Today's essential intelligence covering international developments and European affairs. East Asian Trade Winds Shift
In Japan, a leading contender to helm the ruling LDP, Sanae Takaichi, signaled a potential recalibration of economic allegiances, suggesting a trade deal with the US could face review if it proves disadvantageous to Japanese interests (Bloomberg). Iran’s Diplomatic Isolation Resumes
The snapback of UN sanctions on Iran, effective 2:01 AM CET, marks a profound failure of European diplomacy and a return to a policy of containment over engagement (ZDF, Ansa).
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