US-Iran Ceasefire & Hormuz: Trump and Iran’s president digitally signed a 14-point interim memorandum extending a 60-day truce, with hostilities to stop on all fronts including Lebanon, sanctions relief and frozen-asset access tied to compliance, and a push to reopen the Strait of Hormuz—G7 leaders backed the move as oil prices slid and markets steadied. US Domestic Pushback: Republicans including Nikki Haley and Mike Pence criticized the framework as appeasement, warning that sanctions relief and reconstruction funding could strengthen Tehran. Lebanon Flashpoints: Israel said a soldier was killed and seven wounded in southern Lebanon, while Israel and Iran differ over whether Lebanon is covered by the ceasefire terms. Diplomacy Goes Digital: Coverage highlights how tools like Zoom and AI are increasingly used in modern negotiations, including around the US-Iran talks. Jobs & Hiring Signals: In the UK, unemployment fell to 4.9% but job vacancies dropped to the lowest in five years, adding pressure on jobseekers as firms turn cautious amid Middle East uncertainty. Egypt Startup Push: Egypt’s Investment Minister outlined new financing tools for startups under Startup Egypt, including convertible notes and a planned listed venture capital vehicle. Travel Hiring Cools: Travel recruitment activity slowed as the Iran conflict weighed on candidate flow, vacancies, and placements. Regional Business Links: Malaysia’s Anwar Ibrahim visit to Turkmenistan is expected to deepen cooperation, including Petronas extending operations for 20–25 years.