geopolitics

UK chancellor uses conference speech to prepare ruling party for possible Budget tax rises

US, Iran set to hold separate talks with mediators on Monday or Tuesday, official says Reuters

South Korea demands apology from Ukraine over North Korean POW disclosure Reuters

Iran-linked diesel price spike makes electric trucks cheaper than diesel in key EU markets, environmental group says Reuters

Vladimir Putin backs army and spy agencies’ push to make businesses defend themselves from Ukrainian strikes

Iran stuck to its seven-day proposal for reopening the crucial Strait of Hormuz, saying it won’t soften its conditions, while President Donald Trump sent mixed signals about his willingness to reach a deal. (Source: Bloomberg)

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