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EU speeds up free trade with Mercosur treaty and new Australia agreement

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen highlights a 'trade trilogy' to enhance EU's global exchanges.

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Briefing: The Critical Minerals Report (03.22.2026): Building a ‘Critical Minerals NATO’, Iran Shockwaves, and Cobalt–Tungsten–Uranium as Barometers of Global Turbulence

Strategic angle: An in-depth analysis of critical minerals and their geopolitical implications.

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Briefing: Before Robert De Niro Was A Star He Promoted AMC's Ambassador In A '70s Car Commercial

Strategic angle: Even future stars have to pay the bills. Robert De Niro brought warmth to the small screen as a recent college grad who wants his parents to admire his new car.

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Briefing: Trump-Xi summit on hold until Iran conflict ends, people briefed say

Strategic angle: The anticipated summit between Trump and Xi is postponed due to ongoing tensions in Iran.

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Briefing: Germany news: Merz to call Trump amid Hormuz standoff

Strategic angle: The US president has ramped up pressure on European NATO partners to help patrol the Strait of Hormuz.

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Briefing: Egypt intensifies diplomacy as Iran war reshapes regional tensions

Strategic angle: Egypt’s recent outreach comes as countries across the region try to contain the fallout from the war, with Gulf states under attack and leaders trying to avoid a wider conflict.

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France's FM to visit Lebanon in show of 'support and solidarity' amid Middle East war

France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot will visit Lebanon to express solidarity with the Lebanese people amid ongoing conflict.

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Briefing: All the highlights from STAT’s Breakthrough Summit East

Strategic angle: In today's Morning Rounds newsletter, the highlights from #STATBreakthrough, a ruling against Kennedy’s gender-affirming care declaration, and more.

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Briefing: 'Online diplomacy': How Trump narrates war in Iran on Truth Social

Strategic angle: Donald Trump is using Truth Social to defend his actions in Iran and criticize his opponents.

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Briefing: Europe must end diplomacy and push for change in Iran, says Israeli UN ambassador

Strategic angle: Israel has called for an end to European diplomacy in Iran, urging a firmer hand alongside the US to force regime change in Tehran as the conflict rages on.

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Briefing: Iran War and Druzhba Dispute to Dominate EU Leaders’ Summit

Strategic angle: Key discussions at the upcoming summit will focus on the ongoing Iran conflict and the Druzhba pipeline issues.

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Japan, U.S. To Agree On Joint Development Of Rare Earth Elements, Lithium, Copper At Summit Meeting This Week

Nikkei reports on the upcoming agreement between Japan and the U.S. regarding critical minerals.

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Briefing: Trump slams NATO allies for not joining Iran war effort, says U.S. never needed their help

Strategic angle: Trump criticizes NATO as a 'one way street' in light of the Iran conflict.

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Nuclear Energy Summit Signals Long-Term Demand Growth

Global Nuclear Policy Coordination and Uranium Market Expectations

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Trump-Xi China summit may be delayed if Trump wants to stay in Washington for Iran war: Bessent

Trump's visit, scheduled for March 31-April 2, would be the first for a U.S. president since he went to the country in 2017.

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Briefing: Trump side-stepped diplomacy on his way to war in Iran. Now, he's asking China and others for help

Strategic angle: Trump's approach to Iran raises concerns as he seeks assistance from China and other nations.

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Briefing: US Treasury chief calls Paris talks with China 'very good' before Trump-Xi summit

Strategic angle: High-level US and Chinese officials have wrapped up two days of economic discussions in Paris, with the US Treasury head describing the sessions as productive ahead of President Trump's visit to China.

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Briefing: ‘Europeans have been incredibly supportive,' UAE foreign minister tells Euronews

Strategic angle: UAE emphasizes the importance of European support amid ongoing regional tensions.

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Briefing: Trump signals possible delay to Beijing summit as U.S. pressures China to help reopen Strait of Hormuz

Strategic angle: The remarks came as Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent met his Chinese counterpart He Lifeng in Paris, paving the way for the summit scheduled for late March.

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Briefing: Trump’s Iran Strategy: Former US State Department official Jennifer Gavito speaks to France 24

Strategic angle: An insightful discussion on Washington's strategy in the current conflict with insights from former diplomat Jennifer Gavito.