From rising tensions in West Asia to political flashpoints in Washington and seismic activity in Asia, tonight’s global roundup captures a world in flux. Anchored by Pankaj Mishra, this edition of World News tracks a possible diplomatic opening in the Strait of Hormuz, where Iran has reportedly proposed a phased de-escalation plan to the United States—potentially reopening one of the world’s most critical oil routes.
In the U.S., a major security scare unfolded around the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where authorities intercepted a suspect before an alleged attack, even as tensions flared between Donald Trump and the media over the handling of the incident.
Meanwhile, Iran’s diplomatic outreach intensifies, with Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi engaging in high-level talks with Vladimir Putin in Moscow—signalling a deeper strategic alignment amid shifting geopolitical equations.
And in Asia, a powerful earthquake struck Hokkaido, highlighting the region’s vulnerability along the Pacific Ring of Fire—though early warning systems helped avert major damage.
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