Russia assesses the probability of a full-scale conflict with NATO as low due to nuclear escalation risks, but is considering limited military actions in European countries or outside Europe, potentially employing hybrid warfare tactics.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/960622-le-figaro-europe-is-preparing-for-a-hybrid-conflict-or-direct-combat-with-russiaThe Taliban's campaign has sparked controversy among human rights groups and the UN, prompting delays in planned arrests and deportations of Afghan asylum seekers. The initial April 1 deadline was pushed back to April 10 due to Eid al-Fitr holidays. Over 845,000 Afghans have fled Pakistan over the past 18 months, according to International Organization for Migration figures.
https://apnews.com/article/pakistan-afghanistan-refugee-expulsion-e0f133a5b15252fca8ed232910784be3The US Trade Representative is investigating China's practices in maritime and logistics sectors, potentially leading to entrance fees for Chinese-built ships entering US ports. The administration is also reviewing tariffs on lumber and copper imports, indicating a prolonged trade war. President's "America First Trade Policy" review includes assessments of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and the Phase One trade deal with China, which was meant to ease tensions between the two nations.
https://www.firstpost.com/explainers/trump-liberation-day-tariffs-impact-global-trade-2025-13876034.htmlThe Trump administration's America First Trade Policy Executive Order has requested assessments from government agencies on various trade practices, including unfair trade, currency manipulation, export controls, and national security threats. The USMCA, free trade agreements, and the World Trade Organization's government procurement agreement are also under review. Reports aim to deliver details on adjustments needed for foreign partners, with a focus on extraterritorial or discriminatory taxes, as per the Hinrich Foundation in New Delhi, India.
https://www.news18.com/explainers/what-trumps-liberation-day-could-mean-for-us-global-markets-and-economy-explained-9281512.htmlUS President Donald Trump expressed frustration over Russia's handling of the Ukraine conflict, stating he was "pissed off" at Russian President Vladimir Putin. Trump threatened to impose secondary tariffs of 25% to 50% on oil imports from Russia if Moscow blocks efforts to end the war in Ukraine. The move comes after Putin criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy's leadership, further straining relations between the two nations.
https://www.thenews.com.pk/print/1296998-to-bomb-if-iran-doesn-t-make-nuclear-deal-threatens-trumpThe US has threatened to launch a heavy bombing campaign against Iran if negotiations on its nuclear program fail, with thousands of missiles located in underground structures across the country, designed to withstand air strikes, according to reports by "Tehran Times".
https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/960645-tehran-we-are-ready-to-respond-to-donald-trump-with-missilesChina, Japan, and South Korea agreed to jointly respond to US tariffs as they held their first economic dialogue in five years. The three countries aim to facilitate regional trade amid tensions with US President Donald Trump's tariffs. China is interested in purchasing chip products from Japan and South Korea, while Japan and South Korea seek to import semiconductor raw materials from China. The countries agreed to strengthen supply chain cooperation and engage in more dialogue on export controls. They also plan comprehensive talks on a South Korea-Japan-China free trade agreement to promote regional and global trade.
https://www.ndtv.com/world-news/china-japan-south-korea-to-jointly-respond-to-us-tariffs-report-8055776The bodies of eight Palestinian medics and rescue workers have been recovered from shallow graves in the Gaza Strip, a grave violation of human dignity according to Philippe Lazzarini, head of the UN agency for Palestinian Refugees (UNRWA). The group went missing on March 23 after Israel resumed an all-out offensive against Hamas earlier this month.
https://www.khaleejtimes.com/world/mena/gaza-medics-dead-bodies-recovered?utm_source=most-popular-worldIran's President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran will not engage in direct talks with the US, but will continue indirect negotiations as per an injunction from Supreme Leader Khamenei. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei condemned a "bombing" threat by Revolutionary Guards Aerospace Commander Amirali Hajizadeh against US forces in the Middle East, warning that violence breeds more violence. Iran has exceeded limits set by the 2015 nuclear deal, prompting Western powers to accuse it of developing nuclear weapons capability.
https://www.brecorder.com/news/40355578/iran-will-deliver-strong-blow-against-us-if-it-attacks-khamenei-says