Trump imposes a 10 percent tariff on Canada during Reagan ad dispute
President Trump, on Saturday, lashed out at Canada after they aired an ad during the World Series, which he claims suggests an additional 10% tariff on top of existing rates. The ad features former President Ronald Reagan discussing “free and fair trade,” notably his decisions on tariffs against Japan in 1987. Critics argue the Ontario […]
US imposes sanctions on Colombian President Petro and his family due to drug trafficking.
The U.S. Treasury Department recently imposed sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Francisco Petro, along with his family and key advisors, due to allegations of their involvement in the illegal drug trade. This action aligns with an executive order from the Biden administration aimed at targeting foreign nationals associated with drug trafficking. Petro finds himself in […]
Trump imposes sanctions on Colombian President Petro
Sanctions Imposed on Colombian President The Trump administration has decided to impose direct sanctions on Colombian President Gustavo Petro and his family, which only intensifies the ongoing conflict with the South American leader. The Treasury Department’s sanctions claim that Petro has not taken sufficient action to curb domestic cocaine production, an assertion made as the […]
Trump imposes sanctions on Russian oil companies Rosneft and Lukoil, cancels meeting with Putin
Trump Imposes New Sanctions on Russia’s Oil Giants After a period of mixed signals regarding how to handle relations with Moscow, President Trump has taken a firmer stance by imposing new sanctions on Russia’s two major oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil. He also canceled an upcoming summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin, marking a clear […]
U.S. imposes extensive sanctions on Russia, calls for an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine
New Sanctions Against Russia and Call for Ceasefire US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has announced additional sanctions aimed at the Russian Federation while urging for an “immediate ceasefire” in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Even after more than three years of fighting, discussions between President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin have seemingly stalled […]
US imposes sanctions on Russia’s two largest oil companies after cancellation of Trump-Putin meeting
Heavy Sanctions Imposed on Russia by U.S. WASHINGTON – Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced on Wednesday that the United States will implement its strongest sanctions to date against Russia. This decision comes after a summit planned between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin was canceled earlier this week. The sanctions specifically target Moscow’s two […]
Trump imposes 10 percent tariffs on lumber imports and 25 percent on cabinets and furniture.
On Monday, President Trump announced a 10% tariff on wood imports and a more significant 25% tariff on furniture items, which include kitchen cabinets and vanities. Back in March, Trump instructed for a review of timber imports, labeling this area as “critical” for national security, as well as for the economic strength and resilience of […]
Trump administration imposes sanctions on the spouse of a leading Brazilian judge
The Trump administration has given approval for the wife of Brazilian Supreme Court Judge Alexandre de Moraes. He is currently overseeing the inquiry into former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, a known ally of Trump, who was recently sentenced to close to 30 years in prison. The ongoing tensions between Brazil and the Trump administration have […]
Brazil Imposes $189,000 Fine on Political Prisoner Jair Bolsonaro for ‘Recreational Racism’
Brazil Court Fines Bolsonaro for “Recreational Racism” On Tuesday, a federal court in Brazil imposed a fine of 1 million Brazilian Reais (about $188,750) on former president Jair Bolsonaro for what has been labeled “recreational racism.” This ruling came from the third panel of the Federal Regional Court of the Fourth Region, which found that […]
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Palestinian NGOs for Referencing ICC Against Israel
The United States has imposed sanctions on three Palestinian NGOs, alleging they attempted to leverage the International Criminal Court (ICC) against Israel, which, according to US law, is not permissible. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated: Today, I am designating three foreign NGOs: Al Haq, the Al Mezan Center for Human Rights, and the Palestinian […]