Category: Policy

Source: Reuters (via feed) European Union foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas said the United States wants to "divide Europe." She also said the US does not "like the European Union." Kallas made these remarks in…

Source: Reuters (via feed) A complex tug-of-war inside the White House is driving U.S. President Donald Trump's shifting public statements on the Iran war. Aides are debating when and how to declare victory. The conflict…

Source: Reuters (via feed) The U.S. issued a new Russia-related general license on Thursday. The license allows the sale of Russian crude oil and petroleum products. These products must be loaded on vessels through April…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Chinese banks plan to increase lending to firms focused on technology and innovation. Bankers said lenders will steer more money toward these companies. This comes as Beijing pledges to adopt artificial…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Rights groups have urged FIFA to ensure the 2026 World Cup maintains commitments to inclusivity and safety. They warned that U.S. immigration policies could affect the tournament. The groups also cited…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday issued a veiled threat toward Iran's new supreme leader. He spoke during his first press conference since the start of the war. Netanyahu also…

Source: Reuters (via feed) The Michigan State Police said on Thursday that they are aware of an active shooting incident. The location is the Temple Israel Synagogue in West Bloomfield, Michigan. No further information has…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Hungary returned two armoured bank vehicles seized from Ukraine on Thursday. The Hungarian authorities withheld cash and gold worth approximately $82 million. They cited an investigation into alleged money laundering as…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Indian households are rushing to buy electric induction stoves. Stocks are being drained both online and in stores. This buying surge is linked to fears of a potential cooking gas shortage.…

Source: Reuters (via feed) India's sourcing of non-Hormuz crude has increased to 70% of its total crude imports, Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri said in parliament on Thursday. He added that India's current crude supply…

Source: Reuters (via feed) India’s retail inflation rose 3.21% year-over-year in February, government data showed on Thursday. This figure increased from a revised 2.74% recorded in January. BizTrendWire Insight: The government released updated retail inflation…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Poland said on Thursday it foiled a cyberattack on its nuclear research centre. The government is examining signs that Iran may be behind the attack. Officials cautioned that the indicators might…

Source: Reuters (via feed) India’s retail inflation rose to 3.21% year-over-year in February. This follows a revised rate of 2.74% in January, according to government data released on Thursday. The data provides the latest official…

Source: Reuters (via feed) India has received a request from Bangladesh for diesel supplies. This information was provided by Randhir Jaiswal, a spokesperson for India’s foreign ministry. The statement was made on Thursday. No additional…

Source: Reuters (via feed) India's external balance and government finances could be hit if oil prices stay high for an extended period, economists have said. Rising oil import costs and subsidies needed to keep key…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Iran will allow India-flagged tankers to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, according to an Indian source on Thursday. The Strait of Hormuz is a vital artery for global oil trade.…

Source: Reuters (via feed) The U.S. will release 172 million barrels of oil from its strategic petroleum reserve. The announcement was made by U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Wednesday. The release is stated to…

Source: Reuters (via feed) The U.S. government has launched a trade investigation into excess industrial capacity in 16 major trading partners. This action was taken after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a central part…

Source: Reuters (via feed) U.S. intelligence indicates that Iran's leadership is largely intact. This information comes after nearly two weeks of U.S. and Israeli bombardment. Three sources familiar with the matter provided this assessment. The…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Officials from President Donald Trump's administration estimated during a congressional briefing this week that the first six days of the war on Iran cost the United States at least $11.3 billion.…

Source: Reuters (via feed) The Pentagon is building a team of investment bankers steeped in private equity to invest $200 billion over three years in defense deals. This development was reported by Semafor on Wednesday,…

Source: Reuters (via feed) India's drug regulator has issued a warning to pharmaceutical companies regarding the advertising of weight-loss medicines. The warning includes both direct advertisements and surrogate promotions. Surrogate promotions involve obesity awareness campaigns…

Source: Reuters (via feed) ECB policymaker Isabel Schnabel said on Wednesday that the post-pandemic spike in inflation has left scars on companies and consumers. She stated that these groups now know that prices can rise…

Source: Reuters (via feed) Iran has deployed about a dozen mines in the Strait of Hormuz, two sources familiar with the matter said. The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow waterway used for shipping oil…

Source: Reuters (via feed) The Russian government is preparing a possible 10% cut to all "non-sensitive" spending in the 2026 budget, sources told Reuters. The final decision on this cut will depend on the sustainability…