The United States reports that tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have stabilized following Monday's shelling, with General Dan Caine describing the current situation as calmer. The U.S. military expects to assist more ships that have been stranded in the Middle East due to the conflict in the coming days.
An Israeli court has extended the detention of Spanish activist Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian activist Thiago Avila after they were intercepted on boats bound for the Gaza Strip. The extension provides authorities with more time to conduct interrogations.
The World Health Organization is coordinating the evacuation of two seriously ill patients from the Dutch cruise ship Hondius to the Netherlands for medical treatment. The patients, who were affected by a hantavirus outbreak on the vessel, are currently reported to be in stable condition.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky offered Bahrain a drone deal during a visit to the Gulf state. Zelensky reported having a productive conversation with King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa to discuss further cooperation.
On Tuesday afternoon, a large crowd gathered in Wageningen for the annual Freedom Parade featuring WWII veterans and soldiers from 25 different countries. Organized by Wageningen45, the event saw spectators standing rows deep to watch the military procession.
The Peuterspeelzalen Uitgeest Foundation lost a lawsuit against the municipality regarding the payment of damages. An administrative court in Haarlem ruled that the municipality is not required to compensate the organization for its losses.