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Khamenei Issues Stark Warning to Gulf Nations: Don’t Back US Military Action
Iran is pushing back against US demands for direct negotiations over its nuclear program, instead seeking indirect talks through Oman. A senior Iranian official stated that indirect talks could begin soon if US messaging supports it. Iran has warned neighboring countries that host US bases that they could be targeted in the event of a conflict, with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei placing Iran's armed forces on high alert. Iran is seeking a political solution…
Vietnam’s Coated Steel Industry Hit with Steep US Tariffs Reaching 88%
The US has imposed preliminary anti-dumping duties of up to 88 percent on Vietnamese coated steel. Other Vietnamese steel manufacturers not named in the investigation will be subject to an anti-dumping rate of 88.12 percent. Read the full story here
French Politician Bayrou Slams Trump for Meddling in Election with Pro-Le Pen Remarks
Donald Trump has voiced support for Marine Le Pen, criticizing the court decision that prevents her from running for French president due to a four-year prison sentence for embezzling EU funds. The court ruling is currently under appeal, with Le Pen's National Rally party planning a demonstration in Paris in her support, as the outcome may impact her ability to participate in the upcoming election. Read the full story here
Tehran Shuns Washington: Iran Dismisses Prospect of Direct Negotiations on Nuclear Issue
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that direct negotiations with the US on its nuclear programme are "meaningless" due to the current tensions between the two countries. Tehran is open to indirect diplomacy, but wants to negotiate on an "equal footing" with the US, which it accuses of making threats and expressing contradictory positions. Read the full story here
Professional Sports Authenticator Halts International Card Grading Submissions
The PSA card grading service will no longer accept direct submissions from outside the US due to new tariffs. This change aims to protect international customers from significant tariff expenses. Existing submissions may still incur additional charges, and PSA will work to limit tariff exposure for customers outside the US. The company has already stopped accepting direct submissions from several countries, but alternative options are available for customers in Canada and Japan. Read the full…
Trade Tensions Escalate: America Imposes 10% Tariff, Defying Global Commerce Conventions
The United States has begun collecting a 10% tariff on certain goods, affecting global trade. This move is seen as a significant shift in international trade policies. The imposition of the tariff has sparked concerns about potential retaliation from other countries, impacting global trade norms and economic relations. Read the full story here
New Evidence Forces Israel to Revise Story on Fatal Shooting of Gaza Medics
The Israeli army has admitted to making mistakes in the killing of 15 emergency workers in southern Gaza on 23 March. The workers, who were part of a convoy of Palestinian Red Crescent Society ambulances, a UN car, and a fire truck, came under fire near Rafah. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) initially claimed the convoy approached "suspiciously" without lights, but mobile phone footage showed the vehicles had lights on and were clearly marked. The…
Israel Admits Error in Report of Gaza Rescue Worker Fatalities
Israeli military officials have acknowledged that initial accounts of a deadly incident in southern Gaza were partially "mistaken". The incident, which occurred on March 23, resulted in the deaths of 15 people, including paramedics and rescue workers, according to the United Nations. Read the full story here
US Reverses Course: Ukrainian Refugees Granted Reprieve After Deportation Ultimatum
The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has apologized for mistakenly informing some Ukrainian refugees that their legal status was being revoked and they needed to leave the US. The error affected some of the 240,000 Ukrainians settled in the US under the Uniting for Ukraine program, which offers temporary legal protections to migrants on humanitarian grounds, and a follow-up message was sent to correct the mistake, stating that
Tense Standoff Ends: Arrest Made at Canada’s Parliament Hill
A man was arrested after a lockdown on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, Canada, on Saturday. The individual gained unauthorized access to the east block of the parliament building and barricaded himself inside. Police took the man into custody without incident after a several-hour lockdown, during which the surrounding area was evacuated and traffic was blocked. The circumstances of the incident were described as suspicious, but no further details were released. Read the full story here