Ukrainian Drone Makers Target Asian Markets; Taiwan Approves $6.7 Billion Drone Defense Plan

No peace talks between the United States and Iran took place on Friday, and no new date has been announced. We have the latest updates.

Ukrainian drones have helped repel Russian attacks for years. Now, China’s neighbors—including Taiwan and Japan—are eager to learn from Ukraine’s experience as they prepare to deter a potential conflict.

Taiwan is pushing a new bill to invest billions in drone technology to counter China. Meanwhile, Australia is sending drones to the Philippines to strengthen maritime defenses.

A historic shift in Cuba. The communist island is opening up to free-market reforms amid severe U.S. sanctions and secret diplomatic talks. Is Havana opening a new chapter—and how will Washington respond?

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11. Cuba Passes Historic Free-Market Economic Reforms
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