Japan seeks quick resolution to US tariffs as profits decline. Economic Revitalisation Minister Ryosei Akazawa will negotiate in Washington this week. He aims to review Trump's tariffs. Japanese firms are major US investors. Vehicles form a large part of Japan's exports to the US. Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba discussed the tariff impact with Singapore's Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
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Four female Israeli soldiers are set to be released by Hamas this weekend, under a ceasefire deal that pauses fighting in Gaza for six weeks. In return, Israel will release 200 Palestinian prisoners. The ceasefire also aims to aid civilians in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israeli operations in the West Bank have resulted in more casualties.
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Former Navy SEAL Robert O’Neill, who killed Osama bin Laden, is launching a marijuana brand, Operator Canna Co., aimed at helping veterans with PTSD. O’Neill believes cannabis can aid in managing stress and anxiety, offering a safer alternative to alcohol and prescription drugs. Sales will support disabled veterans, law enforcement, and first responders.
Incoming Trump administration officials have been questioning career civil servants at the White House National Security Council about their political affiliations and social media activity, prompting some employees to pack up their belongings. Trump's pick for national security adviser, Mike Waltz, aims to replace nonpolitical appointees with Trump loyalists by Inauguration Day, potentially impacting US expertise on key global issues.
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