US Politics: Senator Lindsey Graham died at 71 after “brief and sudden illness,” with GOP sources citing chest-pain calls and a likely aortic dissection; the scramble to replace him is already reshaping the Senate’s thin balance. US Senate Succession: South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster is set to swear in Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, as interim senator after Trump urged the move; Nordone vows to “support the president” while a special election follows. War Powers Clash: Trump restarted the 60-day war powers clock against Iran, triggering a fresh fight with Democrats over whether Congress must authorize further action. UK Security: Counter-terror police took over the investigation into the murder of Ann Widdecombe after “new information,” adding political-motive questions. Hungary Constitutional Overhaul: Parliament approved steps to strip President Tamas Sulyok’s powers, part of a broader push to restore EU funding access. India State Politics: Karnataka’s DK Shivakumar is in Delhi for cabinet reshuffle talks amid pressure on Siddaramaiah’s grip. Child Rights vs Campaigning (India): Odisha’s BJD asked OSCPCR to act over alleged use of minors in a BJP rally. Federal Grants Rule (US): Critics flooded the White House over a proposal that would give political appointees sweeping control over federal grant decisions. Impeachment Spotlight (Philippines): Prosecutors questioned Vice President Sara Duterte’s fitness for office over violent threats against President Marcos as her Senate impeachment trial continues.