Mehr news agency, citing security sources, reported Iran says the US and Israel are attempting to exert pressure on Iran via Lebanon and Gaza.

The State Council adopted the Regulations on Outbound Investment at its 83rd executive meeting on April 17, 2026; the rules are published and take effect July 1, 2026. The regulations state the state supports investors conducting outbound investment on market principles and participating in international competition; investors enjoy autonomy in outbound investment—independent decision-making while bearing risks and profits/losses. Outbound investment and related activities must comply with laws, international practice and local customs, observe business ethics, fulfil social responsibilities and protect China’s national image; they must not undermine market competition, harm the environment, violate workers’ rights, or endanger national security, national interests or the public interest.

President Trump responded to a New York Times report on a large loss of legal staff, saying the departures are positive. He called the departures evidence of a purge of “radical left” “deep state” figures who he accused of weaponizing agencies and harming the country, said many were fired rather than resigning, accused the paper of exaggeration, and urged staffing with people committed to “Make America Great Again” rather than Obama- or Biden-era appointees.