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Iran and US make progress on Hormuz despite Trump's explosive threats

JD Vance said 18 hours of talks in Switzerland had "laid a very good foundation" after both sides agreed a mechanism to keep the Strait of Hormuz open and maintain Lebanon's ceasefire, even as Trump threatened to hit Iran "only harder".

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13 killed and 66 injured in explosion at Qatar’s largest energy site, authorities confirm

Qatar Energy announced on Monday afternoon that a massive accidental explosion and blaze at the country’s main energy site at Ras Laffan the night before killed 13 people and injured 66, as workers tried to resume operations. Qatar says its LNG exports are not affected.

Three dead in France as record-breaking heatwave grips country

Three people have died in France as an exceptional heatwave pushes temperatures above 40°C across parts of the country, with authorities warning that the extreme conditions could persist for several days.

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UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer resigns as Andy Burnham announces candidacy

Starmer will continue as caretaker prime minister until a new Labour leader is elected, while Reform UK has demanded a general election.