Clash Report

Israel initially prepared a major wave of strikes on Iran, but after another call Trump warned Netanyahu, "Bibi, you better be careful, or you will be on your own very soon." Netanyahu ultimately agreed to stand down if Iran also stopped attacking. Source: Axios

Tirana's main boulevard was decked with Israeli flags ahead of "Israel Cultural Week". The display sparked instant backlash from Albanians angry over Gaza and Rama's perceived alignment with Israel — with threats to burn the flags. Authorities reportedly pulled them down within hours to defuse tensions.

Rep. Thomas Massie marked the 59th anniversary of Israel's 1967 attack on the USS Liberty with a House floor speech honoring survivors in attendance.

Massie cited former officials who disputed the "mistaken identity" explanation, called it possibly intentional, and pushed for a congressional investigation while survivors are still alive. Israel has long maintained the attack was accidental and compensated the US.

Albania's anti-corruption protests hit Day 9. Massive crowds filled central Tirana waving red Albanian flags and "Shqipëri e Re" (New Albania) banners. Protesters are demanding PM Edi Rama's resignation.

Bolivia is gripped by an indefinite general strike now in its 36th+ day.

La Paz and El Alto are under blockade siege, causing severe shortages of food, fuel, medicine and oxygen, with 7-10 deaths linked to the crisis. Triggered by Law 1720 (later repealed) and deepening economic woes, the strike is led by peasant unions with backing from Evo Morales-aligned groups. President Rodrigo Paz just signed a new "states of exception" law giving security forces stronger tools to clear blockades. But protesters are now demanding his resignation outright.

Reports indicate a large-scale Iranian drone attack on US bases in northern Iraq, with several drones reportedly intercepted by US air defense systems over Soran and Khalifan.

Albania’s PM Edi Rama on luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner: This is a bless for the country. It has never been a question if this will go ahead or not.

Somali referee Omar Artan has been denied entry to the United States, casting doubt over his participation at the 2026 World Cup. Artan, a FIFA referee since 2018 and CAF’s 2025 Men’s Referee of the Year, was among the 52 officials selected to officiate at the tournament.

Peru's runoff remains razor-tight.

With 94.3% of votes counted Roberto Sánchez leads with 50.041% versus Keiko Fujimori at 49.959%, a gap of about 14,400 votes. Still too close to call, with roughly 5.7% of actas pending or awaiting transmission. Winner becomes Peru's 9th president in 10 years.

WATCH: Hezbollah shows FPV drone strike on an Israeli Merkava tank near the historic Beaufort Castle (Qala'at al-Shaqif) in southern Lebanon.

Former 60 Minutes correspondent Scott Pelley became emotional as he reflected on his firing, saying he was blindsided by the decision and comparing the experience to losing a spouse.

Defending his decision to confront CBS leadership, Pelley said: "I felt that somebody had to stand up not just for the broadcast but for the people." He also argued that executives do not fully understand the risks journalists face, adding: "There are people in that room who go to war zones when they are pregnant."

Iranian missile impact recorded at Ramat David Airbase (northern Israel). The strike likely destroyed a warehouse/storage building.

Trump endorses Lindsey Graham.

A US Navy F/A-18 reportedly hit and disabled the Palau-flagged tanker M/T Marivex in the Gulf of Oman as it tried to run a US blockade toward an Iranian port. A missile hit the engine room. The 24-person crew, all Indian nationals, filmed and shared footage from the damaged vessel.

France and Germany have failed to break a months-long deadlock over their joint next-generation fighter jet program, the French presidency said Monday.

After discussions between French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz last week, both sides concluded the companies involved could not move the project forward. The Élysée said German authorities believed it was no longer possible to pressure the defense firms to reach an agreement.

Iran's Ghalibaf:

The choice is not between fighting and negotiating. Rather, we must fight when the time is right and negotiate when the time is right. This is how we can defeat the enemy and make real the idea that negotiations are a continuation of the struggle.

Iran's Ghalibaf:

The case of Lebanon demonstrated that diplomacy, alongside military action, can push back enemies. At one time, we prevent an attack on Beirut through threats of retaliation and by suspending negotiations; at another time, through military action.

Iran's Ghalibaf: We will turn the naval blockade into yet another defeat for the enemy.

Iran's Ghalibaf:

The goal of negotiations is to end the war and create lasting security, not to normalize relations with the United States. I assure the dear people that we will continue to defend the rights of the Iranian people with strength.

Iran's Ghalibaf:

The violation of the ceasefire and the naval blockade were the causes of the recent tensions. The military arena, the diplomatic arena, the arena of public participation, and the arena of serving the people are all interconnected parts of a single whole. Diplomacy does not hinder military operations, nor do military operations hinder diplomacy.