Power Plays and Pressure Points — Global Briefing for July 26, 2025
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In this episode of Graphic Briefing, we break down the most impactful global headlines from the last 12 hours:
🇹🇼 Taiwan’s historic recall vote—a democratic stand or political overreach?
🇦🇺🇬🇧 Australia and the UK forge a 50-year AUKUS submarine alliance, reshaping Indo-Pacific defense dynamics.
⚔️ Tensions escalate in the Thai–Cambodian border conflict, with ASEAN pushing for a ceasefire as thousands flee.
🇨🇳 China proposes a global AI governance body, challenging U.S. tech dominance.
🇿🇦 South Africa seeks $500 million in forex funding as it repositions its economy post-budget deadlock.
🛑 Missile and drone strikes hit Dnipro, Ukraine, killing civilians and igniting fresh vows of retaliation.
🏛️ Iran suffers a deadly courthouse attack, deepening regional instability.
🇮🇱🇺🇸 Gaza ceasefire talks unravel, with Israel and the U.S. signaling alternative approaches.
🇮🇹 Italy warns against premature recognition of Palestine, citing diplomatic fallout.
💶 ECB holds interest rates, assessing inflation risks as "balanced."
Join us for concise context, global analysis, and what it all means for the days ahead.
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