- NATO shifts focus towards Europe as US reduces defence commitments
- Russia Bans Diesel Exports Amid Attacks on Refineries and Fuel Crisis
- Flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak claims 39 lives in southern China
- Tourism Calgary promotes campaign at downtown Toronto subway station
- US military conducts second consecutive night of strikes on Iran
- Trump claims Iran considers him its ‘number one target’ for assassination
- More than 6,500 march in Bosnia to commemorate Srebrenica genocide victims
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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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NATO shifts focus towards Europe as US reduces defence commitments
Jamie Shea, former NATO security adviser, articulates a shift towards NATO 3.0, emphasising it will predominantly be “a European show” rather than an American-led initiative. He notes the US is expected to play a reduced role in collective defence, diverging from its historical influence during the Cold War.

Russia Bans Diesel Exports Amid Attacks on Refineries and Fuel Crisis
RUSSIA BANS DIESEL
Russia halts diesel exports following refinery attacks overnight, leading to escalating gas shortages.
Markets react with significant price spikes on energy commodities.

Flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak claims 39 lives in southern China
Flooding from Tropical Storm Maysak has resulted in 39 fatalities in southern China, primarily due to a dam breach in Nanning. Authorities have evacuated about 130,000 residents, deploying over 8,000 personnel and 5,700 boats for rescue. Heavy rainfall continues to threaten additional flooding.

Tourism Calgary promotes campaign at downtown Toronto subway station
A new tourism campaign has introduced Calgary-themed colours and references at a downtown Toronto subway station, aimed at welcoming passengers and promoting Calgary’s attractions. The initiative highlights the city’s culture and seeks to enhance its visibility among travellers.
US military conducts second consecutive night of strikes on Iran
The U.S. military executed a new series of strikes on Iranian targets late Wednesday, aiming to weaken Iran’s capabilities in the Strait of Hormuz. CENTCOM reported around 90 targets were hit, following Iranian assaults on commercial oil tankers. Tensions escalated as Kuwait declared missile and drone threats.

Trump claims Iran considers him its ‘number one target’ for assassination
Donald Trump has stated he may be a target for assassination by Iran, highlighting ongoing tensions following US military actions against Iranian sites.
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