Vice President JD Vance declared that the US will pursue a long-term nuclear agreement with Iran, even if Israel objects. Speaking to Fox News, Vance emphasized that Washington's top priority remains preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Iran and Israel have paused their direct military exchanges following a public demand from US President Donald Trump to stop shooting. While Netanyahu maintains the struggle is not over, Trump expresses optimism that a broader regional peace deal is imminent.

President Donald Trump has warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against escalating tensions, stating the US has not given a "green light" for striking Iran. Meanwhile, Tehran has temporarily suspended its military operations but warned of a harsh response to any new attacks.

An unprecedented bear sighting in Utsunomiya has forced the closure of 94 public schools after the animal wandered into urban districts. Police and licensed hunters have launched search operations while residents are strongly urged to remain indoors for safety.

The US military has disabled the Palau-flagged empty oil tanker Marivex in the Gulf of Oman after it repeatedly ignored instructions from American forces. A US Navy F/A-18 jet launched a precision strike on the ship’s steering space, halting its journey toward Iran.