The US Defense Department plans to ask Congress for around $80 billion in wartime funding to cover costs from the Iran war and other expenses. The conflict has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil supplies that carries about 20% of seaborne crude. The Pentagon has said the war’s cost has climbed to nearly $29 billion and that tight weapons stockpiles have affected arms sales to Taiwan. Democrats say President Donald Trump launched the war without congressional authorization, violating the War Powers Act.

特斯拉Cybercab技术规格通过美国EPA认证文件披露：单电机前驱、219马力、48.0kWh电池、EPA标称续航673公里（调整后约482公里）、整备质量约1412公斤。文件证实其轻量化与高效设计，但未公布定价、充电速度及量产时间表。该信息为Cybercab首次官方技术验证，增强投资者对其Robotaxi落地可行性的信心。

Meta has launched paid subscription plans globally for Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, pricing standard tiers at Rs 99 per month, and is testing higher-end AI subscriptions including Meta One Premium at Rs 1,939 per month. The move comes as the company ramps up spending on AI infrastructure, lifting its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to $125 billion-$145 billion. User response has been muted, and analysts point out that 97.6% of Meta’s revenue last year still came from advertising, raising questions about how meaningful subscriptions can be. The development is tied directly to Meta shares, with no evidence it affects other traditional assets.

Iranian state television reported that three Iranian oil tankers are sailing in the northern Indian Ocean, while two other vessels carrying essential goods and livestock feed are heading toward southern ports. The report said a U.S. naval blockade that had been in place since April 13 has been lifted.

Tesla has begun delivering the Model Y L in India, priced at Rs 61.99 lakh (ex-showroom). The long-wheelbase SUV is configured with three rows and six seats, and uses a dual-motor all-wheel-drive setup. Tesla lists a claimed WLTP-certified range of up to 681 km on a single charge. The company has not disclosed sales figures or production plans tied to the rollout.