German Chancellor Merz says immediate EU accession for Ukraine is not possible, proposing a pre-accession process as an alternative.

BREAKING: The United States threatens to penalize NATO allies for lack of support in the war on Iran, including the potential expulsion of Spain from the alliance.

The United States has threatened to penalize NATO allies for insufficient support in the war on Iran, with potential measures including the expulsion of Spain from the alliance.

UPDATE: The British Foreign Office closes its unit tracking potential international law breaches by Israel in Gaza, ending funding for the Conflict and Security Monitoring Project.

The British Foreign Office has terminated its unit responsible for monitoring potential international law violations by Israel in Gaza, resulting in the cessation of funding for the Conflict and Security Monitoring Project.

DEVELOPING: Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi to discuss proposal for talks with the United States, according to two Pakistani sources. The proposal is expected to be conveyed to U.S. officials.

Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi plans to discuss a proposal for talks with the United States, which will be conveyed to the U.S. side, according to two Pakistani sources.

BREAKING: EU chief Costa calls for the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, citing global necessity. The statement follows ongoing concerns regarding maritime transit through the critical waterway.

EU chief Costa stated that it is vital for the world that the Strait of Hormuz reopens immediately.