FT News Briefing Friday, July 5
Jul 5, 2019
Tensions rise as British Marines and Gibraltar police seize a tanker believed to carry Iranian oil destined for Syria. The Women's World Cup approaches its finale, raising questions about whether the US team will accept an invitation to the White House amid discussions on gender pay equity. Rumors swirl about potential successors to Christine Lagarde at the IMF, while NASA faces pressure to return astronauts to the moon by 2024, a goal fraught with financial and political challenges.
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Tanker Seizure and EU-Iran Tensions
- British Marines and Gibraltar police seized a tanker suspected of carrying Iranian oil to Syria.
- This action risks escalating tensions between Tehran and the EU, especially if the oil's origin is confirmed as Iranian, violating EU sanctions against the Assad regime.
US Women's Team: On and Off the Field
- The US Women's World Cup team's success is intertwined with political controversy, including a public disagreement with President Trump.
- The team also sued US Soccer for gender discrimination, highlighting their activism alongside their athletic achievements.
Lagarde's IMF Legacy
- Christine Lagarde's leadership at the IMF was initially questioned due to her non-economist background.
- However, she earned international respect by effectively communicating complex issues and fostering collaboration.