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Iran's foreign minister says the country is 'fully prepared' for war, while insisting that diplomatic efforts to resolve tensions have not ended. The remarks, carried by international outlets including NBC News, pair a warning of military readiness with an olive branch, signaling Tehran wants to keep negotiations alive even as confrontation looms. Observers see the dual message as an attempt to deter adversaries without closing the door on a deal.

Meta has blocked Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva's Facebook page and his campaign advertisements, with the move coming roughly two weeks before Brazil's election. The suspension of a sitting head of state's official social media presence during a campaign period is drawing significant attention, with many questioning whether the block was an enforcement error, a policy decision, or something politically motivated at a sensitive moment in the race.

President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree immediately increasing the size of the Russian armed forces to 2,441,630 personnel, including 1,550,500 military personnel. The decree replaces all previous ones on army size and is described as the seventh expansion of Russia's military staffing since the start of the war in Ukraine. Commentators see it as a continuation of Russia's gradual force buildup.

Iran's foreign minister says the country is 'ready for diplomacy' and 'ready for war at the same time', signalling Tehran's dual-track stance amid heightening tensions. The full interview lays out Iran's position on negotiations while warning it will not back down if confronted, drawing wide international attention to the risk of further escalation.

Federal authorities have issued a security bulletin ahead of the anniversary of the September 11 attacks, warning that foreign terrorist organizations continue to call for or encourage attacks. The notice serves as a routine reminder to law enforcement and the public about the persistent threat environment surrounding the annual commemoration.

Japan is moving to tighten rules affecting foreign residents, throwing the futures of many into doubt, according to Al Jazeera. The reported shift signals a harder line on immigration in a country that has recently relied on foreign workers to offset its shrinking, ageing population. Commenters are debating what the change means for migrants' livelihoods and for Japan's economy.

British authorities are investigating whether a foreign state was involved in an alleged plot targeting a UK airbase. Several people arrested over the suspected scheme have been released without charge as the inquiry continues. Officials have not named the country or the airbase, and no charges have been brought while investigators examine the suspected state link.

MongoDB chief executive Dev Ittycheria Desai has resigned to lead Meta's enterprise platform efforts, according to Reuters. The move removes the top executive of a major database company at a time of intense competition for AI and cloud infrastructure talent, and it prompts questions about MongoDB's leadership succession and Meta's ambitions in enterprise software.

Chinese authorities have signalled fresh economic stimulus measures aimed at countering a worsening slowdown in the country's economy, according to Bloomberg. The announcement points to growing concern in Beijing over weak growth momentum, with the property sector among the key pressure points. Markets and analysts are watching for details on the scale and timing of any support package.

A U.S. appeals court has upheld the designation of AI company Anthropic as a supply chain risk, a ruling with implications for the firm's dealings with the U.S. government. The designation stems from Pentagon-related concerns over Anthropic's AI systems. The decision keeps in place a label that could restrict the company's access to federal contracts and programs.

The United States has imposed new sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court, a move analysts warn could undermine European sovereignty and the future of international justice. Commentators are debating how the measures will affect the Hague-based court's work and whether Europe will push back against Washington's pressure on an institution many EU states strongly support.

Fashion designer Bob Mackie has died at the age of 87. Mackie built a legendary career dressing some of the biggest names in entertainment, becoming known for glamorous, theatrical couture. News outlets are reporting the death, and tributes are expected from across the entertainment and fashion worlds for the designer long celebrated as a favorite of Hollywood's elite.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has directed the Defense Department to take action against foreigners who attempt to meddle in U.S. elections, according to a report by Axios. The move signals a harder line on foreign interference, though details of what authorities the military would use, and how it would differ from existing intelligence and law enforcement efforts, remain unclear.

University students are voicing frustration over ongoing staff strikes, with one saying the walkouts are 'not what we signed up for'. The industrial action is disrupting teaching and leaving students worried about their studies and tuition value. The remarks reflect a broader debate over how strikes affect those caught in the middle of disputes between university staff and employers.

GrapheneOS, the privacy-focused Android operating system long limited to Google Pixel devices, has selected the Motorola Signature 27 as its first officially supported phone made by another manufacturer. The move expands hardware choices for users seeking hardened security without buying a Pixel, and is drawing attention from security and open-source communities discussing what it means for the project's future and Motorola's software support.

A new cryptography paper describes forging 1024-bit RSA digital signatures in time close to what the Special Number Field Sieve factoring method would require, a result that undercuts the assumption that 1024-bit RSA keys remain safe for signatures. The work has drawn attention on Hacker News, where readers are debating how practical the attack is and whether long-lived systems still relying on 1024-bit RSA need to migrate sooner.

The US Defense Logistics Agency and the UK Ministry of Defence have signed a statement of intent to strengthen their strategic logistics partnership. The agreement is intended to expand cooperation on supply chain support and logistics capability between the two allied defence organisations.

Microsoft has introduced Quine, an AI research system built to handle the complexity of biology. The company says the system is designed to support scientific work in life sciences, where data is vast, interconnected and difficult to model with conventional tools. Details on capabilities and availability remain limited so far.

A foreign investor in Australia has been fined $508,000 over land banking, in an enforcement action reported by Smart Property Investment. The penalty relates to rules governing foreign ownership of residential land, with authorities targeting investors who hold land without developing it. The case highlights increased scrutiny of foreign buyers in the Australian property market.

A car tax sticker, or 'vignette automobile', is being discussed in France, with reports suggesting electric vehicles may soon face new taxes. TF1 Info reports that taxes are coming for electric cars, which have so far enjoyed exemptions as the country pushes drivers to switch away from petrol and diesel. Motorists are reacting to the prospect of losing a key financial advantage of going electric.

The NFL's Week 4 broadcast announcer assignments have been revealed, showing which commentary teams will call each game across the league's networks this weekend. Fans and analysts are reviewing the pairings, including who lands marquee matchups, as part of the usual weekly schedule release that shapes how audiences will experience each broadcast.

President Donald Trump and senior technology executives have signed a document described as 'morally binding' on artificial intelligence, according to Reuters. The unusual phrasing has drawn attention, as such commitments carry no legal force. Details of what the document obligates the signatories to do, and which companies took part, are being widely discussed and awaited.

A recall affecting Zapp's and Dirty Brand potato chips has been assigned the FDA's highest risk classification, meaning the agency considers the products potentially capable of causing serious health consequences. The announcement has drawn wide attention, with consumers checking whether bags they purchased are among the affected batches and awaiting further guidance on specific products and lot codes.