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European Commission President von der Leyen: Peace cannot be achieved in the Middle East while the conflict in Lebanon continues.

Israeli National Security Minister Gerver: We love the United States and are grateful to President Trump. However, Israel is not the kind of country that can be pushed around by foreign powers.

Russian Ministry of Defense: Conducted a large-scale attack on Ukrainian military industrial facilities.

According to the New York Post,President Trump warned France could trigger a new trade fight if it does not drop its 3% digital services tax, threatening 100% tariffs on all French champagne and wine if the levy remains. He said he had directly told President Macron to cancel the tax; the U.S. market accounts for roughly one-fifth of French wine sales, over $2bn annually. France’s 3% digital services tax, effective since 2019, targets gross revenues from digital services and applies to companies including Alphabet, Amazon, Meta and Apple, hitting U.S. tech firms because it is levied on revenue rather than profit.

According to Reuters: Ship tracking data shows that after the United States and Iran announced a peace agreement, the "Disha" liquefied natural gas tanker sailed eastward and passed through the Strait of Hormuz. The tanker was carrying cargo from Ras Laffan port in Qatar and was chartered by Oil and Gas Corporation of India.

According to the New York Post: Trump said France must abandon its technology tax system or its wine exports to the United States will face high tariffs.

Ukrainian Military: Russia launched 70 missiles and 611 drones at night.

According to the New York Post: Trump threatened to impose 100% tariffs on French wine over digital taxes.

Market news: Japan extended its policy requirements for reducing private oil reserves.

India's Finance Minister: Recent tax changes on foreign investors in government bonds, as well as other central bank measures, are expected to boost capital inflows.

Finance Minister of India: Increasing volatility in fertilizer prices poses a challenge to India.

Finance Minister of India: India faces challenges from foreign exchange, crude oil price uncertainty and insufficient rainfall this year.

California Governor Newsom: The White House was built for the American people. Now it is used to promote companies in which Trump owns stock, sell subscriptions, promote corporate sponsors, and benefit Trump and his family.

Japan's 30-year government bond yield fell 4.5 basis points to 3.750%.

Japan's tertiary industry activity index in April recorded a monthly rate of 1.3%, down from -0.20% in the previous month.

Spanish Foreign Minister: Welcomes the announcement of the agreement between the United States and Iran. Thanks to the mediators for their efforts. Free and safe navigation in the Strait of Hormuz is crucial. Dialogue and negotiations can resolve outstanding issues and secure ceasefires, including in Lebanon.

Japan's 30-year government bond yield fell 3.5 basis points to 3.760%.

Pakistan Foreign Minister: We thank the leaders of the United States and Iran for their trust in Pakistan and appreciate their commitment to remain engaged in the pursuit of peace and a negotiated outcome.

Australian iron ore mining company Hancock Exploration: Makes a major investment in SpaceX. This investment reflects confidence in Musk and recognizes the importance of innovation. , except for SpaceX, Hancock has no plans to further invest in the aerospace field.

Indonesia's benchmark stock index rose 4.4% to 6,269.5 points, hitting its highest level since May 26.