US-Iran war ends with peace deal as Trump pursues diplomacy; global conflicts persist with school attacks surging 40% worldwide and Middle East tensions remain despite ceasefire efforts

Trump administration reaches preliminary agreement with Iran to end war, with foreign minister announcing nuclear talks and sanctions relief negotiations to begin Friday after formal deal signing in Switzerland

Israel denounces Trump-Iran deal and vows to continue fight against Hezbollah in Lebanon; Lebanese residents cautiously return home to assess damage as world leaders express guarded optimism about accord

Britain, France and allied nations prepare to deploy minesweepers and naval ships to Strait of Hormuz to clear mines and secure shipping once fighting concludes, addressing major maritime security concern

Global violent attacks on schools, students and staff surge 40% across 83 countries with at least 10,600 killed, injured, abducted or arrested, according to Global Coalition to Protect Education from Attack study

Investigation reveals global brands including Amazon and Sony may have sourced coltan mineral from M23 rebel-controlled supply chains in Democratic Republic of Congo, funding groups accused of atrocities

Pakistan claims role in US-Iran mediation efforts to avert wider regional conflict; Pakistan and China welcome Iran-US understanding and call for continued diplomatic engagement

Russian military strikes damage UNESCO-protected Kyiv Pechersk Lavra historic monastery in Ukraine, drawing international condemnation as conflict continues in Eastern Europe

Canada eliminates human rights watchdog that investigates alleged violations by Canadian companies operating abroad, with Finance Minister Mark Carney citing lack of effectiveness since 2019 establishment

Toronto police link dozens of shootings to sophisticated gun-for-hire network recruiting young adults and teens through apps like Telegram for coordinated attacks across city

Britain announces sweeping social media ban for children under 16, representing stricter approach than other governments targeting platforms designed to maximize youth engagement and screen time