2026-08-04
4 分钟The Economist.
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Donald Trump called Iran unbelievably duplicitous for denying that it is negotiating with America.
Mr. Trump insisted that talks had resumed on Monday, describing them as Iran's last chance for a deal.
Iran said it is discussing the management of the Strait of Hormuz with Oman only.
Still, American markets rallied and the price of Brent crude dropped by around 5% on hopes of diplomacy.
Palantir raised its annual revenue forecast to around $8.15 billion after reporting,
quote, staggering second quarter growth.
The software company previously estimated revenue of roughly $7.65 billion this year.
Palantir's quarterly revenue rose 93% year-on-year to $1.94 billion as government
and commercial sales accelerated in America.
Profits grew by 55% to $1.06 billion.
Two Republican senators backed Todd Blanche's nomination as America's attorney general,
days after threatening to withhold their support.
John Cornyn and Tom Tillis reversed course after Mr. Blanche formally rescinded parts of a deal.
The Justice Department had struck with Mr. Trump, including provisions creating a $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund.
Mr Blanche also clarified the limits of the president's immunity from audits.
Reform UK escalated its anti-migration rhetoric with a pledge to launch a, quote,
military crackdown on small boat crossings into Britain if elected.
After more than a year leading polls, Britain's populist right party recently dropped below the ruling Labour,