US-Iran Escalation: Trump declared the US-Iran ceasefire “over” at NATO in Ankara, as CENTCOM hit 90+ Iranian targets and Iran retaliated, with shipping disruptions again raising Strait of Hormuz fears. Israel’s Next Steps: Reports say Israel is ready to resume strikes on Iran, pending Trump authorization, while Israel also moves to confiscate Palestinian land in the West Bank to expand settler roads. Regional Security & Terror: Syria says it arrested an ISIS-linked cell tied to Damascus bombings during Macron’s visit, underscoring how militant threats track high-profile diplomacy. US Domestic Politics & Aid: Rahm Emanuel warned Israel risks losing US support unless it changes policies on settlements and Gaza aid, reflecting widening political pressure in Washington. Energy Sovereignty in Africa: African leaders meeting in Lomé said the Middle East crisis exposed Africa’s dependence on external energy and called for early-warning systems and stronger energy sovereignty. Markets & Costs: Sterling rose as investors weighed energy-price moves from the Iran war; European stocks stayed subdued; and the IMF warned Middle East tensions could worsen global growth. Humanitarian/NGO Angle: A new AP-NORC poll finds deep divides among US Jews over Israel, including strained relationships and rising antisemitism concerns. Public Services & Governance: Germany’s Bundestag passed a controversial healthcare reform aimed at cutting costs, while Qatar Tourism highlighted resilience planning at an Economist Government Roundtable.