Haj Coordination: Malaysia’s Home Minister Saifuddin Nasution praised Saudi Arabia’s preparations for this year’s Haj, citing logistics, security, health and pilgrim welfare for about 1.7 million pilgrims from 165 countries. UN Accountability: A UN annual sexual-violence blacklist added Israeli and Russian forces for the first time since the review began, with Israel denying the allegations about treatment of Palestinian detainees. West Bank Settlements: Israel approved a major expansion plan in the occupied Jordan Valley, including 517 new settlement units for the Masua settlement, according to a Palestinian commission. Iran Nuclear/Shipping Terms: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said any Iran agreement must meet three “non-negotiable” conditions: surrender highly enriched uranium, end pursuit of a nuclear weapon, and restore free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Lebanon Humanitarian Law Claim: Lebanon’s PM Nawaf Salam condemned Israeli strikes on Tyre and Nabatieh and destruction of historic landmarks as “collective punishment,” calling for ceasefire and withdrawal. Israel Day Parade Security: New York’s NYPD said it will deploy its “most extensive” security operation for Israel Day Parade as Mayor Zohran Mamdani skips the event. Digital Rights After Shutdown: Iran partially restored internet access after 88 days of digital isolation, with restrictions still limiting full connectivity.