The Globalist The US-Australia meeting: are critical minerals Anthony Albanese's Trump card?
Oct 20, 2025
Julia Jen, a Monocle researcher, examines the critical minerals pitch as a strategic lever for Anthony Albanese in his talks with Donald Trump. Inzamam Rashid elaborates on the fragile Gaza ceasefire, revealing the humanitarian impact of recent strikes. Oscar Guardiola-Rivera discusses Peru's political turmoil, focusing on the impeachment of its president and the ongoing protests driven by economic grievances. Together, they explore how these international dynamics influence relationships and stability in their respective regions.
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Aid Suspensions Amplify Suffering
- Israeli strikes halted humanitarian aid briefly by closing the Rafa crossing, deepening Gaza's supply crisis.
- Even brief suspensions of aid worsen food, fuel and medical shortages for civilians.
Fragile Gaza Ceasefire
- The Gaza ceasefire remains fragile after recent strikes and humanitarian pauses are repeatedly threatened.
- Regional mediators and US diplomacy are vital but enforcement on the ground is inconsistent and brittle.
US Role In Mediating Truce
- Trump downplayed ceasefire breaches and attributed them to rogue Hamas factions rather than leadership.
- US diplomatic investment raises the stakes for Washington to prevent a collapse of the truce.