US-Iran Diplomacy: Washington and Tehran are edging toward a 60-day ceasefire extension and a framework that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz for unrestricted shipping, but the deal still hinges on President Donald Trump’s approval amid fresh accusations of truce violations. Middle East Energy Security: The proposed terms—mine removal by Iran and a US naval blockade lift if commercial traffic resumes—are aimed at lowering regional pressure and gasoline costs, even as Trump faces backlash from Iran hawks at home. Philippines Senate Turmoil: In Manila, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. pushed back on claims senators are being “targeted” after new plunder and graft filings against members of the Senate majority, while the fallout from the “Bato” dela Rosa shooting-and-escape episode continues with police signaling more potential accountability. Philippines Governance & Voting Rules: Marcos also rejected remote voting for senators outside emergencies, warning that the Senate’s long-standing rule should stand. Armenia Election Spotlight: Trump publicly endorsed Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan ahead of Armenia’s June 7 vote, intensifying scrutiny over direct US involvement as Yerevan denies accreditation to some Russian election observers. ASEAN-Russia: ASEAN leaders will meet Putin in Kazan in June, underscoring the bloc’s balancing act between UN condemnation of Russia and continued engagement with Moscow. India Economic & Social Signals: India’s RBI reported a record surplus transfer to the government, while PM Modi congratulated wrestlers on a historic U23 Asian Championships haul and met tribal representatives on empowerment. US Domestic Politics: California’s Newsom signed new election-code protections limiting access to voter rolls and election tech without court orders, as a federal judge allowed Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions to proceed for now.