Middle East Diplomacy: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan spoke by phone with Turkey’s Hakan Fidan, focusing on de-escalation and keeping the Gulf and Red Sea safe for navigation. Gulf Tensions: Iran’s new hardline security chief said the Strait of Hormuz won’t reopen until the U.S. ends its blockade and meets Tehran’s wider demands, keeping pressure on shipping routes. Red Sea Security: Houthis attacked a Yemen-linked cargo ship, killing four crew members and injuring others, in the latest strike amid renewed attacks on shipping. Domestic Terrorism Law: Barbados introduced a Domestic Terrorism Bill aimed at punishing public-violence acts that trigger panic, including bias-motivated and dangerous firearm conduct. U.S. Politics & Courts: A Nebraska case over allegedly fraudulent Lincoln petitions added details on five out-of-state suspects facing felony charges. Public Safety & Health: India’s health minister ordered face-based attendance for sanitation staff in government hospitals to boost cleanliness satisfaction. Weather Disruptions: A typhoon hit Japan’s Kanto region, while severe storm watches were issued for parts of Canada’s Okotoks area. Local Governance: Anna Maria, Florida reviewed a paid parking plan with permits and app-based payment to ease island congestion. Education & Leadership: Westminster College president Dr. Kathy Brittain Richardson announced retirement effective June 30, 2027.