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- New 100-strong Metropolitan unit to safeguard London’s Jewish community
- Archaeologist proposes search for lost Ark of the Covenant in Jerusalem’s City of David
- Trump threatens 25% tariff on European cars amid EU response concerns
- UAE confirms drone strike on Fujairah oil industry zone amid rising tensions
- EU calls on US to meet trade deal commitments amid escalating tariff issues
- French authorities continue search for missing British pensioner Stephanie Thomson
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Financial Times - oil producers spring surprise output cut of more than 1mn barrels a day
Summary of the front page
The Financial Times splashes on the revelations from oil producing nations that they will be cutting back production by more than a million barrels a day.
According to the paper, the move has put Saudi Arabia on a “collision course” with the US as it attempts to boost prices.
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New 100-strong Metropolitan unit to safeguard London’s Jewish community
May 6, 2026
8:00 am
UK MORNING BRIEFING
Police are deploying an additional 100 officers in London’s Jewish communities this morning amid rising fears of antisemitic attacks. This follows a double stabbing in Golders Green, now classified as terrorism.
Archaeologist proposes search for lost Ark of the Covenant in Jerusalem’s City of David
May 6, 2026
7:00 am
Archaeologist Dr Chris McKinny proposes that the lost Ark of the Covenant may be hidden within underground spaces in Jerusalem’s City of David. His team plans to employ advanced technology to scan for metal and chambers, aiming to uncover this ancient mystery.
Trump threatens 25% tariff on European cars amid EU response concerns
May 6, 2026
6:00 am
Donald Trump has announced a tariff increase on European cars to 25%, prompting potential retaliatory measures from the EU. This development marks a significant escalation in trade tensions between the US and Europe, with implications for both economies.
UAE confirms drone strike on Fujairah oil industry zone amid rising tensions
May 6, 2026
4:00 am
The UAE confirmed a drone strike on the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, amid escalating tensions with Iran. A significant fire erupted following the attack, and authorities reported three Indian nationals injured. Residents have been advised to seek safety as the situation develops.
EU calls on US to meet trade deal commitments amid escalating tariff issues
May 6, 2026
3:00 am
EU Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič on Tuesday urged the US to adhere to the EU-US trade deal established in Turnberry, as tensions rise over proposed US tariffs on EU cars. Šefčovič emphasised the need for a swift return to a 15% tariff cap amid ongoing negotiations.
French authorities continue search for missing British pensioner Stephanie Thomson
May 6, 2026
1:00 am
British pensioner Stephanie Thomson has been missing since January 29. Last seen at Camping les Vigères in Le Chalard, she vanished after a shopping trip. Extensive searches by the French Gendarmerie have yielded no results. Authorities continue their search for Mrs Thomson.
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