IMF Managing Director Georgieva said Iraq has requested a loan program; the Fund will provide financing and policy support.

President Trump said he may have been too tough on Iran's leaders and that now no one can talk to him.

China’s State Film Administration and the General Administration of Sport have issued a notice launching the “Follow Movies to Exercise” campaign to boost synergy between the film and sports sectors. Key measures: deepen joint film–sports publicity and encourage sports‑themed film production, targeted screenings and cross‑media collaboration to raise film appreciation and public sports participation; promote coordinated “movie+sports” consumption promotions by cinemas, sports venues, event organizers, internet platforms, commercial banks and payment providers; encourage VR film technology for immersive sports experiences and pilot appropriate sports activities in qualified cinemas; and support coordinated development of film and sports public‑welfare projects.