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A rundown of the most important global business stories you need to know for the coming day, from the newsroom of the Financial Times. Available every weekday morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Israel pushes to restart strikes against Iran

October 21, 2026

Marc Filippino (0:02)

Good morning from the Financial Times. Today is Wednesday, October 21st, and this is your FT News Briefing.

Peace talks between Ukraine and Russia begin another cycle, and Israel made plans to strike Iran earlier this month. Plus investors are feeling calmer about guilts ahead of the UK budget. I'm Marc Filippino, and here's the news you need to start your day.

Amy McKinnon (1:03)

Hi Marc.

Marc Filippino (1:04)

So, Amy, what did we see in Oslo yesterday?

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