US President Donald Trump has warned Houthi rebels in Yemen and Iran of "real pain" if attacks on US ships continue in the Red Sea, amid rising tensions between the two countries. The warning comes as the US Navy has been conducting patrols in the region to protect its shipping interests. The situation has raised concerns about a potential escalation of conflict in the area.
https://www.livemint.com/news/us-news/donald-trump-warns-houthis-and-iran-of-real-pain-if-attacks-on-us-ships-continue-in-red-sea-11743450489978.htmlUS President Donald Trump expressed anger towards Russian President Vladimir Putin for questioning Ukraine's Volodymyr Zelensky's credibility as a negotiator, and for calling for new leadership in Ukraine. Trump threatened tariffs on firms dealing with Russian oil and warned Ukraine that it would face "big problems" if it got cold feet over a deal to sign over mineral rights to the US. Despite this, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said Putin remained open to speaking with Trump, although no phone call was scheduled.
https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/donald-trump-expects-vladimir-putin-will-fulfill-his-part-of-ukraine-deal-8057327US President Donald Trump is set to announce "Liberation Day" tariffs on Wednesday, targeting countries that have treated the American people unfairly. The move has sparked global anxiety, with key European and Asian indexes closing lower, and markets nervous about potential retaliation from major trading partners like China, Canada, and the European Union. Goldman Sachs analysts raised their recession probability to 35% due to Trump's fixation on tariffs, which could lead to a global trade war. Trump may unveil additional sector-specific levies, including on pharmaceuticals and semiconductors, and has already imposed auto tariffs that will take effect Thursday.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/world/2025/04/01/us-trading-partners-brace-for-trumps-sweeping-new-tariffs/171516US President Donald Trump plans to unveil further tariffs this week, which could lead to global turmoil, as he seeks to address unfair trade imbalances with major trading partners like China, Canada, and the European Union. Trump has warned that his tariffs will be "very kind" but critics fear it may provoke a chain reaction of retaliation. The US has significant goods deficits with countries such as China, Japan, South Korea, and Mexico, which could be targeted by the new tariffs. The move has sparked market nervousness, with key indexes closing lower, and economists warn of potential recession fears.
https://www.malaymail.com/news/world/2025/04/01/trump-says-will-be-kind-with-tariffs-as-deadline-looms/171523President Volodymyr Zelensky has announced that representatives from countries willing to contribute troops to Ukraine will gather at the general staff in approximately a week. France and the UK are among the participating nations, indicating an effort to bolster international support for Ukraine's military efforts.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/3976972-zelensky-and-starmer-coordinate-joint-efforts-to-achieve-peace.htmlAustralia is set to face a new round of American tariffs, including $7 billion in farm produce, after talks with the Trump administration failed to reach an impasse. The federal government has ruled out a deal to adjust domestic policy in response to US complaints about biosecurity checks and pharmaceutical subsidies. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has defended Australia's biosecurity system, while Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has backed the government on the trade dispute. The US Trade Representative report lists concerns about Australian biosecurity, the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme, and support for publishers against tech giants. A 10% tariff on beef and other products is expected to add over $600 million to prices of Australian produce, paid by American consumers.
https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/farmers-warned-to-brace-for-10-per-cent-tariffs-as-trump-targets-7b-industry-20250401-p5lo5e.htmlThe European Union's top official, Ursula von der Leyen, warned the US that it has "many cards" to play when dealing with new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. The US president, Donald Trump, has promised to impose reciprocal tariffs on imported goods to equal those charged by other countries on American products. Von der Leyen stated that Europe does not want to retaliate but has a solid plan in place if necessary.
https://apnews.com/article/ue-europa-eeuu-trump-aranceles-guerra-comercial-398f2f0909dec9ea3b834bdff3d2be35Japan's economy may face a big crisis due to tariffs imposed by US President Donald Trump, particularly in the automotive sector. Itsunori Onodera, Japan's Liberal Democratic Party policy chief, warned that the 25% auto levy will have a significant impact on all regions across Japan, given the breadth of the supply chain of the auto industry.
https://www.japantimes.co.jp/business/2025/04/01/economy/trump-tariffs-japan-crisis/The National Unity Government (NUG) of Myanmar has urged the international community to deliver humanitarian aid directly to earthquake victims, warning that any attempts by the military junta to divert or obstruct assistance would have devastating consequences. The NUG's statement comes after the country initially refused foreign rescue teams and emergency supplies following Cyclone Nargis in 2008, which resulted in over 100,000 deaths. In contrast, officials stated on the day of the earthquake that they would accept outside help. Human rights monitor Tom Andrews has called for an end to military attacks to facilitate aid, emphasizing the need to prioritize saving lives over other considerations.
https://nypost.com/2025/04/01/world-news/rescue-missions-ongoing-in-myanmar-as-earthquake-deathtoll-hits-2700/