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Former President Donald Trump suggested that a current conflict could last for several more weeks. This statement follows recent reports of US forces destroying six Iranian boats in the Gulf. A drone attack from Iran caused a fire in an oil industrial zone near Fushaira Stadium in the Gulf of Oman, resulting in three deaths. US officials described negotiations as occurring amidst a return of war threats and escalation. The IMF estimates current work progress at 70%. US President Trump gave a vague answer when asked if the previous ceasefire agreement was still valid, stating, 'I cannot tell you.' US Treasury Secretary Bessent, in a foreign media interview, adopted a strong stance, saying the US is using extreme economic sanctions to thwart Iran's ambitions.

A former JPMorgan banker has filed a sex abuse case. The case involves allegations of sex abuse. Details of the allegations were not immediately released.

An electrical fire forced the temporary shutdown of the Book of Mormon musical at the Eugene O'Neill Theater on Monday. The fire originated in the theater's electrical room. NYPD Fire Chief David Sims stated the fire caused extensive damage and was difficult to access due to catwalks and electrical equipment. All theatergoers were evacuated safely. The full extent of the damage is currently unclear. Performances of The Book of Mormon are canceled through Tuesday after a fire swept through the production's home theater. FDNY Assistant Chief David Sims stated the fire originated in an electrical room located between the fourth and fifth floors. No injuries or specific damage totals were immediately reported.

A cryptocurrency venture linked to the Trump family has filed a defamation lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed in New York. The lawsuit targets parties accused of making defamatory statements.

New York is moving the Fulton Fish Market out of the financial district. The move involves relocating the market from its current position in the financial district. The relocation process was discussed as a confirmed development.

A total of 23 media organizations, journalists, and cultural figures were honored with Pulitzer Prizes. The Chicago Tribune was among the recipients for its reporting on the actions of the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agency. The announcement covers various categories of journalistic excellence. The Pulitzer Prize winners were announced this week, with a specific honor given to the work of reporters covering Donald Trump. A video showing a newsroom applauding the announcement circulated on social media.

Palantir reported an approximately 80 percent increase in revenue following its latest quarterly earnings report. The company noted growing demand from the private sector alongside its existing business with the United States government. This report comes as roughly 100 companies from the S&P 500 are scheduled to present earnings this week. Palantir Technologies reported an 80 percent increase in revenue. The company's strong financial performance is driven by its data analytics software. This growth indicates a positive trend for the software company. Q1 revenue grew by 85 percent and the company raised its full-year guidance, exceeding expectations. Palantir reported a Q1 revenue surge of 85 percent driven by AI-led growth and has raised its full-year guidance beyond previous expectations.

Rudolph Giuliani, 81, is breathing on his own and remains under precautionary monitoring. He was diagnosed with restrictive airway disease following exposure to toxins at Ground Zero. The report was provided by Ted Goodman. The move follows a period of life-threatening illness, according to the report. No specific details regarding the nature of the illness or the current medical status were provided.

The Reuters news agency was awarded two Pulitzer Prizes, which are considered the most awards in journalism globally. The jury honored reports regarding the business model of Meta, the parent company of Facebook. Additionally, the awards recognized reporting on US President Donald Trump's retaliatory campaign against political opponents. Journalist Julie K. Brown from the Miami Herald received a special prize. A total of 23 media houses, journalists, and cultural workers were honored with the Pulitzer Prize. The awards recognize outstanding achievements in journalism and the arts. The book consists of 368 pages of text written as a single sentence. Other Pulitzer Prize recipients included the Washington Post, the New York Times, and staff from the Chicago Tribune. The awards were announced on Tuesday evening in the United States.

China presented its position on preventing nuclear weapons proliferation at the 11th Review Conference of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons at the UN headquarters in New York. The conference aims to achieve a long-term, sustainable resolution to regional crises, considering the legitimate interests of all nations. Niu Xinchun, Dean of the China-Arab Research Institute at Nanshe University, stated that US carrier operations are counterproductive and have intensified tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. The conference is centered around the international order based on multilateralism and the UN system. Chinese President Xi Jinping stated China's desire for cooperation with the United States. This comes as reports indicate China is developing tactical nuclear weapons and dangerous missiles, prompting a warning from the US.