This BBC World Service news podcast covers major global events on March 6th, focusing on the emergency EU summit in Brussels regarding the war in Ukraine and President Trump's impact on US foreign policy. The podcast reports on the summit's discussions, including concerns about potential disagreements among EU leaders and the impact of reduced US aid to Ukraine. It also details the aftermath of Russian drone attacks on Ukraine and the accidental bombing of civilian targets in South Korea during a military exercise. The UN's allocation of $110 million to offset cuts in global aid is discussed, along with the discovery of a new part of the immune system with potential antibiotic applications. Finally, the death of jazz musician Roy Ayers is noted.
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