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United States President Donald Trump stated that this time there is a "real chance" that income tax might be possibly replaced if he raises sufficient money from the reciprocal tariffs. He also pointed out how the US reaped significant financial benefits from tariffs in the 1800s.
The White House has implemented a new media policy, under which the press secretary will now decide who can ask questions to President Trump. This policy may limit the reach of international agencies, especially the Associated Press. The media world has called it an attack on freedom of expression.
In the midst of the Russia-Ukraine war, the world is now shocked by another big plan of Putin. The head of Germany's army has warned that Russia could launch a major attack on Europe by 2029. It is being told that Putin is raising an army of 3 million soldiers. Its purpose is to weaken NATO and occupy Europe.
At one time, Jews were also part of Syria's identity. Earlier their number was in thousands but now it is only nominal. Most Syrian Jews have settled in Mexico. There was a time when cities like Damascus and Aleppo were centers of Jewish business, education and culture. Why did this happen?
US peace envoy Steve Witkoff met Putin for 4 hours to stop the Russia-Ukraine war, but no agreement was reached. Russia set terms for peace. Trump is attempting to convince Putin by using Whitkoff. Trump, however, referred to the war as unnecessary and threatened more pressure on Russia.
Against the background of the ongoing political unrest in Bangladesh and rumors of a coup, the government has made harsh efforts to silence opposition voices. Action is also being taken against government critics on social media, and many people have been arrested on serious offenses like sedition.
Trump Tariff 2025: The White House has reported that President Trump has increased tariffs on Chinese goods to 145%, escalating the trade war with China. China has also retaliated.
On the one hand, large leaders in Israel have cooled down against Netanyahu. Meanwhile, after being released from Hamas captivity, Liri Albagh has opened a front against the Prime Minister. Leary asserts that thousands of Israelis were murdered on October 7, 2023, due to Netanyahu. Due to this in Israel, Netanyahu has been requested to resign for a long time.
US President Trump has waged a war on tariffs. India has a crucial role to play in this war because both the US and China want cooperation from India. The US Treasury Secretary has described India as an important trading partner. China is also appealing to India for cooperation, but the Indian government has made it clear that it will act in the national interest.
The current spat between Donald Trump and Elon Musk on trade and tariffs has now come to the open. White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt made her first statement on this.
US-China trade war has just gotten a new twist with the White House adding a 104% tariff on April 9 Chinese imports. This is a follow-up of US President Donald Trump who threatened to add a further 50% tariff on China if it increased its 34% tariff on US exports.
China has begun developing its Lhunje airbase close to Arunachal Pradesh, India, at a fast pace. The Chinese Air Force can fly very close to the Indian borders from this airbase. Over the past few years, China has developed some airbases close to the LAC like Hotan, Shigatse and Nari Gunsa. Now the attention is on Lhunje.
