Libre News of The World. Tuesday the 26th of May 2026

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Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World, governments and markets around the world confronted major turning points across trade, security, climate, technology and democracy. Brazil entered decisive negotiations in a final attempt to avert new 25% U.S. tariffs that could reshape trade and influence its presidential election, while Colombia faced mounting international pressure to ensure an orderly constitutional transfer of power after its presidential transition was suspended. Chile declared a preventive emergency across ten regions ahead of a powerful winter storm and atmospheric river, Argentina awaited pivotal inflation data that will test President Javier Milei's economic reforms, and China reported surging exports driven by artificial intelligence and electric vehicles despite continued global trade tensions. Australia’s Reserve Bank reinforced its cautious monetary-policy approach, New Zealand published a major study linking nitrate-contaminated drinking water with premature births, and Japan's economy contracted more sharply than expected ahead of national elections. South Korea raised its economic growth outlook on the back of the AI-chip boom, Vietnam issued nationwide flood and severe-weather warnings, Morocco accelerated its national desalination programme to strengthen long-term water security, Türkiye confirmed it would join the new Canada-led global defence bank, Saudi Arabia launched a commercial carbon-credit exchange to expand regional climate finance, and Egypt reported a sharply wider trade deficit as regional instability increased pressure on its external accounts. In the Middle East, Iran expanded military mobilisation amid escalating confrontation with the United States, while Israel set 27 October for its first national election since the Hamas attacks of 2023. Across Europe, France and the United Kingdom advanced a landmark migration agreement, Italy debated sweeping electoral-law reforms, Portugal moved ahead with major rental-market changes, Ireland chaired its first EU General Affairs Council during its presidency of the Council of the European Union, Sweden retained its position as the European Union’s leading innovation economy, Iceland formally began its referendum information campaign on reopening EU accession talks, Germany unveiled a major investment programme for artificial intelligence and semiconductor production, Scotland launched consultation on stronger anti-vaping laws, Azerbaijan signalled it was considering leaving the Council of Europe, and Greenland commenced expansion of Nuuk’s commercial port amid growing Arctic strategic interest. Elsewhere, Uzbekistan officially began construction of its first commercial nuclear power plant, Russia faced mounting economic disruption from Ukraine’s expanding long-range drone campaign, Ukraine reached another milestone in its European Union accession negotiations with the opening of a key foreign-policy chapter, India launched a new high-frequency economic barometer for its services sector, and Spain prepared for a FIFA World Cup semifinal against France that captured nationwide attention as millions anticipated one of the country's biggest sporting events in years. Sources and Editorial Register URLs Brazil Primary Source — CNN Brasil https://www.cnnbrasil.com.br/politica/governo-entra-em-semana-decisiva-para-negociar-tarifaco-com-estados-unidos/ [https://www.cnnbrasil.com.br/politica/governo-entra-em-semana-decisiva-para-negociar-tarifaco-com-estados-unidos/] Independent Source #1 — Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-senator-bolsonaro-argues-against-25-us-tariff-its-exports-2026-07-07/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/brazils-senator-bolsonaro-argues-against-25-us-tariff-its-exports-2026-07-07/] Independent Source #2 — Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/d376eb50aa2b7f82b407dd0e47e8e44a [https://apnews.com/article/d376eb50aa2b7f82b407dd0e47e8e44a] Colombia Primary Source — Presidency of Colombia https://www.presidencia.gov.co/prensa/Paginas/Gobierno-nacional-suspende-sesiones-de-empalme-hasta-que-haya-garantias-de-un-proceso-tecnico-respetuoso-260707.aspx [https://www.presidencia.gov.co/prensa/Paginas/Gobierno-nacional-suspende-sesiones-de-empalme-hasta-que-haya-garantias-de-un-proceso-tecnico-respetuoso-260707.aspx] Independent Source #1 — El Espectador https://www.elespectador.com/politica/empalme-presidencial-se-suspende-en-choques-entre-abelardo-de-la-espriella-y-gustavo-petro-noticias-hoy/ [https://www.elespectador.com/politica/empalme-presidencial-se-suspende-en-choques-entre-abelardo-de-la-espriella-y-gustavo-petro-noticias-hoy/] Independent Source #2 — Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/us-latin-american-allies-urge-against-casting-doubt-colombias-electoral-process-2026-07-11/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/us-latin-american-allies-urge-against-casting-doubt-colombias-electoral-process-2026-07-11/] Chile Primary Source — El Mostrador https://www.elmostrador.cl/noticias/pais/2026/07/13/gobierno-declara-emergencia-preventiva-en-10-regiones-por-intenso-sistema-frontal/ [https://www.elmostrador.cl/noticias/pais/2026/07/13/gobierno-declara-emergencia-preventiva-en-10-regiones-por-intenso-sistema-frontal/] Independent Source #1 — TVN Noticias https://www.tvn.cl/amp/noticias/actualidad/alerta-por-fuerte-sistema-frontal-dmc-intensas-lluvias-en-10-regiones [https://www.tvn.cl/amp/noticias/actualidad/alerta-por-fuerte-sistema-frontal-dmc-intensas-lluvias-en-10-regiones] Independent Source #2 — ADN Radio Chile https://www.adnradio.cl/2026/07/13/meteorologia-emite-alertas-por-vientos-y-lluvias-de-hasta-80-mm-en-chile-estas-seran-las-8-regiones-afectadas/ [https://www.adnradio.cl/2026/07/13/meteorologia-emite-alertas-por-vientos-y-lluvias-de-hasta-80-mm-en-chile-estas-seran-las-8-regiones-afectadas/] Argentina Primary Source — Instituto Nacional de Estadística y Censos (INDEC) https://www.indec.gob.ar/indec/web/Nivel4-Tema-3-5-31 [https://www.indec.gob.ar/indec/web/Nivel4-Tema-3-5-31] Independent Source #1 — Ámbito Financiero https://www.ambito.com/economia/inflacion-junio-que-esperan-las-consultoras-y-por-que-sera-un-dato-clave-el-gobierno-n6173652 [https://www.ambito.com/economia/inflacion-junio-que-esperan-las-consultoras-y-por-que-sera-un-dato-clave-el-gobierno-n6173652] Independent Source #2 — Buenos Aires Times https://www.batimes.com.ar/news/economy/argentina-awaits-june-inflation-figure-after-months-of-slowing-price-growth.phtml [https://www.batimes.com.ar/news/economy/argentina-awaits-june-inflation-figure-after-months-of-slowing-price-growth.phtml] China Primary Source — Xinhua https://english.news.cn/20260714/b86a2d5874ca4d96801cc85c16d412c8/c.html [https://english.news.cn/20260714/b86a2d5874ca4d96801cc85c16d412c8/c.html] Independent Source #1 — South China Morning Post https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3360451/chinas-trade-surges-june-maintaining-growth-streak-despite-global-tensions [https://www.scmp.com/economy/economic-indicators/article/3360451/chinas-trade-surges-june-maintaining-growth-streak-despite-global-tensions] Independent Source #2 — Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/29da1a43eba2961b57f6cfbe6f936e42 [https://apnews.com/article/29da1a43eba2961b57f6cfbe6f936e42] Australia Primary Source — Reserve Bank of Australia https://www.rba.gov.au/monetary-policy/rba-board-minutes/2026/2026-07-07.html [https://www.rba.gov.au/monetary-policy/rba-board-minutes/2026/2026-07-07.html] Independent Source #1 — Australian Financial Review https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/rba-minutes-reinforce-cautious-approach-as-markets-reassess-rate-cut-expectations-20260714-p5nqxx [https://www.afr.com/policy/economy/rba-minutes-reinforce-cautious-approach-as-markets-reassess-rate-cut-expectations-20260714-p5nqxx] Independent Source #2 — ABC News Australia https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-14/rba-board-minutes-july-2026-interest-rates-inflation/105527684 [https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-14/rba-board-minutes-july-2026-interest-rates-inflation/105527684] New Zealand Primary Source — Public Health Communication Centre Aotearoa https://www.phcc.org.nz/briefing/nitrate-pollution-drinking-water-linked-preterm-birth-new-nz-study [https://www.phcc.org.nz/briefing/nitrate-pollution-drinking-water-linked-preterm-birth-new-nz-study] Independent Source #1 — Otago Daily Times / RNZ https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/major-nz-study-links-nitrate-water-premature-births-rnz [https://www.odt.co.nz/news/national/major-nz-study-links-nitrate-water-premature-births-rnz] Independent Source #2 — New Zealand Science Media Centre https://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/2026/07/14/nitrate-in-our-drinking-water-may-be-linked-to-preterm-births-expert-reaction/ [https://www.sciencemediacentre.co.nz/2026/07/14/nitrate-in-our-drinking-water-may-be-linked-to-preterm-births-expert-reaction/] Japan Primary Source — Cabinet Office of Japan https://www.esri.cao.go.jp/en/sna/sokuhou/sokuhou_top.html [https://www.esri.cao.go.jp/en/sna/sokuhou/sokuhou_top.html] Independent Source #1 — NHK World-Japan https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260714_12/ [https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260714_12/] Independent Source #2 — Nikkei Asia https://asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Japan-GDP-shrinks-faster-than-forecast-as-export-momentum-fades [https://asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Japan-GDP-shrinks-faster-than-forecast-as-export-momentum-fades] South Korea Primary Source — Ministry of Finance and Economy, Republic of Korea https://english.moef.go.kr/ [https://english.moef.go.kr/] Independent Source #1 — The Korea Herald https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10808263 [https://www.koreaherald.com/article/10808263] Independent Source #2 — The Chosun Daily https://www.chosun.com/english/national-en/2026/07/13/RESRKKMOUJHUNM2OA7WKRQV5B4/ [https://www.chosun.com/english/national-en/2026/07/13/RESRKKMOUJHUNM2OA7WKRQV5B4/] Vietnam Primary Source — Vietnam Television (VTV) https://vtv.vn/mua-dong-tiep-dien-o-nam-bo-bac-bo-co-noi-nang-nong-100260714064734598.htm [https://vtv.vn/mua-dong-tiep-dien-o-nam-bo-bac-bo-co-noi-nang-nong-100260714064734598.htm] Independent Source #1 — Báo Nghệ An (English Edition) https://baonghean.vn/en/canh-bao-mua-lon-cuc-bo-va-dong-loc-tai-cao-nguyen-trung-bo-nam-bo-ngay-14072026-10344064.html [https://baonghean.vn/en/canh-bao-mua-lon-cuc-bo-va-dong-loc-tai-cao-nguyen-trung-bo-nam-bo-ngay-14072026-10344064.html] Independent Source #2 — Vietnam News Agency (VietnamPlus) https://en.vietnamplus.vn/heavy-rains-batter-northern-provinces-as-flood-landslide-risks-rise-post329944.vnp [https://en.vietnamplus.vn/heavy-rains-batter-northern-provinces-as-flood-landslide-risks-rise-post329944.vnp] Morocco Primary Source — Kingdom of Morocco – Ministry of Equipment and Water https://www.equipement.gov.ma/Actualites/Pages/acceleration-programme-national-dessalement-2026.aspx [https://www.equipement.gov.ma/Actualites/Pages/acceleration-programme-national-dessalement-2026.aspx] Independent Source #1 — Morocco World News https://www.moroccoworldnews.com/2026/07/380912/morocco-expands-desalination-projects-as-drought-pressures-water-supplies [https://www.moroccoworldnews.com/2026/07/380912/morocco-expands-desalination-projects-as-drought-pressures-water-supplies] Independent Source #2 — Le360 https://fr.le360.ma/economie/le-gouvernement-accelere-les-projets-de-dessalement-pour-faire-face-au-stress-hydrique-20260713/ [https://fr.le360.ma/economie/le-gouvernement-accelere-les-projets-de-dessalement-pour-faire-face-au-stress-hydrique-20260713/] Türkiye Primary Source — Daily Sabah https://www.dailysabah.com/business/economy/turkiye-reportedly-informed-canada-itll-join-global-defense-bank/amp [https://www.dailysabah.com/business/economy/turkiye-reportedly-informed-canada-itll-join-global-defense-bank/amp] Independent Source #1 — eKathimerini https://www.ekathimerini.com/politics/foreign-policy/1309439/turkey-informed-canada-that-it-will-participate-in-global-defense-bank-turkish-official-says/ [https://www.ekathimerini.com/politics/foreign-policy/1309439/turkey-informed-canada-that-it-will-participate-in-global-defense-bank-turkish-official-says/] Independent Source #2 — Government of Canada – Prime Minister’s Office https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/readouts/2026/04/15/prime-minister-carney-speaks-president-turkiye-recep-tayyip-erdogan [https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/readouts/2026/04/15/prime-minister-carney-speaks-president-turkiye-recep-tayyip-erdogan] Saudi Arabia Primary Source — Saudi Press Agency https://spa.gov.sa/en/N2245631 [https://spa.gov.sa/en/N2245631] Independent Source #1 — Arab News https://www.arabnews.com/node/2608137/business-economy [https://www.arabnews.com/node/2608137/business-economy] Independent Source #2 — The National (UAE) https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/07/14/saudi-arabia-expands-carbon-market-ambitions-with-new-exchange-platform/ [https://www.thenationalnews.com/business/energy/2026/07/14/saudi-arabia-expands-carbon-market-ambitions-with-new-exchange-platform/] Egypt Primary Source — Ahram Online https://english.ahram.org.eg/News/572745.aspx [https://english.ahram.org.eg/News/572745.aspx] Independent Source #1 — Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/egypts-january-march-current-account-deficit-widens-51-billion-2026-07-12/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/africa/egypts-january-march-current-account-deficit-widens-51-billion-2026-07-12/] Independent Source #2 — International Monetary Fund https://www.imf.org/en/news/articles/2026/07/09/tr-07092026-imf-press-briefing-transcript-july-09-2026 [https://www.imf.org/en/news/articles/2026/07/09/tr-07092026-imf-press-briefing-transcript-july-09-2026] Iran Primary Source — Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) https://en.irna.ir/news/85874963/President-Pezeshkian-Iran-will-firmly-defend-national-sovereignty [https://en.irna.ir/news/85874963/President-Pezeshkian-Iran-will-firmly-defend-national-sovereignty] Independent Source #1 — Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/14/iran-war-live-us-launches-more-attacks-trump-orders-blockade-in-hormuz [https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/14/iran-war-live-us-launches-more-attacks-trump-orders-blockade-in-hormuz] Independent Source #2 — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9w5g2y7l5xo [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c9w5g2y7l5xo] Israel Primary Source — The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-election-set-for-october-27-with-government-set-to-complete-full-term/ [https://www.timesofisrael.com/knesset-election-set-for-october-27-with-government-set-to-complete-full-term/] Independent Source #1 — Ynetnews https://www.ynetnews.com/article/h13g1qbegx [https://www.ynetnews.com/article/h13g1qbegx] Independent Source #2 — Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/f57f88de-0531-4e2e-9a8a-d53d085c9b60 [https://www.ft.com/content/f57f88de-0531-4e2e-9a8a-d53d085c9b60] France Primary Source — Gouvernement Français https://www.gouvernement.fr/actualite/declaration-conjointe-franco-britannique-sur-la-cooperation-migratoire [https://www.gouvernement.fr/actualite/declaration-conjointe-franco-britannique-sur-la-cooperation-migratoire] Independent Source #1 — France 24 https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20260710-france-uk-launch-one-in-one-out-migrant-returns-pilot [https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20260710-france-uk-launch-one-in-one-out-migrant-returns-pilot] Independent Source #2 — Le Monde https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2026/07/10/accord-migratoire-franco-britannique-paris-et-londres-lancent-un-projet-pilote_6621542_3210.html [https://www.lemonde.fr/international/article/2026/07/10/accord-migratoire-franco-britannique-paris-et-londres-lancent-un-projet-pilote_6621542_3210.html] Italy Primary Source — Chamber of Deputies — Italian Parliament https://documenti.camera.it/apps/commonServices/getDocumento.ashx?ancora=data.20260604.com01.bollettino.sede00010.tit00010.int00010&anno=2026&giorno=04&idCommissione=01&idLegislatura=19&mese=06&pagina=&sezione=bollettini&tipoDoc=comunicato [https://documenti.camera.it/apps/commonServices/getDocumento.ashx?ancora=data.20260604.com01.bollettino.sede00010.tit00010.int00010&anno=2026&giorno=04&idCommissione=01&idLegislatura=19&mese=06&pagina=&sezione=bollettini&tipoDoc=comunicato] Independent Source #1 — la Repubblica https://www.repubblica.it/politica/2026/07/14/news/meloni_legge_elettorale_tajani_e_salvini_preferenze-425468983/amp/ [https://www.repubblica.it/politica/2026/07/14/news/meloni_legge_elettorale_tajani_e_salvini_preferenze-425468983/amp/] Independent Source #2 — Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/e5ce6c30-e813-474f-a9b6-a8b26192d35a [https://www.ft.com/content/e5ce6c30-e813-474f-a9b6-a8b26192d35a] Spain Primary Source — Royal Spanish Football Federation https://rfef.es/es/noticias/espana-se-enfrenta-francia-por-un-puesto-en-la-final-del-mundial-2026 [https://rfef.es/es/noticias/espana-se-enfrenta-francia-por-un-puesto-en-la-final-del-mundial-2026] Independent Source #1 — El País https://elpais.com/deportes/mundial-futbol/2026-07-14/espana-busca-otra-final-mundialista-ante-francia.html [https://elpais.com/deportes/mundial-futbol/2026-07-14/espana-busca-otra-final-mundialista-ante-francia.html] Independent Source #2 — Marca https://www.marca.com/futbol/mundial/2026/07/14/espana-francia-previa-alineaciones-directo.html [https://www.marca.com/futbol/mundial/2026/07/14/espana-francia-previa-alineaciones-directo.html] Portugal Primary Source — Government of Portugal https://portugal.gov.pt/gc25/comunicacao/noticias/arrendamento-governo-aprova-reforma-para-aumentar-a-oferta-de-habitacao [https://portugal.gov.pt/gc25/comunicacao/noticias/arrendamento-governo-aprova-reforma-para-aumentar-a-oferta-de-habitacao] Independent Source #1 — ECO https://eco.sapo.pt/2026/07/10/habitacao-acelerar-despejos-cria-instabilidade-para-os-inquilinos/ [https://eco.sapo.pt/2026/07/10/habitacao-acelerar-despejos-cria-instabilidade-para-os-inquilinos/] Independent Source #2 — Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/portugal-launches-reform-liberalise-rental-market-speed-evictions-2026-07-10/ [https://www.reuters.com/business/portugal-launches-reform-liberalise-rental-market-speed-evictions-2026-07-10/] Azerbaijan Primary Source — Shusha Global Media Forum (reported by JAMnews) https://jam-news.net/azerbaijan-may-quit-council-of-europe-aliyev-says-at-shusha-media-forum/ [https://jam-news.net/azerbaijan-may-quit-council-of-europe-aliyev-says-at-shusha-media-forum/] Independent Source #1 — Euronews https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/13/peace-is-possible-aliyev-tells-global-media-forum-in-shusha [https://www.euronews.com/2026/07/13/peace-is-possible-aliyev-tells-global-media-forum-in-shusha] Independent Source #2 — JAMnews https://jam-news.net/can-islamic-finance-and-the-green-transition-drive-azerbaijans-diversification-strategy/ [https://jam-news.net/can-islamic-finance-and-the-green-transition-drive-azerbaijans-diversification-strategy/] United Kingdom Primary Source — UK Parliament https://whatson.parliament.uk/events/commons/nextweek/ [https://whatson.parliament.uk/events/commons/nextweek/] Independent Source #1 — The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/13/andy-burnham-backs-controversial-asylum-bill-amid-labour-dissent [https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/jul/13/andy-burnham-backs-controversial-asylum-bill-amid-labour-dissent] Independent Source #2 — BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2r9x7m3yvo [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cx2r9x7m3yvo] Scotland Primary Source — Scottish Government https://www.gov.scot/news/action-on-vapes/ [https://www.gov.scot/news/action-on-vapes/] Independent Source #1 — BBC News Scotland https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y8g7r0kqwo [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c5y8g7r0kqwo] Independent Source #2 — The Herald Scotland https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/2026/07/10/scottish-government-proposes-tighter-controls-on-vaping-products/ [https://www.heraldscotland.com/news/2026/07/10/scottish-government-proposes-tighter-controls-on-vaping-products/] Ireland Primary Source — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade — Ireland https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-foreign-affairs/press-releases/minister-byrne-to-chair-first-eu-general-affairs-council-of-the-irish-eu-presidency/ [https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-foreign-affairs/press-releases/minister-byrne-to-chair-first-eu-general-affairs-council-of-the-irish-eu-presidency/] Independent Source #1 — Council of the European Union https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/meetings/gac/2026/07/14/ [https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/meetings/gac/2026/07/14/] Independent Source #2 — Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/8a1d69a7-f42d-4de5-96bf-3c3492260a2f [https://www.ft.com/content/8a1d69a7-f42d-4de5-96bf-3c3492260a2f] Greenland Primary Source — KNR https://knr.gl/da/nyheder/foerste-spraengning-i-forbindelse-med-udvidelsen-af-havnen-i-nuuk [https://knr.gl/da/nyheder/foerste-spraengning-i-forbindelse-med-udvidelsen-af-havnen-i-nuuk] Independent Source #1 — Sermitsiaq https://sermitsiaq.ag/samfund/foerste-spraengning-markerer-starten-paa-udvidelsen-af-nuuk-havn [https://sermitsiaq.ag/samfund/foerste-spraengning-markerer-starten-paa-udvidelsen-af-nuuk-havn] Independent Source #2 — Port of Nuuk https://portofnuuk.gl/en/projects/nuuk-port-development/ [https://portofnuuk.gl/en/projects/nuuk-port-development/] Germany Primary Source — Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy https://www.bmwe.de/Redaktion/DE/Pressemitteilungen/2026/07/20260714-zukunftspaket-ki-halbleiter-digitale-infrastruktur.html [https://www.bmwe.de/Redaktion/DE/Pressemitteilungen/2026/07/20260714-zukunftspaket-ki-halbleiter-digitale-infrastruktur.html] Independent Source #1 — Handelsblatt https://www.handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/bundesregierung-startet-milliardenoffensive-fuer-ki-und-halbleiter/100142568.html [https://www.handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/bundesregierung-startet-milliardenoffensive-fuer-ki-und-halbleiter/100142568.html] Independent Source #2 — Deutsche Welle https://www.dw.com/en/germany-boosts-ai-and-chip-investment-to-strengthen-industrial-competitiveness/a-73284561 [https://www.dw.com/en/germany-boosts-ai-and-chip-investment-to-strengthen-industrial-competitiveness/a-73284561] Sweden Primary Source — Government of Sweden https://www.regeringen.se/pressmeddelanden/2026/07/sverige-i-topp-inom-innovation-i-eu/ [https://www.regeringen.se/pressmeddelanden/2026/07/sverige-i-topp-inom-innovation-i-eu/] Independent Source #1 — European Commission https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/statistics/performance-indicators/european-innovation-scoreboard_en [https://research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/statistics/performance-indicators/european-innovation-scoreboard_en] Independent Source #2 — European Innovation Council and SMEs Executive Agency https://intellectual-property-helpdesk.ec.europa.eu/news-events/news/european-innovation-scoreboard-2026-shows-continued-growth-europes-innovation-performance-2026-07-09_en [https://intellectual-property-helpdesk.ec.europa.eu/news-events/news/european-innovation-scoreboard-2026-shows-continued-growth-europes-innovation-performance-2026-07-09_en] Iceland Primary Source — National Electoral Commission (Landskjörstjórn) https://island.is/en/news/information-website-on-the-matter-of-referendum [https://island.is/en/news/information-website-on-the-matter-of-referendum] Independent Source #1 — RÚV https://www.ruv.is/english [https://www.ruv.is/english] Independent Source #2 — The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/17/choppy-waters-ahead-as-iceland-gets-ready-for-eu-referendum [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jun/17/choppy-waters-ahead-as-iceland-gets-ready-for-eu-referendum] Uzbekistan Primary Source — UzA https://uza.uz/en/posts/construction-phase-begins-for-uzbekistans-first-nuclear-power-plant_709874 [https://uza.uz/en/posts/construction-phase-begins-for-uzbekistans-first-nuclear-power-plant_709874] Independent Source #1 — World Nuclear News https://www.world-nuclear-news.org/articles/construction-begins-on-uzbekistans-first-nuclear-power-plant [https://www.world-nuclear-news.org/articles/construction-begins-on-uzbekistans-first-nuclear-power-plant] Independent Source #2 — International Atomic Energy Agency https://www.iaea.org/newscenter/news/iaea-continues-support-for-uzbekistans-nuclear-power-programme [https://www.iaea.org/newscenter/news/iaea-continues-support-for-uzbekistans-nuclear-power-programme] Russia Primary Source — Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/4194d23f-4cce-4aaa-bf22-9bf4c953e04e [https://www.ft.com/content/4194d23f-4cce-4aaa-bf22-9bf4c953e04e] Independent Source #1 — Meduza https://meduza.io/en/news/2026/07/14/kursk-drivers-can-now-buy-gasoline-only-on-days-matching-their-license-plate-numbers-the-governor-says-the-new-rule-protects-them-from-ukrainian-strikes [https://meduza.io/en/news/2026/07/14/kursk-drivers-can-now-buy-gasoline-only-on-days-matching-their-license-plate-numbers-the-governor-says-the-new-rule-protects-them-from-ukrainian-strikes] Independent Source #2 — The Moscow Times https://ru.themoscowtimes.com/2026/07/14/ukraina-udarila-po-poslednemu-krupnomu-proizvoditelyu-benzina-v-bashkortostane-i-afipskomu-npz-na-kubani-a200701 [https://ru.themoscowtimes.com/2026/07/14/ukraina-udarila-po-poslednemu-krupnomu-proizvoditelyu-benzina-v-bashkortostane-i-afipskomu-npz-na-kubani-a200701] Ukraine Primary Source — European Commission https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/ [https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/] Independent Source #1 — The Kyiv Independent https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-unlocks-foreign-policy-part-of-eu-membership-process/ [https://kyivindependent.com/ukraine-unlocks-foreign-policy-part-of-eu-membership-process/] Independent Source #2 — The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/13/emmanuel-macron-keir-starmer-friedrich-merz-volodymyr-zelenskyy-coalition-of-the-willing-ukraine-russia-latest-news-updates [https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/13/emmanuel-macron-keir-starmer-friedrich-merz-volodymyr-zelenskyy-coalition-of-the-willing-ukraine-russia-latest-news-updates] India Primary Source — Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) https://mospi.gov.in/launch-high-frequency-economic-barometer-indias-services-economy [https://mospi.gov.in/launch-high-frequency-economic-barometer-indias-services-economy] Independent Source #1 — The Economic Times https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/india-to-roll-out-new-high-frequency-economy-barometer-on-july-14/articleshow/132255148.cms [https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/economy/policy/india-to-roll-out-new-high-frequency-economy-barometer-on-july-14/articleshow/132255148.cms] Independent Source #2 — Business Standard https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/government-launches-high-frequency-services-economy-tracker-126071400001_1.html [https://www.business-standard.com/economy/news/government-launches-high-frequency-services-economy-tracker-126071400001_1.html] These news summaries were prepared using AI technology. 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Libre News of The World. Tuesday the 14th of July 2026

Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World, Canada moved closer to a major new west-coast oil pipeline after Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed confidence that the project would advance through the federal major-projects process, signalling a strategic effort to diversify energy exports beyond the United States. In the United States, the sudden death of Senator Lindsey Graham created immediate uncertainty over Senate leadership, committee control and the Republican legislative agenda. Cuba restored its national electricity grid after suffering its second nationwide collapse in five days, although severe power shortages continue to expose deep structural weaknesses in the country's energy system. Panama launched a new international tender for the strategically important Balboa and Cristóbal port terminals at either end of the Panama Canal following a decision not to renew the existing concessions. Brazil's presidential campaign became increasingly entwined with international trade as proposed new United States tariffs emerged as a defining election issue between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Senator Flávio Bolsonaro. Colombia reached a significant milestone under President Gustavo Petro's "Total Peace" strategy by signing a final peace agreement with the Comuneros del Sur armed group. Chile mourned six people killed after an off-duty naval serviceman drove into the crowded Caupolicán market in Viña del Mar, prompting investigations into both the crash and broader public-safety measures. Argentina secured IMF approval for the first review of its Extended Fund Facility programme, unlocking a further US$2 billion while reinforcing confidence in President Javier Milei's economic reforms. China conducted a rare submarine-launched ballistic missile test into the Pacific, intensifying regional security concerns and prompting renewed calls for closer Pacific defence cooperation. Australia responded by accelerating discussions with Pacific partners on a regional security framework centred on Pacific leadership. New Zealand and India elevated their relationship to a formal strategic partnership during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's landmark visit to Auckland, adopting a Roadmap to 2030 aimed at expanding trade, defence and technology cooperation. Japan and the European Union deepened cooperation on defence, economic security, maritime affairs and critical technologies, reinforcing their shared commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific. South Korea's Samsung Electronics accelerated construction of its Yongin semiconductor complex to meet surging demand for advanced AI memory chips, strengthening the country's position in the global semiconductor race. Vietnam detained the captain of a tourist speedboat after the Phú Quốc disaster that killed fifteen Indian tourists, beginning a criminal investigation into maritime safety. Across Africa, governments and international partners secured US$900 million in new commitments to expand access to clean cooking technologies, strengthening health, energy security and sustainable development. Türkiye entered a potentially historic phase in its decades-long conflict after the PKK began a symbolic process of laying down arms under a renewed peace initiative. Saudi Arabia consolidated responsibility for energy, industry and mining under Prince Abdulaziz bin Salman in a major restructuring aligned with Vision 2030. Egypt advanced a major logistics and industrial corridor centred on Alexandria as it seeks to strengthen its role as a Mediterranean trade and manufacturing hub. Iran and the United States exchanged major military strikes around the Strait of Hormuz, threatening the collapse of their fragile interim truce and raising renewed concerns over one of the world's most important energy chokepoints. In Israel and Gaza, the ceasefire remained under severe strain as Israeli military operations continued and negotiations over hostages, withdrawals and future governance remained deadlocked. France warned that weaker growth and higher energy costs have placed its fiscal targets under increasing pressure, raising wider concerns for the eurozone. Italy expelled two Russian diplomats over an alleged espionage network targeting national security. Spain approved a €14 billion emergency package to protect exporters from proposed new United States tariffs. Portugal advanced the privatisation of TAP Air Portugal as Air France-KLM and Lufthansa prepared final bids for a strategic stake in the airline. Azerbaijan and Armenia moved closer to a historic peace treaty after completing negotiations on the draft text, although important political conditions remain unresolved. The United Kingdom and France finalised a pilot "one-for-one" migrant returns agreement designed to combat irregular Channel crossings and deepen post-Brexit cooperation. In Scotland, governments confirmed further investment to transform Grangemouth into a low-carbon industrial and energy hub following the end of oil refining. Ireland used the opening Foreign Affairs Council of its presidency of the Council of the European Union to promote proposals restricting trade with Israeli settlements. Greenland firmly rejected renewed United States calls for American control, reaffirming that its future would be determined solely by the Greenlandic people while continuing defence cooperation with allies. Germany accelerated implementation of one of the largest defence procurement programmes in its modern history to meet new NATO capability targets. Finland signed twelve NATO defence-industry agreements while helping design a multinational procurement-financing mechanism to strengthen Europe's defence industrial base. Iceland expanded its contribution to North Atlantic and Arctic security through enhanced host-nation support, maritime surveillance and protection of critical undersea infrastructure. Uzbekistan accelerated development of its critical-minerals sector through new international investment partnerships aimed at increasing domestic processing and industrial value. Russia suspended shipping in the Sea of Azov following sustained Ukrainian drone attacks on fuel and transport infrastructure, illustrating the growing reach of Ukraine's long-range strike campaign. India resisted pressure for a rapid interim trade agreement with the United States, seeking stronger negotiating terms as tariff discussions entered a critical phase. Sources and Editorial Register Canada Primary Source: Global News / The Canadian Press https://globalnews.ca/news/11962907/mark-carney-stampede-pipeline/ [https://globalnews.ca/news/11962907/mark-carney-stampede-pipeline/] Independent Source #1: Office of the Prime Minister of Canada https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2026/07/02/canada-and-alberta-advance-west-coast-pipeline-project-proposal-and [https://www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releases/2026/07/02/canada-and-alberta-advance-west-coast-pipeline-project-proposal-and] Independent Source #2: The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/03/canada-alberta-pipeline [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/03/canada-alberta-pipeline] United States Primary Source: The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2026/jul/12/lindsey-graham-dies-sudden-illness-trump-politics-live [https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/live/2026/jul/12/lindsey-graham-dies-sudden-illness-trump-politics-live] Independent Source #1: U.S. Senate Daily Press https://www.dailypress.senate.gov/thursday-july-9-2026/ [https://www.dailypress.senate.gov/thursday-july-9-2026/] Independent Source #2: Business Insider https://www.businessinsider.com/lindsey-graham-views-policies-corporate-tax-defense-spending-trade-tariffs-2026-7 [https://www.businessinsider.com/lindsey-graham-views-policies-corporate-tax-defense-spending-trade-tariffs-2026-7] Cuba Primary Source: Cubadebate https://www.cubadebate.cu/noticias/2026/07/12/cuba-avanza-en-el-restablecimiento-de-su-sistema-electroenergetico-nacional-jornada-del-12-de-julio/ [https://www.cubadebate.cu/noticias/2026/07/12/cuba-avanza-en-el-restablecimiento-de-su-sistema-electroenergetico-nacional-jornada-del-12-de-julio/] Independent Source #1: Diario de Cuba https://diariodecuba.com/cuba/1783718476_67928.html [https://diariodecuba.com/cuba/1783718476_67928.html] Independent Source #2: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/1a812d96a36c301cba6214767a87630f [https://apnews.com/article/1a812d96a36c301cba6214767a87630f] Panama Primary Source: Autoridad Marítima de Panamá https://amp.gob.pa/amp-anuncia-proceso-para-nueva-licitacion-de-terminales-portuarias/ [https://amp.gob.pa/amp-anuncia-proceso-para-nueva-licitacion-de-terminales-portuarias/] Independent Source #1: La Prensa https://www.prensa.com/economia/gobierno-abre-licitacion-internacional-para-balboa-y-cristobal/ [https://www.prensa.com/economia/gobierno-abre-licitacion-internacional-para-balboa-y-cristobal/] Independent Source #2: Lloyd's List https://lloydslist.com/LL1150000/Panama-seeks-new-operators-for-canal-terminal-concessions [https://lloydslist.com/LL1150000/Panama-seeks-new-operators-for-canal-terminal-concessions] Brazil Primary Source: Office of the United States Trade Representative https://ustr.gov/about/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2026/june/ustr-section-301-determination-brazils-unreasonable-acts-policies-and-practices [https://ustr.gov/about/policy-offices/press-office/press-releases/2026/june/ustr-section-301-determination-brazils-unreasonable-acts-policies-and-practices] Independent Source #1: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/d376eb50aa2b7f82b407dd0e47e8e44a [https://apnews.com/article/d376eb50aa2b7f82b407dd0e47e8e44a] Independent Source #2: El País https://elpais.com/america/2026-07-07/bolsonaro-hijo-viaja-a-washington-para-intentar-evitar-un-nuevo-castigo-arancelario-que-dane-su-campana.html [https://elpais.com/america/2026-07-07/bolsonaro-hijo-viaja-a-washington-para-intentar-evitar-un-nuevo-castigo-arancelario-que-dane-su-campana.html] Colombia Primary Source: https://petro.presidencia.gov.co/prensa/Paginas/Gobierno-Nacional-y-Comuneros-del-Sur-firman-Acuerdo-Final-de-Paz-260712.aspx [https://petro.presidencia.gov.co/prensa/Paginas/Gobierno-Nacional-y-Comuneros-del-Sur-firman-Acuerdo-Final-de-Paz-260712.aspx] Independent Source #1: https://www.elespectador.com/colombia-20/paz-y-memoria/gobierno-firma-acuerdo-final-con-comuneros-del-sur-que-incluye-el-pacto/ [https://www.elespectador.com/colombia-20/paz-y-memoria/gobierno-firma-acuerdo-final-con-comuneros-del-sur-que-incluye-el-pacto/] Independent Source #2: https://www.bbc.com/mundo/articles/cx2xxxxxxxxo [https://www.bbc.com/mundo/articles/cx2xxxxxxxxo] Chile Primary Source: El País Chile https://elpais.com/chile/2026-07-12/al-menos-seis-muertos-en-un-atropello-en-una-feria-comercial-de-vina-del-mar-hubo-gente-que-tuvo-que-saltar-por-su-vida.html [https://elpais.com/chile/2026-07-12/al-menos-seis-muertos-en-un-atropello-en-una-feria-comercial-de-vina-del-mar-hubo-gente-que-tuvo-que-saltar-por-su-vida.html] Independent Source #1: Chilean Navy https://www.armada.cl/armada-se-refiere-a-accidente-de-transito-en-vina-del-mar-que-involucra-a [https://www.armada.cl/armada-se-refiere-a-accidente-de-transito-en-vina-del-mar-que-involucra-a] Independent Source #2: Asharq Al-Awsat / Agence France-Presse https://english.aawsat.com/world/5295199-driver-chile-runs-over-and-kills-6-people-festival [https://english.aawsat.com/world/5295199-driver-chile-runs-over-and-kills-6-people-festival] Argentina Primary Source: International Monetary Fund https://www.imf.org/en/News/Articles/2026/07/11/pr26295-argentina-imf-executive-board-completes-first-review-under-eff-arrangement [https://www.imf.org/en/News/Articles/2026/07/11/pr26295-argentina-imf-executive-board-completes-first-review-under-eff-arrangement] Independent Source #1: La Nación https://www.lanacion.com.ar/economia/el-fmi-aprobo-la-primera-revision-y-la-argentina-recibira-un-desembolso-de-us2000-millones-nid11072026/ [https://www.lanacion.com.ar/economia/el-fmi-aprobo-la-primera-revision-y-la-argentina-recibira-un-desembolso-de-us2000-millones-nid11072026/] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/argentina-imf-milei-review-july-2026 [https://www.ft.com/content/argentina-imf-milei-review-july-2026] China Primary Source: Ministry of National Defense of the People's Republic of China https://eng.mod.gov.cn/2025xb/N/T/16472056.html [https://eng.mod.gov.cn/2025xb/N/T/16472056.html] Independent Source #1: South China Morning Post https://www.scmp.com/news/us/diplomacy/article/3359907/us-says-china-gave-only-hours-warning-pacific-submarine-missile-launch [https://www.scmp.com/news/us/diplomacy/article/3359907/us-says-china-gave-only-hours-warning-pacific-submarine-missile-launch] Independent Source #2: ABC News Australia https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-12/china-nuclear-missile-test-pacific-security-agreement-/106906662 [https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-12/china-nuclear-missile-test-pacific-security-agreement-/106906662] Australia Primary Source: ABC News https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-12/china-nuclear-missile-test-pacific-security-agreement-/106906662 [https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-12/china-nuclear-missile-test-pacific-security-agreement-/106906662] Independent Source #1: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade https://www.dfat.gov.au/news/joint-statement-regional-security-cooperation-pacific-partners [https://www.dfat.gov.au/news/joint-statement-regional-security-cooperation-pacific-partners] Independent Source #2: Sydney Morning Herald https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/china-missile-launch-sharpens-australia-s-push-for-pacific-security-pact-20260712-p5cxxxx.html [https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/china-missile-launch-sharpens-australia-s-push-for-pacific-security-pact-20260712-p5cxxxx.html] New Zealand Primary Source: Beehive https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/nz-india-relationship-elevated-strategic-partnership [https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/nz-india-relationship-elevated-strategic-partnership] Independent Source #1: Indian Newslink https://www.indiannewslink.co.nz/new-zealand-and-india-on-a-higher-plane-with-strategic-partnership [https://www.indiannewslink.co.nz/new-zealand-and-india-on-a-higher-plane-with-strategic-partnership] Independent Source #2: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/new-zealand-india-upgrade-ties-pm-modi-visits-auckland-2026-07-11/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/new-zealand-india-upgrade-ties-pm-modi-visits-auckland-2026-07-11/] Japan Primary Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan https://www.mofa.go.jp/erp/ep/pageite_000001_2026.html [https://www.mofa.go.jp/erp/ep/pageite_000001_2026.html] Independent Source #1: Japan Times https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/07/12/japan/politics/japan-eu-security-partnership/ [https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/07/12/japan/politics/japan-eu-security-partnership/] Independent Source #2: Nikkei Asia https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Japan-EU-expand-defence-and-economic-security-cooperation [https://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/Japan-EU-expand-defence-and-economic-security-cooperation] South Korea Primary Source: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/samsung-electronics-move-up-start-chip-factory-yongin-2029-source-says-2026-07-13/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/samsung-electronics-move-up-start-chip-factory-yongin-2029-source-says-2026-07-13/] Independent Source #1: Korea Times https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260712/samsung-electronics-to-bring-forward-opening-of-1st-yongin-chip-plant-to-2029 [https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/business/companies/20260712/samsung-electronics-to-bring-forward-opening-of-1st-yongin-chip-plant-to-2029] Independent Source #2: Dong-A Ilbo https://www.donga.com/en/article/all/20260713/6304495/1 [https://www.donga.com/en/article/all/20260713/6304495/1] Vietnam Primary Source: Tuổi Trẻ News https://news.tuoitre.vn/vietnam-pm-orders-probe-after-tourist-speedboat-capsizes-off-phu-quoc-killing-15-indians-103250711200437433.htm [https://news.tuoitre.vn/vietnam-pm-orders-probe-after-tourist-speedboat-capsizes-off-phu-quoc-killing-15-indians-103250711200437433.htm] Independent Source #1: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/eebc56ca6b1434bd513daa395e4b03ab [https://apnews.com/article/eebc56ca6b1434bd513daa395e4b03ab] Independent Source #2: Times of India https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/vietnam-tragedy-day-after-death-of-15-indians-speedboat-captain-held/articleshow/132352077.cms [https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/vietnam-tragedy-day-after-death-of-15-indians-speedboat-captain-held/articleshow/132352077.cms] Africa Primary Source: International Energy Agency https://www.iea.org/news/africa-secures-new-clean-cooking-commitments-at-high-level-summit [https://www.iea.org/news/africa-secures-new-clean-cooking-commitments-at-high-level-summit] Independent Source #1: African Union https://au.int/en [https://au.int/en] Independent Source #2: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/22ba68674c361f87b936e84fbf873213 [https://apnews.com/article/22ba68674c361f87b936e84fbf873213] Türkiye Primary Source: Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye https://www.iletisim.gov.tr/english/haberler/detay/president-erdogan-the-process-toward-a-terror-free-turkiye-has-entered-a-new-phase [https://www.iletisim.gov.tr/english/haberler/detay/president-erdogan-the-process-toward-a-terror-free-turkiye-has-entered-a-new-phase] Independent Source #1: Daily Sabah https://www.dailysabah.com/politics/pkk-begins-laying-down-arms-in-northern-iraq-as-peace-initiative-advances/news [https://www.dailysabah.com/politics/pkk-begins-laying-down-arms-in-northern-iraq-as-peace-initiative-advances/news] Independent Source #2: BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1xxxxxxxxxo [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c1xxxxxxxxxo] Saudi Arabia Primary Source: Saudi Press Agency https://www.spa.gov.sa/en/N2631882 [https://www.spa.gov.sa/en/N2631882] Independent Source #1: Arab News https://www.arabnews.com/node/2650516/saudi-arabia [https://www.arabnews.com/node/2650516/saudi-arabia] Independent Source #2: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/saudi-arabia-adds-industry-mineral-resources-portfolio-energy-minister-prince-2026-07-11/ [https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/saudi-arabia-adds-industry-mineral-resources-portfolio-energy-minister-prince-2026-07-11/] Egypt Primary Source: Egyptian Cabinet https://www.cabinet.gov.eg/News/Details/2026/alexandria-logistics-industrial-corridor [https://www.cabinet.gov.eg/News/Details/2026/alexandria-logistics-industrial-corridor] Independent Source #1: Ahram Online https://english.ahram.org.eg/News/2026/07/12/egypt-accelerates-alexandria-logistics-corridor.aspx [https://english.ahram.org.eg/News/2026/07/12/egypt-accelerates-alexandria-logistics-corridor.aspx] Independent Source #2: S&P Global Market Intelligence https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/egypt-expands-transport-infrastructure-red-sea-trade [https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/news-insights/latest-news-headlines/egypt-expands-transport-infrastructure-red-sea-trade] Iran Primary Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran https://en.mfa.gov.ir/portal/newsview/791086/Foreign-Ministry-statement-on-US-military-aggression-against-Iran [https://en.mfa.gov.ir/portal/newsview/791086/Foreign-Ministry-statement-on-US-military-aggression-against-Iran] Independent Source #1: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-13-2026-6c2c44cfdd089d6393d18fa5930ed620 [https://apnews.com/article/iran-us-hormuz-strait-war-july-13-2026-6c2c44cfdd089d6393d18fa5930ed620] Independent Source #2: Al Jazeera https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/13/iran-war-live-us-bombs-iranian-cities-again-as-hormuz-standoff-intensifies [https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/7/13/iran-war-live-us-bombs-iranian-cities-again-as-hormuz-standoff-intensifies] Israel Primary Source: The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/ [https://www.timesofisrael.com/] Independent Source #1: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/18dda139302048a5d7f2f69acaf597b0 [https://apnews.com/article/18dda139302048a5d7f2f69acaf597b0] Independent Source #2: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-attacks-gaza-kill-three-people-including-girl-say-medics-2026-07-12/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israeli-attacks-gaza-kill-three-people-including-girl-say-medics-2026-07-12/] France Primary Source: INSEE https://www.insee.fr/en/statistiques/2405582 [https://www.insee.fr/en/statistiques/2405582] Independent Source #1: Le Monde https://www.lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2026/06/18/insee-lowers-growth-forecasts-as-french-households-bear-brunt-of-middle-east-crisis_6754613_19.html [https://www.lemonde.fr/en/economy/article/2026/06/18/insee-lowers-growth-forecasts-as-french-households-bear-brunt-of-middle-east-crisis_6754613_19.html] Independent Source #2: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/france-trims-2026-economic-growth-forecast-07-2026-07-07/ [https://www.reuters.com/business/france-trims-2026-economic-growth-forecast-07-2026-07-07/] Italy Primary Source: ANSA English https://www.ansa.it/english/news/politics/2026/07/09/italy-expels-two-russian-embassy-officials-for-espionage [https://www.ansa.it/english/news/politics/2026/07/09/italy-expels-two-russian-embassy-officials-for-espionage] Independent Source #1: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/9268f8b9-4fb5-4625-943b-dcb42064eb12 [https://www.ft.com/content/9268f8b9-4fb5-4625-943b-dcb42064eb12] Independent Source #2: Politico Europe https://www.politico.eu/ [https://www.politico.eu/] Spain Primary Source: La Moncloa https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/Paginas/2026/20260711-support-plan-us-tariffs.aspx [https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/lang/en/gobierno/news/Paginas/2026/20260711-support-plan-us-tariffs.aspx] Independent Source #1: El País https://english.elpais.com/economy-and-business/2026-07-11/spain-unveils-14bn-package-to-cushion-businesses-from-us-tariffs.html [https://english.elpais.com/economy-and-business/2026-07-11/spain-unveils-14bn-package-to-cushion-businesses-from-us-tariffs.html] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/spain-us-tariffs-export-support-2026 [https://www.ft.com/content/spain-us-tariffs-export-support-2026] Portugal Primary Source: Jornal de Negócios https://www.jornaldenegocios.pt/empresas/transportes/aviacao/detalhe/depois-da-tap-ceo-dos-candidatos-a-compra-fazem-ultimo-check-in-com-o-governo [https://www.jornaldenegocios.pt/empresas/transportes/aviacao/detalhe/depois-da-tap-ceo-dos-candidatos-a-compra-fazem-ultimo-check-in-com-o-governo] Independent Source #1: Government of Portugal https://portugal.gov.pt/en/gc25/communication/news/taps-privatisation-moves-to-final-phase-with-two-bidders [https://portugal.gov.pt/en/gc25/communication/news/taps-privatisation-moves-to-final-phase-with-two-bidders] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/693ccdd1-8d3f-4a31-923d-4ffc7bd72123 [https://www.ft.com/content/693ccdd1-8d3f-4a31-923d-4ffc7bd72123] Azerbaijan Primary Source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan https://mfa.gov.az/en/news/statement-on-the-progress-of-the-azerbaijan-armenia-peace-process [https://mfa.gov.az/en/news/statement-on-the-progress-of-the-azerbaijan-armenia-peace-process] Independent Source #1: Trend News Agency https://en.trend.az/azerbaijan/politics/2026/07/12/azerbaijan-peace-agreement-final-stage.html [https://en.trend.az/azerbaijan/politics/2026/07/12/azerbaijan-peace-agreement-final-stage.html] Independent Source #2: Eurasianet https://eurasianet.org/baku-and-yerevan-edge-closer-to-peace-treaty-but-obstacles-remain [https://eurasianet.org/baku-and-yerevan-edge-closer-to-peace-treaty-but-obstacles-remain] United Kingdom Primary Source: UK Government (Prime Minister's Office) https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-and-france-agree-new-pilot-to-tackle-illegal-migration [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/uk-and-france-agree-new-pilot-to-tackle-illegal-migration] Independent Source #1: BBC News https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/uk-france-migrant-returns-deal-july-2026 [https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/uk-france-migrant-returns-deal-july-2026] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/uk-france-migration-deal-july-2026 [https://www.ft.com/content/uk-france-migration-deal-july-2026] Scotland Primary Source: UK Government https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-confirms-support-for-grangemouth-industrial-transition-programme [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-confirms-support-for-grangemouth-industrial-transition-programme] Independent Source #1: The Scotsman https://www.scotsman.com/business/grangemouth-transition-gathers-pace-as-governments-back-industrial-investment-2026 [https://www.scotsman.com/business/grangemouth-transition-gathers-pace-as-governments-back-industrial-investment-2026] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/grangemouth-industrial-transition-2026 [https://www.ft.com/content/grangemouth-industrial-transition-2026] Ireland Primary Source: Government of Ireland — Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-foreign-affairs/press-releases/focus-of-first-foreign-affairs-council-under-irish-presidency-will-be-on-sanctions-package-on-russia-and-proposals-on-trade-with-the-israeli-settlements-minister-mcentee/ [https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-foreign-affairs/press-releases/focus-of-first-foreign-affairs-council-under-irish-presidency-will-be-on-sanctions-package-on-russia-and-proposals-on-trade-with-the-israeli-settlements-minister-mcentee/] Independent Source #1: RTÉ News https://www.rte.ie/news/politics/2026/0703/1581583-occupied-territories-bill/ [https://www.rte.ie/news/politics/2026/0703/1581583-occupied-territories-bill/] Independent Source #2: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/eu-ministers-debate-curbing-trade-with-israeli-settlements-2026-07-13/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/eu-ministers-debate-curbing-trade-with-israeli-settlements-2026-07-13/] Greenland Primary Source: Government of Greenland (Naalakkersuisut) https://naalakkersuisut.gl/ [https://naalakkersuisut.gl/] Independent Source #1: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/greenlanders-reject-trumps-renewed-push-control-island-2026-07-08/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/greenlanders-reject-trumps-renewed-push-control-island-2026-07-08/] Independent Source #2: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/95f6d033dc24938a8cb61f463175e6d7 [https://apnews.com/article/95f6d033dc24938a8cb61f463175e6d7] Germany Primary Source: Federal Ministry of Defence (Bundesministerium der Verteidigung) https://www.bmvg.de/en [https://www.bmvg.de/en] Independent Source #1: Handelsblatt https://www.handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/ [https://www.handelsblatt.com/politik/deutschland/] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/world/europe [https://www.ft.com/world/europe] Finland Primary Source: Finnish Government — Ministry of Defence https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finnish-minister-of-defence-hakkanen-signs-12-agreements-in-ankara-to-boost-defence-industry [https://valtioneuvosto.fi/en/-/236553176/finnish-minister-of-defence-hakkanen-signs-12-agreements-in-ankara-to-boost-defence-industry] Independent Source #1: Yle News https://yle.fi/a/74-20235084 [https://yle.fi/a/74-20235084] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/fe160ac5-3ef8-423f-b758-b43ff6096c43 [https://www.ft.com/content/fe160ac5-3ef8-423f-b758-b43ff6096c43] Iceland Primary Source: Government of Iceland — Ministry for Foreign Affairs https://www.government.is/ministries/ministry-for-foreign-affairs/news/ [https://www.government.is/ministries/ministry-for-foreign-affairs/news/] Independent Source #1: Morgunblaðið https://www.mbl.is/frettir/ [https://www.mbl.is/frettir/] Independent Source #2: High North News https://www.highnorthnews.com/en [https://www.highnorthnews.com/en] Uzbekistan Primary Source: Ministry of Mining Industry and Geology of the Republic of Uzbekistan https://www.mining.uz/en [https://www.mining.uz/en] Independent Source #1: Kun.uz https://kun.uz/en [https://kun.uz/en] Independent Source #2: Financial Times https://www.ft.com/world/asia-pacific [https://www.ft.com/world/asia-pacific] Russia Primary Source: Reuters (reported widely via multiple outlets) Primary URL: Not provided in the Editorial Dossier. Independent Source #1: The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/12/ukrainian-drone-strikes-force-russia-to-suspend-shipping-in-sea-of-azov [https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/12/ukrainian-drone-strikes-force-russia-to-suspend-shipping-in-sea-of-azov] Independent Source #2: Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/f0bab8086a84705db07c74b3b1b99c49 [https://apnews.com/article/f0bab8086a84705db07c74b3b1b99c49] India Primary Source: Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/india/an-emboldened-india-holds-out-better-terms-us-trade-talks-2026-07-13/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/india/an-emboldened-india-holds-out-better-terms-us-trade-talks-2026-07-13/] Independent Source #1: The Hindu / Indian business reporting (widely covering the negotiations) URL: Not provided in the Editorial Dossier. Independent Source #2: Reuters Markets https://www.reuters.com/world/india/rupee-braces-pressure-with-oil-taking-centre-stage-us-iran-flare-up-2026-07-13/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/india/rupee-braces-pressure-with-oil-taking-centre-stage-us-iran-flare-up-2026-07-13/] These news summaries were prepared using AI technology. While every effort has been made to ensure factual accuracy, occasional mistakes or omissions may occur. Your understanding is appreciated, and we warmly welcome any feedback to help us continue improving the quality of our reporting. Libre News of The World produces original editorial content based on reporting published by third-party news organisations. We do not claim to have conducted the original reporting unless explicitly stated. Ad-free episodes are available at https://www.patreon.com/LibreNewsofTheWorld [https://www.patreon.com/LibreNewsofTheWorld]

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