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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that peace in the Middle East is impossible without an end to US military intervention. The call, which highlighted deep divisions over Iran's nuclear program and regional activities, comes amid fresh US sanctions and rising tensions.
IAEA Director Rafael Grossi affirmed that nuclear inspectors will enter Iran, while Tehran says the issue will only be resolved in the context of a final deal with the U.S. A recent MoU opens the door for 60 days of negotiations between the two sides.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared that the recent war has completely shattered the image of US dominance in the world. He made the remarks during a parliamentary session, linking the collapse of US hegemony to recent military developments in the Middle East.
The memorandum of understanding between Iran and the US has weathered its early turbulent days, promising a path toward ending the nearly four-month conflict. Despite the deal allowing Iran to access frozen funds for humanitarian goods and resume oil exports, Iranians remain skeptical as high inflation and a cyberattack continue to strain daily life. Hardliners domestically protest the agreement, while the government maintains it negotiates from strength.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf declared the Islamabad Memorandum of Understanding a declaration of US strategic defeat, highlighting successful multilateral talks within Eurasian cooperation. He argued the agreement shows a power shift and reduced regional dependence on Washington.
China's LineShine supercomputer has overtaken the US's El Capitan to claim the No. 1 spot on the TOP500 list, marking China's first top ranking since 2017. LineShine achieves 2.198 exaflops, outperforming El Capitan by 20%, and is unique in relying solely on CPUs rather than GPUs. The race between the US and China continues to intensify amid sanctions, while experts note the TOP500 list's declining relevance in the AI era.
A former US Marine reservist and seven others received decades-long prison sentences for opening fire at an immigration detention center protest in Texas, injuring a police officer. Prosecutors linked the group to antifa, but defense attorneys denied any affiliation. The case has sparked debate over protest rights and terrorism charges.
The U.S. government has eased restrictions to allow Iran's soccer team to enter the country two days early for its final World Cup group match against Egypt, though they must still leave immediately after the game. The decision comes amid reduced tensions and criticism from Iranian officials and human rights activists.
Three states hold primaries on Tuesday, with the spotlight on a House race in Utah, a redistricting battle in Maryland, and a runoff for South Carolina governor. Utah's new map creates a rare Democratic-leaning district, while Maryland's Senate president faces backlash for refusing to gerrymander. New York's race to succeed retiring congressman Jerry Nadler features a crowded field including a Kennedy descendant.
