The diplomatic breakthrough accelerated this morning as the US and Iran unveiled a concrete roadmap toward a final deal, with Washington waiving oil sanctions as a show of good faith [Bloomberg]. Vice President Vance signaled optimism about "solid progress," suggesting the Trump administration is doubling down on negotiations despite earlier threats [The Hill]. Pakistan's diplomatic role in brokering talks has emerged as a key factor in moving talks forward [DW English].

Meanwhile, Britain's political instability deepened with Keir Starmer's resignation, making him the 7th UK prime minister in a decade [NPR]. Markets initially absorbed the news calmly, but economic uncertainties persist as the nation faces another leadership transition [NYT Business].

Elsewhere: A far-right candidate claimed victory in Colombia's presidential runoff, signaling a rightward political shift in Latin America [Al Jazeera]. Israeli military operations against Lebanon intensified despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations [Al Jazeera]. China restricted exports to 10 US defense firms in retaliation for American sanctions pressure. A federal appeals court blocked CFPB job cuts, challenging the administration's workforce reduction plans [The Hill].

In memoriam: Legendary music executive Clive Davis died at 94, and former Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan passed at 100 [NBC News, Al Jazeera].