Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump - AP News

Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump  AP News

Shares jittery, oil advances on US-Iran deadlock - Reuters

Shares jittery, oil advances on US-Iran deadlock  Reuters

Without Formal Trade Talks, Canada and the U.S. Go Public With Their Grievances

Prime Minister Mark Carney shot back at Trump administration officials, saying Canada is not ‘taking instructions from the United States.’

By Ian Austen and Ana Swanson

EU must be ‘very patient’ with Hungary’s Magyar, says Tusk

Also in this newsletter: EU capitals fight over bloc’s seven-year budget

French ex-PM Gabriel Attal distances himself from Macron in new memoir

In his first book, 'As a Free Man', Gabriel Attal retraces his personal journey and reflects on the French president's coldness toward him when he was prime minister.

Europe is in a profound state of crisis. Luckily, we know what to do | Nathalie Tocci and Anu Bradford

We assembled a group of the continent’s leading thinkers to assess the threats: their warnings are stark, but the remedy is within reach Caught between Vladimir Putin’s Russia, Donald Trump’s US and Xi Jinping’s China, Europe appears in a state of profound crisis, the narrative about its future often filled with fatalism. There is a paradox, however. Despite rising nationalism, the climate crisis and the economic slowdown, few would take issue with the claim that Europe still has a great deal...

By Nathalie Tocci and Anu Bradford

Trump administration vows crackdown on Chinese firms 'exploiting' U.S. AI models

The Trump administration is vowing to crack down on foreign tech companies' exploitation of U.S. artificial intelligence models, singling out China at a time that country is narrowing the gap with the U.S. in the AI race.

By The Associated Press

How Trump’s Iran war is driving military dissent

From protests to quiet resistance, dissent is rising inside the United States military over the US-Israel war on Iran.

Trump on inviting Putin to G20 summit in US: It would probably be very helpful

The US is considering inviting Russian leader Vladimir Putin to a G20 summit in Miami, although no formal invitation has yet been issued.

By Khrystyna Bondarieva,Iryna Balachuk

Canada's U.S. ambassador wants to set aside the 'bluster' as rhetoric around trade heats up

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U.S. reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug - The Globe and Mail

U.S. reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug  The Globe and Mail

President Macron inaugurates lithium mine as France, EU seek energy sovereignty

France is going back to the mines. President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday visited a facility in central France run by Imerys, the leading French producer of industrial minerals and which is spearheading a major lithium mining project for battery production. The project promises to create hundreds of jobs and comes as France seeks to ensure its own energy sovereignty.

By FRANCE24

Reclassifying marijuana as a less dangerous drug might only be the first step for Trump

President Donald Trump’s decision to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less dangerous drug is a boon for the industry

By Gene Johnson

Visit to America by King Charles comes as Britain-U.S. ties strained under Trump

As the American leader's war with Iran drives a rare wedge between London and Washington, the king's trip has generated considerable controversy

By AFP

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US offers $10 million reward, possible relocation for info on leader of Iran-backed Iraqi armed group

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By TOI World Desk

US State Department offers $12m reward for leader of Iraqi armed group - The Straits Times

US State Department offers $12m reward for leader of Iraqi armed group  The Straits Times

Prolonged West Asia conflict to raise energy costs, hit trade and markets: RBI’s State of the Economy article

By George Mathew

Indian nationals travelling through France no longer need airport transit visa: How it changes your travel?

French President Emmanuel Macron had announced that measures would be taken to ease travel for Indian nationals through France.

Trump's Messaging Blitz Divides Advisers As Iran Talks Waver

Trump's social media threats intended to humiliate Tehran's leaders make them less inclined to strike a deal with the US.

Iran uses fast boats to seize container ships in Strait of Hormuz, challenging US blockade

Iran's "fast-attack" ships have not been considered much of a threat, according to Trump, but have since been used to seize two container ships near the Strait.

S. Korea, US seeks way out of intel tiff over NK nuclear site: Cheong Wa Dae

HANOI, Vietnam — South Korea and the United States are working to defuse tensions and find an off-ramp from the controversy over the unification minister’s remarks on North Korea’s uranium-enrichment facilities in Kusong, according to a senior official at Cheong Wa Dae. Wi underlined that the allies were working to narrow “differences in understanding” over the source of Unification Minister Chung Dong-young’s remarks. The US side views them as a leak of intelligence shared between the allies, w

By The Korea Herald

Cyprus contributes to EU aquaculture amid sector downturn

Cyprus produced 9,053.9 tonnes of farmed aquatic organisms in 2024, as overall aquaculture output across the European Union declined in both volume and value. According to a report from Eurostat, total EU production of fish, molluscs, algae and crustaceans reached 1 million tonnes during this time, with a total value of €4.6 billion. Compared with […]

Iran war revives European rooftop solar demand to cut energy bills

The conflict has pushed oil, gas and electricity prices sharply higher, hitting companies and households alike.

Coupang denies lobbying U.S. to pressure S. Korea - Yonhap News Agency

Coupang denies lobbying U.S. to pressure S. Korea  Yonhap News Agency

Iran lays more mines in Strait of Hormuz this week - report

Macron in Cyprus for first official French presidential visit since 1960

French President Emmanuel Macron arrived at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia on Thursday for the first official bilateral visit by a French head of state since Cyprus gained independence in 1960. President Nikos Christodoulides received Macron at the palace, where a military guard of honour was present. The national anthems of both countries were played, […]

By Newsroom

Iran seizes vessel in Strait of Hormuz, defying US naval superiority

Donald Trump says he is in no hurry for a deal, but if Iran did not want one, 'I’ll finish it up militarily'

By Reuters

Cyprus calls Macron visit historic, cites deepening France ties - eKathimerini.com

Cyprus calls Macron visit historic, cites deepening France ties  eKathimerini.com

US Slaps Sanctions on Cambodian Senator, Others Over Alleged Scam Network - The Irrawaddy

US Slaps Sanctions on Cambodian Senator, Others Over Alleged Scam Network  The Irrawaddy

Europe Bets On Newsom To Reverse Trump's America - And Save Its Own Model

Europe Bets On Newsom To Reverse Trump's America - And Save Its Own Model Submitted by Thomas Kolbe America remains a country of high social mobility and upward opportunity—something we no longer see on today’s European continent. It may sound kitschy to many Europeans, yet its vibrant economic centers, high geographic mobility, and the flexibility of its people still create the conditions for this unique phenomenon. Admittedly, the narrative of the “land of unlimited opportuni...

By Tyler Durden

Iran tightens its grip on Hormuz as talks uncertain - The Daily Star

Iran tightens its grip on Hormuz as talks uncertain  The Daily Star

Baltic states say Europe cannot return to pre-war relations with Russia — Bloomberg

Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania are warning European partners that any attempts to restore normal relations with Moscow after its full-scale aggression against Ukraine are unrealistic and dangerous.

Dynamics and Surging Magnitude of US LNG Exports: Started 10 Years Ago in a Glut of Natural Gas that Collapsed the Price

10th liquefaction & export terminal has shipped its first cargo. List of LNG export terminals, operating and under construction, by in-service date.

By Wolf Richter

Clearing Hormuz Strait mines could take six months - Dhaka Tribune

Clearing Hormuz Strait mines could take six months  Dhaka Tribune

US offers $10m reward for Iraqi armed group leader

The US State Department is offering a $10 million reward for information on Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji, leader of Kataeb Sayyid al-Shuhada (KSS). Read More: https://punchng.com/us-offers-10m-reward-for-iraqi-armed-group-leader/

By Punch Newspapers

Trump envoy Gor visiting Nepal amid intensifying US-China diplomatic contest in Kathmandu - The Kathmandu Post

Trump envoy Gor visiting Nepal amid intensifying US-China diplomatic contest in Kathmandu  The Kathmandu Post

US State Dept offers $10m reward for leader of Iraqi armed group

US officials said in a social media post Thursday they were seeking information on KSS leader Hashim Finyan Rahim al-Saraji, also known as Abu Alaa al-Walai. The post US State Dept offers $10m reward for leader of Iraqi armed group appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Henry Oduah

Russia threatens European countries, including Greece, over hosting French nuclear-capable bombers

“Obviously, our military will be forced to closely monitor this issue,” said the Russian Deputy Foreign Minister The post Russia threatens European countries, including Greece, over hosting French nuclear-capable bombers appeared first on ProtoThema English.

By Newsroom

UK Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan, Most Credible Basis for Peace

The United Kingdom has reiterated its support for Morocco’s autonomy plan as the “most credible, viable and pragmatic basis for peace in the Sahara. The post UK Reaffirms Support for Morocco’s Autonomy Plan, Most Credible Basis for Peace appeared first on Morocco World News.

By MWN Staff

Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks - Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Iran tightens control of Hormuz after US calls off renewed attacks  Daily Mirror - Sri Lanka

Europe cracks: French president rejects coercive US blockades against Iran - PressTV

Europe cracks: French president rejects coercive US blockades against Iran  PressTV

U.S. explores relocation of 1,100 Afghan allies to DR Congo - Daryo.uz

U.S. explores relocation of 1,100 Afghan allies to DR Congo  Daryo.uz