Iran halts ceasefire talks with US, vows to keep Strait of Hormuz closed

Iran suspends ceasefire talks with U.S. over Israeli operations in Southern Lebanon, Iranian state media report, citing Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Iranian state-backed media outlets report that Iran has suspended ceasefire talks with the U.S. over the expansion of Israeli operations against Hezbollah in Southern Lebanon, citing Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Turkey says in talks with Saudi Arabia on Modern Hejaz Railway, plans to reach Saudi Arabia first, then Strait of Hormuz. Arabia

Turkish transport minister says Turkey is in talks with Saudi Arabia on the Modern Hejaz Railway, with the first phase aiming to reach Saudi Arabia, then continuing to the Strait of Hormuz.

Hungary ends blockade on Ukraine arms aid, unlocking €6.6B EU funding

Hungary's new government has ended its two-year blockade on Ukraine arms reimbursements, allowing the European Union to unlock €6.6 billion in immediate funding.

Pope Leo heads to Spain June 6 for week-long tour, first EU visit outside Italy, culminating in meeting with migrants in Canary Islands

Pope Leo will visit Spain from June 6 for a week, his first trip to an EU country outside Italy, and will meet migrants in the Canary Islands, according to Reuters.