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Mike Waltz says the United States offered to sell Iran uranium for its civilian nuclear programme. The statement sheds light on negotiations between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear activities. It comes as discussion continues over proposals to curb Iran's nuclear work in exchange for economic and energy-related benefits.

The Reserve Bank of Australia meets on Tuesday for the sixth time this year, with economists and financial markets near-certain it will lift interest rates again. The debate now centres on how many further increases could follow as the bank works to curb inflation, with households watching borrowing costs climb.

European interior ministers are meeting to discuss strengthening the bloc's external border controls and speeding up the return of rejected asylum seekers. Talks reportedly cover fast-track return procedures and tighter monitoring at migration routes, part of a broader push to curb irregular arrivals. Migration remains one of the most contested policy areas across EU member states, with governments under domestic pressure to show results.

President Trump is moving to withhold immigration-related spending, according to a report by GV Wire. The measure would block allocated funds from being distributed, a step likely to draw scrutiny from Congress and immigration advocates who argue such spending is mandated by law. Supporters see it as a way to curb programs they oppose, while critics warn it could disrupt enforcement and services already funded.

The European Union is moving to restrict the energy and water consumption of data centres, a sector whose rapid growth driven by cloud computing and artificial intelligence has put mounting pressure on electricity grids and water supplies. The proposal signals tighter regulation of tech infrastructure across member states, with debate focusing on how sustainability rules will affect data centre operators and Europe's digital economy.

NPR reports on whether the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is finally coming under control. The question of containment is drawing attention as health authorities work to curb the virus's spread, with observers weighing case trends and response efforts to judge whether the outbreak is being brought to heel.

Swiss voters have rejected a proposal to enshrine stricter neutrality rules in law, a move that would have limited cooperation with Nato. The result keeps open the possibility of closer security ties with Western allies, including joint military exercises and arms deals with neighbouring countries. Supporters of the measure had argued stricter neutrality would preserve Switzerland's traditional role, while opponents warned it would weaken the country's security at a time of war in Europe.

The Reserve Bank of Australia is expected to lift the cash rate to 4.6%, which would make it the highest level since 2011. The anticipated hike points to continued efforts to curb inflation, and would add to cost-of-living pressures for Australian households and businesses with mortgages and loans.

India has proposed banning junk food sales in school canteens and within 50 meters of schools, in an effort to curb rising obesity and diabetes rates among children. The proposal would restrict children's access to unhealthy foods during and around school hours. Commentators are discussing whether the measure can reverse worsening childhood health trends in the country.

The US Supreme Court has ruled against most of the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, striking them down in a decision with wide-ranging trade and legal implications. The ruling limits the administration's use of tariff powers and is drawing attention for its impact on US trade policy and presidential authority.

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung is facing slipping approval ratings as his administration pushes measures to cool the property market. Observers say the political cost of his market-curbing policies is mounting, raising questions about how long he can sustain the fight against housing price pressures while public support erodes.

Warren Buffett's long-standing proposal to curb the US deficit is circulating again. The idea is simple: Congress must pass any deficit-reduction law, and if the deficit is not cut below 3% of GDP, sitting members of Congress become ineligible for re-election. The plan, floated years ago, is being shared and debated as concerns over America's mounting federal debt grow louder.

Housing prices are continuing to rise despite government regulations aimed at curbing the market, prompting debate about whether the policy measures are working. Analysts and commentators are examining what is driving the increases in the real estate market right now, including demand pressures, supply shortages, and the limits of regulatory intervention.

South Korean President Lee Jae-myung is weighing the risks of the country's powerful, heavily centralised presidency, a system critics call an 'imperial presidency'. Following the impeachment of his predecessor Yoon Suk Yeol over his martial law declaration, debate has intensified over whether constitutional reform is needed to curb presidential powers and prevent future abuses.

Michigan voters will weigh in on Proposal 2 this November, a ballot initiative that would bar utility companies and government contractors from making campaign contributions. Supporters say the measure would curb pay-to-play influence in state politics, while debate centers on how far restrictions on political donations should go ahead of the vote.