US, Iran engaged in back-channel diplomacy via Pakistan, sources say. Current negotiations reportedly focus on the Strait of Hormuz and the nuclear program.

Taiwan tops agenda for Trump-Xi summit, sources say The planned meeting between the US and Chinese leaders will focus on the status of Taiwan, a perennial flashpoint in bilateral relations.

Taiwan is the top agenda item for the upcoming summit between US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to sources familiar with the planning.

Lebanon's president says Israel must fully implement a ceasefire before the two nations can enter into formal talks. The statement sets a condition for diplomatic engagement amid ongoing regional tensions.

The President of Lebanon stated that Israel is required to fully implement a ceasefire before any formal negotiations can commence.

Ukraine requests that Israel arrest the vessel PANORMITIS and its cargo, alleging the ship is transporting grain sourced from occupied Ukrainian territory. The vessel is reportedly heading to Haifa following a ship-to-ship transfer.

Ukraine’s Prosecutor General’s Office has requested that Israeli authorities arrest the vessel PANORMITIS and its cargo, alleging the ship is transporting grain sourced from occupied Ukrainian territory.

France’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises French nationals to temporarily leave Mali. The advisory follows reports regarding the security situation in the country.

The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued an advisory for French nationals to temporarily depart Mali.