US-Iran War Diplomacy: Iran’s Supreme National Security Council chief Mohsen Rezaei says Tehran has sent the US seven conditions via Qatar to restart talks—ending the war on all fronts, releasing frozen Iranian funds, and ending the naval blockade—while warning Washington that rejection could mean a “decisive war.” Regional Escalation & Travel Risk: The US State Department issued fresh security alerts urging Americans in the Middle East to heighten vigilance, citing a complex scenario with possible unforeseen escalation tied to Iran-backed Houthis, including risks to airports and commercial routes. Hormuz Shipping Surge: CENTCOM says more than 2,000 commercial transits and over 1 billion barrels moved through the Strait of Hormuz recently, as lanes are cleared of mines—while Iran and the US trade claims over tanker incidents. Yemen–Saudi Flashpoint: Yemen’s internationally recognized government condemned Houthi attacks on Riyadh and blamed Iran for military support, as Houthis claimed missile/drone strikes on Riyadh and Aramco facilities. Nuclear Pressure: Iran says its NPT withdrawal decision depends on US behavior, as Trump prepares to put Iran’s nuclear program at the center of UN diplomacy. Media & Politics in Washington: Trump’s White House ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico drew condemnation and court threats, amid mounting midterm pressure and gas-price politics.