US – Saudi Arabia: Tense talks between Trump and Salman as Washington considers reducing military presence in the Kingdom
Saudi Arabia’s initial refusal to support the United States in its operation in the Strait of Hormuz has caused a deep rift in relations, according to the Wall Street Journal. The report highlights a tense phone call between Trump and the Saudi crown prince, as well as signals from Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s recent Gulf visit
In Cyprus, discussions on the future of Gaza and plans for immediate relief efforts for the Palestinians
The Palestinian National Committee for the Administration of Gaza announced that it had concluded a two-day series of meetings with international experts and advisors -The focus was on the humanitarian crisis and the reconstruction of the region
US Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship in major blow to Trump
This is the second time this year that the Supreme Court has overturned a major Trump initiative; in February, it overturned his decision to impose sweeping tariffs worldwide