A federal judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration's ban on Harvard University enrolling international students, following a lawsuit challenging the government's decision. Harvard argued the ban was retaliation for refusing to comply with politically motivated demands. The university highlighted the confusion caused by the ban, affecting thousands of international students and academic programs.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has criticised the West for its support of military regimes in Pakistan, asserting that this backing has significantly undermined democracy in the country. He highlighted Europe's focus on its own energy needs, questioning the expectation that other nations should suffer due to Europe's actions regarding Russian oil.

A Paris court is set to deliver the verdict in the Kim Kardashian robbery case, nearly a decade after the audacious heist. Ten individuals stand accused of robbing Kardashian at gunpoint during the 2016 Paris Fashion Week. The alleged ringleader, Aomar Ait Khedache, faces a 10-year sentence. Kardashian recounted the terrifying ordeal, stating she feared for her life.

Europol's Operation Pandora IX, coordinated by Spain's Guardia Civil, resulted in the recovery of approximately 38,000 cultural objects and the arrest of 80 suspects across 23 countries. The international effort targeted the theft and trafficking of cultural property, uncovering artifacts from Roman, Punic, and Byzantine periods. Investigations continue, with further arrests anticipated, highlighting the ongoing fight against cultural heritage crimes.

Harvard University is suing the Trump administration over a decision to bar foreign students, alleging it's unconstitutional retaliation for resisting political pressure. The lawsuit challenges the directive, claiming it violates the First Amendment and harms over 7,000 international students. Harvard seeks a restraining order against the Department of Homeland Security's enforcement of the policy.

Osama K., a Swedish citizen, faces indictment in Sweden. He is accused of aiding in the 2014 ISIS execution of a Jordanian pilot. Prosecutors claim he helped force the pilot into a cage before the execution. K. was previously sentenced in France for the Paris attacks. He also received a life sentence in Belgium for the Brussels attacks.

Muhammad Yunus, the interim head of Bangladesh, is reportedly considering resigning due to political deadlock and pressure from various factions. He faces criticism for delaying elections, a warning from the army chief, and accusations of undermining freedoms from Human Rights Watch. According to reports, Yunus said in the meeting with his advisers, "what is the point of being the chief advisor if he cannot function properly?”

China criticises the US ban on international students at Harvard. They say it hurts America's reputation. Hong Kong University of Science and Technology invites affected students. They offer streamlined admissions. China accuses the US of politicising education. They pledge to protect the Chinese students abroad. Tensions exist over Chinese students studying in the US.

Iran and the United States are holding a fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome, addressing escalating tensions and key differences over Tehran's uranium enrichment program. Despite acknowledging fundamental disagreements, Iran has expressed a willingness to compromise with increased nuclear facility inspections. The meeting occurs before crucial IAEA and JCPOA events, with Iran seeking sanctions relief amid warnings of potential military action if diplomacy fails.

Japanese inflation spiked at a two-year high in April, data showed Friday, as rice prices almost doubled, turning focus on the central bank as it mulls more interest rate hikes amid Donald Trump's trade war. Underlying inflation has been above the BoJ's target rate of two percent for around three years and while the central bank began lifting interest rates last year it has paused them recently as it assesses the impact of Trump's tariffs.