Monday Briefing Highlights

United States and Israeli officials are pushing for a comprehensive agreement to end the conflict in Gaza, proposing an 'all or nothing' deal that would require the release of all hostages and the disarmament of Hamas. However, Hamas has not received such a proposal and remains unwilling to disarm, making swift progress unlikely. Meanwhile, Lesotho's textile industry has been destabilized by recent tariff threats from the United States, resulting in factory closures and job losses. In Russia, new laws are tightening government control over the internet, with state-approved apps and expanded efforts to block access to foreign content. Other global news includes a volcanic eruption in Russia, a deadly migrant boat capsizing near Yemen, and ongoing investigations and policy shifts in countries such as Ukraine, India, and China. In arts and culture, the Catholic Church is embracing young influencers to reach new audiences, and Norway is working to modernize its historic lighthouses.