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Cuban president Miguel Diaz-Canel said Raul Castro is taking part in early-stage discussions with the United States, while an oil blockade linked to US policy has left Cuba suffering repeated nationwide blackouts and prompted warnings of a humanitarian crisis.
António Guterres said the United Nations will coordinate with the so-called Board of Peace on Gaza relief efforts, but he drew a firm line against its involvement in the Strait of Hormuz, citing neutrality and risk of escalation.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned of "potential tragic consequences" if the United States and Israel continue attacks on Iran, and cautioned Iran not to attack countries that are not parties to the conflict.
The conflict around Iran is already raising energy bills. Now food supply chains are showing stress, and the UN warns millions more could face acute hunger if prices keep climbing.
The Taliban says Pakistani aircraft struck civilian houses and fuel depots, killing women and children. Pakistan says it hit militant hideouts. The fighting has forced tens of thousands from their homes as regional tensions escalate.