US media report that President Donald Trump, who has described the ceasefire in Iran as critical, has discussed future options with his national security team. Trump said on Monday that Tehran’s response to Washington’s proposal for ending the fighting was “stupid” and “unacceptable.” He told reporters the ceasefire was “unbelievably weak” and “on life support.”
Japan’s finance minister said she and her visiting American counterpart have confirmed their intention to maintain close coordination on foreign exchange policy. Katayama Satsuki met US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent on Tuesday in Tokyo.
Japanese snack maker Calbee is reportedly planning to switch packaging for some of its products to black and white versions, citing instability in the procurement of printing ink and other materials due to the situation in the Middle East. Sources say the company sent a notice to business partners and intends to make the change in late May. The company says further changes cannot be ruled out depending on how the situation develops.