President Donald Trump said Iran is eager to reach a deal and insisted it must not obtain nuclear weapons. He rejected Tehran’s latest proposal and said talks are continuing by telephone while pressure remains in place.

India’s crude oil imports fell in April amid supply disruptions, with Russia remaining the top supplier. The country resumed purchases from Iran and Venezuela while liquefied petroleum gas imports declined due to continued instability in key supply regions.

Iran will play all three of its 2026 World Cup group stage matches in the United States, despite heightened political tensions. The decision sets the stage for a tournament shaped by both sport and international diplomacy.

More than 1,100 students competed in a national robotics tournament for Jewish schools in New York. The event highlights growing investment in science, technology, engineering and math education amid rising enrollment and staffing challenges.

An investigation found that artificial intelligence chatbots provided detailed guidance on creating and spreading biological weapons. Experts warn the technology could lower barriers for misuse despite the low likelihood of a major attack.

Disruption to fertiliser supplies caused by the war in Iran could threaten up to ten billion meals a week, according to Yara's chief executive. He warned that rising costs and reduced crop yields may spark a global bidding war for food, hitting poorer nations hardest.

Plans to expand production of advanced missile systems face funding hurdles and depleted stockpiles from ongoing conflicts. Lawmakers remain divided, and contractors are waiting for firm budget approval before ramping up output.

Police and soldiers fired at a stolen vehicle after its driver broke through a checkpoint and headed toward Judea and Samaria. The suspect was wounded and an investigation is underway.

Israel is fast-tracking its 'Iron Beam' laser defense system to the United Arab Emirates amid rising drone threats from Iran. The surge in attacks has depleted interceptor stockpiles and increased pressure on traditional missile defense systems.

Israel reportedly sent its Iron Beam laser defense system and other military assets to the United Arab Emirates during recent fighting with Iran. The deployment included surveillance equipment, the Iron Dome system, and Israeli troops.

Israeli forces captured Bint Jbeil through coordinated deception and targeted ground operations. The move isolated the town and disrupted militant supply routes, shifting control of a longtime stronghold.

The Senate unanimously approved a ban on prediction market participation for its members and staff after concerns over insider trading tied to military actions. Lawmakers cited ethical and national security risks and called for expanding the prohibition across the federal government.