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The US has intensified its blockade on Cuba, exacerbating tensions as Donald Trump alleges drone threats from Havana. The ongoing energy crisis threatens food and medical supplies. Reports suggest the US aims to change Cuba’s leadership by 2026; negotiations continue with insiders.
EUROPEAN UPDATE
This morning, Europe faces economic challenges and geopolitical tensions.
Focus remains on cohesion and collaboration across the European Union.
Xi Jinping issued a cautionary warning to Donald Trump during his visit to Beijing, emphasising that cooperation benefits both China and the United States while confrontation leads to loss. The leaders aim to explore avenues for collaboration and sustain trade momentum during this crucial dialogue.
Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s wedding celebrations have commenced in Venice, attracting around 200-250 high-profile guests, including the Kardashians and Oprah Winfrey.
Pete Hegseth’s news conference highlighted the contentious political atmosphere in Washington regarding the US attack on Iran’s Fordow nuclear plant, anticipating a divide over forthcoming damage assessments.
Tracking Trump’s presidency Live:
Trump made an angry start to the week displaying his frustration at Israel.
On Tuesday he headed to NATO to secure billions of spending for the next 10 years.
On Wednesday he declared a ceasefire between Iran and Israel, amidst backlash that US strikes were ineffective on Irans nuclear facility.
At the NATO summit in The Hague, Secretary-General Mark Rutte referred to President Donald Trump as “daddy” whilst praising him for intervening in the Iran–Israel ceasefire and driving a historic agreement for members to boost defence spending to 5 % of GDP by 2035.
Eastern U.S. suburbs swelter under record-breaking temperatures, with cities including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, Boston, and Washington D.C. experiencing triple-digit heat and oppressive humidity driven by a persistent heat dome.
“New intelligence” says US bombing of Iran did severe damage to Iran’s nuclear sites despite the leaked report from the US intelligence.
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