Melania Trump denied any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, calling claims and images linking them false. She said he did not introduce her to Donald and that they met by chance at a party. She urged Congress to hold hearings to establish the facts and identify any accomplices.

A foreign warship escorted two sanctioned oil tankers through UK waters in the Channel, defying the PM’s warning to clamp down on the trade. A Royal Navy support ship shadowed the passage as ministers weigh tougher powers against the shadow fleet and stricter enforcement of sanctions.

Donald Trump escalated his stance on Iran, reiterating a peace ultimatum and warning of severe consequences if it is ignored. World leaders urged calm and renewed diplomacy, seeking to defuse tensions and avoid a broader crisis.

Donald Trump warned of swift, overwhelming action unless the Strait of Hormuz reopens, insisting global energy shipments must continue. He said talks are possible if passage resumes, heightening market jitters over oil supply and regional stability.