Iran issued a series of diplomatic statements on Monday, warning Ukraine of consequences over an alleged attack on an Iranian vessel, summoning France's ambassador over what it called interference in its internal affairs, and denying U.S. involvement in ongoing talks with Oman regarding the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States and Iran have halted military strikes against each other for a second straight day, raising cautious hopes that ongoing mediation efforts could revive negotiations over a fragile interim ceasefire agreement.

UN Secretary-General António Guterres has called for the immediate removal of all remaining sanctions on Syria, saying the country needs stronger international support to rebuild after more than a decade of war.

Iran announced on Sunday that it had advanced negotiations with Oman over managing the Strait of Hormuz, the vital maritime corridor for global oil and gas shipments.

In its meeting last night, the Iraqi Council of Ministers approved a series of strategic decisions in the energy, water, and education sectors.

Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi movement said it launched missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia on Saturday in retaliation for Saudi airstrikes on the Red Sea city of Hodeida, escalating tensions that threaten regional energy infrastructure and global shipping routes.