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Mercredi 17 décembre 2025 à 10:51
International Affairs
Israel’s covert operation against Iran’s nuclear scientists
Washington Post investigations reveal that Israel’s “Operation Narnia” systematically targeted Iran’s nuclear research personnel during a twelve‑day campaign, aiming to disrupt Tehran’s weapons‑grade enrichment program. The report underscores how such clandestine actions heighten regional tensions and complicate diplomatic non‑proliferation efforts.
Washington Post (World)
Washington Post (national)
U.S. blockade of Venezuelan oil tankers fuels market rally
Following President Trump’s order to block sanctioned tankers entering and leaving Venezuela, Wall Street Journal notes a sharp rise in U.S. futures and global commodities, while HuffPost reports heightened geopolitical pressure on Maduro’s regime. The move has revived investor optimism in oil‑related equities, despite concerns over long‑term supply stability.
Wall Street Journal (politics)
HuffPost
Wall Street Journal (Markets)
Amazon eyes $10 billion stake in OpenAI, linking to its Trainium chips
The Information reports that Amazon is negotiating a multibillion‑dollar investment in OpenAI, which would see the AI lab adopt Amazon’s Trainium processors for its massive compute needs. Such a partnership could reshape the AI‑cloud market by tying OpenAI’s future development to AWS infrastructure.
The Information
The Information
Waymo seeks multibillion‑dollar funding at a $100 billion valuation
Waymo is in early talks to raise several billions of dollars at a valuation exceeding $100 billion, according to The Information. The fundraising aims to accelerate the self‑driving unit’s global rollout and cement its lead in autonomous‑vehicle technology.
The Information
Manus AI agent hits $125 million annual run rate
Manus, the AI‑driven digital assistant that went viral earlier this year, announced an annual run rate of $125 million, up from $90 million in August, as reported by The Information. The rapid revenue growth highlights growing enterprise appetite for autonomous agents that can handle complex tasks without human oversight.
The Information
Global security outlook: “New world disorder” warns David Miliband
In a commentary for the World Street Journal, former UK foreign secretary David Miliband warns that the world is slipping into a “more anarchic form of globalization without rules,” reflecting rising geopolitical fragmentation and the erosion of established institutions. His assessment signals heightened uncertainty for multinational cooperation.
Washington Post (World)
Economy
UK inflation eases to eight‑month low, paving way for BOE rate cut
World Street Journal reports that UK consumer prices cooled more than expected in November, bringing inflation to its lowest level in eight months and setting the stage for the Bank of England’s anticipated fourth interest‑rate cut of the year. The slowdown offers relief to households but raises questions about the durability of the recovery.
World Street Journal (International)
Thailand’s central bank trims rates to stimulate a sluggish economy
The Bank of Thailand has resumed interest‑rate cuts, lowering its policy rate to support a weak domestic economy, as detailed in the World Street Journal. Officials hope the easing will spur borrowing and investment, though inflationary pressures remain a concern.
World Street Journal (International)
Diageo divests Kenyan drinks arm to Japan’s Asahi for $2.3 billion
Financial Times notes that spirits giant Diageo will sell its 65 percent stake in Kenya’s East African Breweries Ltd. to Japan’s Asahi for $2.3 billion, a move designed to reduce debt and sharpen its portfolio focus. The transaction underscores shifting investment patterns in emerging‑market consumer goods.
Financial Times
Politics
Trump expands travel ban to five more countries amid immigration crackdown
The Wall Street Journal reports that the Trump administration has broadened its travel restrictions to include five additional nations and imposed partial bans on fifteen more, citing national‑security concerns after a high‑profile shooting of National Guard members. The expansion intensifies the administration’s hard‑line immigration agenda.
Wall Street Journal (politics)
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