Trump warns civilization at risk as Iran deadline nears
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- President Trump warns Iran that "a whole civilization will die tonight" as his 8 p.m. EDT deadline for a deal and reopening the Strait of Hormuz nears.
- JD Vance visits Hungary to boost Viktor Orbán's re-election campaign, a move noted by NYT World, BBC World, AP News, and Responsible Statecraft, with BBC and Responsible Statecraft highlighting his criticism of the EU.
- India Today World reports on a separate controversy regarding the Trump administration's New York hotel pact with Pakistan, suggesting a "shady deal."
Why it matters: The Strait of Hormuz faces a potential shutdown by Iran, impacting global oil shipments by Trump's 8 p.m. EDT deadline.
