Romania Government Shake-Up: President Nicușor Dan nominated Adrian Vestea as prime minister after Eugen Tomac withdrew, aiming to end the crisis and form a pro-Western majority; Vestea now needs Parliament’s confidence, while PNL leader Ilie Bolojan blasted the move as a “hostile act” without party consultation. US Politics & Oversight: A growing GOP pushback is challenging the White House on issues like Iran-related military authority and other funding fights, signaling Congress reasserting itself as a coequal branch. Gulf/India Tensions: India’s Congress party escalated criticism of Prime Minister Modi over the U.S. strike that killed three Indian sailors, demanding accountability and an apology after U.S. statements. Somaliland-Israel Breakthrough: Somaliland President Abdirahman Mohamed Abdullahi arrived in Israel to open a Jerusalem embassy, with talks planned with Israeli leaders amid Somalia’s backlash. State Revenue Pressure: Telangana’s Congress government is accelerating land monetisation and urban projects to plug fiscal gaps, including fast-tracking HILT. Constitutional Reform Demand (Ghana): Citizens’ Platform on Constitutional Reform urged a public roadmap with timelines for reviewing the 1992 Constitution. MARA Act Update (Malaysia): Cabinet approval clears the way to table amendments to the MARA Act 1966 in Parliament this year. Canada-Ireland Visit: PM Mark Carney returned “home” to Co Mayo for official engagements tied to his Irish roots. Higher Ed Pay Rollout (US): University of Louisiana at Lafayette apologized after a biweekly pay transition sparked anxiety, saying employees will still receive paychecks in August.