Iran protests escalate as top judge warns of 'no leniency'
Iran’s chief justice has warned protesters there will be “no leniency for those who help the enemy against the Islamic Republic”, as rights grou...
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.
Germany’s foreign intelligence service secretly monitored the telephone communications of former U.S. President Barack Obama for several years, including calls made aboard Air Force One, according to an investigation by the German newspaper Die Zeit.
Diplomatic tensions between Tokyo and Beijing escalated as Japan slams China's export ban on dual-use goods. Markets have wobbled as fears grow over a potential rare earth embargo affecting global supply chains.
President Ilham Aliyev said 2025 has politically closed the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, as a Trump-era reset in U.S. ties, new transport corridors and a push into AI, renewables and defence production reshape Azerbaijan’s priorities.
Iran’s chief justice has warned protesters there will be “no leniency for those who help the enemy against the Islamic Republic”, as rights groups reported a rising death toll during what observers describe as the country’s biggest wave of unrest in three years.
Shares of major U.S. oil and energy companies surged on Monday even as crude prices showed little movement, revealing a growing divergence between energy equities and the underlying commodities market.
Two people have been killed after a private helicopter crashed at a recreation centre in Russia’s Perm region, Russian authorities and local media have said.
Türkiye is considering draft legislation that would prohibit children under the age of 15 from opening social-media accounts, Family and Social Services Minister Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş has said.
Türkiye is prepared to “assume responsibility” for the security of the Black Sea once a peace agreement is signed between Russia and Ukraine, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has said.
"Change is coming to Iran" according to U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham during an interview with Fox News on Tuesday (6 January). He warned Iran that "if you keep killing your people for wanting a better life, Donald Trump is going to kill you."
The United States says it's set to receive a shipment of crude oil from South America following a significant diplomatic and economic arrangement brokered by the White House involving sanctioned assets.
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