Trump talks about deal with Iran, but tensions and attacks continue
President Donald Trump claimed that the US and Iran have reached "major points of agreement" and that a deal to end the war could be close, but this was denied by Tehran, which called the statement propaganda.
Meanwhile, international leaders such as Ursula von der Leyen called for the launch of urgent negotiations, as the crisis has severely impacted global energy markets and oil and gas prices.
Despite signals of possible talks through mediators, military attacks continue in the region between Israel and Iran, keeping the situation very tense.
Von der Leyen urges US and Iran to resolve Hormuz crisis
Ursula von der Leyen called on the US and Iran to negotiate immediately to resolve the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the situation is critical for global energy supplies.
She stressed that the blockage of this key route, through which about 20% of the world's oil passes, is causing price increases and economic consequences worldwide.
Meanwhile, in parallel with the tensions, the EU and Australia signed a major trade agreement to strengthen economic cooperation and address global challenges.
Irish metals refinery is in supply chain feeding Russian war machine, data suggests
A refinery in Ireland is sending raw materials for aluminum to Russia, and these materials are suspected of ending up with companies producing weapons for the war in Ukraine.
Although this trade is legally permitted and does not violate sanctions, data shows that exports have increased significantly since the start of the war.
Experts warn that complex supply chains make it difficult to control where materials end up, creating the risk that they could be used for military purposes.
At least 66 dead after Colombian military plane crashes in southern Amazon
A Colombian military plane with 121 people on board crashed shortly after takeoff in the southern Amazon region, killing at least 66 people.
About 77 people were rescued injured, while authorities are still investigating the causes of the accident.
The president described the event as tragic and demanded responsibility, while ruling out the possibility that the crash was caused by an attack.
