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Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest offer, citing dissatisfaction and ‘disjointed’ leadership. He pointedly noted that options include making a deal or escalating military action. As the situation develops, governments are drafting contingency plans to address potential supply chain disruptions.

Two tourists died hours apart at Kuala Lumpur International Airport. A 27-year-old Chinese woman fell into a loading bay after a distressing episode, while a 30-year-old Algerian man is suspected to have jumped from Terminal 2. Investigations into both incidents are ongoing.

President Donald Trump has withdrawn 5,000 US troops from Germany amid rising NATO tensions. This decision follows a dispute with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz over Iran. European leaders, including Poland’s Donald Tusk, are now urging NATO members to strengthen their alliance.

A China Eastern Airlines flight experienced a mechanical failure, colliding with a jet bridge at Shanghai Hongqiao airport. The Airbus A350-900, arriving from Chengdu, damaged the structure but left all passengers unharmed. They were eventually disembarked after a delay. Investigation underway.

A woman gave birth mid-flight on ITA Airways flight AZ855, capturing a historic moment at 34,000 feet. The crew, alongside a doctor and nurse onboard, provided immediate assistance. The flight returned to Dakar for medical support before proceeding to Rome.

TRUMP CLAIMS VIOLATIONS
Trump alleges past presidencies bypassed war powers regulations this morning.
Congress weighs response to potential lack of enforcement amidst ongoing tensions with Iran.

British woman Rachel Kerr, 31, has been found safe in Agadir, Morocco, after her disappearance following a night out. Kerr, from Maddiston, Falkirk, had not been seen for several days before police located her. She is now reunited with her brother.

The EU’s trade deal with South America’s Mercosur bloc has begun provisional implementation after 25 years of negotiations. This agreement forms one of the world’s largest free trade areas, encompassing 720 million consumers and aiming to reduce tariffs on over 90% of bilateral trade.

Rebel groups, including Jamaat Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, have established checkpoints around Mali’s capital, Bamako, and captured the northern town of Tessalit. This surge follows recent attacks that killed Defence Minister Sadio Camara, raising concerns over Mali’s military response to escalating violence.

A 36-year-old man has been arrested in Jerusalem for violently assaulting a nun, resulting in injuries to her head and face. This attack, described as an “act of sectarian violence” by Olivier Poquillon of the French School of Biblical and Archaeological Research, has raised alarms over rising attacks on Christians. The investigation continues.