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Trump administration briefing: Trump changes tack on tariffs – again – as US plans to close consulates  The Guardian US Big Chunk of North American Trade Remains Exposed to Tariffs  The Wall Street Journal CNBC Daily Open: Trump paused tariffs for some

The short history of Trump’s tariff chaos — and more that happened this week  NPRView Full Coverage on Google News

Pope Francis remains stable after thanking public for prayers, Vatican says  ABC News Vatican says hospitalized Pope Francis is showing ‘gradual, slight improvement’  NPR Pope Francis, starting fourth week in hospital, showing improvement, Vatican says  Reuters Faithful Hear Pope Francis’ Voice for First

EU summit on Ukraine: Europe seems ready to spend on defense  DW (English) The EU backs a big defense package as Zelenskyy confirms talks with the U.S. next week  NPR Zelenskyy attends emergency Europe summit amid pressure from US, Russia  ABC News Friday

China has a message for Trump: the US won’t stop its rise  CNN

Analysis: China has a message for Trump: the US won’t stop its rise  CNN

China has a message for Trump: the US won’t stop its rise  CNN

Volodymyr Zelenskyy has thanked Ukraine’s allies for condemning Russian strikes after one of the deadliest days for civilians in his country so far this year.

Organizations funded by the United States helped keep dangerous pathogens in check around the world. Now many safeguards are gone, and Americans may pay the price.

His unusual governing arrangement with President Trump is opening Republicans up to being yoked politically to Mr. Musk, who polls show is broadly unpopular.