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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.
The UK Economy shrank by 0.3% in April, exceeding economists’ expectations of a 0.1% contraction, largely due to President Trump’s tariff policies.
Rachel Reeves announced a funding increase for key sectors: the Ministry of Defence will see a rise in spending from 2.3% to 2.6% of GDP by 2027, while the NHS receives an additional £29bn per year.
Israel is contemplating a unilateral military strike on Iran as negotiations between the US and Iran progress towards a preliminary nuclear agreement, which Israel deems unacceptable.
Protests against ICE in Los Angeles have escalated, prompting a curfew and the deployment of 700 active-duty Marines to protect federal personnel.
Harvey Weinstein has been found guilty of a criminal sexual act in a New York retrial, but not guilty on another count relating to a different woman.
Elon Musk admitted to regretting some of his recent posts about Donald Trump, acknowledging they “went too far,” including criticisms of Trump’s tax and spending bill.
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