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Global Commodity Crises And British Politics
Simon Constable discusses recent weather, global commodity price spikes, and British political developments. Following relief from long summer heat in France, global markets are facing surging energy costs, with Brent crude hitting $100 per barrel, European electricity rising 30%, and high diesel prices. Agricultural commodities like soybeans, wheat, and corn have also climbed significantly. In Great Britain, Prime Minister Burnham's government faces controversies over turning away volunteer migrant rescue vessels, defunding Territorial Army reserves, and elevated bond yields. Additionally, Foreign Minister Ed Miliband addressed contentious proposals regarding Israeli West Bankimport bans. (8)

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