US President Donald Trump announced a bold new move yesterday, imposing a 25 per cent tariff on any country that trades with Iran. The decision comes as Tehran faces growing international scrutiny over its violent crackdown on nationwide protests. “Effective immediately, any country doing business with the Islamic Republic of Iran will pay a tariff […]
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A wave of protests in Iran has turned deadly, with a rights group reporting that at least 648 people have been killed amid a government crackdown. Thousands more have been injured, and the actual toll may be much higher, with some estimates suggesting more than 6,000 fatalities. The unrest began over economic grievances but has […]
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Japan has formally urged China to revoke its newly announced export controls on products with potential military applications, in a move that could escalate tensions between the two nations. The measures, which may include crucial rare earth minerals, were described by Japan as “unacceptable” and a serious concern for its economy and security. China’s commerce […]
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Venus Williams’ journey to make history at the Australian Open continues, even after a tough three-set loss to Magda Linette at the Auckland Classic on Tuesday. The 45-year-old American tennis legend showed flashes of her signature skill, winning a set but ultimately falling 6-4, 4-6, 6-2 to the 52nd-ranked Polish player. Fans gave Williams a […]
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Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s former finance and foreign affairs minister, announced yesterday that she will step down from Parliament in Ottawa to serve as an economic advisor to Ukraine. Of Ukrainian heritage, Freeland has previously served as the Canadian prime minister’s special representative for Ukraine’s reconstruction, bringing years of political leadership experience to the role. “Ukraine […]
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