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.
A security scare at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner forced the evacuation of President Trump and the First Lady. One person was detained as authorities investigate a mysterious "loud bang."
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.