How one of Trump’s and Putin’s closest allies abroad was toppled

This episode of Apple News Today covers a series of high-stakes geopolitical developments, beginning with escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran following failed negotiations led by Vice President J.D. Vance. President Trump responded with a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening to disable Iran’s energy infrastructure—a move experts warn could be considered an act of war. Despite claims of progress, both sides remain far apart on core issues like nuclear enrichment and regional influence. In domestic U.S. politics, Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell withdrew from California's gubernatorial race after multiple women accused him of sexual assault, sparking immediate backlash from allies and calls for his expulsion from Congress. Meanwhile, Hungary’s Viktor Orban, a longtime ally of both Trump and Putin, suffered a historic defeat after 16 years in power. His center-right opponent, Peter Magyar, won in a landslide, promising to restore democratic institutions, rebuild ties with Europe, and repair public services—though his conservative roots suggest incremental change. The episode closes with lighter news: Rory McIlroy’s back-to-back Masters victory and Trump’s controversial plans for a massive new arch near Arlington National Cemetery, which faces legal and preservation challenges.