Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz criticized Barcelona's teenage star Lamine Yamal for waving a Palestinian flag during the team's La Liga title parade, accusing him of inciting hatred. Yamal, 18, waved the flag from an open-top bus during Monday's celebrations in Barcelona, which drew about 750,000 fans.

May 14, 2026

Economy

5 Major Japanese Trading Houses Post Record Profits, Flag Middle East Risks

On May 1, five of Japan's largest trading houses reported fiscal 2026 results, with three logging record net profits thanks to high commodity prices and strategic investments. However, they flagged risks from Middle East tensions and potential U.S. rate impacts, forecasting a 10–15% profit decline in fiscal 2027.

May 2, 2026