Trump Praises Security Personnel After Suspect Incident

An official from Al-Arabiya met with a representative in Muscat to discuss Middle East mediation processes. Media in the Gulf region is closely monitoring the mediation process involving Trump and Iran. Analysts note a divergence in media coverage between the US and the Gulf regarding Trump's negotiation style and Iran's strategic positioning. Following the rejection of direct mediation by the US, a telephone negotiation may occur between Iran and US officials. President Trump announced he is no longer sending Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff to Pakistan for peace talks involving Iranian mediators. The administration cancelled the trip, stating they 'have all the cards' and do not need to spend time traveling back and forth. Pakistani officials had been attempting to facilitate a second round of talks between the parties this past week. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard appears more inclined toward war following President Trump's decision to cancel the diplomatic mission. Donald Trump was rushed away by Secret Service after shots were fired during a dinner for White House correspondents in the United States. Donald Trump released footage on Truth Social regarding a suspect charging through magnetometers on a hotel ground floor. He paid tribute to the Secret Service and Washington's Metropolitan Police Department for tackling the individual. Attendees reported that security screening was only required for those accessing the ballroom, and identity checks were not performed for dinner guests.