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Prince Harry visited Ukraine, appealing directly to Vladimir Putin to end the conflict. During a heartfelt address at the Kyiv Security Conference, he urged world leaders to support the courageous Ukrainian people. For further details on his visit, click here.

Donald Trump has ordered a ‘shoot to kill’ directive against Iranian boats in the Strait of Hormuz. He instructed the US Navy to target vessels laying mines, while American minesweepers are currently clearing the waterway. More updates will follow.

IRAN SEIZES SHIPS
Iran has seized two vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, escalating tensions.
This follows President Trump’s extension of the ceasefire amidst ongoing conflicts.

US President Trump threatens military action against Iran amid stalled negotiations. In a striking Truth Social post, he expressed frustration at negotiating with empty chairs, stating, “If Iran doesn’t come to negotiate, we’re gonna bomb them.” Next steps remain unclear as Iran deliberates its participation in future talks.

Donald Trump announced that eight female Iranian prisoners, originally sentenced to death for protesting, have been spared after his plea. Four will be released immediately, while four will serve one month in prison. This development comes amid ongoing US-Iran ceasefire talks.

Donald Trump has extended the ceasefire with Iran while maintaining the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. This decision comes as proposed talks in Islamabad are stalled, amid requests from Field Marshal Asim Munir and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for ongoing discussions.

Two US officials, working for the CIA, were killed in Mexico while returning from an operation to dismantle a drug laboratory. The tragic incident also claimed the lives of two Mexican investigators when their convoy’s vehicle crashed and exploded. Further investigations are ongoing.

Karex Bhd, the world’s largest condom producer, is raising prices by up to 30% due to supply chain disruptions linked to the war in Iran. The CEO, Goh Miah Kiat, indicated that further increases may occur if conditions do not improve. Customers should prepare for higher costs.

US President Donald Trump has stated that any new nuclear deal with Iran will surpass the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), which he abandoned in 2018. The original accord saw Iran limit its uranium enrichment in exchange for sanctions relief. New demands include stricter controls on Iran’s nuclear and missile programmes.

JAPAN EARTHQUAKE
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Japan overnight, prompting tsunami warnings that have since been downgraded.
Authorities advise local residents on emergency preparedness measures.