran in coordination with the United States to help secure a deal to end the war with Iran, according to multiple sources. Qatar's involvement comes as it has previously been attacked by Iranian missiles and drones, and as Pakistan continues its official mediatory role.
AI summaryUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio says negotiations between Moscow, Washington, and Kiev are not currently happening, though the US remains prepared to mediate if conditions change. Russian officials, meanwhile, insist they have received no signals from Kiev about readiness for talks and reiterate their conditions for progress.
AI summaryChinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi wrapped up a three-day visit to Canada, the first by a Chinese foreign minister in a decade, and announced the resumption of high-level political and security consultations. The trip, which also included chairing a UN Security Council meeting in New York, is seen as laying groundwork for a potential state visit by President Xi Jinping to the US.
AI summaryIran’s Supreme Leader has directed that the country’s stockpile of uranium enriched to 60 percent must not be sent abroad, hardening Tehran’s position against a core U.S. demand. Roughly 440 kilograms of the material is believed to be held in Iran, short of weapons-grade levels but closer than civilian needs require. Officials on multiple sides differ sharply over whether and how any transfer could occur.