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UK Prime Minister Starmer announces a ban on under-16s accessing social media including TikTok and YouTube, sparking pushback from tech firms. The US and Iran reach a tentative deal to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, though significant hurdles remain and regional effects are cautiously felt. Norway's crown princess's stepson is convicted of rape and sentenced to four years in prison. Russia launches major strikes on Ukraine, killing 11 and setting the historic Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery ablaze.

UK to Ban Under-16s from Social Media

UK to Ban Under-16s from Social MediaUK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced legislation to ban children under 16 from social media platforms, including TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. The move is one of the strictest age-based internet restrictions in the Western world. Social media companies have pushed back, arguing the policy is rushed and difficult to implement. The ban is expected to face parliamentary debate in the coming months. Similar restrictions are being considered in other European countries.

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Under-16s to be banned from social media in the UK, Starmer announces (BBC)
Britain will ban under-16s from social media apps, including TikTok and YouTube (NPR)
UK bans under 16s from social media apps including TikTok, YouTube (SCMP)
Social media firms hit back as Starmer announces ban for under-16s in UK (The Guardian)
Britain to introduce legislation to ban under-16s on social media, Starmer says (CBC)

US and Iran Reach Tentative Deal to End War

US and Iran Reach Tentative Deal to End WarThe United States and Iran have agreed on a preliminary deal to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, according to multiple reports. President Trump has ordered a halt to the US naval blockade as part of the agreement. While the framework is seen as a breakthrough, analysts warn that major obstacles remain, including unresolved issues around Iran's nuclear program and regional security guarantees. The deal has brought cautious relief to global markets and shipping firms.

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Iran and US reach an initial deal to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz but challenges remain (AP News)
A history of Iran’s nuclear program and tensions with the US as an interim deal is reached (AP News)
A tentative deal is reached to end the Iran war and Trump orders a stop to the US naval blockade (AP News)
What to know about a possible deal to end the Iran war (AP News)
Iran, US agree tentative deal to ‘end war’: Your questions answered (Al Jazeera)

Iranian Public and Markets React to US-Iran Deal

Iranian Public and Markets React to US-Iran DealIranians grappling with war fatigue and soaring prices are cautiously welcoming the prospect of a US-Iran deal, though skepticism remains deep. The New York Times reports that the framework brings relief but warns of looming challenges. Global shipping firms are adopting a wait-and-see approach, holding off on resuming normal operations through the Strait of Hormuz until full details emerge. Fighting in Lebanon has also eased following the agreement, but displaced residents are being urged not to rush home.

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Iranians endure war fatigue and soaring prices as conflict deepens domestic woes (AP News)
U.S.-Iran Framework Brings Relief, but Challenges Loom (NYT)
Shipping Firms, Awaiting Details, Are Cautious of U.S.-Iran Deal (NYT)
Lebanon fighting eases after U.S.-Iran deal but displaced warned not to rush home (CBC)

Norway Crown Prince's Stepson Convicted of Rape

Norway Crown Prince's Stepson Convicted of RapeThe stepson of Norway's crown princess has been found guilty on two counts of rape and sentenced to four years in prison. The case has drawn widespread media attention due to the defendant's connection to the Norwegian royal family. The court delivered its verdict after a highly publicized trial. The royal family has issued a statement acknowledging the verdict and expressing sympathy for the victims.

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Stepson of Norway’s crown prince convicted of rape, sentenced to 4 years in prison (CNN)
Norwegian crown princess's son found guilty of two counts of rape (BBC)
Eldest son of Norway's crown princess sentenced to 4 years in prison for rape (NPR)
Son of Norway’s crown princess convicted of rape and sentenced to four years in prison (The Guardian)
Norway crown princess's son sentenced to 4 years in prison after rape conviction (CBC)

Russia Strikes Kyiv, Historic Monastery Set Ablaze

Russia Strikes Kyiv, Historic Monastery Set AblazeRussia launched a major missile and drone attack on Ukraine, killing at least 11 people and severely damaging the historic Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The attack marks one of the most significant strikes on Ukrainian cultural heritage since the war began. Emergency services battled to control a massive fire at the monastery complex. The assault also hit residential areas in Kharkiv, leaving multiple casualties.

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Ukraine’s historic Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery set on fire following major Russian attack (CNN)
Russian attacks in Ukraine kill 11, damage historic Kyiv cathedral (Al Jazeera)
Russian strikes kill 11 and set historic cathedral in Kyiv ablaze (BBC)
Russian attack sets fire to religious site in Kyiv, kills 5 in Kharkiv (NPR)