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Iran said it will revise the proposed memorandum of understanding with the United States after reviewing Washington's latest amendments. Tehran insists no deal is final without protecting Iranian rights, while negotiations continue over ending the conflict and securing mutually acceptable terms

Malaysia has begun enforcing a ban on social media accounts for children under 16, requiring platforms to verify users' ages and remove underage accounts. The move aims to improve online safety, though critics warn about privacy concerns and potential enforcement loopholes

Consul General of India in Shanghai, Pratik Mathur, inaugurated two curtain raiser events ahead of the 12th International Yoga Day, a yoga camp with East Asia’s largest blood donation programme and the East China Indian Community Badminton Competition.

India and Oman’s Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), signed in December 2025, comes into effect today, June 1, 2026. The deal expands opportunities in services and professional mobility, strengthening bilateral trade and economic ties.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf declared that Tehran will not approve any deal with the United States unless the rights of the Iranian people are secured, stressing mistrust in U.S. promises.

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced the capture of Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon, marking a major advance into the Beaufort Ridge and Wadi al-Saluki areas. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu hailed the operation as a historic and symbolic victory.

Indian mountaineer Shradha Gupta has successfully summited Mount Everest (8,849m), marking the pinnacle of her rapid rise in high-altitude climbing. In just three years, Gupta has progressed from recreational hiking in Dubai to conquering the world’s highest peak.

Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah sparked controversy in Parliament by claiming that Nepal has also encroached upon Indian territories, while discussing the long-standing border dispute over Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani.

Nepal Prime Minister Balendra Shah said both Nepal and India have encroached on each other's territories and called for a diplomatic resolution of border disputes. His remarks sparked criticism from opposition leaders and former diplomats in Nepal

Updated American Cancer Society guidelines for colorectal cancer screening add at-home stool tests and blood-based options alongside colonoscopy. Screening remains recommended from age 45 to 75, aiming to improve access, early detection, and prevention amid rising cases in younger adults

India and the United States will begin four-day negotiations from June 1 to finalise an interim trade agreement under the broader bilateral trade framework. Talks will focus on market access, tariffs, investment rules, and economic security alignment

India and Oman will implement their Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement from June 1, granting wider market access and boosting trade, services, and investments. The pact is expected to strengthen India's presence in the Gulf region while benefiting key export sectors

Indian and Canadian officials expressed confidence that negotiations on the proposed Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement could conclude this year. Discussions at a Regina summit highlighted renewed bilateral engagement, trade expansion goals, and efforts to reset ties after diplomatic tensions stalled talks

Heavy rains threaten to delay the search for two missing villagers in a flooded Laos cave. An international rescue team successfully saved five others trapped for over a week, but rising water levels are currently blocking divers from searching deeper chambers.

President Trump said the US is close to a nuclear deal with Iran, insisting Tehran must never obtain or purchase nuclear weapons. He warned military action remains possible, linking agreement success to reopening the Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing tensions

US CENTCOM disabled Gambia-flagged vessel M/V Lian Star with a Hellfire missile after ignoring warnings under Trump’s blockade. Five ships disabled, 116 redirected, costing Iran $4.8 billion in oil revenue. USS Spruance earlier intercepted Iranian cargo ship M/V Touska

Iran’s IRGC shot down US MQ-1 and MQ-9 drones, fired at a fighter jet, and vowed retaliation. The US launched self-defence strikes on Iranian sites, while explosions near Bandar Abbas intensified Strait of Hormuz tensions amid nuclear program concerns

Anastasia Potapova upset defending champion Coco Gauff in Paris, while Naomi Osaka advanced in style to face Aryna Sabalenka. Berrettini endured a five-hour battle as French Open drama unfolded across courts

Paris Saint-Germain retained their Champions League crown, defeating Arsenal 4-3 on penalties at Puskas Arena after a 1-1 draw. Gabriel Magalhaes missed the decisive kick, sealing PSG’s back-to-back triumph

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reassured Indo-Pacific allies of Washington's regional commitment while adopting a softer tone on China. He stressed preventing Chinese dominance in the region and joined AUKUS partners in announcing a new undersea drone development initiative

The United States has revoked the visa of a Xinhua employee in an apparent response to China's expulsion of New York Times correspondent Vivian Wang. The move marks a rare direct retaliation and highlights growing tensions over media access and press freedom

Israeli troops pushed deeper into southern Lebanon while Lebanese and Israeli military officials held rare direct talks at the Pentagon. The discussions focused on regional security and ceasefire implementation as hostilities, airstrikes and cross-border fighting continued across southern Lebanon

Iran has said no agreement has yet been finalised with the United States and that exchanges between the two sides are continuing. Tehran said its current priority is ending the war, while discussions on uranium enrichment have not yet begun

London-based singer-songwriter Samuel Smith, diagnosed with Parkinson’s, is using AI music tools to create demos after losing much of his guitar ability. His new album blends traditional musicianship with AI-assisted composition, highlighting both creative opportunities and industry concerns around generative AI