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Global tensions rise as Trump issues a severe ultimatum to Iran, while Artemis 2 sets space records and Ukraine proposes a partial energy ceasefire to Russia.

U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a national address on Wednesday evening to provide critical updates on the military campaign against Iran. Top U.S. officials suggest the conflict could conclude within two to three weeks, even without a formal agreement.

U.S. President Donald Trump stated the military campaign in Iran will conclude in 2-3 weeks, claiming the country's nuclear threat has been effectively neutralized. Administration officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, echoed that the conflict is nearing its finish line.

Pakistan is intensifying its diplomatic efforts to mediate between the US and Iran, aiming to stabilize the region and protect its own fragile economy.

Pope Leo XIV strongly condemns the civilian casualties of the US-Israel war in Iran, though he avoids directly naming President Trump or the attacking nations. Meanwhile, prominent cardinals and US Catholic voters are taking a much firmer stance against the military campaign.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has expressed concerns that US President Donald Trump may pressure Kyiv into territorial concessions to end the war with Russia, following unsuccessful talks in Miami.

US President Donald Trump has issued a stark ultimatum to Iran, threatening to obliterate its power plants, oil wells, and Kharg Island if an agreement is not reached and the Strait of Hormuz remains blocked.