Critical Minerals
Treasury secretary meets Paraguayan official to discuss critical minerals
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met with Paraguayan official Pena to discuss critical minerals, the Treasury Department said.
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Ukraine
Musk says Ukraine violated Starlink terms after service restored
Ukraine confirmed that restrictions on Starlink and Starshield were lifted, restoring high-speed connectivity to military systems. Elon Musk subsequently claimed the country had breached the service agreement.
China
US China stock gap hits record high
The performance gap between US and Chinese equities has reached its widest level in decades. State-backed funds in Beijing remain inactive as blue-chip shares enter bear market territory.
Ukraine
Ukraine confirms Starlink and Starshield speed limits removed
Ukrainian authorities state that high-speed restrictions on Starlink and Starshield services have been lifted. This change restores fast connectivity for mobile military units following previous disruptions.
Starlink
Biden and Trump administrations reportedly sought Starlink access controls
Both the Biden and Trump administrations are said to have requested control over where Starlink operates, including in Iran and Ukraine. These efforts raise concerns as disruptions affect military operations in Ukraine.
France Unrest
French bond yields hit 24-year high amid ongoing unrest
Investors are assessing risks to France's budget and growth as protests continue. The turmoil has driven French bond yields to their highest level in two decades.
Iran
Intelligence memo details heightened Iranian threats to US staff
Director Jay Clayton told Marco Rubio that Tehran has escalated attempts to harm American personnel. The report indicates deadly schemes against citizens are nearing execution in various regions.
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