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Spain expected to adopt emergency tax cuts to counter impact of US-Israel war on Iran – Europe live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-03-20T09:05:19+00:00

VAT tax on fuels will reportedly drop from 21% to 10%, as Ursula von der Leyen suggests EU may move to help states with rising energy costsSpain is set to put forward a number of emergency tax cuts this morning to counter the economic impact of the Iran war.The measures – set to be presented at a press conference 11am local time – are expected to include lowering VAT tax on fuels to 10% from 21%, according to early media reports, alongside other changes, including to the hydrocarbon and electricity duties, intended to help with growing energy prices. Continue reading...

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On a Holiday of Renewal, Iranians Are Mourning and Fearful

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-03-20T09:02:55+00:00

As they start a new year, Iranians are reckoning with bombardment, repression and economic misery. Still, many are holding fast to ancient traditions.

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New Data Shows Where ICE Has Been Most Active This Year

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-03-20T09:02:22+00:00

The pace of ICE arrests nationwide has topped 1,100 per day on average in 2026, but the rate of arrests has varied across the country in sometimes surprising ways.

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Nuevos desarrollos de lujo marcan el ritmo del mercado inmobiliario de CABA

Source: Clarin · Published: 2026-03-20T09:01:52+00:00

Con una inversión de US$ 370 millones, Udaondo fusiona arte y sostenibilidad en Nuñez, ofreciendo buenas vistas al río y amenities de primer nivel.Osten Tower II, en Puerto Madero, promete redefinir el skyline con 33 pisos y amenities exclusivos como un Wellness Center y piscina panorámica.En Palermo, YUD Cabello ofrece unidades de uno a tres ambientes y se destaca por su atractivo para renta turística.

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Trump Organization Eyes Transylvania Golf Course Deal

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-03-20T09:01:06+00:00

The president’s company is eyeing a site for a golf course and luxury apartments. Will a huge landfill and a troubled project history stand in the way?

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Trump Organization Eyes Transylvania Golf Course Deal

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-03-20T09:01:05+00:00

The president’s company is eyeing a site for a golf course and luxury apartments. Will a huge landfill and a troubled project history stand in the way?

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Iran : la politique de retenue des pays du Golfe de moins en moins tenable

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-03-20T09:00:21+00:00

Arabie saoudite, Qatar, Koweït et Emirats arabes unis subissent les attaques iraniennes sur leurs infrastructures énergétiques menées en représailles aux frappes américano-israéliennes et s’interrogent sur leurs capacités à mettre fin à cette escalade.

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Guerre en Iran : la politique de retenue des pays du Golfe de moins en moins tenable

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-03-20T09:00:21+00:00

Arabie saoudite, Qatar, Koweït et Emirats arabes unis subissent les attaques iraniennes sur leurs infrastructures énergétiques menées en représailles aux frappes américano-israéliennes et s’interrogent sur leurs capacités à mettre fin à cette escalade.

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U.S.-Israeli rift widens over potential end game in Iran

Source: Washington Post - World · Published: 2026-03-20T09:00:04+00:00

Israel’s assault on the world’s largest natural gas deposit has renewed tensions between the two allies’ end goals in Iran.

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U.S.-Israeli rift widens over potential endgame in Iran

Source: Washington Post - World · Published: 2026-03-20T09:00:04+00:00

Israel’s assault on the world’s largest natural gas deposit has renewed tensions between the two allies’ end goals in Iran.

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Iran hits Kuwaiti oil refinery and explosions boom over Tehran from Israeli attack

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-03-20T08:56:42+00:00

The refinery, which can process some 730,000 barrels of oil per day, was already damaged Thursday in another Iranian attack. It is one of three oil refineries in Kuwait, a tiny, oil-rich nation on the Persian Gulf.

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How Geopolitics Threaten K-Pop’s Ambitions in China

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-03-20T08:56:14+00:00

Japanese members of some K-pop bands have been absent from recent concerts in China. Experts say that’s linked to tension between Tokyo and Beijing.

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A Washington, un sommet nippo-américain cordial malgré les divergences sur l’Iran

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-03-20T08:40:30+00:00

La rencontre entre la première ministre japonaise, Sanae Takaichi, et le président américain, jeudi, à la Maison Blanche, s’est conclue sur l’annonce d’une coopération accrue dans les domaines sécuritaires, énergétiques et commerciaux. Les promesses d’investissements massifs ont nuancé le refus de Tokyo d’envoyer des navires pour sécuriser le détroit d’Ormuz.

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Sri Lanka refuses US request to land warplanes

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-03-20T08:22:30+00:00

We want to maintain our neutrality despite pressures, Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said

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ВЦИОМ: Путину доверяют 76,7% россиян

Source: Vedomosti – All Articles · Published: 2026-03-20T08:14:56+00:00

Уровень доверия президенту РФ Владимиру Путину составляет 76,7%, показатель за неделю стал ниже на 0,6 п. п. Такие данные получил аналитический центр ВЦИОМ по итогам опроса, проведенного с 9 по 15 марта.

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