US and Iran Reach Agreement to End Military Conflict; Strait of Hormuz to Reopen
President Trump announced a cease-fire agreement with Iran, including the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and removal of certain sanctions. Iran has not formally confirmed the deal, and hardliners within Iran have publicly opposed its terms.President Trump announced Sunday that the United States and Iran had reached an agreement to end their military conflict, posting the announcement to Truth Social. The deal, as described, includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping, a waiver on oil sanctions, limits on Iran's nuclear activity, and the release of Iranian assets. Trump ordered a stop to the US naval blockade as part of the agreement, with a formal signing expected Friday in Switzerland.
Iran's state broadcaster framed the outcome as a victory, declaring that the United States had been forced to accept an end to the war. However, Iran had not issued an official government confirmation of the deal as of Sunday, and accounts of its exact terms differed between US and Iranian officials. Iranian hardliners publicly rejected the agreement, arguing it does not guarantee adequate sanctions relief, compensation, or Iranian control of the Strait of Hormuz.
The announcement came as Israel conducted airstrikes in Beirut, which Trump publicly said should not have happened, warning such actions threatened the emerging deal. Both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy spoke with Trump by phone Sunday; Trump informed Putin that the US was nearing resolution with Iran.
Financial markets responded immediately. Oil prices fell and US stock futures rose Sunday evening on expectations that more energy would flow through the Strait of Hormuz, a waterway critical to global oil supplies. The Strait had been disrupted throughout the conflict, contributing to elevated energy prices worldwide. Full details of the agreement, including the timeline for the Strait's reopening to all traffic, were not immediately available.
British Forces Board Russian-Linked Sanctioned Oil Tanker in English Channel
Royal Marine commandos and National Crime Agency officers boarded a sanctioned oil tanker in the English Channel in what the UK Defense Ministry described as the first UK-led operation of its kind, as part of ongoing enforcement against Russia's shadow fleet.British Royal Marine commandos rappelled from helicopters onto a sanctioned oil tanker, the Smyrtos, in the English Channel in the early hours of Sunday morning. Officers from the National Crime Agency joined the marines in the six-hour operation. The UK Defense Ministry described it as the first time British forces had acted alone to intercept a vessel from Russia's shadow fleet.
Russia's shadow fleet refers to a collection of vessels used to transport Russian oil in ways that circumvent international sanctions imposed following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The boarding came as part of a broader international effort to enforce those sanctions, which have previously been carried out in cooperation with other nations.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy publicly thanked the UK for the operation. The tanker is now being investigated. The action occurred on the same day that both Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin each held separate phone calls with US President Trump, during which Trump indicated a willingness to help end the war in Ukraine.
Germany Commits to Becoming Europe's Largest Conventional Military Force Within NATO
Germany has pledged to build the largest conventional army in Europe within the NATO alliance, with its ambassador stating Berlin is prepared to take on a greater defense role, responding to sustained pressure from the US.Germany has announced a commitment to develop the largest conventional military force in Europe within the NATO alliance. Germany's ambassador stated that Berlin is ready to assume a greater defense role on the continent. The pledge represents a significant shift in German defense posture and comes in the context of sustained pressure from the United States for European NATO members to increase their defense spending and self-reliance. Germany has been accelerating military investment since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, having previously maintained comparatively modest armed forces for decades following World War II.
G7 Summit Opens Amid Deep Divisions Among Member Nations
The G7 summit began Monday in France, with the gathering overshadowed by tensions among member nations and uncertainty over US positions on trade, alliances, and the Iran conflict.The Group of Seven summit opened Monday near Evian, France, with the meeting taking place under unusual strain. What was originally planned as a forum for coordinated discussion on economic and security issues has been complicated by significant disagreements among member countries, particularly over trade policy, NATO commitments, and the recently announced US-Iran ceasefire agreement. Protests ahead of the summit in Geneva resulted in Swiss police using water cannon and tear gas to disperse demonstrators. The summit is expected to include discussions on Ukraine, with President Zelenskyy scheduled to meet with President Trump on Tuesday.
Swiss Voters Reject Proposal to Cap Country's Population at 10 Million
Swiss voters rejected a referendum proposal to cap the country's population at 10 million, with approximately 54.8% voting against the measure and 45.2% in favor. Turnout was 58.86%.Swiss voters rejected a referendum Sunday that would have capped the country's population at 10 million, a proposal put forward by the Swiss People's Party. Final results showed approximately 54.8% voting against the measure and 45.2% in favor, with turnout at 58.86%. The initiative was framed around concerns over housing affordability, infrastructure pressure, and sustainability following significant population growth — Switzerland's resident population has grown by more than a quarter since 2000, driven largely by immigration. Critics argued the measure would have required drastic reductions in immigration and created significant legal and economic complications, including with Switzerland's bilateral agreements with the European Union. The outcome continues a pattern in which Swiss voters have rejected the most restrictive immigration proposals advanced by the Swiss People's Party, though the party's influence on the country's migration debate remains significant.
Iran Ceasefire Agreement and Ukraine Peace Talks to Dominate Trump's G7 Appearance
The US-Iran ceasefire announcement and ongoing Ukraine negotiations have reshaped the agenda for the G7 summit, where Trump is expected to meet Zelenskyy Tuesday. Trump publicly criticized an Israeli strike in Beirut as threatening the Iran agreement.The G7 summit, which opened Monday in France, now centers largely on the newly announced US-Iran ceasefire after months of military conflict that disrupted global energy markets and reshaped the Middle East. Trump is expected to meet with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on Tuesday to discuss ongoing peace efforts with Russia, which Zelenskyy indicated would continue at the summit. Separately, Trump publicly stated that an Israeli airstrike on Beirut carried out Sunday should not have happened, saying it threatened the emerging Iran agreement. The Strait of Hormuz reopening, included in the ceasefire terms, is among the most significant economic elements of the deal given the waterway's role in global oil flows. Full details of the agreement remain incomplete, with a formal signing expected Friday in Switzerland.
Renewable Energy Groups Sue Over Pentagon Halt on Wind Farm Reviews
More than 100 planned wind farms across 21 states are stalled after the Pentagon suspended routine military airspace reviews, and renewable energy groups have filed suit to restart the process.Renewable energy industry groups have filed a lawsuit seeking to end what they describe as a complete halt by the Pentagon on military reviews required for wind farm development. These reviews assess whether planned wind turbines would interfere with military radar and airspace, and have historically been a routine step in the permitting process. The suspension has placed more than 100 planned wind energy projects in 21 states in indefinite limbo, affecting both development timelines and investment. The legal challenge argues the halt exceeds the Pentagon's authority and is causing significant economic harm to the sector.
Supreme Court Has 23 Unresolved Cases This Term, Including Key Immigration and Executive Power Questions
The Supreme Court has 23 cases yet to be decided this term, including challenges to immigration enforcement orders, presidential firing authority, and gun rights — with rulings expected in the coming weeks.The Supreme Court has 23 cases remaining to be decided before the end of its current term, covering a range of issues with direct implications for federal policy. Among the pending decisions are challenges to immigration enforcement actions taken during the current administration, questions about the scope of presidential authority to dismiss executive branch officials, and cases touching on gun rights. The Court typically concludes its term by late June or early July. The outcomes of several cases are expected to clarify the legal limits of executive power, a question that has been contested across multiple areas of federal policy.
Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell Hospitalized
Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, 84, was admitted to a hospital Sunday. His office said he is receiving excellent care but did not disclose the reason for the hospitalization.Former Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, the Kentucky Republican who served as the longest-serving Senate party leader in US history, was hospitalized Sunday. A spokesperson for McConnell said he was admitted to a hospital and is receiving excellent care, without disclosing the nature of the health issue. McConnell, who is 84, retired from Senate leadership in 2024 after more than three decades in the chamber.
Ebola Outbreak in Congo Reaches 782 Cases and 181 Deaths as Treatment Trials Begin
Congo's Ebola outbreak has grown to 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths, authorities said Sunday. Scientists have begun clinical trials of several experimental treatments against the Bundibugyo strain causing the outbreak.The Congolese Ministry of Health reported Sunday that the current Ebola outbreak in eastern Congo has reached 782 confirmed cases and 181 deaths. The outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of the Ebola virus, which differs from the better-known Zaire strain and for which existing treatments have shown limited effectiveness. Researchers have begun clinical trials on several drugs that have shown early promise against this strain, with the goal of identifying effective therapies as the outbreak continues to spread. The outbreak began approximately one month ago and remains concentrated in eastern Congo, though health officials are monitoring its trajectory closely given the pace of case growth.
New Embryo Gene-Editing Technique Divides Scientists and Ethicists
Advances in base editing of human embryos are prompting disagreement among fertility specialists, biotechnology companies, and ethicists over whether the technology should be used to eliminate inherited diseases and where boundaries should be drawn.A newer approach to editing human embryo DNA, known as base editing, has advanced enough to prompt serious debate among fertility specialists, biotech companies, and bioethicists. Base editing allows precise changes to individual DNA letters without cutting the genome, which proponents argue is safer and more targeted than earlier gene-editing methods. Supporters say the technology offers a path to eliminating inherited genetic diseases before birth. Critics argue that without clear regulatory boundaries, the same tools could be applied to non-medical traits, raising concerns about enhancement and equity. No consensus has emerged among the scientific or policy communities on how and whether clinical applications should proceed.
Nara Organics Recalls Baby Formula After Infant Botulism Cases Reported Across Multiple States
Nara Organics recalled its organic baby formula, sold at Target stores and online nationwide, after federal authorities linked it to a multistate outbreak of infant botulism.Nara Organics issued a recall Saturday of its organic baby formula following a multistate outbreak of infant botulism. The product was sold nationally at Target stores and through online retailers. Federal health authorities identified the formula as linked to the cases. Infant botulism is a rare but serious illness caused by ingestion of Clostridium botulinum spores, which produce a toxin affecting the nervous system and can be life-threatening in newborns. Parents who have purchased Nara Organics baby formula are advised to stop using the product and consult a healthcare provider if their infant shows signs of illness.
SpaceX Goes Public in Record IPO; Musk's Net Worth Crosses $1 Trillion
SpaceX shares rose 20% on their first day of public trading, making it the largest IPO on record and pushing Elon Musk's net worth above $1 trillion. The listing is expected to influence upcoming public offerings from OpenAI and Anthropic.SpaceX completed its initial public offering last week, with shares rising 20% on the first day of trading in what became the largest IPO in market history. The debut significantly increased Elon Musk's net worth, pushing it above $1 trillion — a first for any individual. Musk has said he originally gave SpaceX less than a 10% chance of success when he founded the company.
The offering is expected to have ripple effects across the technology sector. Both OpenAI and Anthropic, two major artificial intelligence companies, have signaled intentions to go public this year, and strong investor appetite for SpaceX is seen as a positive signal for those offerings. Analysts noted that the IPO reflects sustained investor demand for large-scale technology and infrastructure companies despite broader market uncertainty.
Philippines Earthquake Raised Seabed by Up to Two Meters, Exposing Coral and Damaging Marine Life
A powerful earthquake that killed at least 61 people in the Philippines this week also raised the seabed by as much as two meters in some areas, exposing coral reefs and causing significant harm to marine ecosystems along affected coastlines.A major earthquake that struck the Philippines this week, killing at least 61 people, also produced substantial geological changes along affected coastlines. The country's environmental authorities reported that coastal uplift from the quake raised the seabed by as much as two meters in some locations. Residents described shorelines extending outward by up to 200 meters in places. The uplift exposed coral reefs that had previously been underwater, killing the coral and disrupting the marine habitats they support. The combination of the earthquake's direct human toll and its environmental impact makes this one of the more significant natural events to affect the Philippines in recent years.
Lewis Hamilton Wins Spanish Grand Prix for Ferrari, His 106th Career Victory
Lewis Hamilton won the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona driving for Ferrari, his 106th Formula 1 victory and his first win since joining the team.Lewis Hamilton won the Spanish Grand Prix at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona on Sunday, delivering Ferrari its first victory with him as a driver. The win was Hamilton's 106th career Formula 1 victory. The seven-time world champion, now 41, said after the race that he had doubted his ability to win again at this stage of his career. The result ends a drought for both Hamilton and Ferrari in what was described as a flawless drive.
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12 People Killed When Skydiving Plane Crashes in Missouri
A pilot and 11 skydiving passengers were killed Sunday when their plane crashed and caught fire shortly after takeoff from Butler Memorial Airport in Missouri. Some victims' family members witnessed the crash.Twelve people, including the pilot and 11 passengers on a skydiving outing, were killed Sunday when their plane crashed and caught fire near Butler, Missouri. The aircraft departed Butler Memorial Airport around 11:30 a.m. but failed to gain altitude and went down near Business 49 Highway. Bates County Sheriff Chad Anderson said some family members of those aboard were present and witnessed the crash. The cause of the accident is under investigation by federal aviation authorities.