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President Trump announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding with Iran during his visit to France for the G7 summit. He stated that significant progress is being made on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with U.S. assistance in mine clearance expected to begin immediately.
The Israeli Defence Force conducted airstrikes in southern Beirut targeting Hezbollah leadership, a response to rocket attacks on Israel. Meanwhile, discussions of a US-Iran truce surfaced, potentially addressing tensions in Lebanon, though compliance from Iran remains uncertain, crucial for Israel’s security concerns.
Vice President JD Vance discussed his new book, “Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith,” in an interview with Robert Costa. He covered his conversion to Catholicism and hinted at a potential presidential campaign in 2028, outlining his personal and political reflections.
The “de minimis” rule exempts low-value imports from customs tariffs, with thresholds varying by country (£135 in the UK, $800 in the US).
Paul Weller, Primal Scream, and over 40 artists have signed an open letter supporting the politically-charged Belfast rap group Kneecap amid controversy over their recent performances.
The US Treasury has established an American-Ukrainian reconstruction investment fund, intended to bolster Ukraine’s economic recovery amid ongoing conflict with Russia.
Miriam Haley, a key witness in Harvey Weinstein’s retrial, described her feelings during the alleged 2006 assault, stating she felt “the unthinkable was happening.”
The King reflects on his “frightening experience” with cancer, emphasising the emotional toll it takes on patients and their families.
Donald Trump’s assertion of having “ended inflation” contradicts official data, which recorded a rise to 2.4% in March, indicating that inflation had begun to decline prior to his second term.
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