Highlights:

• Russia LNG Tanker Halts in Mediterranean After Another Attacked — A US-sanctioned Russian LNG tanker stopped its journey in the Mediterranean after a nearby vessel was allegedly attacked by Ukrainian drone boats. Bloomberg Politics

• Canada's Carney on Middle Powers, Iran Conflict — Canadian PM Mark Carney and Australian PM Anthony Albanese discussed how middle powers are charting independent courses in an uncertain, divided world. Bloomberg Politics

• Trump Endorses Alme for Montana Senate as Daines Steps Aside — President Trump endorsed US Attorney Kurt Alme for Montana's Republican Senate seat after incumbent Steve Daines announced his withdrawal just before the filing deadline. Bloomberg Politics

• Japanese Labor Union Sets More Ambitious Pay Goal as BOJ Watches — A major Japanese labor union is requesting larger wage increases than last year, signaling confidence as the Bank of Japan monitors pay trends ahead of its policy meeting. Bloomberg Economics

• Tech Groups Urge Trump to Drop Anthropic Supply-Chain Risk Label — Industry groups including Google and Apple are asking President Trump to reconsider designating Anthropic a national security risk, citing potential negative effects on the broader tech sector. Bloomberg Politics

• War Powers Resolution Fails Vote in Senate — See source link. Bloomberg Politics

• US Sinking of Iran Ship Piles Pressure on India's Modi — The US sinking of an Iranian warship off Sri Lanka has complicated India's balanced approach to Middle East tensions and could strain New Delhi's government. Bloomberg Economics

• Nepal Election Pits Ex-Rapper Against Old Guard Vying for Gen Zs — Nepal's first general election since a Gen Z-led uprising last year features young candidates challenging the establishment's control. Bloomberg Politics

• Rate Hike Expectations Build in Malaysia on Economic Resilience — Fixed-income investors are positioning for higher Malaysian interest rates despite forecasts for a hold, as the economy grows near the region's fastest pace. Bloomberg Economics

• China Keeps Record-High Budget Deficit Target to Spur Growth — China is maintaining elevated fiscal stimulus to support growth amid domestic challenges and rising geopolitical risks. Bloomberg Economics