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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has given an exclusive interview addressing the protests gripping Iran and the future of the country's military actions. In the conversation, Pezeshkian responds to questions about the domestic unrest and Iran's posture going forward, drawing significant public attention as tensions around the country's protest movement and security situation continue to make headlines.

The United States has threatened to ban Iranian airlines from operating internationally, with the measure set to take effect from Wednesday. The move would effectively ground Iranian carriers worldwide, restricting their access to international airspace and airports. The threat escalates pressure on Tehran and raises concerns about travel disruptions and the broader impact on Iran's already isolated aviation sector.

Israel says it has killed a militant involved in the October 7 kidnapping of Noa Argamani, the Israeli woman whose abduction was captured in one of the most widely shared videos of the Hamas-led attack. Argamani was later rescued by Israeli forces in June 2024. News of the militant's death has drawn attention because of the footage's lasting notoriety.

Israeli forces say they have killed a global jihadist terrorist involved in the kidnapping of Noa Argamani during the October 7 attack. Argamani, who was abducted from the Nova music festival and later rescued, became one of the most recognizable hostages of the war. Reports of the militant's death are drawing attention amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas.

India and Afghanistan are trending together around cricket, with discussion focused on the Asian Games 2026 and what happens if a cricket final is washed out. Sports outlets are explaining the rules and scenarios for awarding gold medals in rain-affected matches, and fans are debating how India and Afghanistan would fare in such conditions.

Israel's military has published footage of an airstrike that killed the militant responsible for abducting Noa Argamani during the October 7, 2023 attack. Argamani, one of the most recognized hostages of the war, was rescued alive in June 2024. The release of the strike footage is drawing attention as the Gaza conflict and the fate of hostages remain central to public debate.

Donald Trump has confirmed a meeting with an Iranian delegation, while Qatar is actively pushing diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran. The talks signal a potential opening in tensions between the United States and Iran, with Doha positioning itself as a key mediator. Details of what was discussed and what may follow remain limited, but the confirmed contact has drawn wide international attention.

Mike Waltz said Iranian negotiators asked for 'everything up front' in talks before President Trump rejected a proposed ceasefire. The comment sheds light on why negotiations over halting hostilities fell apart, with the US arguing the Iranian terms amounted to demanding concessions before any agreement in return. The remarks are fueling debate over whether diplomacy was given a genuine chance.

The United States has signed a nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia that could permit the kingdom to enrich its own uranium, dropping the so-called 'gold standard' non-proliferation safeguards Washington required of the UAE in 2009. Lawmakers from both parties are raising alarms that the agreement could weaken non-proliferation norms and accelerate nuclear development across the Middle East.

Lithuania has moved to lift its constitutional ban on nuclear weapons on its territory, with proponents arguing that 'Russians do not attack the strong'. The move reflects mounting security concerns among Baltic states over Russian aggression and the credibility of NATO deterrence. If adopted, the change could open the door to hosting allied nuclear weapons, a significant shift for a country that enshrined the prohibition after gaining independence from the Soviet Union.

Leading figures in artificial intelligence have appealed to the United Nations, asking international bodies to establish controls on the technology they themselves helped create. The call frames AI risk as a matter for humanity as a whole, arguing that safety standards cannot be left to individual companies or countries. It renews debate over whether global institutions can move fast enough to regulate a rapidly advancing field.

Mike Waltz says the United States offered to sell Iran uranium for its civilian nuclear programme. The statement sheds light on negotiations between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear activities. It comes as discussion continues over proposals to curb Iran's nuclear work in exchange for economic and energy-related benefits.

Several Democratic candidates in the United States are foregrounding their Christian faith as a core element of their midterm campaign messaging, according to NPR. The strategy appears aimed at countering Republican strength among religious voters and broadening the party's appeal beyond its secular base. It has sparked discussion about whether faith-forward politics can work for Democrats and what it means for the party's positioning heading into the elections.

Iran's president has declared that the United States must decide whether it wants an end to the war, placing responsibility for a ceasefire on Washington. The statement came as the Russian and Iranian foreign ministers agreed that only a diplomatic settlement could resolve the Middle East tension sparked by the US-Israeli conflict against Iran. The exchange underscores growing international pressure for negotiations as the conflict continues.

Lawsuits are being brought against social media companies in the European Union over allegations that their platforms cause mental health and safety harms to children and teenagers. The cases form part of a growing legal push to hold tech firms accountable for the impact of their products on young users, and follow mounting regulatory scrutiny of child safety online in Europe and beyond.

A senior Iranian official has stated that Iran will make no concessions in negotiations over its nuclear programme. The declaration signals a hardening of Tehran's position amid ongoing international pressure over its nuclear activities. The remarks come as diplomatic efforts to reach an agreement over Iran's nuclear activities remain deadlocked, with Western powers calling for limits on enrichment and verification measures.

A new report says eight U.S. Marines were injured when Iran struck a ship. The incident, covered by The Maritime Executive, raises fresh concerns over maritime security and the risk of wider confrontation between Washington and Tehran. Details about the vessel, the location of the attack and the Marines' condition have not been fully disclosed, and officials have not yet confirmed the full extent of the injuries.

UK counter-terrorism police have arrested five men after explosives consistent with improvised explosive devices were found in three vans near an RAF base used by US forces. The investigation is examining potential Iranian involvement in the plot. The arrests have raised concerns about security at military sites and foreign state links to terrorism on British soil.

Pakistan has carried out strikes inside Afghanistan, according to reports framed around a joint message from Pakistan and Türkiye. The strikes and Ankara's role in the messaging are drawing wide attention, with observers watching for how Kabul responds and whether the two NATO-era partners are signalling a coordinated regional stance. Details on casualties and targets remain limited.

A former bodyguard of the late Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh has been arrested on suspicion of planning a terror attack against Jewish communities in Europe, according to a report by The Jerusalem Post. Details about the suspect's location, the target countries, and whether accomplices were involved have not been disclosed, and authorities have not yet officially confirmed the arrest.

The United Nations has expanded its database of companies operating in Israeli West Bank settlements to 138 firms, up from its earlier list. The blacklist, maintained by the UN Human Rights Council, names businesses it says are involved in activities in the occupied territories. Israeli officials condemn the move as politically motivated, while human rights groups welcome it as a step toward corporate accountability.

Kazakhstan's record in nuclear diplomacy is being put forward as a rare model for resolving the standoff over Iran's uranium stockpile, as negotiations face mounting technical and political hurdles. Kazakhstan gave up the Soviet-era nuclear arsenal on its territory and became a host of disarmament talks, including past negotiations involving Iran. Commentators argue its experience shows how a country can trade enrichment ambitions for security guarantees and economic benefits, lessons potentially relevant to stalled diplomacy with Tehran.

The Chinese government has signaled it may allow companies such as Alibaba and ByteDance to purchase Nvidia's new RTX Pro 5500 chips, according to a report by The Information citing people familiar with the matter. The potential approval would mark a notable opening for US chip access to Chinese tech firms amid ongoing export restrictions.

Jewish organisations Torah Jews and Voice of Rabbis organised a public message responding to comments made by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his address to the UN General Assembly. The action, highlighted alongside calls for a ceasefire and discussion of Palestine, is drawing attention as it frames anti-Netanyahu messaging as coming from within Jewish communities themselves.

Commentators are stressing that companies carry human rights responsibilities and must conduct due diligence to avoid complicity in human rights violations or abuses, in the context of the Israel-Palestine conflict and calls for a ceasefire. The message frames corporate conduct during the war as a matter of international human rights standards, prompting discussion about business accountability and whether firms are adequately assessing their involvement in the region.

Leading artificial intelligence companies are investigating tens of thousands of security incidents, according to an Axios scoop. The scale of the probes points to the growing security burden facing major AI firms as their systems and data become high-value targets. Details of which companies are involved and the nature of the incidents were not immediately available.