UK prime minister Keir Starmer is set to defend Europe’s interests and voice before US president Donald Trump, France attempts to build a nuclear shield for Europe, Japan’s car industry appeals to the government for help and we have the roundup of London Fashion Week. Plus: ‘The Global Countdown’ brings the Carnival to Monocle Radio.

All talk? The European Council convenes in Brussels amid global disruption
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Zelensky in Europe as focus shifts to Iran
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Trump delays direct talks with Xi as the Iran war rages on
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