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UK house price rise defies economic impact of Iran war
Unexpected increase in April supported by relative strength in household finances
FirstFT: Israel rushed laser system to UAE to counter Iran missiles
Also in today’s newsletter: UK terror threat level raised and the quest for Earth 2.0
Trump adrift: the president’s second term is at risk of foundering
There are signs that voters are losing faith as problems mount for his administration ahead of midterm elections
Elevator companies hope subsidies in China will lift their prospects
Incentives to replace ageing equipment set to help compensate for still-sluggish property sector
Trump drops Scotch whisky tariffs ‘in honour’ of King Charles
US president lifts duties on the drink following the British monarch’s trip to Washington





