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U.S. and Iran move closer to a draft agreement
Senior U.S. officials and multiple broadcasts say Washington and Tehran are close to a framework deal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease nuclear tensions. Reports say both sides have agreed on broad principles, but President Trump has said he will not rush into signing anything.
Russia strikes Kyiv with hypersonic missile in overnight attack
Ukrainian officials said Russia launched a large overnight assault on Kyiv and other regions, killing several people and injuring dozens. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Russia used the nuclear-capable Avangard missile, which European leaders condemned as a reckless escalation.
Ebola outbreak in Congo raises regional alarm
An Ebola outbreak centered in Bunia, northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, has triggered border restrictions, flight diversions, and quarantine measures for a Congolese World Cup team in Belgium. The World Health Organization says the global risk remains low, but the outbreak poses a very high risk for Congo.
U.S. green card applicants face new in-country filing rule changes
U.S. authorities now require foreigners seeking permanent residency to leave the country to apply for green cards, except in extraordinary circumstances. Immigration lawyers say the change could strand applicants abroad, disrupt families and employers, and likely invite legal challenges.
U.S. plans temporary re-entry limits for green card holders after Ebola travel
Health authorities are planning to temporarily bar some green card holders from re-entering the United States if they recently traveled to Ebola-affected areas. The interim rule is expected to last six months or until the Health Secretary ends it.
Florida drought and wildfires intensify
Florida’s worst drought in two decades has parched crops, increased watering costs, and helped fuel wildfires across the state. Local reporting says more than 135,000 acres have burned, underscoring the severity of the dry conditions.
United Kingdom records hottest May day in nearly eight decades
Parts of the UK reached 32.3C at Kew Gardens, making it the hottest May day in at least 79 years. The heat also raised expectations for record-breaking temperatures over the bank holiday weekend.
Police investigate allegation involving Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor
UK police are reportedly examining an allegation that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor behaved inappropriately toward a woman at Royal Ascot. The report adds to continuing scrutiny around the former royal’s public life and conduct.
Annual Hajj pilgrimage begins amid regional tension
The 2026 Hajj has begun in Saudi Arabia, with more than 1.6 million pilgrims traveling from Makkah to Mina. Coverage says the pilgrimage is taking place amid heightened tensions in West Asia.
Norway Chess 2026 opens in Oslo
Norway Chess 2026 starts in Oslo today with round-one matches. The event brings together top international players as one of the year’s premier chess tournaments.
China launches investigation into deadly coal mine blast
Chinese authorities are investigating a deadly coal mine explosion while also stepping up scrutiny of firms and funds tied to an AI-driven stock rally. The report also notes President Xi Jinping’s push for stronger inspections and safety controls.
Turkey’s main opposition faces police intervention
More than 100 police officers reportedly entered the Ankara headquarters of the Republican People’s Party to reinstate former leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. The move marks another flashpoint in Turkey’s already tense political environment.