President Donald Trump says Washington could shift focus to Cuba after resolving ongoing US military operations involving Iran.

Volodymyr Zelensky says Washington has sought Ukraine’s expertise in defending Gulf allies against Iranian drone attacks

Azerbaijan withdraws diplomats from Iran after a drone incident near Nakhchivan injured four people, raising security fears.

EMauritius is considering legal action against the UK over delays in a deal to transfer control of the Chagos Islands.

Sri Lanka docks Iranian ship Irins Bushehr after US torpedo sinks Iris Dena, emphasising neutrality and humanitarian aid.

US allows India to buy stranded Russian oil for 30 days, ensuring continued global energy supply and stabilising markets.

Finland proposes lifting a decades-old ban on nuclear weapons on its territory to strengthen NATO deterrence amid rising tensions.

Washington and Caracas move to rebuild relations after US forces seized Nicolás Maduro, signalling a major geopolitical shift.

Israel intensifies strikes on Beirut and Tehran as US warns attacks on Iran will surge dramatically.

Texas Republican Tony Gonzales drops re-election bid after admitting affair with aide as Congress launches ethics investigation.

Iran’s ambassador to Nigeria criticises global institutions for failing to respond decisively to escalating tensions across the Middle East.

Gulf states fear Iran could descend into civil war amid escalations, EU foreign chief says. 

France’s foreign affairs minister, Barrot has condemn Iran’s regional strikes, urges immediate release of detained nationals Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris.

Indonesia has issued a “stern warning” to Meta for ​failing to curb the spread of online ‌gambling and disinformation

China sets 4.5–5% growth target as Premier Li warns of “grave and complex” economic challenges at home and abroad.

A Pakistani man has denied willingly plotting to kill Trump, claiming he acted under pressure from Iran’s Revolutionary Guards.

QatarEnergy notifies buyers of Force Majeure after halting LNG production, promising continued updates to stakeholders.

Mojtaba Khamenei survived recent strikes and is viewed by insiders as the likely successor to his late father as Iran’s leader.

US Embassy cancels Wednesday l visa appointments in Abuja, warns citizens to remain indoors over possible Iran-related protests.

US judge preliminarily has approved a $35 million Epstein estate settlement resolving claims against his advisers.