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1. US Plans Extended Hormuz Blockade, Oil Hits $119

   The Trump administration is preparing for a prolonged naval blockade of Iranian ports, including the Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic pressure over Iran's nuclear programme intensifies. The threat pushed crude oil prices to $119 a barrel. Iran has not publicly responded to the latest warnings. Global energy markets are absorbing the uncertainty as shipping insurers reassess risk in the region.

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2. Germany cuts welfare spending to fund defence

   Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government has announced roughly 40 billion euros in reductions to health and social welfare programmes. The cuts are intended to close the federal deficit and free up funds for increased defence spending. German citizens who rely on public health services and social benefits will bear the direct cost of the rebalancing.

   "40,000 million euros less for health and welfare to pay for the deficit and rearmament."

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3. UAE announces withdrawal from OPEC in 2026

   The United Arab Emirates has announced it will leave OPEC, citing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz as a contributing factor. The UAE is one of the cartel's largest producers, and its departure raises questions about OPEC's ability to coordinate output and influence global prices. The move could encourage other members to reconsider their own positions within the group.

   "The Strait of Hormuz crisis appears to have been the deciding factor in Abu Dhabi's break from the cartel."

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4. Spain's Congress Rejects Rental Protection Extension Decree

   The Spanish Congress voted down a government decree that would have extended protections on rental contract renewals. The rejection means roughly one million tenancies are now without a cap on rent increases. Tenants whose contracts come up for renewal face potential rises with no legal ceiling in place, while landlords regain full pricing discretion. The government had sought the extension to maintain stability introduced during the cost-of-living crisis.

   "One million rental agreements may now rise without limit."

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5. Fed holds rates as Powell era ends

   The Federal Reserve kept interest rates unchanged at Jerome Powell's final meeting as chair, with policymakers caught between persistent inflation and slowing growth. Powell's departure closes a tenure that included the post-pandemic rate cycle and sustained political pressure from the White House. Currency traders watched the dollar closely as markets weighed uncertainty over who will lead the Fed next and what policy direction they will take.

   "The Fed faces Powell's final meeting trapped between inflation and doubts about growth."

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6. London stabbing in Jewish area declared terrorism

   British police have classified the stabbing of two Jewish people in a north London neighbourhood as a terrorist act. The two victims were wounded in the attack. Declaring an incident terrorism triggers specialist investigative powers and signals that authorities believe the attack was motivated by ideology or hatred rather than ordinary criminal intent.

   "British police declared the stabbing of two Jewish people in London a terrorist act."

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7. Senate leaves Trump's Cuba military options open

   The US Senate declined to pass legislation that would have restricted President Trump's ability to take military action against Cuba. Without that constraint, the White House retains broad discretion over any intervention. The Cuban government and its population now face an unresolved period of uncertainty about US intentions. No military action has been announced.

   "Trump has a free hand to intervene militarily in Cuba."

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8. EU Commission charges Meta over minor access failures

   The European Commission has formally accused Meta of failing to prevent children under 13 from accessing Facebook and Instagram, in breach of the Digital Services Act. Brussels has indicated it may impose financial penalties if Meta does not demonstrate adequate age-verification measures. The action marks one of the more direct DSA enforcement moves against a major platform to date.

   "Brussels threatens to fine Meta for failing to block access by children under 13."

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9. US and Israel Strikes Continue Across Middle East

   Military operations by the United States and Israel are ongoing across the Middle East, with Iran as the primary target. Civilian populations in the region face continued disruption as diplomatic efforts remain stalled. The conflict has drawn sustained international attention, though no resolution appears imminent.

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10. ECB asks banks to prepare AI contingency plans

    The European Central Bank has asked banks under its supervision to draw up contingency plans in response to Anthropic's latest AI model. The request reflects growing regulatory concern that rapid advances in commercial AI could introduce operational or systemic risks to financial institutions. The ECB has not banned use of the technology but wants lenders to demonstrate they can manage unexpected failures or disruptions.

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