US–Iran Diplomacy: US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran FM Abbas Araghchi were set for Switzerland talks to turn a 14-point interim pact into a lasting deal, but Israel’s strikes in Lebanon and a Lebanon ceasefire test have thrown timing into doubt. Regional Security: Lebanon’s ceasefire was reported after exchanges of fire, yet air and drone attacks killed people in the south, keeping negotiations fragile. Human Rights: Iran sentenced a lawyer and suspended students tied to digital media activity, while rights groups warn of serious health risks for jailed prisoners. Medical Tech: Iran says its deep brain stimulation system for Parkinson’s is nearing human trials, targeting the Iranian year 1406 (2027–28). Energy & Industry: Malaysia and Turkmenistan reaffirmed energy cooperation as Petronas marked 30 years in Turkmenistan with new upstream agreements. Digital Economy: Türkiye approved a Turkic-states digital economy pact to boost cross-border e-trade and tech cooperation. Business & Travel: Saudi Arabia welcomed a record 122.9M tourists in 2025, supporting Vision 2030 growth. Aviation: flydubai won a connectivity award for the third time. Health Manufacturing: Lubrizol and Polyhose opened an advanced medical tubing plant in Chennai. Climate & Waste: Türkiye and the UK are building a “zero waste” bridge ahead of COP31.