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‘Last address to the world’ – Mariupol on the brink of collapse

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3 years ago

April 21, 2022

As Russian forces continue their advance on Mariupol, a Ukrainian military commander has appeared in a video message posted online, in which he says could be his “last address to the world”

Ukraine’s military is trying desperately to hold on to the strategic port city, but armed forces are outnumbered and running out of supplies.

The marine commander says he and his men may only have hours left, but they are determined not to surrender.

The Russian deadline for civilians still left in the region to flee has now passed, with no indication Ukraine has complied.

It’s believed the last remaining individuals are sheltering in one of the city’s major steel plants, with 1,000 civilians part of this group.

Ukraine’s leaders have announced some last-minute plans to rescue at leat some of the civilians before it’s too late.

There are reports up to 90 buses were be sent to evacuate about 6,000 Ukrainians on Wednesday, but estimates suggest there are still over 100,000 people trapped in the region.

The steel factory where many are hiding has become the last centre of the Ukrainian resistance in Mariupol.

In eastern Donbas, Russia is continuing its new offensive, but UK intelligence says Ukrainian forces are successfully defending the region.

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Trump’s “very productive” deal: What’s behind the U.S.-China agreement?

US and China agree to new terms amid trade war, following productive talks between Treasury Secretary Bessent and Vice Premier He.

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16 hours ago

May 12, 2025

Ahron Young

US and China agree to new terms amid trade war, following productive talks between Treasury Secretary Bessent and Vice Premier He.

The United States and China have reached a new agreement amid an intensifying trade war between the world’s two largest economies. This comes after US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held their first in-person talks since the imposition of heavy tariffs on both sides.

President Trump has described the discussions as “very productive,” signaling cautious optimism as financial markets remain volatile and American consumers feel the pinch of rising prices. Secretary Bessent addressed reporters after long negotiations, underlining the urgency both sides felt to de-escalate the stalemate.

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U.S. and China strike surprise trade deal

US and China reach a significant trade deal amid tensions, signaling thawing relations, while the UK secures symbolic concessions; insights from economist Tim Harcourt.

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16 hours ago

May 12, 2025

Ahron Young

US and China reach a significant trade deal amid tensions, signaling thawing relations, while the UK secures symbolic concessions; insights from economist Tim Harcourt.

In a stunning development amid rising tensions, the United States and China have agreed on a new deal as part of their ongoing trade war.

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng held the first in-person meetings in years, signaling a potential thaw in relations.

President Trump called the talks “very productive.”

Meanwhile, the UK has managed to score key trade concessions from the US, including on autos, jet engines, and steel—although the benefits may be more symbolic than substantial. Could this deal impact Australia’s trade position?

We unpack the details with Professor Tim Harcourt, Chief Economist at UTS and host of The Airport Economist.

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Inflation data, earnings reports, and market trends to watch

Investors focus on inflation data, trade meetings, Fed remarks, retail sales, and key earnings reports this week.

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22 hours ago

May 12, 2025

Ahron Young

Investors focus on inflation data, trade meetings, Fed remarks, retail sales, and key earnings reports this week.

In Short:
Inflation data will be a key focus this week, alongside trade meeting results and important earnings reports. Investors will monitor Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s remarks and various economic indicators, including retail sales and sentiment surveys.

Inflation data set for Tuesday is expected to be a focal point this week.

Investors will also assess the results of recent U.S. and Chinese trade meetings following a quiet Friday that saw stock declines for the week.

On Thursday, remarks from Fed Chair Jerome Powell will be closely monitored as he faces pressure from President Donald Trump regarding interest rate decisions.

Retail sales figures will also be released on Thursday, coinciding with Walmart’s earnings report.

Key earnings announcements this week include those from Cisco Systems, Alibaba Group, Deere & Co., Applied Materials, and Take-Two Interactive.

In addition, consumer and small business sentiment surveys, along with data from the homebuilding and manufacturing sectors, may also draw interest.