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Trump Unhurt After Shooting at White House Correspondents' Dinner
A gunman opened fire at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, with Acting AG stating President Trump and officials were likely targets; the 31-year-old suspect Cole Allen, highly educated with no prior record, is not cooperating and left a manifesto calling Trump a traitor. Investigators believe he acted alone.
Trump said he wasn't worried during the incident.
Iran Proposes New Deal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Before Nuclear Talks
Iran offered the US terms to reopen the Strait of Hormuz after nearly two months closed, in exchange for lifting the US blockade on Iranian ports, postponing nuclear negotiations. Tehran signaled acceptance of an interim ceasefire extension to allow permanent talks.
Oil prices rose above $108/barrel as the strait remains shut.
US-Iran Peace Talks Stall as Trump Cancels Envoy Trip to Pakistan
President Trump canceled a US envoys' trip to Pakistan for second-round talks with Iran, slamming it as pointless with no progress; he refuses to lift the naval blockade. Iran's Araghchi doubts US seriousness.
Talks described as last-minute renegotiation failure.
Israel-Lebanon Ceasefire Holds Amid Regional Tensions
A ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon appears to be holding, though the Strait of Hormuz crisis persists. Two former Israeli PMs are forming a new party to challenge Netanyahu.
Netanyahu ordered attacks after a ceasefire shock.
Markets Volatile as Hormuz Closure Drives Oil Prices Up
Stocks slipped from highs with S&P 500 futures falling and Brent crude surpassing $108/barrel due to shut Strait of Hormuz. Traders eye tech earnings, central bank rates amid Iran war impact; Goldman Sachs hiked oil outlook.
Asia chip stocks rose despite concerns.
Suspect Cole Allen's Background in DC Shooting Revealed
The 31-year-old gunman Cole Tomas Allen bought weapons over years, had no criminal record but provided motive clues in writings. He faces arraignment Monday.
Global reactions followed the Trump-targeted incident.
Airlines Cut Back, Add Charges Due to Iran War Fuel Costs
Fuel prices surge from Iran war prompts airlines to reduce flights and impose new charges. Markets brace for war's economic ripple effects this earnings week.
Colombia Highway Attack Kills 19, Injures Dozens
Explosives detonated on a Colombian highway killed at least 19 and injured dozens. The attack marks a violent escalation in the region.
Ex-Philippine President Duterte to Face Crimes Against Humanity Trial
Rodrigo Duterte will stand trial on international charges of crimes against humanity. The case draws global attention to past policies.
King Charles' US State Visit Amid Global Crises
King Charles is set for a US state visit as world events unfold. It coincides with heightened US-Iran and security tensions.
Fed, G7 Central Banks Hold Rates Amid Iran Uncertainty
The Fed leads G7 in keeping rates on hold amid uneasy markets focused on Iran crisis and earnings. BOJ expected to follow suit this week.
Ukraine Faces Major Earthquake Amid Ongoing Conflicts
A massive earthquake struck Ukraine, compounding regional crises. Details on casualties and damage are emerging.