UK Politics: Andy Burnham became Britain’s new prime minister after Keir Starmer’s exit, immediately reshuffling cabinet and sacking senior figures including Rachel Reeves and David Lammy, while naming John Healey chancellor and Yvette Cooper health secretary—setting up a fresh fight over cost of living, defense spending, and government stability. US-Iran & Diplomacy: As strikes intensify, Rubio and other officials keep a door open to diplomacy, but warnings grow that the war risk is spiraling faster than talks can cool it. US-Cuba Tensions: A new State Department report accuses Cuba of infiltrating top US government levels and backing left-wing movements; Havana rejects the claims as part of a broader US pressure campaign. Tech & Government: The DOJ reversed course on TikTok, allowing federal employees to download it on government devices after a new US-focused ownership structure—an abrupt shift from the 2022 ban. Global Governance & Security: A top US diplomat told the UN that parts of Haiti have become “kill zones” for gangs, describing brutal incidents from a recent visit. South Asia Water Politics: India says it wants to speed up Chenab hydropower projects and renegotiate the Indus Waters Treaty, arguing it can’t resume in its current form without Pakistan ending terrorism support. Māori & Planning Reform (NZ): New Zealand’s government will scrap Mana Whakahono ā Rohe deals in the transition to the Resource Management Act replacement, drawing sharp criticism that it marginalizes Māori voices. UK Economy/Industry: Vertical Aerospace says it’s in advanced talks for additional UK government funding to anchor its first full-scale factory for electric air taxis. Protest & Public Order (India): Thousands marched in New Delhi against the Cockroach Janta Party, defying police orders amid anger over education and unemployment.