Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s fired defence minister, called for a legal mechanism to hold elections despite martial law. His remarks mark the most prominent internal challenge to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s wartime leadership since 2022.
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The UAE imposed an indefinite halt on trade and financial dealings with Iran after accusing Tehran of firing ballistic missiles at Gulf shipping. Iran denied the claim as U.S.-Iran talks remained stalled and traffic through the Strait of Hormuz fell sharply.
President Donald Trump paused 50% tariffs on about $20 billion in Canadian imports hours before they were set to begin, saying the U.S. and Canada have a deal pending final documents. The pause followed intense talks between Trump, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and top trade officials.
South Korea said the annual Ulchi Freedom Shield drills with the United States will end six days early and some field training will be reduced after President Donald Trump ordered cuts. The move has raised concern in Seoul as Trump cites his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un.
The Trump administration has sanctioned ICC President Tomoko Akane and senior trial lawyer Abdoulaye Seye as part of a broader campaign against the court. The US says the ICC threatens sovereignty; the court says sanctions put the international legal order at risk.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said the UK will continue to support Ukraine “100%” after Russia warned of “consequences” over British-made drones reportedly used in strikes inside Russia. Moscow did not specify what action it might take.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham said his message exchange with someone impersonating White House chief of staff Susie Wiles was brief, inconsequential and quickly reported. A Liberal Democrat MP has asked Parliament’s Intelligence and Security Committee to consider investigating the incident.
Loui Ridi, a Palestinian American from Ohio, traveled to Qusra in the occupied West Bank after watching settlers surround his family home for more than a week. The siege has trapped Palestinians in several homes as Israeli troops remain in the area.