International

Mali’s Defense Minister Sadio Camara has died following a coordinated wave of attacks across the country. Rebels have seized the strategic city of Kidal as the military junta faces collapse.

Iran is successfully bypassing U.S. sanctions, with 4 million barrels already past monitoring zones. Despite the blockade, April exports are averaging 1.71 million bpd, roiling energy markets.

President Trump says Iran sent a vastly improved proposal just 10 minutes after he rejected their first draft. He has now moved to "telephone diplomacy," demanding an end to Iran's nuclear program.

The U.S. State Department appoints Tommy Pigott as spokesperson, placing him at the forefront of global diplomacy and media engagement.

Argentina has officially requested a return to bilateral talks with the UK over the Malvinas. The move follows reports that the U.S. may shift its neutral stance during the current global crisis.