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Spokesperson of the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs: The crisis currently facing our region and the world directly stems from the illegal and willful withdrawal of the United States from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action in May 2018.

U.S. stock index futures were slightly lower, with Nasdaq 100 futures flat, S&P 500 E-Mini futures up 0.1% and Dow Jones futures up 0.2%.

Japanese Foreign Minister: We hope that ships from all countries, including Japan, can pass through the Strait of Hormuz freely and safely.

Japanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Japanese Foreign Minister Motegi held a telephone conversation with Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: We discussed economic, price and market developments and considered the impact of the conflict in the Middle East.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: (When asked whether the Prime Minister agreed with the Bank of Japan’s stance on monetary policy) We actively exchanged views on many aspects.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: This meeting was very useful and we were able to discuss multiple issues.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The Prime Minister said she hopes the Bank of Japan will adopt appropriate monetary policies in accordance with its agreement with the government, while taking into account measures taken by the government to cushion the impact of rising inflation.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: The Prime Minister made no special requests to me.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: Agree that the Bank of Japan and the government will continue to coordinate closely.

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda: (When asked about market expectations for a rate hike in June) No specific details were discussed.

Bank of Japan Governor Ueda Kazuo: Explained our monetary policy ideas to the Prime Minister. Discussed the economy and markets with Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.

Russian International Electric Power Company: Plans to maintain power supply to Kazakhstan in 2026 at the same level as in 2025.

European Central Bank President Lagarde: We will take necessary measures to ensure that price increases remain stable at 2%.

European Central Bank President Lagarde: Even if the crisis is resolved now, there will still be a lag effect.

Market news: Berlin's Charité Hospital stated that American Ebola patients have obvious symptoms and are severely weak, but their condition has not yet reached a critical level and does not require intensive care measures or organ support.

Eurogroup President Pierakias: We should not contradict the ECB’s monetary policy on fiscal policy.

Romanian Deputy Defense Minister: Shooting down a drone in Estonia sends a clear message to Russia that aerial violations of NATO airspace will not be tolerated.

European Central Bank President Lagarde: Adopt a data-driven meeting-by-meeting approach.

Russian Ministry of Defense: Russian troops control Verkhovti Telsa in the Zaporozhye region of Ukraine.