Iran says it can reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States meets its conditions. The two sides remain divided over when to address Iran’s nuclear program.
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Pope Leo XIV begins a four-day France visit that includes a Paris Mass expected to draw about 600,000 people. He is also expected to meet abuse survivors and migrants as the church confronts debate over assisted dying.
Trump and Xi praised US-China ties at a White House state dinner after talks on Taiwan, trade and artificial intelligence. The leaders pledged continued dialogue, though the BBC reported that experts saw little concrete progress.
Dr. Idris Evans was killed and his wife critically wounded in an overnight stabbing at their Edgewood Borough home. Police charged a 32-year-old suspect as investigators examined whether the men knew each other.
Trump and Xi projected a cordial relationship at the White House, but reported progress was limited to a continuation of their trade truce. Taiwan, AI and Iran remained unresolved.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill has given Lt. Gov. Dale Caldwell until Friday to resign after an investigation found workplace harassment and ethics violations. Caldwell denies the allegations and disputes the investigation’s fairness.
Police arrested about 100 protesters, including actors and elected officials, outside the UN as Benjamin Netanyahu addressed the General Assembly. Dozens of delegates walked out during his speech, while further demonstrations took place across New York.
Italy’s cabinet has approved a school ban on burqas and niqabs and a 30% limit on pupils with limited Italian in certain classes. The decree-law requires parliamentary ratification within 60 days.