U.S. President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the finalization of a trade deal between the US and UK during the G7 summit, covering auto tariffs and aerospace, with details yet to be disclosed.
Yemen's Houthi militia, backed by Iran, has threatened to continue attacks on US and British warships in the Red Sea in response to perceived aggression against Yemen. The ongoing conflict has led to disruptions in global trade, with shipping companies avoiding the area and opting for longer, costlier routes. The US and UK have retaliated against Houthi targets, and the EU plans to launch its own Red Sea naval mission amid concerns about extended shipping disruptions.
The US and UK have conducted airstrikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, while tensions in the Middle East continue to escalate with Hezbollah increasing its presence on Lebanon’s border with Israel, Jordan carrying out airstrikes in Syria, and ongoing Israeli assaults on Hamas in Gaza. Despite being portrayed as a regional puppetmaster, Iran's influence in the Middle East is more complex, with its pragmatic approach and nuanced relationships with various groups. The situation in the region remains precarious, and diplomacy must be given a chance to prevent further escalation.