US-Iran Peace MoU: The U.S. and Iran say they’ve digitally signed a memorandum of understanding to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with a formal Geneva signing expected June 19 and a 60-day negotiation window ahead; officials stress no immediate release of frozen assets, while key details—especially nuclear terms—remain unresolved. Hormuz Toll Dispute: Iran signals it may charge maritime service fees after an initial toll-free period, while Washington expects long-term toll-free transit, keeping a major flashpoint alive for shipping. Markets & Energy Shock: Wall Street rallied and oil slid as traders priced in easing Middle East risk, but analysts warn normalization could take months. G7 Focus Shift: Trump brings the deal to the G7 in France, saying he’ll now push for progress on Ukraine and Lebanon, even as allies remain cautious. Defense Tech Politics: Bernie Sanders urges Congress to strip a Pentagon provision expanding US-Israel defense technology integration, arguing it would elevate Israel beyond NATO peers. Turkey AI Strategy: Türkiye’s AI Action Plan 2026–2030 is framed as a strategic bid to shape the next digital order, not just a tech roadmap. Digital Health in the Region: Leica Biosystems expands its Aperio GT Elite digital pathology scanner availability across Europe, Middle East and Africa, targeting faster, AI-assisted lab workflows. Egypt Health Security: Egypt hosts Africa Health ExCon 2026 as Africa CDC warns of Ebola risks and calls for stronger local manufacturing and procurement. Egypt EV Manufacturing: ROX Motor and ESI launch ROX ESI Egypt to start local production of ROX REEV vehicles, aiming at export-ready new-energy manufacturing.