The White House has refuted US media claims regarding the imminent departures of Pete Hegseth, the White House Chief of Staff, and Mark Rubio, the Secretary of State. Reports suggested calls for Hegseth's replacement and a potential impeachment vote, while Rubio was rumoured to be preparing a presidential campaign.
Millions of football supporters in India and China face uncertainty over 2026 World Cup broadcasts, as rights deals remain unconfirmed weeks before the tournament. Negotiations between FIFA and broadcasters in both nations are reportedly stalled over costs, an unusual delay for an event of this magnitude.
Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has criticised the United States for pursuing military action in the Strait of Hormuz, alleging a preference for "reckless military adventure" over diplomatic solutions. This accusation follows mutual claims of attacks in the critical waterway, which has seen increased military activity and rising oil and gas prices since the US and Israel initiated strikes against Iran in February.
