Russia denies US claims that China carried out a secret nuclear test as Washington pushes Beijing to join a new arms control pact amid rising nuclear tensions.

Iran’s president insists its nuclear program is peaceful and open to verification as indirect Iran‑US talks continue amid rising regional tensions.

Thailand meets Myanmar’s post‑election leadership to push ASEAN engagement as Bangkok positions itself as a bridge despite widespread criticism of the vote.

Zelenskiy accuses Russia of stalling tense Geneva talks as Trump urges Ukraine to move quickly while both sides remain divided ahead of the war’s anniversary.

Hamas urges Trump’s new peace board to take concrete steps to end Israeli actions in Gaza and fully reopen crossings as it warns that suffering continues.

Iran and the US reported constructive progress in Oman‑mediated talks as both move toward drafting a deal while military tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz.