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Saudi Arabia says east-west pipeline, energy facilities restored after attacks

Saudi Arabia says east-west pipeline, energy facilities restored after attacks

Before Tuesday's start of a fragile, two-week truce between Iran and the United States, the Islamic republic had targeted critical energy infrastructure belonging to its oil-rich neighbors

Asia
US, Iran talks extend into second day as strait showdown deepens

US, Iran talks extend into second day as strait showdown deepens

Trump says 'deep negotiations' are underway but claims the US has already 'won', while a Pakistani official says talks are progressing in the 'right direction'

Europe
UK to shelve Chagos handover after Trump criticism

UK to shelve Chagos handover after Trump criticism

London shelves Mauritius deal pending US support, with Diego Garcia base central to dispute

Middle East
Lebanon’s PM postpones US visit amid escalating regional tensions

Lebanon’s PM postpones US visit amid escalating regional tensions

Situation remains volatile as cross-border strikes between Israel and Hezbollah continue

North America
Pakistan says hopes Iran, US will 'engage constructively' after Vance arrival

Pakistan says hopes Iran, US will 'engage constructively' after Vance arrival

US delegation also includes Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, as Pakistan PM says negotiations are not 'easy' but hopes for a solution