Belgium issued one-day visas to five Taliban representatives invited for EU talks on Afghan deportations amid ongoing migration challenges.
Russia limits gasoline and diesel sales in over 50 regions due to supply disruptions from Ukrainian drone attacks on oil refineries.
Russian strikes overnight damaged civilian homes and infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia and Kharkiv, injuring at least two people amid rising civilian casualties in Ukraine.
Right-wing businessman Abelardo de la Espriella leads Colombia's presidential runoff, signaling a turn toward tougher security policies and economic deregulation.
The US and Iran agreed on a communication channel to prevent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz, finalizing a 60-day roadmap for broader diplomatic agreements amid ongoing technical talks.
Russian drone and missile strikes hit Kharkiv and Odessa, causing fires, casualties, and damage to residential and agricultural sites amid ongoing conflict.
The US may impose fees for Strait of Hormuz passage if the Iran deal fails, following a temporary ceasefire and lifted blockade, signaling potential shifts in global oil trade flows.
Germany's Economy Minister Katherina Reiche emphasized that future EU-Turkey gas contracts must exclude Russian supplies amid efforts to reduce reliance on Russian energy sources.
Ukrainian drone strikes caused fires at strategic sites in Crimea, including Kerch port's oil terminal and Sevastopol's defense zones, with air defenses shooting down four UAVs.
Italy's Foreign Minister Tajani cancels US visit after President Trump's offensive comments about PM Meloni, raising diplomatic tensions and market watch concerns.
US intelligence warns Netanyahu may undermine the US-Iran deal amid Israeli concerns over Hezbollah and regional security ahead of key elections.
US envoy Steven Whitcoff heads to Switzerland to resume postponed nuclear talks with Iran amid calls for a Lebanon ceasefire and ongoing Middle East tensions.