# Partial ceasefire in Lebanon, Russia-Ukraine and 'weaponization' fund

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Podcast: [Reuters World News](https://stenobird.com/podcast/reuters-world-news-7041116)
Published: 2026-06-02T09:59:00+00:00
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Lebanon announces a partial ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Russia pounds Ukrainian cities as President Vladimir Putin prepares to update on the economy at "Russian Davos." U.S. President Donald Trump’s $1.8 billion "weaponization" fund hits a wall after a rare backlash from Senate Republicans. The 2026 midterm primary season heats up. And Serena Williams is back. Listen to the Morning Bid podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Sign up for the Reuters Econ World newsletter ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Listen to the Reuters Econ World podcast ⁠⁠here⁠⁠. Visit the Thomson Reuters Privacy Statement for information on our privacy and data protection practices. You may also visit megaphone.fm/adchoices to opt out of targeted advertising. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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