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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.
Reform UK secured a narrow victory in the Runcorn and Helsby by-election, defeating Labour by just six votes, marking a significant loss for Sir Keir Starmer.
President Trump announces Mike Waltz as UN Ambassador following his departure as national security adviser amid the Signalgate scandal.
Northeastern governors urge the Nigerian government to reassess counter-insurgency strategies in light of recent violence, which claimed over 100 lives last month.
Over 1,600 council seats are contested across 23 local authorities, alongside mayoral elections and a critical by-election in Runcorn and Helsby following Labour MP Mike Amesbury’s resignation.
The UK is set for the hottest day of the year (so far) today — and the sun is already shining across the capital. With temperatures soaring, it’s not just the weather that’s heating up — the news cycle is packed, too.
The US Treasury has established an American-Ukrainian reconstruction investment fund, intended to bolster Ukraine’s economic recovery amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
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