Axios reports a Ukrainian official said they remain highly skeptical of Trump's claims and believe someone inside the U.S. government was involved in restricting the systems. Sources who spoke with SpaceX told Axios the WHITE HOUSE participated in the decision.

MOODY'S said that Egypt's move to a flexible exchange rate and tighter monetary policy has strengthened its external buffers and the economy's resilience to shocks.

Axios cites CENTCOM commander Cooper saying Hezbollah, Hamas and Iraqi Shia militias are routing funds back to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). US officials told Axios Tehran has delayed paying wages, pensions and benefits to IRGC personnel and public-sector workers. To avoid escalation ahead of US midterms, the White House ordered a near-halt to US strikes on Iranian anti-ship missile and armed-drone launch sites near the Strait of Hormuz; US officials say the pause has increased Iran’s confidence to carry out attacks. The White House and Qatari mediators are awaiting Iran’s response to a US counterproposal to end the conflict, with regional mediators urging a prompt reply.