Middle East Escalation: President Trump says the U.S. will bomb or destroy “one bridge or power plant” in response to each Iranian attack on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, as strikes continue and fuel prices climb. Diplomacy in Asia: Secretary of State Marco Rubio warns ASEAN leaders that any attempt to control and toll an international waterway like Hormuz would set a dangerous precedent. AI & IP Fight: The White House accuses China’s Moonshot AI of distilling Anthropic’s Fable for its K3 model and obtaining advanced Nvidia chips. Trade & Tariffs: Canada’s PM Mark Carney says talks with the U.S. will intensify after Trump’s new 50% tariff package, while Trump also threatens steep generic drug tariffs. Immigration Accountability: Mexico files criminal complaints over ICE-related deaths and asks the UN to review the cases. Environment: Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers urges the Trump administration to stop extending coal plant lifespans; meanwhile Illinois AG Kwame Raoul sues EPA over weakened HFC rules. Wildlife Management: Feds propose returning more grizzly control to states in the Yellowstone region. Tech & Research: NSF awards $83M to expand integrated data systems for AI-driven science. Local/Everyday Life: Trump promotes “Trump Accounts” for kids in Georgia; Florida remains the top U.S. state for shark bites.