Libre News of the World. Friday the 29th of May 2026

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Subscribe today so you never miss an episode! Today on Libre News of The World, governments around the world responded to an increasingly uncertain international environment shaped by geopolitical conflict, economic reform, climate pressures and technological competition. In North America, Canada warned that worsening heat and drought have dramatically increased national wildfire risks as hundreds of active fires continue to burn across the country. The United States intensified pressure on Iran by ordering a renewed naval blockade while Tehran threatened to expand disruption beyond the Strait of Hormuz, raising fears for global energy markets and international shipping. Mexico strengthened its long-term economic strategy as the European Union completed approval of the modernised EU–Mexico trade agreement, opening the way for broader market access and deeper investment ties. Antigua and Barbuda approved strict conditions governing any future migrant-transfer agreement with the United States, placing national security ahead of efforts to ease American visa restrictions. Across South America, Brazil approved an increase in the mandatory ethanol content of gasoline to strengthen domestic energy security amid volatile global oil markets, while Colombia completed its transition to a 42-hour working week without reducing employee pay, creating a major test of productivity and labour-market reform. Chile declared a preventive emergency across ten regions ahead of a powerful atmospheric river expected to bring flooding, landslides and severe winter weather. Argentina launched one of its most significant economic liberalisation measures in years by deregulating the liquefied petroleum gas market and removing decades of government price controls. China released closely watched second-quarter economic data showing growth slowing as policymakers weigh further stimulus measures, while Australia unveiled a sweeping national artificial intelligence strategy including the creation of a new Office of AI and tighter standards for major data centres. New Zealand confirmed its first detection of H5 bird flu in a wild seabird, prompting heightened biosecurity monitoring while authorities stressed there was no evidence of infection in commercial poultry. Japan reported its first monthly trade deficit in three months as weaker exports highlighted growing pressure from international tariffs, and South Korea's President Lee Jae Myung launched a government-wide initiative aimed at lifting the country's long-term economic growth potential through structural reform and innovation. Vietnam outlined an ambitious second-half economic strategy centred on faster public investment, institutional reform and infrastructure development as it pursues one of Asia's most ambitious growth targets, while South Africa advanced electricity-sector reform by launching a new procurement programme for privately financed transmission infrastructure designed to unlock future renewable-energy investment. Turkey began parliamentary debate on landmark climate legislation designed to establish a national carbon market and help exporters remain competitive under the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. Saudi Arabia approved a new State Revenues Law alongside a dedicated international training visa as part of its Vision 2030 modernisation programme. Egypt launched the first fully automated customs system at Ain Sokhna Port to accelerate cargo processing and strengthen its position as a regional logistics hub. Regional tensions remained high as Iran warned that continued military escalation could threaten energy exports across the Gulf, while Israel and Lebanon opened United States-mediated implementation talks aimed at translating a recent framework agreement into lasting security arrangements along their shared border. France transformed its Bastille Day celebrations into a demonstration of European military unity, hosting allied troops in a symbolic show of continued support for Ukraine. Italy moved to appoint a new president of Consob, ending months of uncertainty at its financial markets regulator during a period of major banking consolidation. Spain unveiled a €1.3 billion package to strengthen cybersecurity and defence technology, reflecting Europe's growing focus on digital resilience and strategic autonomy. New demographic projections placed Portugal among the European countries facing the greatest regional population decline by 2050, highlighting long-term challenges for labour markets, public finances and regional development. Azerbaijan strengthened its role in European energy security by expanding discussions with Slovakia on long-term natural gas supplies through the Southern Gas Corridor. The United Kingdom launched a major programme of financial-sector reforms designed to unlock investment, strengthen lending to businesses and reinforce London's position as a global financial centre, while Scotland warned that future UK electricity-grid planning could threaten billions of pounds in offshore wind investment associated with the ScotWind programme. Ireland used the opening of its European Union Council Presidency to prioritise the digital euro, deeper European capital markets and greater cross-border investment integration. Greenland officially entered the construction phase of its Nuuk Port expansion, marking another important step in strengthening Arctic shipping infrastructure. Germany approved a major package of bureaucracy-cutting reforms intended to reduce administrative costs for businesses and improve national competitiveness. Finland summoned Russia's ambassador following the exposure of a coordinated cyber-espionage campaign targeting European governments and businesses, reinforcing Europe's increasingly unified response to cyber threats. Iceland implemented significant reforms to its foreign workers' permit system by transferring processing responsibilities to the Directorate of Immigration in an effort to simplify recruitment and improve labour-market administration. Uzbekistan expanded international technology partnerships through new engagement with Asian technology firms as it seeks to position itself as Central Asia's leading digital innovation hub. Russia signalled that further interest-rate reductions may follow as the Kremlin attempts to balance slowing civilian economic activity with the financial demands of its wartime economy. Ukraine launched one of its largest wartime government reshuffles to strengthen executive leadership, defence coordination and international diplomacy as it continues seeking sustained support from Western partners. India and the United Kingdom brought their landmark free trade agreement into force, opening a new chapter in bilateral commerce by lowering tariffs, expanding market access and encouraging long-term investment between two of the world's largest economies. Canada * Government of Canada (Public Safety Canada) https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/the-government-of-canada-provides-an-update-regarding-the-2026-wildfire-season--july-update.html [https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2026/07/the-government-of-canada-provides-an-update-regarding-the-2026-wildfire-season--july-update.html] * Global News https://globalnews.ca/news/11965278/bc-current-wildfire-drought-conditions-july-14/ [https://globalnews.ca/news/11965278/bc-current-wildfire-drought-conditions-july-14/] * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/wildfires-rage-across-europe-north-america-2026-07-14/ [https://www.reuters.com/sustainability/wildfires-rage-across-europe-north-america-2026-07-14/] United States * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-threatens-block-more-vital-seaways-trump-orders-renewed-iran-blockade-2026-07-15/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/iran-threatens-block-more-vital-seaways-trump-orders-renewed-iran-blockade-2026-07-15/] * Axios https://www.axios.com/2026/07/15/trump-situation-room-iran-bombing [https://www.axios.com/2026/07/15/trump-situation-room-iran-bombing] * The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/15/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-trump-power-plants-bridges-middle-east-crisis-latest-news [https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2026/jul/15/us-iran-war-live-updates-strikes-trump-power-plants-bridges-middle-east-crisis-latest-news] Mexico * EuroEFE https://efe.com/euro-efe/2026-07-14/ue-acuerdo-comercial-mexico/ [https://efe.com/euro-efe/2026-07-14/ue-acuerdo-comercial-mexico/] * Council of the European Union https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/policies/trade-policy/mexico/ [https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/policies/trade-policy/mexico/] * El Economista https://www.eleconomista.com.mx/empresas/ue-concluye-ratificacion-del-acuerdo-comercial-modernizado-con-mexico-20260714.html [https://www.eleconomista.com.mx/empresas/ue-concluye-ratificacion-del-acuerdo-comercial-modernizado-con-mexico-20260714.html] Antigua and Barbuda * Antigua Observer https://antiguaobserver.com/visa-restrictions-preferable-to-accepting-criminals-pm-says/ [https://antiguaobserver.com/visa-restrictions-preferable-to-accepting-criminals-pm-says/] * Antigua News Room https://antiguanewsroom.com/antigua-and-barbuda-parliament-passes-resolution-setting-strict-terms-for-any-us-third-country-transfer-agreement/ [https://antiguanewsroom.com/antigua-and-barbuda-parliament-passes-resolution-setting-strict-terms-for-any-us-third-country-transfer-agreement/] * The White House https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/12/restricting-and-limiting-the-entry-of-foreign-nationals-to-protect-the-security-of-the-united-states/ [https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/2025/12/restricting-and-limiting-the-entry-of-foreign-nationals-to-protect-the-security-of-the-united-states/] Brazil * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/brazil-raises-mandatory-ethanol-blend-gasoline-32-30-2026-07-14/ [https://www.reuters.com/business/energy/brazil-raises-mandatory-ethanol-blend-gasoline-32-30-2026-07-14/] * Agência Brasil https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br/economia/noticia/2026-07/cnpe-aprova-aumento-da-mistura-obrigatoria-de-etanol-na-gasolina-para-32 [https://agenciabrasil.ebc.com.br/economia/noticia/2026-07/cnpe-aprova-aumento-da-mistura-obrigatoria-de-etanol-na-gasolina-para-32] * Valor Econômico https://valor.globo.com/brasil/noticia/2026/07/14/cnpe-aprova-gasolina-com-mistura-de-32-de-etanol.ghtml [https://valor.globo.com/brasil/noticia/2026/07/14/cnpe-aprova-gasolina-com-mistura-de-32-de-etanol.ghtml] Colombia * Departamento Administrativo de la Función Pública https://www.funcionpublica.gov.co/eva/gestornormativo/norma.php?i=166506 [https://www.funcionpublica.gov.co/eva/gestornormativo/norma.php?i=166506] * El Colombiano https://www.elcolombiano.com/negocios/jornada-laboral-reduccion-42-horas-colombia-ocde-DB38824744 [https://www.elcolombiano.com/negocios/jornada-laboral-reduccion-42-horas-colombia-ocde-DB38824744] * Caracol Radio https://caracol.com.co/2026/07/15/el-15-de-julio-comienza-la-jornada-laboral-de-42-horas-estos-son-los-cambios-para-trabajadores/ [https://caracol.com.co/2026/07/15/el-15-de-julio-comienza-la-jornada-laboral-de-42-horas-estos-son-los-cambios-para-trabajadores/] Chile * Government of Chile https://www.gob.cl/noticias/gobierno-declara-emergencia-preventiva-en-diez-regiones-y-refuerza-despliegue-ante-sistema-frontal/ [https://www.gob.cl/noticias/gobierno-declara-emergencia-preventiva-en-diez-regiones-y-refuerza-despliegue-ante-sistema-frontal/] * El País América https://elpais.com/chile/2026-07-14/sistema-frontal-en-chile-desde-cuando-comenzara-a-llover-en-santiago-las-regiones-con-suspension-de-clases-y-que-implica-la-emergencia-preventiva.html [https://elpais.com/chile/2026-07-14/sistema-frontal-en-chile-desde-cuando-comenzara-a-llover-en-santiago-las-regiones-con-suspension-de-clases-y-que-implica-la-emergencia-preventiva.html] * Dirección Meteorológica de Chile https://www.meteochile.gob.cl/PortalDMC-web/ [https://www.meteochile.gob.cl/PortalDMC-web/] Argentina * Boletín Oficial de la República Argentina https://www.boletinoficial.gob.ar/detalleAviso/primera/327991/20260714 [https://www.boletinoficial.gob.ar/detalleAviso/primera/327991/20260714] * La Nación https://www.lanacion.com.ar/economia/el-gobierno-desregula-el-mercado-del-gas-licuado-y-elimina-controles-historicos-nid14072026/ [https://www.lanacion.com.ar/economia/el-gobierno-desregula-el-mercado-del-gas-licuado-y-elimina-controles-historicos-nid14072026/] * Ámbito Financiero https://www.ambito.com/economia/el-gobierno-oficializo-la-desregulacion-del-mercado-glp-n6178459 [https://www.ambito.com/economia/el-gobierno-oficializo-la-desregulacion-del-mercado-glp-n6178459] China * National Bureau of Statistics of China https://www.stats.gov.cn/english/ [https://www.stats.gov.cn/english/] * Caixin Global https://www.caixinglobal.com/ [https://www.caixinglobal.com/] * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/china/chinas-q2-growth-set-lose-steam-stimulus-remain-calibrated-2026-07-14/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/china/chinas-q2-growth-set-lose-steam-stimulus-remain-calibrated-2026-07-14/] Australia * Prime Minister and Cabinet https://www.pmc.gov.au/ [https://www.pmc.gov.au/] * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/australia-establish-government-ai-office-coordinate-regulation-2026-07-14/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/australia-establish-government-ai-office-coordinate-regulation-2026-07-14/] * The Guardian Australia https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jul/15/australia-news-live-ceo-pay-anthony-albanese-palestine-gaza-ai-artificial-intelligence-datacentres-copyright-royal-commission-antisemitism-labor-ntwnfb [https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jul/15/australia-news-live-ceo-pay-anthony-albanese-palestine-gaza-ai-artificial-intelligence-datacentres-copyright-royal-commission-antisemitism-labor-ntwnfb] New Zealand * Beehive (New Zealand Government) https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/h5-bird-flu-confirmed-new-zealand [https://www.beehive.govt.nz/release/h5-bird-flu-confirmed-new-zealand] * 1News https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/07/15/case-of-h5-bird-flu-confirmed-in-new-zealand/ [https://www.1news.co.nz/2026/07/15/case-of-h5-bird-flu-confirmed-in-new-zealand/] * Farmers Weekly https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/mpi-confirms-h5-bird-flu-detection-in-new-zealand/ [https://www.farmersweekly.co.nz/news/mpi-confirms-h5-bird-flu-detection-in-new-zealand/] Japan * Ministry of Finance Japan https://www.customs.go.jp/toukei/info/index_e.htm [https://www.customs.go.jp/toukei/info/index_e.htm] * The Japan Times https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/07/15/economy/japan-june-trade-balance/ [https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2026/07/15/economy/japan-june-trade-balance/] * Nikkei Asia https://asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Japan-s-June-trade-swings-into-deficit-as-auto-exports-weaken [https://asia.nikkei.com/Economy/Japan-s-June-trade-swings-into-deficit-as-auto-exports-weaken] South Korea * Republic of Korea Policy Briefing https://www.korea.kr/briefing/presidentView.do?newsId=148968136&pWise=sub&pWiseSub=C4 [https://www.korea.kr/briefing/presidentView.do?newsId=148968136&pWise=sub&pWiseSub=C4] * Yonhap News Agency https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260714003500315 [https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260714003500315] * The Korea Herald https://www.koreaherald.com/ [https://www.koreaherald.com/] * VietnamPlus / Vietnam News Agency https://en.vietnamplus.vn/finance-ministry-outlines-priorities-to-keep-economy-on-track-for-growth-target-post348301.vnp [https://en.vietnamplus.vn/finance-ministry-outlines-priorities-to-keep-economy-on-track-for-growth-target-post348301.vnp] * Việt Nam News https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1785406/finance-ministry-outlines-priorities-to-keep-economy-on-track-for-growth-target.html [https://vietnamnews.vn/economy/1785406/finance-ministry-outlines-priorities-to-keep-economy-on-track-for-growth-target.html] * Vietnam Investment Review https://vir.com.vn/capital-channel-reform-critical-to-vietnams-next-growth-phase-156755.html [https://vir.com.vn/capital-channel-reform-critical-to-vietnams-next-growth-phase-156755.html] South Africa * Department of Electricity and Energy https://www.gov.za/news/media-statements/minister-electricity-and-energy-announces-launch-independent-transmission-projects-procurement-programme-14-jul-2026 [https://www.gov.za/news/media-statements/minister-electricity-and-energy-announces-launch-independent-transmission-projects-procurement-programme-14-jul-2026] * Engineering News https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/south-africa-launches-independent-transmission-procurement-programme-2026-07-14 [https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/south-africa-launches-independent-transmission-procurement-programme-2026-07-14] * Daily Maverick https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-07-14-government-opens-new-chapter-in-electricity-reform-with-transmission-investment-drive/ [https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2026-07-14-government-opens-new-chapter-in-electricity-reform-with-transmission-investment-drive/] Turkey * Grand National Assembly of Türkiye (TBMM) https://www.tbmm.gov.tr/GenelKurul/Gundem [https://www.tbmm.gov.tr/GenelKurul/Gundem] * Daily Sabah https://www.dailysabah.com/business/economy/parliament-resumes-debate-on-turkiyes-landmark-climate-law [https://www.dailysabah.com/business/economy/parliament-resumes-debate-on-turkiyes-landmark-climate-law] * Hürriyet Daily News https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/climate-bill-returns-to-parliament-as-turkiye-eyes-greener-exports-211842 [https://www.hurriyetdailynews.com/climate-bill-returns-to-parliament-as-turkiye-eyes-greener-exports-211842] Saudi Arabia * Saudi Press Agency https://www.spa.gov.sa/en/N2633973 [https://www.spa.gov.sa/en/N2633973] * Saudi Gazette https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/662982 [https://saudigazette.com.sa/article/662982] * Arab News https://www.arabnews.com/node/2650870/business-economy [https://www.arabnews.com/node/2650870/business-economy] Egypt * Ministry of Finance (Egypt) https://www.mof.gov.eg/en/posts/finance-minister-announces-launch-of-fully-automated-customs-system-at-ain-sokhna-port [https://www.mof.gov.eg/en/posts/finance-minister-announces-launch-of-fully-automated-customs-system-at-ain-sokhna-port] * Egypt Today https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/141266/Egypt-launches-automated-customs-system-at-Ain-Sokhna-Port [https://www.egypttoday.com/Article/3/141266/Egypt-launches-automated-customs-system-at-Ain-Sokhna-Port] * Ahram Online https://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/3/12/549821/Business/Economy/Automated-customs-platform-begins-operation-at-Ain-Sokhna-Port.aspx [https://english.ahram.org.eg/NewsContent/3/12/549821/Business/Economy/Automated-customs-platform-begins-operation-at-Ain-Sokhna-Port.aspx] Iran * Press TV https://www.presstv.ir/Detail/2026/07/14/772257/IRGC-pounds-US-military-facilities-Bahrain-Kuwait-warns-oil-exports-at-risk [https://www.presstv.ir/Detail/2026/07/14/772257/IRGC-pounds-US-military-facilities-Bahrain-Kuwait-warns-oil-exports-at-risk] * Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC News) https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-15/iran-united-states-war-blog-july-15-2026/106915662 [https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-07-15/iran-united-states-war-blog-july-15-2026/106915662] * Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/b7c592f269d822407dd6b5641602bf25 [https://apnews.com/article/b7c592f269d822407dd6b5641602bf25] Israel * Office of the Prime Minister of Israel https://www.gov.il/en/departments/prime_ministers_office [https://www.gov.il/en/departments/prime_ministers_office] * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/lebanon-israel-hold-us-brokered-talks-rome-implement-framework-deal-2026-07-14/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/lebanon-israel-hold-us-brokered-talks-rome-implement-framework-deal-2026-07-14/] * The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/the-daily-edition/2026-07-14/ [https://www.timesofisrael.com/the-daily-edition/2026-07-14/] France * Élysée Palace https://www.elysee.fr/emmanuel-macron/2026/07/13/deplacement-a-lhotel-de-brienne [https://www.elysee.fr/emmanuel-macron/2026/07/13/deplacement-a-lhotel-de-brienne] * Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/d78621ef18de51b16c8ab99e2bf43f4b [https://apnews.com/article/d78621ef18de51b16c8ab99e2bf43f4b] * The Wall Street Journal https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/on-bastille-day-macron-offers-spectacle-of-european-military-might-fa5cea62 [https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/on-bastille-day-macron-offers-spectacle-of-european-military-might-fa5cea62] Italy * Presidency of the Council of Ministers https://www.governo.it/en/node/32336 [https://www.governo.it/en/node/32336] * ANSA https://www.ansa.it/sito/notizie/economia/2026/07/14/il-governo-scioglie-il-nodo-consob-si-tratta-sul-pacchetto-di-nomine_6f1dbb5a-2103-41a0-9881-52a316d36b48.html [https://www.ansa.it/sito/notizie/economia/2026/07/14/il-governo-scioglie-il-nodo-consob-si-tratta-sul-pacchetto-di-nomine_6f1dbb5a-2103-41a0-9881-52a316d36b48.html] * SoldiOnline https://www.soldionline.it/notizie/economia-politica/consob-il-governo-avvia-la-nomina-di-guido-stazi-cosa-significa [https://www.soldionline.it/notizie/economia-politica/consob-il-governo-avvia-la-nomina-di-guido-stazi-cosa-significa] Spain * La Moncloa https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/consejodeministros/Paginas/enlaces/150726-enlace-consejo-de-ministros.aspx [https://www.lamoncloa.gob.es/consejodeministros/Paginas/enlaces/150726-enlace-consejo-de-ministros.aspx] * El País https://elpais.com/economia/2026-07-15/el-gobierno-acelera-la-inversion-en-ciberseguridad-y-tecnologia-de-defensa.html [https://elpais.com/economia/2026-07-15/el-gobierno-acelera-la-inversion-en-ciberseguridad-y-tecnologia-de-defensa.html] * Cinco Días https://cincodias.elpais.com/economia/2026-07-15/espana-impulsa-un-nuevo-plan-para-reforzar-la-ciberseguridad-y-la-industria-de-defensa.html [https://cincodias.elpais.com/economia/2026-07-15/espana-impulsa-un-nuevo-plan-para-reforzar-la-ciberseguridad-y-la-industria-de-defensa.html] Portugal * Eurostat https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Population_projections_at_regional_level [https://ec.europa.eu/eurostat/statistics-explained/index.php?title=Population_projections_at_regional_level] * Jornal de Negócios https://www.jornaldenegocios.pt/economia/conjuntura/detalhe/populacao-devera-cair-em-70-das-regioes-europeias-ate-2050-portugal-e-dos-mais-afetados [https://www.jornaldenegocios.pt/economia/conjuntura/detalhe/populacao-devera-cair-em-70-das-regioes-europeias-ate-2050-portugal-e-dos-mais-afetados] * The Portugal News https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2026-07-14/european-union-population-to-peak-at-4533-million-in-2029/1055085 [https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2026-07-14/european-union-population-to-peak-at-4533-million-in-2029/1055085] Azerbaijan * Official Website of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan https://president.az/en/articles/view/73002 [https://president.az/en/articles/view/73002] * APA News https://en.apa.az/economy/slovakia-seeks-long-term-gas-supply-agreement-with-azerbaijan-472781 [https://en.apa.az/economy/slovakia-seeks-long-term-gas-supply-agreement-with-azerbaijan-472781] * Report News Agency https://report.az/en/energy/slovakia-seeks-to-import-1-2-bcm-of-gas-from-azerbaijan-annually/ [https://report.az/en/energy/slovakia-seeks-to-import-1-2-bcm-of-gas-from-azerbaijan-annually/] United Kingdom * HM Treasury https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/mansion-house-2026 [https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/mansion-house-2026] * Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/a886953b-fd1a-4805-8337-e88f41a22679 [https://www.ft.com/content/a886953b-fd1a-4805-8337-e88f41a22679] * The Guardian https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/09/invest-in-britain-force-you-peter-kyle-pension-funds [https://www.theguardian.com/business/2026/jul/09/invest-in-britain-force-you-peter-kyle-pension-funds] Scotland * Crown Estate Scotland https://www.crownestatescotland.com/what-we-do/scotwind [https://www.crownestatescotland.com/what-we-do/scotwind] * The Times https://www.thetimes.com/uk/scotland/article/scotwinds-96bn-renewable-plans-threatened-by-westminster-blueprint-dlt32rhjr [https://www.thetimes.com/uk/scotland/article/scotwinds-96bn-renewable-plans-threatened-by-westminster-blueprint-dlt32rhjr] * Scottish Government https://www.gov.scot/publications/scottish-economic-bulletin-july-2026/ [https://www.gov.scot/publications/scottish-economic-bulletin-july-2026/] Ireland * Department of Finance, Ireland https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-finance/press-releases/t%C3%A1naiste-to-present-irelands-presidency-priorities-to-the-european-parliaments-committee-on-economic-and-monetary-affairs/ [https://www.gov.ie/en/department-of-finance/press-releases/t%C3%A1naiste-to-present-irelands-presidency-priorities-to-the-european-parliaments-committee-on-economic-and-monetary-affairs/] * European Parliament https://www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en/document/ECTI_BRI%282026%29784057 [https://www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en/document/ECTI_BRI%282026%29784057] * RTÉ News https://www.rte.ie/news/2026/0715/1583400-tanaiste-brussels-eu/ [https://www.rte.ie/news/2026/0715/1583400-tanaiste-brussels-eu/] Greenland * Kalaallit Nunaata Radioa (KNR) https://knr.gl/da/nyheder [https://knr.gl/da/nyheder] * Sermitsiaq.AG https://www.sermitsiaq.ag/ [https://www.sermitsiaq.ag/] * Visit Greenland https://visitgreenland.com/ [https://visitgreenland.com/] Germany * Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWE) https://www.bundeswirtschaftsministerium.de/Redaktion/DE/Pressemitteilungen/Wirtschaftliche-Lage/2026/20260714-wirt-lage-deutschland-juli-2026.html [https://www.bundeswirtschaftsministerium.de/Redaktion/DE/Pressemitteilungen/Wirtschaftliche-Lage/2026/20260714-wirt-lage-deutschland-juli-2026.html] * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/germany-approve-600-million-package-cut-red-tape-2026-07-14/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/germany-approve-600-million-package-cut-red-tape-2026-07-14/] * Deutscher Industrie- und Handelskammertag (DIHK) https://www.dihk.de/ [https://www.dihk.de/] Finland * Council of the European Union https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/07/13/cyber-russia-statement-by-the-high-representative-on-behalf-of-the-european-union-denouncing-russia-s-malicious-cyber-ecosystem-targeting-the-eu-its-member-states-and-international-partners/ [https://www.consilium.europa.eu/en/press/press-releases/2026/07/13/cyber-russia-statement-by-the-high-representative-on-behalf-of-the-european-union-denouncing-russia-s-malicious-cyber-ecosystem-targeting-the-eu-its-member-states-and-international-partners/] * Yle News https://yle.fi/a/74-20236235 [https://yle.fi/a/74-20236235] * Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/1d3c542e1409b54a10856eacad18b7ca [https://apnews.com/article/1d3c542e1409b54a10856eacad18b7ca] Iceland * Government of Iceland (Ísland.is) https://island.is/en/news/amendments-to-the-act-on-foreign-nationals-right-to-work-have-entered-into-force [https://island.is/en/news/amendments-to-the-act-on-foreign-nationals-right-to-work-have-entered-into-force] * Statistics Iceland https://www.statice.is/publications/news-archive/external-trade/trade-in-goods-in-june-2026-preliminary-figures/ [https://www.statice.is/publications/news-archive/external-trade/trade-in-goods-in-june-2026-preliminary-figures/] * Vísir https://www.visir.is/p/stjornmal [https://www.visir.is/p/stjornmal] Uzbekistan * No primary or independent source URLs were supplied with the archived submission. Russia * Interfax https://interfax.com/newsroom/top-stories/118385/ [https://interfax.com/newsroom/top-stories/118385/] * Bank of Russia https://www.cbr.ru/eng/press/keypr/ [https://www.cbr.ru/eng/press/keypr/] * The Wall Street Journal https://www.wsj.com/pro/central-banking/russias-central-bank-cuts-key-rate-after-economy-contracts-e321b388 [https://www.wsj.com/pro/central-banking/russias-central-bank-cuts-key-rate-after-economy-contracts-e321b388] Ukraine * Office of the President of Ukraine https://www.president.gov.ua/en/news [https://www.president.gov.ua/en/news] * Associated Press https://apnews.com/article/f0bab8086a84705db07c74b3b1b99c49 [https://apnews.com/article/f0bab8086a84705db07c74b3b1b99c49] * Financial Times https://www.ft.com/content/db48418a-f906-4afd-86a2-1ab08004bd13 [https://www.ft.com/content/db48418a-f906-4afd-86a2-1ab08004bd13] India * Government of India — Ministry of Commerce & Industry https://commerce.gov.in/ [https://commerce.gov.in/] * Reuters https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-india-trade-deal-worth-over-6-billion-start-july-15-2026-06-17/ [https://www.reuters.com/world/uk/uk-india-trade-deal-worth-over-6-billion-start-july-15-2026-06-17/] * The Economic Times https://m.economictimes.com/small-biz/trade/exports/insights/india-uk-fta-pharma-industry-flags-regulatory-priorities-ahead-of-july-15-rollout/articleshow/132304106.cms [https://m.economictimes.com/small-biz/trade/exports/insights/india-uk-fta-pharma-industry-flags-regulatory-priorities-ahead-of-july-15-rollout/articleshow/132304106.cms] These news summaries were prepared using AI technology. 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15. juli 202635 min

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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