US President Donald Trump has proposed new nuclear talks with Iran, following a warning that "bad things are going to happen" if Tehran refuses to negotiate. Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar supports a military option to stop Iran's nuclear program, while analysts believe Iran may be weeks away from producing a deliverable nuclear weapon. Trump had previously withdrawn the US from an agreement to ease sanctions on Iran in exchange for curbs on its nuclear program. In response to his letter to Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has delivered a counter-letter through Oman, which has served as an intermediary in past talks.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/international/trump-says-there-will-be-bombing-if-iran-fails-to-make-peace-deal/article69394096.eceUS President Trump has written a letter to Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei, urging him to negotiate and warning that a military confrontation would be "terrible". The move comes amid tensions over Iran's nuclear program, which has accelerated its production of near weapons-grade uranium. Trump's letter follows his previous attempts to engage with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, which led to face-to-face meetings but no deals. The US and Israel have warned that Iran will never acquire a nuclear weapon, while Tehran maintains its program is for peaceful purposes.
https://www.scrippsnews.com/world/middle-east/iran-has-rejected-direct-negotiations-with-the-us-in-response-to-trumps-letterUS President Donald Trump has written a letter to Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, urging him to negotiate over concerns about Iran's nuclear program and enrichment of uranium to near weapons-grade levels. The move comes after the US and Israel warned that Iran would never acquire a nuclear weapon. Trump's letter follows his previous attempts to engage with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, which led to face-to-face meetings but no agreements on limiting Pyongyang's atomic bombs and missile capabilities. The letter may be influenced by Trump's 2020 drone strike in Baghdad that killed Iranian Gen. Qassem Soleimani, and recent US claims that Iran plotted to assassinate Trump before his election.
https://apnews.com/article/iran-rejects-direct-negotiations-trump-letter-us-c414743a567c574b6f48f64a2e889f31Britain's hopes of securing an economic deal with the US before April 2, dubbed 'liberation day' by President Trump, are fading as talks continue despite Government sources losing faith in a successful agreement. The UK is seeking exemptions from tariffs on vehicles and other products, but discussions aimed at mitigating their impact with the White House remain ongoing. The Prime Minister has assured industries that no trade war is desired, while Labour's Lord Brooke suggests imposing 25% tariffs on US products linked to health issues if a trade war breaks out.
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14548937/Britain-deal-US-tariffs-President-Trump-liberation-day.htmlBulgaria is reaffirming its commitment to European integration by enhancing its military capabilities. According to Bulgarian Defense Minister, Kamen Varbanov's statement, the country aims to build modern and combat-ready armed forces that can effectively address emerging global security threats. This effort is part of Bulgaria's broader strategy to strengthen its role within the EU and NATO.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/bulgaria/960328-rosen-zhelyazkov-nato-continues-to-be-the-main-pillar-of-our-securityBulgaria's government prioritizes the development of its army, NATO involvement, and modernization of weapons systems to maintain a strong defense sector, aiming to join ranks with democratic nations capable of protecting peace, freedom, and independence.
https://www.fakti.bg/en/bulgaria/960405-acad-denkov-on-this-day-21-years-ago-bulgaria-took-a-historic-step-to-guarantee-its-national-securityCanada is preparing countermeasures against US tariffs, with the Canadian government considering retaliatory measures in response to recent US trade restrictions. The move comes after the US imposed tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum imports, sparking concerns about potential economic fallout for Canada. Industry experts say that a trade war between the two nations could have significant implications for global markets and economies.
https://www.livemint.com/news/world/mark-carney-stands-up-to-donald-trump-canada-prepares-counterattack-on-us-tariffs-11743195936777.htmlThe US and its allies are likely to increase pressure on China if it makes public statements or signals support for North Korea's nuclear status, similar to Russia's recent actions with North Korea. China risks facing complete isolation and harsher economic retaliation if it ignores sanctions, smuggles arms, or cooperates militarily with North Korea. As a UN Security Council member, China has a legal obligation to condemn and prevent North Korea's military involvement in the Russia-Ukraine war and potential transfers of advanced weaponry to North Korea.
https://www.thedailystar.net/news/asia/news/limits-china-north-korea-cooperation-and-the-consequences-chinas-national-interest-3859881The Trump administration's efforts to cut costs led to the dismantling of the US Agency for International Development (USAID). Former military leaders, including retired Lt. Gen. John Bednarek, are now warning that China is filling the void left by USAID in countries like Cambodia, where funding was severed. China has launched new initiatives, providing loans and support to nations that previously received USAID funding, raising concerns about US foreign policy implications.
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