Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin meet in Beijing to strengthen ties, sign multiple agreements, and discuss global conflicts. Energy cooperation and the Ukraine war were key topics, with no breakthrough on a major gas pipeline deal.
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President Trump declares hostilities with Iran have ended as the 60-day War Powers Resolution deadline passes. Legal experts and some lawmakers dispute the claim, citing ongoing military actions including a naval blockade.
Oil prices fell sharply after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open amid a Middle East ceasefire, easing fears of supply disruptions. The announcement boosted global stock markets and lowered U.S. gasoline prices, though uncertainties remain about shipping security and ongoing U.S.-Iran tensions.
A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon begins amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah and regional tensions involving Iran. The truce aims to pave the way for peace talks, though challenges remain as violations and military deployments continue.
The U.S. will begin blockading ships entering and exiting Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz on Monday, escalating tensions after failed peace talks with Iran. The move has sent oil prices soaring and drawn mixed responses from international allies.
The U.S. is leading ceasefire talks in Washington to address escalating conflict in Lebanon amid ongoing Israeli strikes and complex diplomacy with Iran. Vice President JD Vance heads a delegation to Pakistan for high-stakes negotiations as tensions persist over the Strait of Hormuz and Hezbollah’s role.
Israel's intensified strikes on Lebanon kill over 200, threatening the fragile US-Iran ceasefire. Global leaders call for inclusion of Lebanon in the truce as Hezbollah retaliates with rocket fire into Israel.
A two-week ceasefire between Iran and the U.S. takes effect amid ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon. While markets rally and tanker traffic resumes in the Strait of Hormuz, Israel continues its campaign against Hezbollah, complicating prospects for lasting peace.