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Global Turning Points: A Week of Deals, Diplomacy, and Disruptions
Diplomatic breakthroughs, economic shifts, and tech industry news highlight a week full of pivotal developments.
Last week witnessed landmark diplomatic breakthroughs, major economic developments, and pivotal policy changes that could reshape global and domestic landscapes. From President Trump’s record-setting Middle East agreements to revived Ukraine-Russia peace talks and a critical Medicaid overhaul proposal, here’s a comprehensive update on the week’s top headlines.
Global Affairs
Trump’s Middle East Tour Secures Historic $2 Trillion Deals
President Donald Trump’s Middle East visit yielded massive agreements, including a $96 billion order from Qatar Airways for 210 Boeing widebody jets—Boeing’s largest ever—and a $142 billion defense contract with Saudi Arabia , the biggest defense sale in history.
Hamas Releases Israeli-American Hostage After 19 Months
Edan Alexander, an Israeli-American soldier, was freed by Hamas after nearly 20 months in captivity, signaling a possible step toward easing regional tensions and advancing ceasefire talks.
Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Resume in Istanbul
For the first time since 2022, Ukraine and Russia resumed direct peace talks. Though a ceasefire remains out of reach, both sides agreed to exchange 1,000 prisoners each—the largest swap to date.
U.S. Policy & Politics
House Republicans introduced legislation requiring Medicaid recipients to complete at least 80 hours of work , volunteering, or education per month. Critics warn the bill could lead to significant coverage losses.
U.S.-China Trade Truce Begins
The U.S. and China agreed to a 90-day tariff truce , with U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods dropping from 145% to 30%, and China reducing tariffs on U.S. goods from 125% to 10%. This move aims to ease supply chain pressures and revive trade negotiations.
Economy & Market
Credit Rating Downgrade
Moody’s downgraded the U.S. credit rating due to persistent deficits and growing interest expenses, raising concerns about the nation’s fiscal health.
Moderate Inflation Continues as Wholesale Prices Drop
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased by 0.3% in April, marking a 2.3% rise over the past year. Meanwhile, wholesale prices fell by 0.5%, the largest decline in five years, suggesting easing inflation at the production level.
Walmart Reports Steady Growth
Walmart’s Q1 FY26 earnings showed steady growth in revenue and operating income, driven primarily by strong performances in grocery and e-commerce sectors.
Business & Tech
Microsoft Announces Major Layoffs
Microsoft plans to cut approximately 6,000 jobs—around 3% of its workforce—to streamline operations and increase investment in artificial intelligence.
Nvidia Secures Landmark AI Deal with Saudi Arabia
Nvidia will supply 18,000 AI chips to Saudi Arabia ’s AI startup Humain, supporting the kingdom’s expansion in AI and cloud computing infrastructure.
UnitedHealth Leadership Shakeup
CEO Andrew Witty resigned amid increasing medical costs and regulatory scrutiny. Former CEO Stephen Hemsley returns to lead the company through this challenging period, with 2025 earnings forecasts suspended.
Coinbase Confirms Data Breach
Coinbase disclosed a data breach caused by rogue support agents accessing customer information. Though no funds were stolen, the company expects up to a $400 million impact and has promised reimbursement for affected users.
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