🕊️ Hamas frees all 20 living hostages as Gaza ceasefire holds
Hamas released the remaining living hostages to the Red Cross under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, with Israel preparing prisoner releases and increased aid flows into Gaza. The swap marks a pivotal step toward ending two years of war and sets the stage for high‑stakes diplomacy in Israel and Egypt.
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📊 US‑China trade clash clouds IMF and World Bank meetings
Fresh tariff threats from Washington and Beijing’s export controls have injected new uncertainty into the global outlook as finance ministers gather in Washington. Markets are on edge, and officials warn the stand‑off could complicate efforts to shore up growth and financial stability.
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🛂 Estonia shuts small road that crosses Russian territory after troops spotted nearby
Tallinn temporarily closed a short “Saatse Boot” road segment that cuts through Russia, after border guards saw an unusual Russian unit standing in the area. The move is precautionary, but it underscores tensions on NATO’s eastern flank and Estonia’s push to reduce odd legacy crossings that pose security risks.
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⚠️ German spy chief warns Russia risk could “turn hot”
Germany’s intelligence chief cautioned that Russia could spark a direct confrontation at any time, urging Europe to bolster deterrence and resilience. The warning underscores persistent security risks even as attention shifts to the Middle East and trade tensions.
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⛏️ Mining tycoon flags supply‑chain strains as trade tensions rise
At London Metal Exchange week, industry veteran Robert Friedland warned that geopolitical rifts and export controls are disrupting supplies of key minerals from copper to rare earths. Companies face higher costs and potential shortages, which could ripple through energy and tech supply chains.
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