President Trump expressed disappointment with NATO allies for their lack of support in the Iran war, threatening to punish non-participating countries, while George Clooney labeled Trump's "civilization will die" threat a war crime.
Courtney Williams, a former US military special operations employee, has been arrested and indicted by the FBI for allegedly providing classified information to a journalist investigating deaths and drugs at a US military base.
Oil prices rebounded after a significant drop, with Brent crude projected to exceed $100 if the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, leading to concerns about supply disruptions, increased fuel costs for drivers, and a shift in investor sentiment towards risk-on assets.
Israel launched its largest assault on Lebanon, killing 254 and wounding 837, casting doubt on the US-Iran ceasefire as the UK and Australia urge Lebanon's inclusion, while US Vice President JD Vance insists Lebanon was not part of the deal.
The Artemis II crew is returning to Earth with discoveries from their Moon mission, though NASA had warned of "no plan B" during the most dangerous phase, with astronauts tracking time on specialized Omega watches.
Despite the ceasefire, the Strait of Hormuz remains largely blocked, raising questions about when shipping will resume and prompting Japanese shipping companies like Mitsui OSK to scrutinize the truce details before allowing vessel crossings.