Opinion | Taiwan Needs U.S. Arms Now
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/taiwan-needs-u-s-arms-now-f36bfca1
Published: June 8, 2026 16:01
Washington is dragging its feet on delivery, weakening deterrence and amplifying the threat from Beijing.
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Germany Drops Jet Project With France in Setback for European Defense Sovereignty
Published: June 8, 2026 15:24
The move comes after companies involved in the project had fought over who should take the lead.
Trump and Netanyahu’s Rift Over Lebanon Is Deepening
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/trump-and-netanyahus-rift-over-lebanon-is-deepening-df16b6c9
Published: June 8, 2026 10:38
The exchange of fire between the two countries has brought new urgency to a simmering disagreement.
What Xi and Kim Want From Their Summit in North Korea
https://www.wsj.com/world/asia/what-xi-and-kim-want-from-their-summit-in-north-korea-99a330b3
Published: June 8, 2026 09:15
The Chinese leader arrived in Pyongyang for a two-day summit with Kim Jong Un, seeking to strengthen their alliance against the West.
Oil Climbs as Israel-Iran Clashes Stoke Middle East Escalation Fears
Published: June 8, 2026 09:10
Oil prices surged after Israel and Iran exchanged fire, threatening an already fragile ceasefire in the Middle East and dimming hopes for an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Korean Authorities Urge Banks to Step Up Controls as Won Slumps
Published: June 8, 2026 08:29
South Korean authorities urged banks to step up measures against what they described as “speculative market-disrupting behavior.”
German Factory Orders Fell Back in April
https://www.wsj.com/economy/german-factory-orders-fell-back-in-april-7102ffb1
Published: June 8, 2026 06:29
German manufacturing orders dropped in April, reversing some of the gains in March that came on the back of stock building after the outbreak of the war in Iran.
ECB Expected to Be First Among Peers to Raise Key Rate in Response to Conflict
Published: June 8, 2026 06:15
The central bank this week is set to become the first of its peers to tighten policy as a consequence of the Middle East conflict, and most economists expect the ECB to raise its key rate twice.
Chinese AI Startup StepFun Set to File for Hong Kong IPO
https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/chinese-ai-startup-stepfun-set-to-file-for-hong-kong-ipo-3e436976
Published: June 8, 2026 06:14
The Chinese startup StepFun is set to file for a Hong Kong initial public offering as soon as Monday, people familiar with the matter said.
Nvidia Strikes AI Infrastructure Deals With South Korean Tech Firms
Published: June 8, 2026 05:33
Nvidia is teaming up with leading South Korean technology companies to build large-scale artificial-intelligence infrastructure in Asia, seeking to solidify its data-center footprint and expand its AI ecosystem.
Powerful Earthquake Rocks Southern Philippines
https://www.wsj.com/world/asia/powerful-earthquake-rocks-southern-philippines-6f10662c
Published: June 8, 2026 02:12
The 7.8 magnitude quake struck off the coast of the island of Mindanao, prompting tsunami warnings.
This Oil Giant Has Capped Prices at the Pump—but Just for the French
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/france-totalenergies-gas-prices-9964062a
Published: June 8, 2026 02:00
The move by TotalEnergies has so far helped avert mass protests, as surging profits make it a target for a windfall tax.
The World’s Most Surprising Economic Success Story Is…North Korea
https://www.wsj.com/world/asia/north-korea-economy-success-e80f7062
Published: June 8, 2026 01:00
Arms sales to Russia and goods from China provide a boost, despite sanctions. “The regime is wealthier than ever.”
Opinion | Why Can’t Venezuela Hold an Election?
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/why-cant-venezuela-hold-an-election-006e393e
Published: June 7, 2026 19:29
For the same reason that the regime still holds more than 400 political prisoners.
Opinion | Ukraine Is Tired and Brimming With Energy
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/ukraine-is-tired-and-brimming-with-energy-14421c9d
Published: June 7, 2026 19:28
A visit to Odesa and Kyiv reveals a country anxious to stop the killing and determined to keep living.
Iran Fires Missiles at Israel After Israeli Airstrike on Beirut
Published: June 7, 2026 19:17
Tehran has sought a halt to Israeli operations inside Lebanon as part of its peace negotiations with Washington.
Barcelona’s Sagrada Família Nears Completion—and Inflames a Tourism Backlash
Published: June 7, 2026 18:00
Pope Leo’s visit this week will mark a milestone for an architectural wonder whose wild popularity grates on some locals.
Opinion | A Bad Iran Deal Could Spark a Nuclear Arms Race
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/a-bad-iran-deal-could-spark-a-nuclear-arms-race-b6df3eaf
Published: June 7, 2026 16:50
To reassure regional allies, the U.S. needs to open the Strait of Hormuz and be poised to use force again.
Opinion | C’mon President Trump, on Iran, Be the Man!
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/cmon-president-trump-on-iran-be-the-man-adf2ed45
Published: June 7, 2026 15:30
There’s no reason to think Tehran will comply with any meaningful deal.
A Judge Branded India’s Gen Z ‘Cockroaches’—and Unleashed a Political Movement
Published: June 7, 2026 03:00
Frustrated by low wages and a lack of jobs, India’s youth are pushing for change.
Hormuz Crisis Exposes a Global Flaw That Will Take Years to Fix
https://www.wsj.com/world/hormuz-crisis-exposes-a-global-flaw-that-will-take-years-to-fix-8241d5bc
Published: June 7, 2026 02:00
Iran’s stranglehold on the strait demonstrates the power countries can exert over economic pinch points.
Foreign Businesses Are Fleeing Cuba as Its Economy Collapses
Published: June 6, 2026 23:00
Mastercard and Visa are suspending transactions, hotel operators are pulling out and a major Canadian miner is rethinking its presence on the island.
More Top Horses Are Being Cloned, Rattling the World of Equestrian Sports
https://www.wsj.com/world/horse-cloning-breeders-sport-c54bdef8
Published: June 6, 2026 16:00
Some are worried about losing the ability to breed ever-better horses and the happy accidents that push the sport forward.
Mass Ukrainian Drone Strikes Target Russian Military Facilities in St. Petersburg
Published: June 6, 2026 09:14
The attack came a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin gave a speech in the city in which he rejected a call for peace talks from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
U.S., Iran Exchange Fire as Hormuz Tensions Persist
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/u-s-iran-exchange-fire-as-hormuz-tensions-persist-2bf34e8e
Published: June 6, 2026 09:11
The skirmish was the latest in a string that has tested the two-month-old ceasefire.
Putin’s Inner Circle Travels on Western-Made Private Jets Despite Sanctions
Published: June 6, 2026 03:00
Russia’s elite have been forced to adapt since the start of the war, but sanctions haven’t done much to crimp their globe-spanning lifestyles.
Iran Demands Cash for Peace. That’s a Political Minefield for Trump.
Published: June 6, 2026 02:00
Tehran wants quick access to its frozen funds, a major hurdle to a deal with Washington to end the war.
Mexico Is Starting to Push Back Against Trump’s Pressure Campaign
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/mexico-trump-sheinbaum-sinaloa-governor-79fe4603
Published: June 6, 2026 00:00
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has refused to extradite an indicted governor, rejecting U.S. measures she says are destabilizing her government.
Opinion | Why U.S. Presidents Misjudge Putin
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/why-u-s-presidents-misjudge-putin-0ac5d9d9
Published: June 5, 2026 19:04
A scholar of the Russian dictator says he sees himself as his country’s eschatological defender against Satan and evil.
At Russia’s Davos, Putin Tells His Soldiers to Keep Fighting
https://www.wsj.com/world/russia/at-russias-davos-putin-tells-his-soldiers-to-keep-fighting-29de85f0
Published: June 5, 2026 18:23
The Kremlin chief rejected Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s offer to meet and appeared more interested in boosting relations with the American right.
Best High-Yield Savings Accounts for June 2026: Up to 5.00%
https://www.wsj.com/buyside/personal-finance/banking/best-high-yield-savings-account
Published: June 5, 2026 17:47
These are the accounts that offer the best interest rates—without burdensome fees, gimmicks or other hassles
Opinion | The Republic of Korea Remains a ‘Model Ally’
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/the-republic-of-korea-remains-a-model-ally-76b55284
Published: June 5, 2026 16:00
Since taking office, the Lee Jae Myung administration has worked closely with the U.S. to strengthen and modernize our alliance.
American Pleads Guilty to Working as Chinese Agent in U.S.
https://www.wsj.com/world/china/american-pleads-guilty-to-working-in-u-s-as-chinese-agent-c9e9530c
Published: June 5, 2026 13:15
Thomas Pauken II is the latest in a series of prosecutions of Americans accused of secretly working for Beijing.
With Ukraine Stronger on the Battlefield, Zelensky Offers to Meet Putin
https://www.wsj.com/world/zelensky-open-letter-putin-ukraine-6110e8cc
Published: June 5, 2026 12:29
The Ukrainian president, writing his first letter to his Russian counterpart since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion, aims to unfreeze peace talks.
Xi to Leave China for First Time This Year. Destination: Pyongyang
Published: June 5, 2026 11:18
The visit speaks to North Korea’s rising importance among the U.S.’s biggest adversaries.
BOE Survey Finds Businesses Expect to Raise Prices at Faster Rate
Published: June 5, 2026 09:35
U.K. businesses polled in May expected to raise their prices at a faster rate, but wage increases were seen slowing, according to a Bank of England survey released Friday.
Japanese Officials Step Up Verbal Intervention; Yen Mixed
Published: June 5, 2026 05:38
The yen was little changed against the dollar. Japanese officials stepped up verbal intervention Friday as the dollar hovered near 160 yen, widely seen as a threshold for actual intervention to prop up Japan’s currency.
Real-Time Satellite Intelligence Is Making Ukraine’s Drone Strikes Deadlier Than Ever
Published: June 5, 2026 02:00
Commercial satellite imagery, sent straight to soldiers’ phones, is speeding up the kill chain and causing new problems for Russian forces.
Japan Prime Minister Says Will Defend Yen by Strengthening Economy
Published: June 5, 2026 01:13
Despite recent foreign-exchange intervention, the Japanese currency has weakened again to near the 160 threshold against the dollar, a level seen as a potential trigger for more government action.
Milei’s Online Trolling Fueled His Rise. It’s Hurting His Free-Market Overhaul.
Published: June 5, 2026 00:00
The leader used X to vault from obscurity to power. Now his social-media feuds are alienating potential allies and frustrating voters.
Opinion | Europe’s Anti-Israel Sanctions
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/europes-anti-israel-sanctions-d879317d
Published: June 4, 2026 21:36
The Europeans pick up where the Biden Administration left off.
Opinion | The U.S. Needs Its Mideast Bases
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/the-u-s-needs-its-mideast-bases-bde1bcdc
Published: June 4, 2026 20:00
If America won’t finish the job in Iran, leaving the Gulf Arab states would turn a failure into a rout.
Opinion | China Gets Anxious Enough to Choose Worker Freedom
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/china-gets-anxious-enough-to-choose-worker-freedom-b22478bd
Published: June 4, 2026 18:01
Beijing reforms its system of resident registration, which creates a domestic migrant underclass.
Israel and Lebanon’s Renewed Ceasefire Is Already Under Strain
Published: June 4, 2026 14:32
The deal is contingent on Hezbollah halting attacks on Israeli forces and withdrawing fighters from southern Lebanon, the U.S. State Department said.
Iran Ratchets Up Pressure on Trump With Kuwait Airport Attack
Published: June 4, 2026 14:27
The third strike on the tiny Gulf state in about a week escalated the standoff in the Strait of Hormuz to more sensitive targets.
HSBC, StanChart Shares Slide as New Rules Could Restrict Chinese Funds in Hong Kong Accounts
Published: June 4, 2026 13:23
Shares in London-listed financial groups with a large presence in Asia fell on fears that new rules would curtail mainland Chinese investors’ use of Hong Kong bank accounts.
China Uses LinkedIn to Lure Spy Recruits in West, U.S. and Allies Warn
Published: June 4, 2026 07:51
Beijing is accused of expanding its use of job sites to target military and government personnel.
The Hormuz Squeeze Is Redrawing the Oil Map for Good
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/the-hormuz-squeeze-is-redrawing-the-oil-map-for-good-cf33d8c0
Published: June 4, 2026 03:00
Saudi Arabia, the U.A.E. and Iraq are pouring money into pipelines, rail and storage to keep oil flowing even when the Strait of Hormuz isn’t.
Russia’s Elite Is Souring on the War. Putin Doesn’t Seem to Care.
Published: June 4, 2026 02:00
Some of Russia’s best known hawks have become more open in expressing a belief that Moscow simply doesn’t have the capacity to achieve an outright victory against Ukraine.
Trump Tells Aides He Won’t Resume All-Out War With Iran Unless U.S. Troops Killed
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/trump-iran-ceasefire-strait-of-hormuz-14d0d265
Published: June 4, 2026 00:00
Officials said repeated strikes by Tehran have ratcheted up pressure on the president and cast doubt over the long-term viability of the ceasefire.
Opinion | Trump Talks, Iran Escalates
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/iran-cease-fire-israel-donald-trump-hezbollah-d91122ac
Published: June 3, 2026 21:46
The regime fires on U.S. forces and Gulf civilians. What’s a President to do?
Opinion | India Is Losing Its Economic Edge
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/india-is-losing-its-economic-edge-800c7dc2
Published: June 3, 2026 21:41
While external forces have hurt the economy, New Delhi’s troubles are also self-inflicted.
Opinion | The Woke Murder of Henry Nowak
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/henry-nowak-murder-britain-police-vickrum-digwa-fea31b0e
Published: June 3, 2026 21:37
Police arrested and let a white victim die while believing his Sikh killer.
Opinion | ‘West Bank’ Is a Colonial Imposition
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/west-bank-is-a-colonial-imposition-20dac385
Published: June 3, 2026 21:08
The indigenous names Judea and Samaria recognize the places’ connection to history.
Opinion | What the U.S. Has Accomplished in Iran
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/what-the-u-s-has-accomplished-in-iran-60b21e52
Published: June 3, 2026 18:27
The regime is much weaker, and time is on the side of the U.S. and its allies that want a more stable region.
Canada Orders Broadcast Regulator to Review Contentious Online Streaming Decision
Published: June 3, 2026 15:31
Industry watchers and consumer groups said the directive likely puts the kibosh on efforts by the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission to sharply increase the level of payments that U.S. streaming companies like Netflix would have to…
The Venezuelan Left That Fought U.S. Influence Is Now at War With Itself
Published: June 3, 2026 15:30
Acting President Delcy Rodriguez’s cooperation with Washington is exposing rare divisions inside the socialist movement that she rode to power.
Congo’s Ebola Outbreak Reaches Territory Held by Islamic State
Published: June 3, 2026 15:16
The deadly strain has spread to a forested area where health workers, who are already coping with short supplies and local suspicions, dare not venture.
Opinion | Climate Satire or Reality?
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/climate-satire-or-reality-b73b4926
Published: June 3, 2026 14:41
A 2014 Onion headline has become real.
Ukraine Strikes St. Petersburg Ahead of Putin’s Economic Forum
Published: June 3, 2026 14:06
The attack on an oil terminal and naval base came as guests arrived for the event at which the Russian president is expected to speak later this week.
EU Makes Bid to Cut Reliance On U.S. Tech Infrastructure
https://www.wsj.com/world/europe/eu-makes-bid-to-cut-reliance-on-u-s-tech-infrastructure-b0ca4b56
Published: June 3, 2026 12:40
The commission outlined a tech sovereignty package with policies targeting a range of tech infrastructure, from semiconductors to cloud services, data centers and AI.
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
https://www.wsj.com/business/energy-utilities-roundup-market-talk-9614f186
Published: June 3, 2026 10:52
Find insight on Gulf Development, oil futures and more in the latest Market Talks covering energy and utilities.
Air Liquide Invests $233 Million in South Korea to Back SK Hynix’s AI Chips Production
Published: June 3, 2026 09:14
The French company signed a long-term contract with the semiconductor manufacturer to supply gases for its new packaging and testing facility in Cheongju.
Oil Prices Rise Amid Continuing Middle East Tensions
https://www.wsj.com/finance/stocks/oil-prices-rise-amid-continuing-middle-east-tensions-c7fd6938
Published: June 3, 2026 02:49
An exchange of attacks between the U.S. and Iran could complicate negotiations and put at risk the reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil waterway.
See How the Middle East’s Ceasefires Remain Plagued by Violence
Published: June 3, 2026 02:29
In Gaza, Lebanon and the Persian Gulf, strikes, skirmishes and military operations keep the region on edge.
U.S., Iran Trade Heavy Fire in Persian Gulf, Testing Fragile Ceasefire
Published: June 3, 2026 01:21
The fresh fighting was the most intense in months and came at a time when diplomatic efforts have stalled.
Student Murder Sparks Accusations U.K. Police Are Biased Against White Victims
Published: June 3, 2026 00:00
A call to police claimed a man had been racially abused. In fact, the man was a killer with a cover story.
U.S., Canada Exchange Proposals to Move Trade Talks Back to Higher Gear
Published: June 2, 2026 22:52
Canadian officials said they had a lengthy and positive meeting in Washington with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer as they try to move talks between Ottawa and D.C. on more a fruitful path.
Army ‘Jailbreaks’ Its Own Weapon Systems to Counter Drone Threats
Published: June 2, 2026 19:21
Officials say software restrictions on weapons and radar systems slowed down efforts to detect incoming drones and missiles.
Trump and Netanyahu Are Clashing Over How to End the Iran War
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/trump-netanyahu-iran-war-lebanon-8fdba5cb
Published: June 2, 2026 18:39
The two leaders launched the conflict with unprecedented coordination. Now disagreements over Lebanon and negotiations with Tehran are straining the partnership.
Opinion | Time to Apply the Lessons of the 2014 Ebola Outbreak
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/time-to-apply-the-lessons-of-the-2014-ebola-outbreak-37359537
Published: June 2, 2026 16:38
In Africa, the disease is back, and the need for American leadership has never been greater.
Opinion | On Iran, Trust Experience Over Hope
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/on-iran-trust-experience-over-hope-b0f1ea7d
Published: June 2, 2026 16:22
The only way to eliminate the nuclear threat is to toss the regime completely.
BOE’s Greene Says Case for Rise in Key Interest Rate is Growing
Published: June 2, 2026 16:18
The case for raising rates, which were left unchanged in April, grows stronger the longer the conflict in the Middle East continues, said Megan Greene.
Canada’s Carney Says GDP Weakness Reflects Policy Shifts to Rebuild Economy
Published: June 2, 2026 16:00
There are signs of economic weakness in Canada, Prime Minister Carney said, arguing this reflects policy decisions made since he came to power that have been aimed at rewiring the economy to deal with U.S. tariffs.
Does the World Need Chinese Rare Earths? Not Necessarily, Say These Companies
Published: June 2, 2026 15:45
Beijing’s move to choke off the supply spurred companies to develop new products that could potentially circumvent Chinese sources.
Russia’s Attacks on Civilians Grow More Vicious as It Stalls on Battlefield
Published: June 2, 2026 11:38
The heavy nationwide drone and missile strikes killed at least 18 people and injured over 100, according to Ukrainian authorities.
China’s Chip Ambitions Run Into a Global Tech Wall
https://www.wsj.com/world/china/chinas-chip-ambitions-run-into-a-global-tech-wall-669a1835
Published: June 2, 2026 10:55
Plus, Huawei will likely trail rivals by six to eight years by 2031 despite its innovations.
Dollar Eases After Partial Ceasefire Between Hezbollah and Israel
https://www.wsj.com/finance/currencies/japan-likely-near-edge-of-historic-yen-collapse-fdf1a70b
Published: June 2, 2026 06:55
The dollar eased after Lebanon announced a partial ceasefire between Iran-backed Hezbollah and Israel.
How a Far-Right Outsider Became the Front-Runner in Colombia’s Presidential Race
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/colombia-elections-abelardo-espriella-daf81653
Published: June 2, 2026 02:00
Abelardo de la Espriella is on the cusp of victory by promising to crush drug smuggling and lock up criminals.
U.S. Presses Neutral Oman to Pick a Side and Cut Ties With Iran
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/us-oman-iran-ties-3e056744
Published: June 2, 2026 01:00
The country, which has walked a fine line between Washington and Tehran, is losing its footing as an Arab state trusted by both sides.
Russia Resupplies Its Syria Air Base, Hanging On to a Strategic Foothold
https://www.wsj.com/world/middle-east/russia-syria-air-base-c068ea9e
Published: June 1, 2026 23:00
The mission by a sanctioned ship indicates that the site survived the overthrow of Moscow’s allied Assad regime.
Opinion | Iran Gets Trump to Rescue Hezbollah
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/iran-hezbollah-lebanon-israel-cease-fire-donald-trump-1edf1c6a
Published: June 1, 2026 21:55
By threatening talks, the regime gets the U.S. to tie Israel’s hands.
Opinion | The High Stakes in Colombia’s Presidential Runoff
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/colombia-election-abelardo-de-la-espriella-ivan-cepeda-d516afec
Published: June 1, 2026 21:52
A surprise challenge on the right could end hard-left rule in another Latin American country.
Opinion | Pete Hegseth Goes to Asia
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/pete-hegseth-goes-to-asia-a773e012
Published: June 1, 2026 21:23
Allies try to reconcile the secretary’s careful speech with Trump’s social-media blasts.
Energy & Utilities Roundup: Market Talk
https://www.wsj.com/business/energy-oil/energy-utilities-roundup-market-talk-eeb753b0
Published: June 1, 2026 20:59
Find insight on crude futures, Equinor in the latest Market Talks covering energy and utilities.
Ebola Outbreak Is Now Third Largest in History. Here’s What to Know.
https://www.wsj.com/world/africa/ebola-outbreak-explained-4ab4414f
Published: June 1, 2026 19:44
Ebola case counts are quickly climbing as a rare strain hits a high-trafficked part of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Soccer Glory in France Spurs Violence Again—and Political Backlash
Published: June 1, 2026 17:04
President Emmanuel Macron says the country has had enough, as mass celebrations repeatedly spiral into chaos..
Opinion | If 1977 England Could Hold a Jubilee, So Can America Today
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/if-1977-england-could-hold-a-jubilee-so-can-america-today-088f5473
Published: June 1, 2026 16:57
Our situation is far less dire. Unlike the U.K. then, the U.S. is still the world’s envy and its beacon.
Opinion | South Korea Takes a Hard Left Turn Against America
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/south-korea-takes-a-hard-left-turn-against-america-84dcd95e
Published: June 1, 2026 16:56
The radicals in charge in Seoul are pushing constitutional revisions to permit their own indefinite rule.
Oil Extends Gains on Report Iran Is Halting Talks
Published: June 1, 2026 13:58
Crude futures extended gains on a report that Iran is halting talks with the U.S. through mediators in protest against Israeli attacks in Lebanon.
USA Rare Earth Plans Roughly $200 Million Investment in France
https://www.wsj.com/business/usa-rare-earth-plans-roughly-200-million-investment-in-france-ccc2a581
Published: June 1, 2026 08:31
The additional investments in France come as the company expands its metal, alloy and magnet making operations in the country.
Eurozone Household Inflation Expectations Steady, But at High Level
Published: June 1, 2026 08:16
Inflation expectations steadied in April, but at a level that was much higher than before the war in the Middle East, likely underpinning expectations that the ECB will raise its key interest rate next week.
China Steps Up Restrictions Over Outbound Investments
https://www.wsj.com/economy/china-steps-up-restrictions-over-outbound-investments-d79f2a99
Published: June 1, 2026 04:47
China is tightening scrutiny of outbound capital flows after forcing the unwinding of the Meta-Manus deal, as authorities seek to safeguard the economy amid heightened technology rivalry with the U.S.
U.S. Strikes Iranian Air Defenses, Drone Site in New Hormuz Skirmish
Published: June 1, 2026 04:45
Kuwait reported missile and drone attacks after Iran vowed retaliation.
Trump Wants Arab States to Recognize Israel. The War Has Made That Harder.
Published: June 1, 2026 03:00
The president has linked normalization of ties to an Iran deal, but conditions aren’t ripe for that to happen.
Chips, AI Keep South Korea’s Export Engine Firing on All Cylinders
Published: June 1, 2026 02:23
South Korea’s exports grew at the fastest pace in more than four decades in May, as artificial intelligence-driven demand for chips pushed the value of shipments to a record.
Taiwan’s Opposition Leader Comes to U.S. With a Message Straight Out of Beijing
Published: June 1, 2026 02:00
Cheng Li-wun is set to begin a two-week U.S. tour as Beijing urges Washington to rethink its support for Taipei.
Right-Wing Firebrand Surges Into Colombia Runoff, Shaking Political Establishment
https://www.wsj.com/world/americas/colombia-election-results-d920ce6e
Published: June 1, 2026 00:52
Abelardo de la Espriella, a rich lawyer who promises an iron-fisted crackdown on drug thugs, finishes ahead of ruling movement’s leftist hopeful.
Opinion | China Cooks the Carbon Emissions Books
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/china-carbon-emissions-statistics-lauri-myllyvirta-fdf66609
Published: May 31, 2026 21:04
Beijing redefines a key metric to make itself look greener.
Opinion | No Nuclear Enrichment for the Saudis Either
https://www.wsj.com/opinion/no-nuclear-enrichment-for-the-saudis-either-73c44267
Published: May 31, 2026 20:01
Trump’s power deal with Riyadh would increase proliferation risk.
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