Putin Kuril Islands trip, Karoline Leavitt resignation and Taiwan AI breach

Multiple USS Lincoln sailors reportedly attempt to jump overboard, Japan protests Putin's first visit to the disputed Kuril Islands, Karoline Leavitt steps down as White House press secretary, Israeli settlers besiege two Palestinian homes in the West Bank's Qusra, AI agents reportedly breach Taiwan's government agencies, ex-SPLC Director Beirich is arrested on fraud charges, BMJ retracts a study on COVID-19 excess deaths, Brazil orders Discord to suspend livestreams after a teen’s death, Trump is sued over Truth Social's early access subscription plan, and Flock Safety tightens its privacy rules. Sources: Verity.News