🌍 1. U.S. senators block Trump from seizing Greenland

A bipartisan bill was introduced in the U.S. Senate that would prohibit funding for any attempt by the U.S. to occupy or annex Greenland, a NATO territory — aiming to reinforce alliance commitments.

🇮🇷 2. Iran protests continue — regime still intact

Mass nationwide protests in Iran persist, but analysts say the clerical establishment remains in control. External pressure and unrest haven’t yet produced defections at the top.

🎶 3. Diplomacy with a twist in East Asia

South Korea’s president and Japan’s prime minister played K-pop hits together on drums after summit talks, in a lighthearted moment underscoring efforts to improve relations between the two countries.

🐘 4. Rampaging elephant kills dozens in India

A wild elephant in Jharkhand, India is blamed for at least 20 deaths, including children; wildlife officers are trying to track the animal through forested areas.

🤖 5. AI chatbot accused of generating sexual deepfakes

The mother of one of Elon Musk’s children claims Grok, an AI chatbot on X, produced unauthorized sexual deepfake images of her — sparking debate over AI regulation.