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Iran has declared the Strait of Hormuz “completely open” for all commercial vessels during the ongoing ceasefire, as announced by foreign minister Seyed Abbas Aragchi. This decision follows the recent easing of tensions and aims to stabilise global energy supplies. Further actions are anticipated.
Chagossians remain on Île du Coin as efforts to transfer the Chagos Islands to Mauritius collapse. First Minister Misley Mandarin asserts their determination to stay despite resource scarcity and threats of expulsion. Hundreds are ready to join them; however, essential supplies have been confiscated.
Viktor Orbán has conceded defeat in Hungary’s parliamentary elections to Peter Magyar, marking the end of his 16-year rule. Magyar, a political newcomer, promises “system change.” Supporters celebrated in Budapest as the nation anticipates this new chapter in governance.
Andy Burnham acknowledges the possibility of Nigel Farage becoming Prime Minister, urging Labour to enhance connections with voters.
South Korea’s new president Lee Jae-myung was sworn in on Wednesday, vowing to be a unifying leader after months of political chaos and the controversial martial law declaration under his predecessor, Yoon Suk-yeol.
The Dutch government has collapsed after Geert Wilders withdrew his far-right Freedom Party (PVV) from the coalition over a row on asylum policy.
The UK steel industry avoids a doubling of tariffs on exports to the US, which remain capped at 25% rather than increasing to 50%.
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has reportedly ordered the renaming of the USNS Harvey Milk, a ship named after the prominent gay rights activist, as part of a broader initiative to “reestablish a warrior culture” in the armed forces.
The Democratic Party’s Lee Jae-myung has won South Korea’s snap presidential election – six months after the country was briefly thrown into martial law.
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