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Oil markets are shifting as tanker traffic surges through the Strait of Hormuz following a landmark US-Iran peace deal, boosting global energy flows and easing tensions in a region critical to world supply. Meanwhile, in Washington, Bill Gates testified before Congress about alleged threats and blackmail linked to Jeffrey Epstein, underscoring the ongoing scrutiny of high-profile relationships with the disgraced financier.

In domestic news, Chicago officials are grappling with renewed national debate over crime prevention after a deadly weekend, prompting discussions about the need for federal support and new strategies. On the technology front, Slate Auto introduced an electric pickup truck priced under $25,000, potentially widening access to electric vehicles, though buyers must compromise on features. Across the Atlantic, King Charles met with the Afghan women’s cricket team, drawing international focus to the persistent restrictions faced by Afghan women athletes under Taliban rule.