President Trump announced an imminent deal with Iran and celebrated the Strait of Hormuz being "completely open," despite conflicting reports from Iranian officials and Israeli pushback on ceasefire terms with Lebanon. He suggested a potential trip to Islamabad for final talks.
President Trump's public feud with Pope Leo XIV, the first American pontiff, has created an unprecedented moment in history, polarizing US Catholics and prompting the Pope to adopt a more combative stance after being criticized by Trump.
Iran's military reimposed "strict control" over the vital Strait of Hormuz, less than 24 hours after a brief reopening, stating the closure would persist until the US ends its blockade of Iranian ports. This action adds to uncertainty over access to the critical waterway.