Philippines Congress Push: President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has ordered a special session on June 17 to fast-track social protection and education bills, including geriatrics, student aid reforms, crisis support, tertiary access, “last mile” schooling, nutrition amendments, an anti-political-dynasty law, and a merit scholarship program—plus pending Commission on Appointments decisions. Philippines Security & Politics: PNP chief Gen. Jose Melencio Nartatez Jr. said officers won’t be swayed by “divisive political interests” amid claims tied to the “18 bagmen” and a flood-control corruption case. Armenia Election Results: Armenia’s Central Electoral Commission confirmed Civil Contract’s win with 64 seats (49.825%), alongside Strong Armenia (29 seats) and the Armenia bloc (12 seats), despite opposition challenges. U.S.-Iran Deal & Energy: Trump says an initial U.S.-Iran agreement is complete, with the Strait of Hormuz set to reopen and a Switzerland signing planned, while broader talks continue. U.S. Politics Meets Spectacle: Trump marked his 80th birthday with a White House UFC event—mixing sport, ceremony, and ongoing political scrutiny. Kenya Campaign Tone: President Ruto warned opposition against tribal and exclusionary rhetoric, urging focus on policy instead of ethnic mobilization. Cambodia Court Fight: Opposition figure Rong Chhun emerged from a Supreme Court appeal over an incitement conviction, seeking reversal and a return to politics. EU/Western Balkans: Greece’s foreign minister said Serbia’s EU accession is “geopolitically inevitable,” stressing reforms and EU-mediated dialogue.