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April 1, 2025

Russia Downplays Trump's Anger at Putin Meeting

Russia has downplayed US President Donald Trump's comments about his frustration with Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying that peace efforts between the two nations are ongoing. The remarks came after Trump expressed his anger towards Putin during a meeting in Bangkok, Myanmar. Russia's foreign ministry stated that it is committed to maintaining good relations with the US and that there have been no significant changes in their relationship.

https://www.livemint.com/news/world/russia-downplays-donald-trump-s-pissed-off-rage-at-putin-insists-peace-efforts-are-ongoing-11743442506401.html

April 1, 2025

Starmer Meets Trump in UK-US Trade Talks

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer discussed "productive negotiations" with former US President Donald Trump about a UK-US trade deal. German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stated that the EU would respond firmly to any new tariffs, but remains open to compromise. Law firm Wiley Rein's Greta Peisch believes it is possible for fresh tariffs to be reduced or put on hold swiftly.

https://channelnewsasia.com/world/us-president-donald-trump-says-kind-tariffs-deadline-5036226

April 1, 2025

Taiwan's President Lai Sparks Regional Tensions

Taiwan's President Lai has implemented aggressive policies aimed at promoting Taiwanese independence, including environmental initiatives dubbed "green terror" and a revised two-state concept that emphasizes Taiwan's sovereignty. These actions have heightened tensions across the Taiwan Strait with China, fueling concerns about regional stability under Lai's leadership.

https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202504/1331276.shtml

April 1, 2025

Tapper Demands Evidence on Arrested Academic Scholars

CNN host Jake Tapper criticized the Trump administration's justification for arresting academic scholars, including Indian national Khan Suri and Tufts University grad student Rumeysa Ozturk, by questioning the lack of evidence provided by the State Department. Tapper stated that if there is specific evidence of problematic behavior, such as lawbreaking or antisemitism, he welcomes it but demands transparency from the administration. He urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem to provide details about the cases, suggesting they present evidence directly to him or through CNN correspondent Priscilla Alvarez.

https://www.rawstory.com/trump-immigration-arrests/

April 1, 2025

Trump's Tariffs to Cost US Households $2,000 Annually

US President Trump's tariffs on foreign-made vehicles could cost the average household up to $2,000 annually, according to Yale University analysis. A CBS News/YouGov poll found that 72% of Americans believe tariffs will increase prices in the short term, while less than a third think it will drive prices down in the long term.

https://www.scrippsnews.com/politics/economy/what-to-expect-as-new-tariffs-take-effect-this-week

April 1, 2025

Trump Threatens Houthi Rebels Over Ship Attacks

US President Donald Trump warned Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels that military operations will continue until they stop threatening freedom of navigation, stating "the choice for the Houthis is clear - stop attacking American ships and we will stop attacking you." The US has launched a recent military campaign targeting Houthi positions in Yemen, where the rebel movement, Ansar Allah, controls significant territory.

https://www.fakti.bg/en/world/960870-trump-military-strikes-against-houthis-will-continue-until-threat-is-eliminated

April 1, 2025

Trump Threatens Retaliation with Larger Tariffs on Allies

President Donald Trump threatened that if the European Union and Canada collaborate to harm the US economy through tariffs, they would face even larger tariffs themselves as a way to protect their closest allies.

https://nypost.com/2025/03/31/us-news/trumps-major-global-tariffs-have-no-exemptions-at-this-time-wh-says/

April 1, 2025

Trump Threatens Tariffs Over Putin's Zelenskyy Comments

US President Donald Trump expressed "anger" at Russian President Vladimir Putin over comments about Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, threatening secondary tariffs of 25%-50% on Russian oil buyers if peace talks fail. Despite earlier statements that the US and Ukraine had moved beyond mineral deal talks, Trump warned Zelenskyy would face "big, big problems" if he backs out of the agreement. A limited ceasefire in Ukraine, mediated by the US, Ukraine, and Russia, has been observing a halt on strikes on energy infrastructures and safe navigation in the Black Sea.

https://www.deseret.com/politics/2025/03/31/trump-said-hes-angry-with-putin-and-ukraine-war-updates/

April 1, 2025

Trump Warns Iran Over Nuclear Program Stalemate

US President Donald Trump has sent a letter to Iran seeking a new agreement on nuclear weapons, amid heightened military readiness in the region. The presence of B-2 stealth bombers at Diego Garcia, a strategically vital location jointly operated by the US and UK, signals preparations for potential engagement with Iran or serves as a deterrent. This comes after President Trump intensified actions against Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen, where maritime security concerns have been raised due to attacks on Navy and commercial vessels in the Red Sea. Iran has rejected direct negotiations with the US over its nuclear program, prompting President Trump's warning of further tariffs if talks do not progress.

https://www.scrippsnews.com/us-news/military/us-deploys-stealth-bombers-to-key-base-in-indio-pacific-amid-tension-with-iran