UK Media Policy: The UK government is consulting on new rules to boost the prominence of public service media news on social platforms like YouTube and Facebook, aiming to reduce disinformation and improve discoverability for young audiences. Middle East Diplomacy: Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif says US-Iran talks will move to nuclear, ballistic missile and frozen-asset issues within 60 days after a Switzerland MoU, while Iran rejects including missile talks and bars IAEA access to targeted sites. Regional Mediation: Qatar’s PM reiterates Doha’s support for US-Iran negotiations as a route to lasting stability, with Qatar continuing its mediator role. Humanitarian Crisis: Gaza ceasefire conditions remain dire, with reports of continued Israeli strikes, housing destruction, and severe shortages of clean water and aid access. International Justice: Niger formally leaves the International Criminal Court, accusing it of selective justice; withdrawal takes effect in 12 months. Cybersecurity & Innovation: The UAE Cybersecurity Council and partners complete the first AWS-backed startup accelerator cohort to scale “Made in UAE” cybersecurity firms. Public Health & Courts: Kenya’s health minister is found in contempt over a US-backed Ebola quarantine facility despite court orders halting construction. Governance & Security: South Korea sentences a former justice minister to 25 years over alleged involvement in a martial law bid. Local Conflict: In BARMM, a clan war over property tied to an estranged couple’s dowry leaves two dead.