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elpais.com • Trade • World
China strongly opposes the new round of US tariffs on Chinese goods, urging immediate removal and threatening retaliatory measures.
elpais.com • Trade • World
China retaliated against new US tariffs by imposing its own 34% tariffs on all US imports, escalating the trade war between the two economic superpowers.
elconfidencial.com • Politics • World
The article analyzes the Trump administration's tariffs as a key element in a broader shift of global economic power, aiming to reconstruct world trade through bilateralism and strengthen the US position.
President Trump revealed that the U.S. is engaging in direct, high-level talks with Iran regarding its nuclear program, prompting reactions from Israeli officials and policy experts.
24heures.ch • Economics • World
China's reduced reliance on the US, coupled with its diversification of trade partners, suggests that Beijing is less vulnerable to US trade policies.
elpais.com • Trade • World
China retaliates against new US tariffs with its own 84% tariffs on American goods, escalating the trade war between the two economic superpowers.
elpais.com • Economics • World
A Catalan researcher's study, cited by the Trump administration to justify its tariffs, is criticized by the researcher himself for its misapplication in fueling a potentially recession-inducing trade war.
project-syndicate.org • Politics • World
Despite BRICS' expansion and growing global population representation, its potential to become a dominant force in world politics is questionable due to internal divisions and lack of true representativeness.
nzz.ch • Geopolitics • World
Nine states are shaping the future world order, prioritizing economic strength, foreign policy ambitions, and military capabilities over the previous era's focus on globalization.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panamanian Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha's defiant response to criticism over his country's foreign policy, particularly concerning agreements with the US, sparks controversy and debate.
Russia's development of a potential space-based nuclear weapon, as evidenced by satellite Kosmos 2553, raises concerns about the devastating consequences and challenges the decades-long international consensus against weaponizing space.
elpais.com • Politics • Spain
Spain's Ministry of Defense justifies its large military contracts with Israel due to a lack of technical alternatives, while the Interior Ministry cancels a similar contract amidst political pressure.
nytimes.com • Politics • World
During his first 100 days, President Trump's approach to foreign policy, exemplified by a minerals deal with Ukraine, has been characterized as exploitative and transactional, disrupting the existing world order.
Ukraine's Foreign Ministry clarifies the US's stated shift from active mediation in the Ukraine-Russia peace talks, emphasizing it's a reiteration of previous stances, not a new policy.
Pakistan's National Security Committee authorized its armed forces to respond to what it termed as an Indian aggression following a series of airstrikes.
dailymail.co.uk • Politics • World
The escalating conflict between India and Pakistan, both nuclear-armed states, poses a significant global threat due to the risk of miscalculation and the potential for devastating escalation.
smh.com.au • Politics • SouthAsia
Following a deadly terror attack in Kashmir, escalating tensions between India and Pakistan threaten to erupt into a major conflict, raising concerns due to the removal of key de-escalation mechanisms.
estadao.com.br • Politics • Brazil
President Lula's participation in Moscow's Victory Day celebrations is condemned as a moral and geopolitical failure for Brazil, aligning the country with authoritarian regimes and undermining its democratic principles.
telegraph.co.uk • Politics • World
A recent wargame highlighted the ease with which current global crises could escalate into nuclear war, prompting discussion on potential flashpoints, the weapons involved, and the devastating consequences.
The article details alleged Algerian government operations targeting political opponents in France, implicating President Tebboune and his inner circle.
smh.com.au • Politics • World
The article analyzes the potential for a face-saving trade deal between the US and China under Trump's administration, highlighting the economic pressures on both sides and the need for a seemingly beneficial outcome for Trump.
theatlantic.com • Politics • World
President Trump's foreign policy prioritizes American interests above democratic values or human rights, creating an 'immoral world order' marked by inconsistent application of moral judgments and potential corruption.
elpais.com • Politics • World
The EU will review its association agreement with Israel due to concerns about its compliance with human rights obligations in Gaza.
washingtonpost.com • Politics • World
Iranian officials are warning that nuclear negotiations with the U.S. are in jeopardy due to the Trump administration's demand for zero uranium enrichment, despite Iran's willingness to compromise on enrichment levels.
Despite cultivating relationships with right-wing leaders globally, President Trump's foreign policy decisions demonstrate a lack of consistent support for his ideological allies.
elpais.com • Politics • World
Donald Trump threatens the European Union with 50% tariffs starting June 1st, escalating trade tensions and causing market uncertainty.
economist.com • Trade • World
President Trump's threat of a 50% tariff on EU imports escalates trade tensions and raises concerns about potential European retaliation.
foreignaffairs.com • Politics • World
Despite initial unpredictability, the Trump administration's foreign policy has coalesced around the president's transactional, nationalist, and often authoritarian-leaning worldview.
theglobeandmail.com • Politics • World
This article details the complex and often strained relationship between Canada and Iran, highlighting key events from the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1955 to the 2020 downing of a Ukrainian passenger plane.
theage.com.au • Politics • World
Australia sanctioned Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich for alleged human rights violations against Palestinians, prompting condemnation from Israel and the United States.
theatlantic.com • Politics • Middle East
Neighboring countries' condemnations of Israel's attack on Iran are analyzed, revealing underlying geopolitical complexities and hidden motivations.
scmp.com • Politics • MiddleEast
China's UN ambassador urged Israel to cease its military actions against Iran, warning of severe consequences from the escalating conflict.
telegraph.co.uk • Politics • World
China is considering lifting sanctions imposed on British MPs in 2021 for criticizing China's human rights abuses, signaling a potential thaw in UK-China relations.
oglobo.globo.com • Politics • World
The article examines the strategic partnership between China and Iran, highlighting the benefits and limitations of their cooperation amidst growing tensions with the West and Israel.
economist.com • Politics • World
Donald Trump's potential impact on the AUKUS alliance and increased demands on Australia's defense spending are raising concerns.
ilmessaggero.it • Politics • Europe
European intelligence reports indicate that Iran could have nuclear warheads capable of reaching Europe within days, prompting a strong response from European leaders.
elpais.com • Politics • World
Following a US attack on Iranian nuclear facilities, President Trump threatens further action unless Iran immediately seeks peace.