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MIDDLE EAST

U.S. and Iran trade new threats as regional pressure rises

Washington and Tehran have escalated their rhetoric as the wider regional conflict increases pressure around Gulf and Red Sea shipping routes.

UNITED NATIONS

World leaders return to the UN amid wars, energy pressure and AI anxiety

Nearly 130 heads of state are gathering in New York as wars, artificial intelligence and questions about the UN's relevance dominate the agenda.

UKRAINE

Zelenskyy says he and Trump will meet in New York

Ukraine's president says the meeting could become part of a broader diplomatic push around the war and security guarantees.

RUSSIA

New U.S. law expands sanctions pressure on Russia

The measure targets Russian officials, banks and a shadow tanker fleet while giving the president wider tariff authority tied to Russian energy purchases.

U.S.–CHINA

U.S. and China prepare for high-stakes state visit

Trade, rare earths, tariffs and artificial intelligence are expected to feature heavily in the next round of U.S.-China talks.

COURTS

Appeals court questions effort to dismantle three federal agencies

Judges pressed the administration over attempts to reduce three congressionally created agencies by cutting staff, grants and services.

ALLIANCES

Canada and France signal closer strategic ties

The two governments emphasized sovereignty, trade, energy and closer Canada-Europe cooperation.

WAR & SECURITY

Ukraine brings the drone war deeper into Russia

A large Ukrainian drone operation reached Moscow and other Russian regions, showing how long-range unmanned systems are changing the war.

AI POLICY

Washington debates how much AI risk companies should be required to control

The policy fight is shifting from whether AI carries major risks to who should be responsible for preventing them.

ELECTIONS

Missouri congressional-map fight remains active before the midterms

Courts and election officials are still dealing with the consequences of a disputed redistricting plan as ballot deadlines approach.

CONGRESS

House leaves Washington early with major disputes unresolved

Lawmakers left for the campaign trail while fights over war powers, oversight and other unfinished legislation remained open.

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