Daily brief
U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad ended without a deal after more than 21 hours of negotiations. U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance said Iran chose not to accept U.S. conditions, while Iranian officials accused Washington of shifting demands and making 'unlawful requests.' Iran's parliament speaker stated, 'We do not trust them.' No date for a second round has been set.
Hungary's Viktor Orbán, a longtime ally of Donald Trump, conceded defeat in the country's election after 16 years in power. The winner is political newcomer Peter Magyar, who had praised Trump. The election saw record turnout.
The UK said it will not join a potential US-led blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged both the US and Iran to 'find a way through' after the peace talks faltered.
President Donald Trump attended a UFC fight in Miami as the US-Iran talks collapsed, drawing contrast in media coverage.
The UK paused its plan to hand over the Chagos Islands after criticism from President Trump. (ongoing coverage)