Hormuz remains blocked, US-Iran tensions rise
The strategic Strait of Hormuz remained closed, amid the ongoing standoff between Iran and the US.
Iranian authorities signaled that a peace agreement still remains distant, despite some progress in negotiations.
Mediation efforts followed high-level talks in Pakistan that failed to produce a concrete agreement. Tehran said it would not reopen the key trade route until the US lifted its blockade of Iranian ports.
European Commission clears way for funds: Agreement with new Hungarian government
The European Commission has agreed to cooperate with Hungary's next government to unblock frozen European funds.
The new Prime Minister, Péter Magyar, announced that there had been progress after talks held over the weekend. A high-level delegation from Brussels travelled to Budapest for two days of intensive negotiations.
The talks aim to unlock billions of euros before the deadline that ends in August.
Pedro Sánchez challenges the global right at a summit in Barcelona
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez gathered international leaders in Barcelona for a two-day summit called the "progressive CPAC".
In his speech, he warned of a "reactionary wave" that he said was fueling division and conflict. Without directly mentioning Donald Trump, he criticized the rhetoric of the far right.
Sánchez declared that this political period is coming to an end, despite the noise and disinformation.
Donald Trump eases rules for psychedelic drug research
US President Donald Trump announced the easing of restrictions on research into psychedelic drugs, such as "magic mushrooms." The decision is intended to help studies into treating mental health problems.
In the presence of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and other public figures like Joe Rogan, he signed an executive order to expedite research processes.
The order provides for the reduction of bureaucracy and the improvement of data exchange between institutions.
The decision is expected to pave the way for new developments in mental health treatment.
