Trump: 50% tariffs response to Canada's treatment of US farmers

This new round of duties on Canadian goods is fuelling speculation about a potential announcement of new US tariffs on countries across the world.

Trump Is Squeezing Canada. Don’t Expect Carney to Roll Over.

The president’s new tariffs on a top U.S. trading partner aim at gaining concessions, but the Canadian government, and the public, have been bracing for the escalation.

By Matina Stevis-Gridneff

Trump threatens to reignite trade war with fresh 50% tariffs on Canada

Also in today’s newsletter: petrol prices climb back above $4 a gallon, and Trump’s fundraising Super Pac rakes in more than any other

Trump administration sought phone records of New York Times journalists and their relatives

Officials sought identity of sources ‘long before’ reporters wrote about the president’s Air Force One jet from Qatar Donald Trump’s administration sought phone records of several New York Times journalists and even those of some of their relatives, according to a motion unsealed Monday – an unusually aggressive attempt to unmask the confidential sources of reporters who wrote about the president’s Air Force One jet from Qatar. The Trump administration’s push to compel the identity of sources...

By Associated Press

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

President Donald Trump on Monday imposed 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, declaring that Canada has unfairly discriminated against American autos, alcohol and dairy products.

By The Associated Press

US eyes new tariffs as existing trade duties near expiration

US Trade Rep Jamieson Greer hints at new tariffs on 60 trading partners as Trump's temporary tariffs expire on Friday.

What Canadian goods is Trump targeting with his latest tariff move?

U.S. President Donald Trump is moving to impose a new 50 per cent import duty on dozens of Canadian goods. Here are the products he's targeting.

Greer hints new Trump tariffs coming on dozens of countries: 'Expect action soon'

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer's comments the Trump administration could impose new tariffs just as other duties are set to expire.

Middle East war stuck in 'cycle of enhanced risk' as US and Iran exchange strikes

The US has bombed Iran for a tenth consecutive night, following the killing of American soldiers in Jordan and Iraq. Washington continues to call for an end to Iranian attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. For its part, Iran says it is at 'full scale war' with the US. Experts are concerned that there is no easy off-ramp, although both countries show signs that they are looking to de-escalate.

By FRANCE24

Trump looks set to roll out a new set of tariffs. Will markets care?

The president is expected to impose fresh import taxes this week, as levies from February are only able to remain in effect for 150 days.

By Victor Reklaitis

Canadian PM Mark Carney ready to ‘intensify’ trade talks after Trump imposes 50% tariffs

President Trump clarified on Tuesday that his latest tariffs targeting Canada were not a response to wildfires

By Promit Mukherjee

Trump's New 50% Tariff on Canadian Goods Is Actually an Admission That Trade Wars Don't Work

Matthew Lau: Trump’s tariff beatings against Americans will continue until morale improves

The cost of trade barriers are paid for by importers, not exporters

By Carson Jerema

Donald Trump's tariff tornado returns as India deal stalls

Donald Trump plans to impose new tariffs on many countries, including India. These tariffs will affect global trade and financial markets significantly. India's trade deal negotiations with the US face potential complications. The US administration cites unfair trade practices and forced labor concerns. This move escalates trade tensions and impacts international commerce.

By CHIDANAND RAJGHATTA

Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canada, escalating US-Canada trade tensions

Trump announces 50% tariffs on Canadian imports over cars, dairy and alcohol. Wine, cement and hockey sticks face duties, while energy and minerals are exempt.

Trump eyes expanded Iran campaign as Israeli officials warn Tehran may strike Israel

Trump is expected to escalate the war with Iran, leading Israeli officials to believe that Tehran could retaliate directly against Israel.

Trump's AI Chief Resigns After Just Three Months

US President Donald Trump's AI chief has resigned just three months after taking charge.

Trump and the threshold of pain

It would be so easy for Donald Trump to escape from the trap he has built for himself in the Persian Gulf. Just declare a victory and leave. So what if the Iranians also declare a victory (with a lot more accuracy)? The ‘nuclear weapons’ that gave Trump (and Israeli leader Binyamin Netanyahu) a pretext […]

Lebanon leader to meet Trump as Hezbollah pressure builds

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington, as pressure builds for Beirut to disarm Hezbollah.

US man arrested for lighting fire near immigration offices

NEW YORK (AFP) -- A US Army veteran was arrested Monday for starting a fire outside a federal building in New York, apparently in protest against President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Andrew Arrabaca, 43, allegedly poured gasoline outside the Manhattan office block before setting it alight using a lighter and a firework, and then shot pellets from an airsoft rifle. Officials said two government employees and one civilian suffered minor injuries in the incident at 26 Federal Plaza, which

By The Korea Herald

Diplomatic efforts seek to avert Trump split with U.N. refugee agency, sources say

The U.S. deliberations over ​leaving UNHCR, created in the aftermath of World War II, follow a disagreement over the appointment of the deputy high commissioner.

Trump prepares fresh tariffs on dozens of countries: Report

Trump orders 50% tariff on most Canadian goods

The tariffs are set to take effect in 30 days

By Peter Weber, The Week US

US, Mexico resume USMCA trade talks as Trump hits Canada with new tariffs

US and Mexico begin first formal USMCA talks since Washington declined to extend the trade pact on July 1

By Reuters

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian products

U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on a broad range of Canadian imports on Monday, citing alleged trade discrimination against American-made cars, alcohol and dairy...

Trump orders new 50% tariff on many Canadian goods - The Daily Star

Trump orders new 50% tariff on many Canadian goods  The Daily Star

Civil rights groups clash with Trump administration after influencer video triggers funding freeze

News reports revealed that Shirley’s allegations regarding widespread childcare fraud in...

National Guard Deployment To DC Will Continue Until Trump's Term Ends

National Guard Deployment To DC Will Continue Until Trump's Term Ends A new extension of the National Guard’s deployment to Washington will keep guardsmen in the nation’s capital until President Donald Trump’s term ends in more than two years. The Pentagon confirmed on Thursday that the mission for which National Guard troops were deployed will continue until Jan. 20, 2029, or until the president terminates it. The extension would allow National Guard members to remain in Washin...

By Tyler Durden

US readies new tariffs as Trump’s 10% global levy to expire

The United States is acting soon on a host of new tariffs targeting dozens of countries, trade envoy Jamieson Greer said Tuesday, with President Donald Trump's temporary global levy due to expire this week. The post US readies new tariffs as Trump’s 10% global levy to expire appeared first on Vanguard News.

By Ayobami

Trump’s reckless gamble: How American aggression against Iran is crippling global economy - Tehran Times

Trump’s reckless gamble: How American aggression against Iran is crippling global economy  Tehran Times

Romania’s acceptance into Visa Waiver program depends on Trump admin, interim foreign minister says

By radu.dumitrescu

Trump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods as trade tensions escalate

US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada, in retaliation for what he called "unequal treatment" of US cars, dairy and alcohol.

By Deborah Okailey Quarcoo

U.S. renews Worldwide Caution as Iran targets Gulf states and Trump vows retaliation

Washington warns Americans worldwide to stay alert as U.S. strikes on Iran continue and Gulf airspace disruptions mount. The U.S. State Department has issued a Worldwide Caution advisory warning Americans…

By Eman Hawi