Middle East Ceasefire Deal: US President Donald Trump and Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian signed an interim peace memorandum aimed at ending the war, with the Strait of Hormuz set to reopen and sanctions relief tied to Iran steps on enriched uranium. US-India Diplomacy: Trump told PM Narendra Modi at the G7 that a US-India trade deal is “very close,” pledged US support if India is attacked, and praised skilled Indian workers as “very talented people.” Europe Energy Policy: Sweden’s parliament approved changes to simplify uranium mining and expand sites for nuclear power, following the repeal of the uranium ban earlier this year. Parliamentary Accountability: South Korea launched a 45-day probe into election ballot shortages after June local polls were disrupted, with lawmakers citing voting-rights concerns. Zimbabwe Constitutional Fight: Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Court rejected challenges to Amendment Bill No. 3, clearing the way for votes that could extend presidential terms, drawing divided reactions. Nigeria Security Push: Nigeria’s governors backed state police but insisted any move must be grounded in constitutional safeguards and rights protections. Serbia Press Freedom: Serbian journalist Veran Matic was assaulted outside parliament while filming, with media groups linking it to a broader campaign against journalists. Liberia Nationality Debate: A dual-citizenship advocate argued Liberia’s amended nationality law doesn’t violate the constitution, as constitutional reform talks gather pace. South Africa Jobs Saved: South Africa’s trade minister welcomed the withdrawal of Tongaat Hulett liquidation proceedings, citing protection for hundreds of thousands of jobs. India Domestic Security: India’s police tightened security for President Droupadi Murmu’s Madhya Pradesh visit and the NEET-UG exam, including anti-sabotage checks and social media monitoring. Zimbabwe Court Setback for Opponents: A separate report said war-veterans and other challengers lost in court, keeping the constitutional amendment process moving.