Geopolitical Tensions

The conflict between Russia and Ukraine has escalated, with Russian drones violating Polish airspace, leading Poland to invoke NATO's Article 4. This marks the first time a NATO country has directly engaged Russian military assets since the start of the war.

The Israeli-Palestinian conflict continues to be a major source of concern. Israeli airstrikes on Gaza have resulted in numerous casualties, and there have been reports of an Israeli strike on Hamas leadership in Qatar, which has been condemned by the UN.

There are also reports of Israeli airstrikes on alleged Houthi targets in Yemen.

U.S. President Trump has had a "heated call" with Netanyahu regarding the Qatar strike, and the EU leader is seeking sanctions against Israel.