**Summary:** US President Donald Trump announced an immediate increase of the proposed global tariff rate from 10% to 15%, citing a recent "ridiculous, poorly written, and extraordinarily anti-American decision" by the US Supreme Court. The Supreme Court had ruled 6-3 that his administration lacked the legal authority to impose sweeping global duties under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

- The new 15% global tariff is being imposed under Section 122 of US trade law (balance-of-payments tariff), which allows tariffs up to 15% for up to 150 days.
- Trump accused several countries of exploiting the US for decades and claimed the revised rate is legally sound.
- The Supreme Court setback involved ruling that IEEPA does not authorize the president to unilaterally levy broad, economy-wide tariffs.
- Justices Clarence Thomas, Samuel Alito, and Brett Kavanaugh dissented from the Supreme Court ruling.

**Why it matters:** This action represents a significant escalation in trade policy following a major judicial check on presidential authority, likely increasing economic uncertainty.

Welthandel: Trump will weltweiten Zollsatz auf 15 Prozent erhöhen

USA: Donald Trump will globale Zölle von zehn auf 15 Prozent anheben

Trump Raises Global Tariff To 15%, Calls US Top Court's Ruling 'Anti-American'

Donde dije 10%, digo 15%: Trump anuncia una nueva subida de su arancel global hasta el 15%

Trump redobla su pulso y sube del 10% al 15% el arancel global anunciado tras el revés del Supremo

Trump eleva ahora el nuevo arancel global al 15%, solo un día después de fijarlo en el 10%

Trump Raises Global Tariff To 15%, Calling Supreme Court Ruling 'Anti-American'

**Summary:** Israeli airstrikes in eastern Lebanon, specifically near the village of Rayak in the Baalbek area, resulted in the deaths of at least 10 people and wounded 24, according to Lebanese officials. The Israeli military stated it eliminated several members of Hezbollah's missile unit in three command centers.

- Hezbollah officials confirmed eight militants were killed, including three local commanders identified as Ali al-Moussawi, Mohammed al-Moussawi, and Hussein Yaghi.
- The Lebanese Health Ministry reported 10 fatalities, including a Syrian man and an Ethiopian woman, and 24 wounded, among them three children.
- The Israeli military claimed the targeted Hezbollah members were planning fire attacks toward Israel.
- The strikes occurred late Friday, and a funeral for several Hezbollah members was held Saturday in Nabi Sheet.
- The event follows a low-level conflict that escalated into full-scale war in September 2024 before a U.S.-brokered ceasefire.

**Why it matters:** This incident marks an unusually high death toll from recent strikes, occurring amid intensified regional tensions, including threats by the United States regarding Iran.

CBC News - Israeli strikes in eastern Lebanon kill 8 Hezbollah members, 2 others: officials

La Tercera - Al menos 12 personas murieron tras ataques israelís en el Líbano

BreakingNews.ie - Israeli air strikes in eastern Lebanon kill eight Hezbollah members – officials

Israeli Strikes in Lebanon Kill at Least 10, Including Hezbollah Members

**Summary:** Defence Minister Luke Pollard became the first senior Cabinet Minister to support calls for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor to be removed from the line of royal succession, stating it is the right thing to do while he is eighth in line. The government is actively considering legislation to remove his right of succession once the police investigation concludes.

- Luke Pollard, the Labour MP and Defence Minister, made the comments on BBC Radio 4’s Any Questions programme.
- Removing Andrew would require an Act of Parliament and the support of 14 Commonwealth realms where the King is Head of State, including Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
- Chief Secretary to the Treasury James Murray confirmed the government is considering necessary steps but is not ruling anything out due to the live police investigation.
- The police investigation stems from findings in correspondence belonging to American financier Jeffrey Epstein, suggesting Andrew may have improperly shared details from an official trade mission.

**Why it matters:** This represents a significant escalation of political pressure on Number 10, as a senior Cabinet Minister has publicly endorsed removing a member of the Royal Family from the line of succession.

UK govt mulls removing ex-prince Andrew from line of succession - FRANCE 24

Verwicklung in Epstein-Fall: Wie sich König Charles von seinem Bruder Andrew distanziert - Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung

Andrew Montbatten-Windsor MUST be removed from line of royal succession, says Cabinet Minister as pressure grows on Number 10 - Daily Mail Online

UK Cabinet Minister backs removing Prince Andrew from royal succession line

**Summary:** A two-year-old boy named Domenico died in a Naples hospital following a heart transplant performed in December 2025, after it was discovered the donated heart was damaged during transport. The judiciary has opened an investigation into involuntary manslaughter.

- The transplant involved a heart transported from Bolzano to Naples.
- The organ was reportedly transported by an untrained team in an improper container using dry ice.
- Medics involved in the organ transport are under investigation.
- The child was first on the transplant list, but his condition rapidly deteriorated, preventing a second transplant.
- The prosecutor's office, led by Deputy Prosecutor Antonio Ricci, arrived at the hospital after the death.

**Why it matters:** The death of the child following a transplant involving a damaged organ has shocked Italian public opinion and prompted investigations by the judiciary and the Ministry of Health.

Przeszczepiono mu uszkodzone serce. Mały Domenico nie żyje

Domenico, morto il bimbo col cuore bruciato: arresto cardiaco all'alba

Il calvario del piccolo Domenico: dal trapianto di un cuore “bruciato” al triste epilogo

Morto bimbo al Monaldi, ora l’inchiesta sul trapianto di un cuore guasto è per omicidio colposo

Child Dies After Receiving Damaged Heart Transplant; Investigation Launched

**Summary:** Donald Trump has been presented with various military options concerning Iran by the US Defence Department, one of which includes the targeted killing of the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, and his son Mojtaba. US officials indicated that the President has not yet decided on an attack but is keeping his options open, potentially deciding at any moment.

  - One discussed scenario involved eliminating the Ayatollah, his son Mojtaba (seen as a potential successor), and other mullahs.
- The US has deployed significant military assets, including advanced fighter jets and carrier strike groups, to West Asia.
- Iran stated it would be ready to present a draft nuclear deal within two or three days, but rejected a demand for zero uranium enrichment.
- The possibility of targeting individuals was floated several weeks prior to the reports.

  **Why it matters:** The consideration of such extreme military options signals a high level of tension and preparation for conflict should diplomatic efforts regarding a nuclear deal fail.

Trump says considering limited strike on Iran

Trump Presented Plan To Kill Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei, Son In Targeted Strike: Report | World News - News18

A Trump presentate varie opzioni per l'Iran, una prevede l'uccisione di Khamenei - Notizie - Ansa.it

Trump Considered Options for Iran, Including Killing Supreme Leader Khamenei

**Summary:** The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) held nationwide protests against the Indian Youth Congress (IYC) workers who disrupted the India AI Impact Summit 2026 at Bharat Mandapam in Delhi, leading to four arrests. BJP leaders condemned the IYC protest as anti-national and an attempt to tarnish India's international image.

  - IYC workers protested against the India-US Trade Deal during the AI Summit, displaying T-shirts with slogans like 'PM Is Compromised' and chanting anti-Prime Minister slogans.
- Four IYC workers, including Krishna Hari and Kundan Yadav, were arrested, and an FIR was filed under serious sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
- BJP protests occurred in Delhi outside the Congress headquarters, in Mumbai where Rahul Gandhi's convoy was shown black flags, and in Surat where a Congress effigy was burned.
- BJP leaders like Virendra Sachdeva and Manoj Tiwari accused Rahul Gandhi and Congress of anti-national acts and damaging the nation's reputation.
- Delhi Police stated the protestors gained entry via online registration using QR codes, having initially planned to use black umbrellas with stickers.

  **Why it matters:** The incident highlights the intense political rivalry between the BJP and Congress, escalating from a disruption at a high-profile international event to widespread counter-protests across major Indian cities.

bhaskar.com - AI समिट में कांग्रेस का प्रदर्शन, आज BJP सड़कों पर:भिवंडी में राहुल गांधी को काले झंडे दिखाए, दिल्ली में कांग्रेस मुख्यालय बाहर नारेबाजी

amarujala.com - AI Summit Controversy: एआई समिट में बवाल के खिलाफ सड़क पर उतरी BJP, दिल्ली कांग्रेस मुख्यालय पर विरोध प्रदर्शन

divyabhaskar.co.in - BJP Protest Rahul Gandhi AI Summit Controversy; Black Flags Mumbai Effigy Burnt Surat PHOTOS

BJP Protests Across India Against Youth Congress Protest at AI Summit

**Summary:** The United States military conducted a lethal kinetic strike on a vessel in the eastern Pacific Ocean, which it claimed was involved in drug trafficking. US Southern Command (SOUTHCOM) reported that three men were killed in the attack on Friday.

  - The strike was directed by SOUTHCOM commander Gen. Francis L. Donovan and executed by Joint Task Force Southern Spear.
- The area of the attack is described as a "known narco-trafficking route."
- This incident brings the total killed in US vessel strikes under the Trump administration to at least 148 people across roughly 43 attacks since early September.
- Critics, including UN Special Rapporteur Ben Saul, have challenged the legality of the campaign, citing concerns over extrajudicial killings in international waters.

  **Why it matters:** These repeated lethal strikes in international waters have drawn significant legal and human rights scrutiny against the US military operations authorized by President Donald Trump's administration.

USA greifen erneut Boot im Pazifik an - drei Tote

US Military Claims Attack On Alleged Drug Vessel In Pacific Ocean, Kills Three People - World News - News18

US military says it attacked vessel in Pacific Ocean, killing three people - Al Jazeera

US Military Strikes Alleged Drug Vessel in Pacific, Killing Three

**Summary:** Fears of potential military action against Iran have led multiple countries to urge their citizens to evacuate, as diplomatic and military tensions surge between the United States and Iran. U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed he is considering a limited military strike on Iran while the U.S. military deploys significant forces to the region.

  - Iran and Russia have increased joint naval maneuvers amid heightened U.S. pressure.
- President Donald Trump stated he is considering a limited strike to force Iran to accept a nuclear deal.
- The U.S. military deployment includes two aircraft carriers, fighter jets, and refueling tankers.
- Israeli strikes in Lebanon resulted in 8 reported deaths in the east and south of the country.

  **Why it matters:** The escalating tensions, including military buildups and evacuation advisories, suggest a critical and potentially unprecedented surge in conflict risk between the US and Iran.

National Post - Trump won’t rule out limited Iran strike as forces gather

inquirer.net - Lebanon says 8 dead in Israeli strikes on east, south

Euro Weekly News - ‘Imminent’ threat fears in Iran trigger mass evacuations by multiple countries

Fears of Imminent Threat in Iran Trigger Mass Evacuations and US Military Posturing