ICC Cooperation Review: The Philippines says it’s reviewing its policy on cooperating with the International Criminal Court after a U.S. push to dismantle the tribunal, with Foreign Affairs set to consult President Marcos Jr. before deciding how it affects Duterte-era anti-drug cases. DOJ Confirmation Clash: In a U.S. Senate hearing, JD Vance nominee Jay Clayton refused to say Biden won in 2020, while Sen. Amy Klobuchar pressed Todd Blanche on DOJ cooperation tied to deadly ICE shootings. AI + Data Centers: New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a pause on data center construction, feeding a wider debate over AI growth, energy use, and privacy. Middle East Escalation: As U.S.-Iran tensions intensify, Lebanon faces renewed uncertainty; Washington weighs extending Jones Act waivers for shipping amid Hormuz disruption fears. Nile Water Diplomacy: Egypt’s GERD “unilateralism” claims were rejected by an Ethiopian lawmaker as contrary to international water law and equitable use. Lebanon Amnesty Vote: Lebanon’s parliament begins a two-day session including a sweeping amnesty bill and a move to abolish the death penalty. SDG Financing Push: Bangladesh and Bahrain used UN forums to call for more grants, concessional finance, and technology transfer to close SDG gaps. Nigeria Peace Dialogue: Nigeria’s SGF says the country is committed to global peace talks in Italy and avoiding a return to war. Malaysia Party Tensions: Malaysia’s Bersatu says it will use its own logo in Negeri Sembilan elections after coalition seat-allocation talks stalled.