The Trump administration has imposed a 12.5% tariff on many Australian exports, citing forced-labour concerns. Australia rejected the claim and said the tariffs are unjustified and inconsistent with its free-trade agreement with the US.
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Trump imposed new tariffs of 10% to 12.5% on many U.S. trading partners, citing forced labor concerns. Democrats and several allies rejected the rationale and warned the duties could raise prices for Americans.
Russian attacks killed civilians in Kyiv region and Sloviansk, while Ukrainian strikes hit a factory in Russia’s Kirov region and warehouses belonging to Wildberries. Officials reported conflicting death tolls from the Kyiv-region strike, and Ukraine said investigations were underway into a public military exhibition hit by missiles.
Andy Burnham will chair his first meeting at No 10 North in Manchester as his government moves devolution and local growth functions into a new northern Downing Street operation. Critics and devolved leaders say the plan must be matched by funding powers and clear delivery mechanisms.
The U.S. struck Iran for a 13th straight night as Trump warned of a possible larger attack and shipping through the Strait of Hormuz slowed sharply. Iran and the Houthis continued regional strikes, adding pressure to oil prices and trade routes.
Sonam Wangchuk ended a 26-day hunger strike tied to India’s youth-led protests over exam paper leaks, but Cockroach Janta Party leaders said demonstrations would continue. Protesters are demanding the education minister’s resignation, protections from criminal cases and compensation for affected families.
Trump said the U.S. will use frozen Iranian assets to cover damage to ships and cargo as U.S. strikes on Iran continued for a 13th night. Iran condemned the threat as an “incendiary precedent” amid widening attacks and falling tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump imposed new 10% to 12.5% tariffs on dozens of trading partners as temporary global levies expired. The administration says the duties target countries that have not adequately enforced bans on goods made with forced labor.