The French government is facing an agricultural crisis as farmers blockade roads around the northern city of Caen. They say they need more support to combat flagging exports and low prices that have left an estimated 10% of the country’s livestock producers on the verge of bankruptcy. Plus: Iran and Germany pave the way for deeper economic ties and Cuba tries to boost sales of its Havana Club rum – but it may be forced to re-brand to break into the lucrative American market.

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