UAE says drone strike caused fire at nuclear plant Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 15:02 Attack at Barakah plant caused no injuries, and authorities say radiation levels remain normal
The future of America’s military industrial complex Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 12:00 In an age of disruption, defence is undergoing seismic and lucrative change
Deadly drone strikes on Moscow ‘entirely justified’, says Zelenskyy Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 10:49 Ukrainian president claims responsibility for attacks in retaliation for Russia’s bombardment of Kyiv
Trump’s urge for revenge fuels expensive US primary battle in Kentucky Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 10:00 Primary race is test of president’s hold over Republicans — and the reach of his billionaire allies
EU plan to slash steel imports will hurt Ukraine, officials warn Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 04:00 Brussels’ proposed quota reduction could cost Kyiv up to €1bn in lost export revenue
Gulf freight rates jump as shipping companies turn to trucks to move cargo Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 04:00 Businesses face thousands of dollars in extra costs, with lorries only able to carry a fraction of the goods
Bain Capital closes largest Asia fund after raising $10.5bn Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 04:00 Buyout firm raised $2.1bn more from external investors than had been targeted
Record high Japanese yields trigger bets on repatriation Financial Times 17 May 2026 at 04:00 Fund managers say country’s investors will sell out of US Treasuries to invest in JGBs