JD Vance:

Lindsey Graham was impossible not to like as a human being and, of course, as a United States Senator.

FIFA president Gianni Infantino is exploring the sale of a 20–30% stake in a new company that would own and manage the World Cup, in a deal valuing the business at around £15 billion.

FIFA would retain majority control, while member associations and private investors would hold minority stakes.

The proposal, reportedly being handled by JP Morgan, has sparked concern within football over the possibility of an expanded tournament or more frequent World Cups.

Reports also suggest Infantino could become commissioner of the new company after his FIFA presidency ends in 2031, potentially earning millions in the role.

Source: The Telegraph

Trump finishes meeting with Zelensky; Netanyahu next.

Former French Navy Rafale pilot and YouTuber Pierre-Henri Chuet is under formal investigation in France over China-linked military training and the possible transfer of sensitive defense knowledge.

Source: La Voix du Nord

Netanyahu and Trump meet at the White House.

Netanyahu with Trump and Vance.

Professor of International Law, William Schabas, on the dismissal of ICC Prosecutor Karim Khan and its implications:

I think that some states voted to remove him because they were angry with him for issuing the arrest or for requesting and obtaining the arrest warrants.

I think that this is a blow to the independence and impartiality of the prosecutor.

It's a warning sign to future prosecutors who may feel that they too could, could have a, you know, an unhappy end like Karim Khan.

The new prosecutor could decide to devote very few resources or none at all to the prosecution of Prime Minister Netanyahu.

White House:

President Trump has concluded his meetings in the Oval Office with President Zelensky and Prime Minister Netanyahu.

Both meetings were positive and productive!

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi:

We have made no request for negotiations with the United States in the past 15 days.

The Americans have asked us for talks; they also sent us a message through Oman that they will not conduct military actions against us.

The Omanis wanted to bring in a country to demine the southern part of the Strait of Hormuz, but we did not allow it.

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez on climate denialism:

In the coalition governments being formed between the Popular Party and Vox, what we are seeing is not exactly a clear and firm willingness to fight the climate emergency.

On the contrary, we are seeing denial of that emergency.

Climate denialism, which unfortunately is gaining ground in some autonomous communities, is the worst possible fuel for fighting the climate emergency.

Spanish PM Pedro Sánchez on climate change:

I believe the important thing is that these autonomous communities, governments, and political parties do not deny scientific evidence and stand on the side of science.

It causes me great sadness to see political leaders and representatives of public institutions becoming spokespersons for hoaxes and misinformation, because it is clear that the Forest Law does not prevent what they claim it prevents.

Turkish President Erdogan to Iraq's PM Ali al-Zaidi:

He says, "We can provide Türkiye with 1 million barrels of oil per day."

He says, "You don't need to depend on anyone else."

There's no need to rely on others. Right next door, from Iraq—God willing, once we transfer 1 million barrels of oil here, we'll be able to meet our needs.

Turkish President Erdogan:

We are ready to do our part in supplying the defense industry products that Iraq needs.

Turkish President Erdogan:

At Iraq’s Kirkuk production field, operated by British Petroleum, Turkish Petroleum has been granted a partnership.

The agreement signed today is a historic step for our partnership in the energy field.

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha:

I called Iran’s Foreign Minister Araghchi for a frank conversation.

I stressed that our goal is to avoid unnecessary escalation.

I reiterated that all of Ukraine’s actions are aimed solely at defending our country from Russian aggression and never intended to target civilian vessels or people.

NEW: Yemen's Houthis say they carried out a military operation targeting the Saudi oil tanker NCC Ghazal with several ballistic missiles for violating their declared naval blockade on Saudi Arabia and ignoring warning calls.

They claim the vessel was forced to turn back.

The U.S. Air Force will rename Joint Base Charleston in South Carolina after the late Sen. Lindsey Graham.

WATCH: Argentina's President Javier Milei claimed that the international backlash against Argentina following the 2026 FIFA World Cup was part of a coordinated "anti-Argentina campaign."

"Do you know who put the most money into this anti-Argentina campaign? The Brazilian government. Twenty-five percent of the resources came from the Brazilian government."

He also alleged:

"This anti-Argentina campaign was also financed by Mexico and by the Democratic Party in the United States."

According to Milei, the motive was ideological rather than sporting:

"They are progressive leaders who do not want the ideas of freedom to succeed."

Argentina's President Javier Milei:

We want to eradicate inflation once and for all, because the scourge of inflation is literally theft.

The worst part is that it is also an unlegislated tax.

Inflation is a scam. It is theft.