#Tensions

For high-yield investors, the word of the day is judgment. Today’s backdrop is supportive, yet nuanced—which is exactly when disciplined, active credit selection can matter most.

Keir Starmer insists he’s not going anywhere, but with several ministers resigning and more than 80 MPs calling for him to go, how much longer has the prime minister got? Lucy Hough speaks to political editor Pippa Crerar

From Independent RSS Feed: Pope urges world leaders to calm global tensions after meeting with Marco Rubio

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Middle East tensions are driving volatility in EM local debt, primarily through higher energy prices and shifting risk sentiment.

Gold surged 3% as optimism over a potential US–Iran peace deal reduced stagflation fears and increased expectations that the Fed could eventually pivot toward rate cuts, weakening the USD.

UN condemns Iran’s strikes on UAE oil facility in Fujairah, highlighting injuries, fire damage and growing risks to regional peace and maritime security.

Missile interceptions, remote learning, flight changes and safety alerts: what UAE residents need to know as US–Iran tensions and Strait of Hormuz risks escalate.

Political tensions are rising in Senegal, with President Faye warning his own ruling party could be at risk of collapse as a rift with the Prime Minister deepens. Chief Africa correspondent, Jennifer Zabasajja, explains on Horizons Middle East & Africa.

From Reddit - r/longform: Why Capitalism Persists: How Tensions and Resistance Can Drive Reinvention

Geopolitical tensions are shifting toward negotiation, which could support risk assets over the medium term.

From Indianexpress RSS Feed: Daily Briefing: Iran moves to reopen Hormuz as talks remain uncertain

Across the Middle East, tensions remain high with Israeli military operations continuing in Lebanon following direct talks between the two governments in Washington on Tuesday. More than 2,000 Lebanese have been reported killed since early March.…

WASHINGTON — Tensions flared behind closed doors Wednesday as defense and intelligence officials briefed some lawmakers about the war in Iran, with Republicans and Democrats expressing frustration about a lack of clarity and information...