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US Vice President JD Vance acknowledged that key issues in US-Iran nuclear talks, including the enriched uranium stockpile and enrichment, remain unresolved, while expressing confidence that a deal is close. The US and Iran continue negotiations amid differing timelines and positions, with Vance stating the US will pursue a deal regardless of Israel's stance.
US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a framework to extend the ceasefire for 60 days and launch talks on Iran's nuclear program, but the deal still awaits approval from President Donald Trump and Iran's leadership. The proposed agreement includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz and easing the naval blockade, amid ongoing skirmishes between the two sides.
South Africa's Parliament is set to hold the first meeting of a special impeachment committee examining allegations against President Cyril Ramaphosa related to the 2020 theft of cash at his private farm. The committee, established after a Constitutional Court ruling, will elect a chairperson and decide whether there are grounds for impeachment. Ramaphosa denies wrongdoing and has filed a legal challenge against the independent panel's report.
US inflation reached a three-year high of 4.2% in May, driven by soaring energy prices linked to the US-Israel war against Iran. The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, while political tensions over economic policy intensified. Consumer sentiment improved slightly as gas prices eased, though households remain pessimistic.
US and Iranian negotiators have agreed on a draft memorandum of understanding to extend the ceasefire for 60 days and launch talks on Iran's nuclear program, but the deal still requires President Donald Trump's approval. Reports indicate Trump has requested amendments related to the Strait of Hormuz and the removal of highly enriched uranium.
Iran and the US have exchanged new rounds of strikes, with Iran targeting US bases in Kuwait and Bahrain and Washington hitting Iranian drone operations, after President Trump dismissed reports of a near-term deal. The escalation threatens a fragile ceasefire and has sent oil prices surging.
President Donald Trump threatened to use military force against Oman if it collaborates with Iran to control the Strait of Hormuz. The threat, made during a cabinet meeting, followed reports of talks between Oman and Iran over joint management of the strategic waterway. The US Treasury separately warned of sanctions against Oman if it facilitates tolls in the strait.
US President Donald Trump says Iran is 'very much intent' on a deal but his administration is 'not satisfied' with current terms. Trump vowed the Strait of Hormuz will remain open to all, as the White House dismissed Iranian reports of a provisional agreement as a 'complete fabrication.'
US Customs and Border Protection has begun processing approximately $85bn in tariff refunds, with $20bn already approved, following the Supreme Court's ruling that President Trump exceeded his authority. The Trump administration has formally appealed, putting the refund process under uncertainty as businesses and households grapple with the economic impact.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has sent a letter to US President Donald Trump requesting additional Patriot air defense ammunition, citing critical shortages as Russia intensifies missile and drone attacks. The appeal, also addressed to Congress, underscores Ukraine's near-total reliance on US systems to counter ballistic missiles, even as diplomatic efforts to end the war remain stalled.
President Donald Trump told a cabinet meeting that the US is 'not satisfied' yet with the terms of a deal being negotiated with Iran, though Tehran is 'very much intent' on reaching an agreement. Secretary of State Marco Rubio cited 'some progress' in talks, while the White House has branded a reported draft agreement a 'complete fabrication'.
The Trump administration is constructing a quarantine and treatment facility in Kenya for Americans exposed to Ebola, diverging from past practice of bringing patients home. The move has drawn criticism from public health experts and former officials, and a Kenyan court has blocked the order, though construction reportedly continues.
The Board of Peace, established by US President Donald Trump to oversee Gaza's reconstruction, has received no funds in its official World Bank-administered fund despite $17 billion in pledges. The shortfall underscores concerns about the board's structure and the lack of a viable political horizon, while Israel's military operations and humanitarian restrictions continue.
A temporary UFC arena is being built on the White House South Lawn for a June 14 event marking the US 250th anniversary and President Trump's 80th birthday. The UFC Freedom 250 event will feature a 5,000-seat arena and two championship fights, with the UFC spending around $60 million on the project.
Russia confirms its proposal to take highly enriched uranium from Iran remains available, while Tehran says it is grateful but not yet ready to discuss the matter. A US arms control expert calls the idea useful, and quotes suggest the issue is part of broader negotiations.
Tony Blair has published a 5,700-word essay criticizing Labour's direction under Keir Starmer, warning the party risks losing the next election unless it shifts focus to policy. Starmer, Andy Burnham, and other Labour figures have pushed back, with Burnham accusing Blair of ignoring inequality. Blair argues for a move to the 'radical centre' and warns against a premature leadership change.
Syria has established a 'Breath of Freedom' Task Force to eliminate remnants of the Assad-era chemical weapons program, following the discovery of dozens of undeclared weapons and the arrest of 18 suspects, including a former general accused of involvement in a 2013 chemical attack.
South Korea has formally announced plans to build its first nuclear-powered attack submarine by the mid-2030s, with US endorsement but lingering disputes over construction location, nuclear fuel supplies, and trade commitments. Analysts note the program is part of a broader regional undersea arms race involving China, North Korea, and Japan.
The US has selected five companies, including Oklo and Newcleo, for talks on using 20 tonnes of weapons-grade plutonium as fuel for advanced nuclear reactors. The plan revives a long-stalled effort to dispose of Cold War stockpiles, but critics warn of proliferation risks.
The Trump administration has proposed allowing federal agencies to require employees to sign non-disclosure agreements to prevent leaks to journalists. The draft form, released by the Office of Personnel Management, could lead to civil and criminal penalties for violators. Critics warn it could expand secrecy beyond traditional classifications and deter whistleblowing.