Tehran Announces Ballistic Strikes on US Bases in Jordan as Tensions Resume
After a month-long lull, Iran says it launched ballistic missiles at US bases in Jordan, claiming heavy damage amid renewed US-Iran exchanges.
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South Korea unveils cabinet reshuffle, appoints Lee Hyoung-il as finance chief
Seoul names Lee Hyoung-il deputy PM and finance minister; Kim Seung-won and Kang Shin-chul take justice and defense portfolios.
Six months in, US military families face mounting daily strains amid Iran conflict
Families of US service members report financial, childcare and emotional strains six months into the conflict with Iran.
Strait of Hormuz Ship Traffic Inches Up as Tensions Persist
Visible commodity transits at the Strait of Hormuz rose to 10 from 8, remaining below the 10-day average amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
Trump Sends Saudi Nuclear Agreement to Congress, Conditioning It on Riyadh’s Recognition of Israel
Washington transmits a civilian nuclear deal with Saudi Arabia to Congress, conditioned on the kingdom’s formal recognition of Israel.
Pakistan and Iran Report Progress in Tehran Talks Aimed at De-escalation
Pakistan and Iran said talks in Tehran advanced plans to prevent escalation, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and pursue an expedited end to the conflict.
Maritime crossings through Hormuz inch up but stay below average amid stalled US–Iran talks
Ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz rose slightly to six vessels but stayed under the 10-day average as US–Iran negotiations remain stalled.
Taiwan Reports Overseas AI-Assisted Cyberattacks on Government Agencies
Taiwan’s Ministry of Digital Affairs says AI-assisted cyberattacks from overseas targeted government agencies last month and were successfully handled.
Palestinian students and staff sue Columbia University alleging discrimination
A group of Palestinian students and staff filed a lawsuit in New York accusing Columbia University of failing to protect them from harassment and subjecting them to unfair disciplinary hearings since late 2023.
Syria Announces Agreement with Russia on Status of Two Military Bases
Syria announced it has reached an agreement with Russia concerning the status of two Russian military bases in the country, following Moscow’s role in the Syrian conflict and the 2024 political change.