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President Donald Trump stated that the ceasefire agreement with Iran remains intact despite a recent exchange of fire between US and Iranian forces in the Strait of Hormuz. The incident has drawn international attention, with Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accusing the United States of engaging in a “reckless military adventure.” Araghchi claimed that the US launches attacks whenever a diplomatic solution appears within reach. According to The Washington Post, Washington continues to hope for a “serious offer” from Tehran to advance the peace process. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, attending NATO meetings in Rome, echoed this sentiment while acknowledging that President Trump’s verbal criticisms of Iran may persist. ...

The Nasdaq Composite index breaks through 25,000 for the first time, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones also surging, driven by AI chips and tech sector strength.

Japan’s Nikkei 225 index closed above 60,000 points for the first time on Monday, marking a historic milestone for Japanese capital markets.