Live updates: Iran war, US says blockade of Iranian ports ‘fully implemented,’ Trump hints at further peace talks

Key Points:

• The International Monetary Fund (IMF) warned that government finances worldwide are fragile ahead of the Iran war, urging countries to avoid overspending on energy price shields and to implement targeted, temporary support for those most vulnerable.
• Diplomatic efforts continue with Pakistan acting as a mediator between the US and Iran; Pakistan’s Field Marshal Asim Munir arrived in Tehran to discuss a second round of negotiations after recent talks failed to produce an agreement.
• British Prime Minister Keir Starmer reaffirmed the UK’s stance against joining the US-led war with Iran despite pressure and criticism from President Donald Trump, emphasizing that the UK will not be dragged into the conflict.
• Israel has intensified strikes on Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure and causing significant civilian casualties, while Lebanon has filed an urgent complaint to the UN over the attacks, which it calls violations of international law.
• The US naval blockade of Iranian ports is largely effective but some commercial vessels continue to navigate the Strait of Hormuz; meanwhile, Iran threatens to shut down shipping in the Persian Gulf and Red Sea if the blockade persists, escalating regional tensions.