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US-Iran Brinkmanship: Diplomacy is heating up fast: Iran’s President Pezeshkian met Pakistan’s Mohsin Naqvi in Tehran as reports claim a US-Iran draft deal is in its final stage, with Naqvi’s second visit in a week and talk of another round in Islamabad after Hajj. Maritime Pressure: While talks run, the US keeps enforcing the blockade—Marines boarded and redirected an Iranian-flagged tanker in the Gulf of Oman, and CENTCOM says dozens of ships have been redirected for compliance. Hormuz Leverage: Iran is also tightening its grip on the Strait of Hormuz with checkpoints, inspections, and reported passage fees. Gaza Flotilla Fallout: Israel’s abuse footage of detained Gaza aid activists triggered global outrage, with Ben-Gvir’s video drawing condemnation from multiple governments, including the US. Regional Diplomacy: Erdoğan told Trump that Syria stability is key to regional peace, reaffirming Türkiye’s support for Damascus. Culture & Society: FIFA banned prerevolution Iran flags at the 2026 World Cup (enforcement unclear), while Saudi Arabia expands AI support for Hajj pilgrims.

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