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Trump issues fresh reciprocal tariffs on 14 nations; Myanmar and Laos hit hardest

President Trump has announced new reciprocal tariffs to be enforced from August 1, ranging from 25% to 40%, with Myanmar and Laos subject to the steepest 40% rates amid stalled trade talks and intensified pressure on importers.

Netanyahu nominates Trump for Nobel Peace Prize, cites role in Abraham Accords and Iran deal

In a show of political solidarity amid ceasefire negotiations, Netanyahu praised Trump’s role in the Abraham Accords and recent Middle East diplomacy.

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Trump dangles trade deal with India as global tariff offensive intensifies

As US President slaps fresh tariffs on 14 nations, he signals India is 'close' to a breakthrough — linking diplomacy, commerce, and conflict de-escalation in bold remarks.

China opposes Trump’s 10% tariff threat on BRICS supporters, calls for cooperation not coercion

In response to Trump’s threat of extra duties on nations backing BRICS policies, China’s foreign ministry warns against using tariffs as political weapons and urges global economic stability.

Trump threatens 10% extra tariff on any country aligning with BRICS “anti‑American” policies

Announcing on Truth Social, Trump sets a hard July 9 deadline, warning of increased duties on nations backing BRICS rhetoric—prompting swift criticism from the bloc gathered in Rio.

Bilawal Bhutto’s offer to extradite Hafiz Saeed, Masood Azhar sparks fierce backlash in Pakistan

Pakistan's former foreign minister’s remark on extraditing terrorists to India, framed as a confidence-building gesture, triggered outrage from jihadi groups and political rivals, with Hafiz Saeed’s son condemning it as a betrayal of national interests.

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China says Dalai Lama has no say in reincarnation tradition, asserts Beijing’s control over succession

As the Tibetan spiritual leader turns 90, China reignites controversy, declaring only Beijing can approve his successor despite Dalai Lama's affirmation of the tradition's continuity.