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President Trump said on Saturday he rejected Iran's latest cease-fire proposal, which would have reopened the Strait of Hormuz and resumed negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program in exchange for concessions from the United States. The rejection marks another turn in a cycle of proposals and counteroffers between the two countries, with Washington and Tehran still far apart on terms to end the standoff.

CNN's legal analysis examines the Trump administration's ban excluding certain media outlets from White House access, arguing that the president's legal position has changed dramatically. Commenters are weighing the constitutional stakes for press freedom, the prospects of court challenges, and what the move signals about the administration's relationship with the press corps.

The Pope, during a visit to the French shrine town of Lourdes, declared that 'medicine must never be servant of programmed death', a pointed comment on debates over euthanasia and assisted dying. The remark came in the context of the shrine's association with healing and pilgrimage, and it signals the Vatican's continued opposition to legalised ending of life on medical grounds.

Samsung is expected to more than double its production of HBM4 and HBM4E high-bandwidth memory DRAM next year, according to a report citing sources. The expansion targets surging demand for advanced memory used in AI accelerators, where Samsung competes with SK Hynix and Micron for supply deals with chip and data-center customers.

Bill Gates said creating a global framework for artificial intelligence would be more difficult than negotiating the nuclear limitations of the Cold War era. He suggested AI's rapid, widely distributed development makes coordinated international oversight far harder to achieve than the bilateral arms control agreements reached between the United States and the Soviet Union.

The Trump administration is intensifying efforts against the International Criminal Court, preparing new sanctions as part of a broader push to undermine the Hague-based tribunal. The move follows earlier sanctions imposed on court officials and escalates a long-running dispute over the ICC's investigations touching US allies and personnel.

A German court in Frankfurt has ruled that Meta is liable for fraudulent advertisements that ran on Facebook and Instagram. The decision means the company can be held responsible for scam ads appearing on its platforms, even when it did not place them itself. It is being seen as a significant test of platform accountability for third-party advertising content in Europe, and may influence similar cases against large social networks.

The United States and China have reached a major trade framework that reportedly cuts the US trade deficit with China in half. The announcement marks a significant step in easing tensions between the world's two largest economies. The exact terms of the agreement and how the deficit reduction will be achieved have not yet been detailed, and reactions from businesses and lawmakers are still coming in.

Dramatic footage has emerged showing the moment a Panama-flagged bulk carrier collided with a Chinese fishing vessel off the coast of Singapore. The video captures the impact between the two ships in one of the world's busiest shipping lanes. Details on casualties or damage have not been confirmed, and authorities are expected to investigate the cause of the collision.

US intelligence assesses that Saudi Arabia has not ruled out developing nuclear weapons, keeping open the possibility of a weapons program despite longstanding American nonproliferation efforts in the region. The assessment fuels renewed debate over Riyadh's nuclear ambitions and the wider risks of proliferation in the Middle East.

Republicans are reportedly pressuring Donald Trump to bring the US conflict with Iran to an end ahead of the November elections. According to Opera Mundi, members of the party want the war concluded before voters go to the polls, fearing a prolonged Middle East confrontation could hurt them electorally. The report comes amid the ongoing war involving the US, Israel and Iran.

US ambassador Mike Waltz says Washington offered to sell Iran uranium under an arrangement for a civilian nuclear programme, but that Tehran refused to agree to the terms. His comments come as international attention remains fixed on Iran's nuclear activities and the stalled diplomacy over its enrichment programme. The disclosure gives a rare glimpse into the substance of US proposals and Iran's objections.

The African Development Bank has announced a crisis response framework making up to $5.1 billion available to help African countries cope with energy and fertiliser price shocks. The facility is aimed at cushioning economies hit by supply disruptions and rising costs of fuel and agricultural inputs, supporting food security and energy access across the continent.

President Trump has dramatically expanded ICE's enforcement operations, and candidates in competitive congressional and state races are now struggling to craft a clear response. With immigration a defining issue heading into upcoming elections, battleground contenders are divided between appealing to voters concerned about border security and those alarmed by aggressive deportation tactics, leaving many campaigns searching for a message that resonates.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has called for the European Union to establish an emergency response framework for migration, arguing the bloc needs faster tools to handle sudden surges in arrivals. The proposal would give the EU standing mechanisms to coordinate border management and burden-sharing at short notice, and is likely to intensify debate among member states over migration policy.

Singapore has proposed a United Nations framework convention on artificial intelligence safety, according to the Straits Times. The proposal would create an international treaty framework aimed at coordinating how countries manage AI risks. The initiative reflects growing calls for global governance of advanced AI, with the UN seen as the natural venue for such an agreement.

Tigst Assefa's attempt at a world record at the Berlin Marathon was undone by cramps, while Guye Adola took the men's title in the German capital. The race, one of the world's fastest marathon courses, saw the Ethiopian star fall short of the mark despite her record-breaking pedigree, handing attention instead to Adola's victory.

US intelligence agencies have flagged a potential shift in Saudi Arabia's nuclear program, according to a report picked up by international media. The assessment suggests changes in the kingdom's nuclear activities or ambitions that warrant attention, amid ongoing debate over Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear plans and regional proliferation concerns. Details of the intelligence findings and their implications remain limited.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran will not yield to US coercion and denied that Tehran is seeking nuclear weapons, dismissing such claims as lies. The statement lands amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the United States over Iran's nuclear program, with observers weighing Tehran's defiance against continued American pressure and diplomatic uncertainty.

Mike Waltz says the United States offered to sell Iran uranium for use in a civilian nuclear programme. The claim points to a proposed arrangement under which Tehran would receive uranium for peaceful purposes, potentially as part of efforts to rein in its nuclear activities. The disclosure is drawing attention to the state of US-Iran nuclear diplomacy.

Israel has revoked diplomatic privileges for Dutch officials based in Ramallah, according to i24NEWS. The move affects the status of Netherlands' representatives working with the Palestinian Authority in the West Bank and marks an escalation in Israel's handling of foreign diplomatic presences there. Further details about the reasons behind the decision or the Dutch response were not immediately available.

A new comparison of twenty forecasts published over the past year examines when the global DRAM and NAND memory shortage might ease. The outlooks differ widely: AI-driven demand and limited wafer capacity have kept supply tight, while new fab construction and shifts in memory technology offer possible relief. There is no consensus on timing.

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar has revoked the credentials of Dutch diplomats operating in Ramallah, a move affecting the Netherlands' diplomatic presence in the Palestinian city. No further details have been reported on the number of diplomats involved or the reasons behind the decision, but the step is likely to strain relations between Israel and the Netherlands amid ongoing tensions over the war in Gaza.

Iran's foreign minister has outlined the country's position on US aggression, its nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz, according to reporting by Iranian outlet Tasnim. The remarks signal Tehran's official line on escalating tensions with Washington and the security of the strategic waterway, though no further details of his statements are available.

Sudan's paramilitary Rapid Support Forces are extracting transit fees from oil passing through Heglig, where pumping continues at around 26,000 barrels per day. The report underscores how control of key oil infrastructure in South Kordofan has become a revenue source for the RSF during Sudan's war, complicating Khartoum's finances and oil export arrangements.

Several US states are competing to become the site of a proposed US Space Academy, according to The Hill. The contest reflects growing state-level interest in securing federal space-related investment and jobs, as governors and officials lobby to position their states as hubs for the country's expanding space sector.