The challenges to a ceasefire in Gaza

Brussels threatens to hit Hungary’s economy if Viktor Orbán vetoes Ukraine aid, the UN’s highest court orders Israel to limit harm to Palestinians in Gaza, Germany’s carmakers are struggling amidst the transition to electric vehicles, and EY and Bank of America are monitoring workers’ in-office attendance.

Mentioned in this podcast:

ICJ orders Israel to limit harm to Palestinians in Gaza

German car suppliers struggle to adjust to EV shift

Brussels threatens to hit Hungary’s economy if Viktor Orbán vetoes Ukraine aid

EY starts monitoring UK staff office attendance with turnstile data

Biden says Iran-backed militants killed 3 US servicemen in drone attack

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