Spy Powers Standoff: Congress failed to extend FISA Section 702 before Friday’s deadline, raising the odds of a rare lapse in U.S. foreign surveillance as Democrats demand Bill Pulte be withdrawn and a permanent DNI nominee be named. Iran Talks and Trump Moves: Trump called off new strikes on Iran after talks reached “the highest level,” while Iran’s parliament speaker warned against “wrong strategies” that could worsen the situation. South Africa Impeachment Fight: President Ramaphosa filed an urgent court bid to halt the start of an impeachment process tied to his “Farmgate” scandal. U.S. Supreme Court on Rajya Sabha: The Supreme Court dismissed Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan’s plea over rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination, pointing her to other legal routes. UK AI Education Push: Prime Minister Starmer vowed to roll out “AI tutors” for 450,000 children on free school meals, aiming to narrow attainment gaps. Moldova Governance Drive: President Maia Sandu urged citizens to learn about local public administration reform after a government information campaign. Virginia Internship Expansion: Gov. Spanberger signed a law creating a State Internship Coordinator to expand government internship opportunities. Japan Crypto Overhaul: Japan’s parliament passed a bill treating crypto as a financial instrument and cutting the top tax rate on gains to 20%. Cuba Economic Reforms: Cuba’s president announced new economic reforms to attract investment and involve Cubans abroad.