伊朗外長阿拉格齊：我們的劍將始終高懸在霍爾木茲海峽上。

A senior U.S. government official said Canada has contacted U.S. officials to discuss further engagement on G7 meeting and trade issues.

US investment groups are racing to acquire underused Venezuelan oilfields after a shift in US-Venezuela policy. Miami-based Lionheart Capital has signed a letter of intent to merge shell company Lionheart Holdings with Keo Energy, which holds Venezuelan oil assets; the deal would create the first Venezuela-focused oil firm listed on Nasdaq and offer US and institutional investors direct exposure. Lionheart aims for a post-deal listing valuation of roughly $1bn; Lionheart Holdings raised $230m in 2024. Sources say talks are at an early stage and may fail. Lionheart Holdings will hold a shareholder vote next week to seek more time to find a target, otherwise it may face liquidation.