US is to sanction Iran after its strike on Israel. Is there double standard?

① China and the US have held the first dialogue between the two countries’ top defense officials in nearly 17 months. Is it a key step in keeping lines of communication open between the two military powers? (00:53)

② IMF upgrades 2024 global growth forecast to 3.2%. We take a look at the world economy’s potential challenges. (11:45)

③ The US says it will impose new sanctions against Iran in the wake of Tehran’s attack on Israel. Will its tactic of punishing Iran while urging Israel to exercise restraint work? (24:53)

④ Australia has pledged to increase its military spending by some $32 billion over the next decade as part of a new defense strategy. We delve into the contents in the strategy that deserve our attention. (34:11)

⑤ In Belgium, police has shut down a gathering of far-right European politicians and supporters, citing concerns about public order. However, it has ignited protests due to concerns about curbs on free speech. (44:41)