Donald Trump has stated that a visit by King Charles to the United States could help improve relations between the UK and the US. He described the King as "a fantastic man."

French and Japanese-owned ships have reportedly made their first crossings through the Strait of Hormuz since the conflict began. This marks a significant development for international shipping in the critical waterway.

An Iranian missile and drone barrage struck Kuwait International Airport, resulting in one fatality and dozens of injuries, prompting Kuwait to declare two Iranian diplomats persona non grata. Iran claimed the incident was due to a failed US missile, while Kuwait labeled it a 'heinous aggression'.

A US delegation is set to travel to Pakistan for a new round of negotiations with Iran, as Tehran maintains that a final deal is still distant and continues to assert its leverage over the Strait of Hormuz. Iran also claims to be replenishing missile launchers faster than before.

Iran-linked hackers have publicly claimed responsibility for breaching the personal email of FBI Director Kash Patel, publishing photographs, a resume, and other personal documents. A Justice Department official has confirmed the breach, which has been widely reported by international media, with the Handala hack team specifically claiming responsibility for the attack on Friday.

Air cargo prices are skyrocketing due to disruptions in key shipping lanes caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has forced many carriers to reroute their vessels, leading to longer transit times and increased operational costs, which are then passed on to consumers.

Labour leader Keir Starmer is facing accusations of losing control of his party and not taking the threat of antisemitism seriously enough, as headlines highlight 'terror on our streets' and 'UK antisemitism 'out of control'. This comes amidst broader scrutiny of his leadership and the party's direction.

The US Senate voted down measures seeking to block arms sales to Israel and to rein in President Trump's war powers regarding Iran, with most Democrats supporting the efforts to halt the arms sales.

Several vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz in recent days after reaching agreements with Iran. A Swedish shipping company, Stena Bulk, with ships in the Persian Gulf, remains cautious.