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EU Takes Stand Against US Tariffs, Proposes 25% Retaliatory Duties
Bulletin
April 10, 2025
EU backs first retaliatory tariffs on US goods over Trump’s levies, targeting $24B in imports across three phases.
EU backs first retaliatory tariffs on US goods over Trump’s levies, targeting $24B in imports across three phases.
Premier Li Qiang slams US tariff hikes, vows economic resilience, and calls for deeper EU-China cooperation on trade.
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EU willing to negotiate a tariff-free trade pact with the US but warns of retaliatory tariffs over steel, aluminium duties.
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Elon Musk urges US-Europe tariff-free trade zone and open movement as global tensions rise over Trump’s new import tariffs.
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Russia’s envoy denies claims of Pakistan supplying arms to Ukraine, stresses strong ties and regional security cooperation.
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Russia and Ukraine agree to a naval ceasefire in the Black Sea, but Russia links its enforcement to sanctions relief.
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Germany reopens its embassy in Syria after 12 years, pledging aid while urging stability and accountability from new leaders.
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US, Ukrainian, and Russian officials resume talks in Saudi Arabia on a partial Ukraine-Russia ceasefire and Black Sea security.
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Nepal urges Ukraine to release seven Nepali nationals captured in Russia’s army, as FM Deuba seeks diplomatic resolution in New Delhi.
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Poland and Baltics to exit Ottawa Treaty, citing Russia threat, allowing use of landmines despite global disarmament concerns.