President Trump ordered a five‑day halt to planned strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure following two days of “productive” talks with Tehran, temporarily defusing a standoff that began with a 48‑hour ultimatum to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and had sparked fears of a wider regional conflict.
Iran has condemned the Israeli foreign minister’s visit to Somaliland as an illegal entry into Somali territory, warning it undermines Somalia’s sovereignty and urging wider international opposition.
An Ethiopian parliamentary delegation led by Speaker Tagese Chaffo visited Tehran, held talks with senior Iranian officials, and toured a defense industry exhibition, signaling closer political and parliamentary engagement.
Australia has added Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) to its list of terrorist organizations, following intelligence linking the IRGC to attacks targeting the Jewish community in Sydney and Melbourne. The move comes after diplomatic tensions, including the expulsion of Iran’s ambassador and suspension of Australia’s Tehran embassy, amid Tehran’s denial of involvement.