Clashes erupt in central Tunisia after death following police chase
Street clashes broke out for a second night in the Tunisian city of Kairouan after a man died following a police pursuit, raising fears of wider unres...
The United States and Britain are set to announce a trade agreement aimed at reducing tariffs on key goods, signaling progress in bilateral trade discussions.
The United States and Britain will announce a trade deal on Thursday, focusing on reducing tariffs in sectors such as cars and steel. This agreement follows efforts to address the economic impacts of previous tariff measures and marks a step forward in US-UK trade relations.
The deal, while not a comprehensive free trade agreement, is expected to offer targeted relief for industries affected by tariffs. Britain is likely to lower duties on US cars, while discussions around adjustments to the UK’s digital services tax remain ongoing. Introduced in 2020, the tax has drawn attention for its impact on major tech companies and consumers.
Prime Minister of the United Kingdom Keir Starmer, who has fostered constructive ties with U.S. leaders, will address the agreement later on Thursday. As Britain continues to shape its trade policies post-Brexit, the deal reflects efforts to strengthen ties with key partners while maintaining a balanced approach with the EU, US, and China.
Domestically, the agreement is anticipated to provide support for industries such as automotive and steel, easing pressures on companies like Jaguar Land Rover and British Steel. Economists note that while the immediate impact may be limited, such agreements could contribute to long-term economic stability.
US officials continue discussions with other trade partners, including upcoming talks with China, as part of broader efforts to stabilize global trade.
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan reiterated his offer to host Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Ankara, at his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The talks took place on the sidelines of the international Forum for Peace and Trust in Ashgabat, Turkmenistan, on Friday (12 December).
Iranian authorities have seized a foreign tanker carrying more than 6 million litres of smuggled fuel in the Sea of Oman.
Russian forces struck Ukraine’s southern port city of Odesa for a second consecutive day on Saturday (13 December), deploying Kinzhal hypersonic missiles for the first time in the conflict, Ukrainian authorities said.
A bulk carrier owned by a Turkish company was struck during a Russian attack on Ukraine’s southern coast on Friday.
Street clashes broke out for a second night in the Tunisian city of Kairouan after a man died following a police pursuit, raising fears of wider unrest as the country nears the anniversary of the 2011 revolution.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says international cooperation is essential for Syria’s recovery as investment slowly begins to return despite the scale of destruction after years of conflict.
Thailand’s caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul said on Saturday (13 December) that Thai forces would continue military action along the Cambodia border until Bangkok believes there is no longer a threat to Thai territory or civilians.
U.S. stock markets closed lower at the end of the week, as investors continued to rotate out of technology shares, putting pressure on major indices.
EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has warned that without concrete concessions from Russia, such as limiting its military forces or curbing its defence budget, new conflicts could erupt elsewhere, even if Ukraine receives security guarantees.
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