- The U.S. military is set to begin a blockade of the Strait of Hormuz after failed peace talks with Iran.
- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer confirms the U.K. will not join the U.S. blockade, focusing instead on diplomatic efforts to reopen the strait.
- French President Emmanuel M
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