Daily brief
Brazil's President Lula criticized Donald Trump's trade policies as 'madness' ahead of a meeting with Chancellor Friedrich Merz. Lula's remarks come as Brazil seeks to strengthen ties with Europe amid escalating US trade tensions.
Iran threatened retaliation after US strikes on a cargo ship, while also canceling new peace talks with the US amid conflicting signals over possible negotiations.
Turkey rallied global middle powers in Antalya amid the Hormuz crisis, as its foreign minister held calls with Oman, Pakistan, and Turkey to contain regional tensions.
Spain called for the EU to end its association agreement with Israel, as a court dismissed a 'Grandmas Against the Right' lawsuit against an FPÖ politician.
Zelenskyy plans to discuss fund returns with Hungary's new PM, who appointed top managers to key ministries, as top civil servants face smaller pay increases.