Regional officials

Mediators report progress in diplomatic efforts to halt a potential war between the U.S. and Iran. Both nations have observed a three-day pause in attacks, offering a respite after weeks of bombardments that raised fears of renewed large-scale conflict.

Mediators report progress in diplomatic efforts to halt an Iran war, according to two regional officials. The U.S. and Iran have not carried out attacks for three consecutive days, marking a pause after weeks of bombardments that raised fears of renewed large-scale conflict.

Russian missile strikes on Chuhuiv in Kharkiv region killed three people and injured three others. Emergency crews are addressing damage to eight apartment buildings and over ten private homes.

A potential U.S.-Iran deal may involve Iran committing not to pursue nuclear weapons and relinquishing its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, as reported by regional officials. The agreement comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced progress in negotiations.

A fire at Russia's Sheskharis oil terminal in Novorossiysk was blamed on 'fallen drone debris' by regional officials. Emergency services responded to the blaze, which damaged technical and administrative buildings, with Ukrainian media confirming the facility's significance as a major oil-loading site in southern Russia.