U.S. officials say Washington and Tehran have digitally signed a memorandum to extend a ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin nuclear negotiations. The deal’s effect on Lebanon remains uncertain as Israel says it is not bound by the agreement.
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A London jury convicted two men over arson attacks on properties and a car linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The BBC reported the plot was part of a wider Russian-linked sabotage and disinformation campaign, an allegation Russia denies.
Britain’s Court of Appeal ruled that the government’s ban on Palestine Action as a terrorist organisation was lawful, overturning a High Court decision. The group’s co-founder said she would seek to appeal, while the home secretary said the ruling does not affect lawful pro-Palestinian protest.
The UFC staged “Freedom 250” on the White House South Lawn, with Justin Gaethje winning the undisputed lightweight title as President Donald Trump celebrated his 80th birthday. The event drew praise from fans and criticism over sponsors, business ties and the use of White House grounds for a private sporting event.
Oil prices dropped after Trump announced an initial US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but shipping, insurance and mine-clearing hurdles could delay a return to normal. Analysts warn energy, fertiliser and consumer prices may remain under pressure for months.
The United States and Iran say they have reached a tentative agreement to end the war, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and halt fighting in Lebanon. The deal is expected to be signed Friday in Switzerland, but nuclear issues, sanctions relief and Israel’s role remain unresolved.
An Israeli strike on Beirut’s Dahieh area killed at least three people and prompted President Donald Trump to say the attack should not have happened as a US-Iran deal neared. Iranian officials blamed the US and Israel for the consequences and warned of a response.