Cuba's Foreign Minister that the US seeks excuses for economic war and military aggression against Cuba
Cuba's Foreign Minister's comments highlight rising tensions between the US and Cuba, suggesting that the US is using economic measures as a pretext for broader military aggression.
Iranian Deputy Chairman of the National Security Commission says "soon, by vote of the members of parliament, a significant reward will be considered for the person who brings Trump, the gambler, and Netanyahu, the child killer, to justice"
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Cuba's Foreign Minister that the US seeks excuses for economic war and military aggression against Cuba
Japanese PM Takaichi pledges support for regional industrial hubs and the government is to develop support plans for 17 strategic sectors
Thailand's Finance Minister says will increase investment to support the economic recovery
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This rhetoric could influence market sentiment, particularly in risk-sensitive assets like equities and commodities. Traders should monitor how this escalates, as it might lead to volatility in currencies like the USD and JPY, with potential implications for broader geopolitical stability.
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