Makana 360 Daily Insights:
📌 US gas prices hit $4 per gallon as threats against Iran’s energy facilities raise market fears
US gas prices climbed to $4 per gallon as pressure intensified across global energy markets amid rising tensions with Iran. The increase came as markets worried that any direct attack on Iran’s energy infrastructure could disrupt oil supply routes and push prices even higher, while Donald Trump’s threats added to wider anxiety about a broader regional destabilization. Analysts say any further escalation could quickly feed through into fuel costs, inflation, and consumer spending across the United States.
📌 Congressman urges King Charles to meet Epstein victims during US visit
Democratic Congressman Ro Khanna urged King Charles to meet Jeffrey Epstein’s victims during his expected visit to the United States, arguing that the scandal is not only an American matter but also has British dimensions because of Epstein’s ties to UK figures and institutions. Khanna said such a meeting would give survivors a direct chance to be heard and could help uncover any additional information held by British individuals or institutions. He also noted that Congress had previously sought testimony from Prince Andrew and Peter Mandelson over their links to Epstein, but without success.
📌 European countries criticize Israel’s plans to expand the death penalty
France, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom expressed deep concern over an Israeli bill that would broaden the use of the death penalty, warning that it could disproportionately target Palestinians and undermine democratic principles. Backed by Israel’s far-right government, the proposal has also drawn criticism from human rights groups and UN experts, who argue that it risks turning capital punishment into a discriminatory tool while limiting judicial discretion and preventing courts from properly weighing individual circumstances. The measure is expected to continue moving through the Knesset, keeping the issue politically and diplomatically sensitive.
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