Google and Apple have begun rolling out end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for Rich Communication Services (RCS) messaging between Android and iPhone users, marking a significant shift in cross-platform privacy that addresses the longstanding lack of encryption in standard SMS texts.

The feature is currently rolling out in beta today. Android users must have the latest version of Google Messages, while iPhone users must be running iOS 26.5 with a supported carrier. Encryption is on by default for cross-platform RCS chats. Users will see a lock icon in their conversation threads, similar to the indicator used for Android-to-Android encrypted chats, requiring no manual setup.

The encryption protects message content from being intercepted in transit, ensuring that no third party, including Google, Apple, or carriers, can read the messages. The feature currently applies only to RCS conversations; if RCS is unavailable, messages fall back to unencrypted SMS. Group chat encryption across platforms and support for Google Voice or third-party RCS-enabled apps may have varying availability.

While Apple added RCS support to iOS last year to improve interoperability with Android (providing features like read receipts and high-res media), it previously lacked end-to-end encryption. This rollout closes the security gap where iPhone-to-Android texts were vulnerable to eavesdropping, unlike encrypted iMessage chats.

This development is the result of a cross-industry effort led by Google and Apple to standardize secure RCS messaging, building on Google’s previous implementation of E2EE for Android-to-Android chats using the Signal Protocol.

President Donald Trump rejected Iran's latest proposal to end the war in a Truth Social post on Sunday, calling it "TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE" without detailing specific objections. The post stated: "I have just read the response from Iran’s so-called 'Representatives.' I don't like it — TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!"

Iran's proposal, conveyed via mediator Pakistan, included demands for an end to U.S. sanctions on Iranian oil for 30 days, lifting the naval blockade on Iranian ports, and Iranian management of the Strait of Hormuz under certain U.S. commitments. It also called for separate nuclear negotiations, offering to dilute part of its highly enriched uranium (HEU) stockpile and send the rest to a third country—returnable if the U.S. exits any future deal.

However, Iran refused U.S. demands to dismantle nuclear facilities or surrender its enriched uranium, which Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu emphasized on CBS' 60 Minutes, Sunday, as a reason the war was "not over."

Iranian officials did not publicly release the full text of the proposal, but state media described its focus as ending hostilities on all fronts and ensuring maritime safety in the Persian Gulf.

Lawmakers began drafting a bill to formalize Iran’s control over the Strait of Hormuz, including restricting passage for vessels from "hostile states."

Despite the rejection, a Qatari LNG tanker crossed the strait on Sunday—the first since the war began—suggesting limited confidence-building measures were in motion. The ceasefire remained fragile, with drone attacks reported in Kuwait, the UAE, and Qatari waters on the same day.

Sean Strickland defeated Khamzat Chimaev by split decision (48-47, 47-48, 48-47) to regain the UFC middleweight championship at UFC 328, which took place on Saturday night, at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. Strickland, a +400 underdog, utilized a defensive wrestling strategy and a persistent lead jab to neutralize Chimaev’s grappling, securing his second middleweight title.

Chimaev dominated during thge first round with an early takedown and ground control, nearly securing a submission before the round ended. Strickland regained control on the feet during 2 and 3, stuffing takedowns and landing significant strikes, including a moment where he reversed Chimaev to the mat.

Chimaev landed heavy power shots in the fourth round and secured a late takedown to close the round strongly. He also scored an early takedown in the fifth round, but Strickland escaped and out-struck the champion on the feet, landing the decisive blows that influenced the judges.

After the winner was announced, Chimaev respectfully placed the title belt around Strickland’s waist before leaving the octagon, acknowledging the tough battle.

In post-fight remarks Strickland apologized for his pre-fight trash talk, saying: “I want to apologize to my American fans, to my Muslim fans and my Christian fans, I went too fucking hard, I admit it... Chechnya has great fighters. They’re savage. He’s a fucking savage. I should be a better fucking example but I try to sell these fights for you fuckers.” He also praised Chimaev’s durability, noting, “That motherfucker would not go back... Crazy.”

The event was defined by intense "bad blood" between the fighters, including Chimaev kicking Strickland during a press conference face-off. Strickland entered as a massive underdog against Chimaev’s 15-0 undefeated streak (entering the fight). This victory marks Strickland’s second title win, following his upset over Israel Adesanya in 2023, while ending Chimaev’s perfect UFC career.

Chimaev reportedly plans to move to light heavyweight for future fights, ending his reign at 185 pounds.

In other UFC 328 main card fight results, flyweight title champion Joshua Van defeated Tatsuro Taira via TKO (punches) at 1:32 of Round 5, retaining his title in a back-and-forth thriller.

In the heavyweight category Alexander Volkov** defeated Waldo Cortes-Acosta via unanimous decision. In the welterweight, Sean Brady defeated Joaquin Buckley via unanimous decision.

In the prelims, King Green submitted Jeremy Stephens; Yaroslav Amosov submitted Joel Alvarez; Jim Miller submitted Jared Gordon.