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24 results for “trade war”
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump's first Iran war escalation post-midterm losses seeks to choke off Tehran’s trade
After midterm losses, Trump expands pressure on Iran, targeting land and Caspian Sea routes Tehran uses to move military supplies.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Inside the chip talent war: Trade secrets and rising Chinese rivals
As Chinese chipmakers gain ground, competition for semiconductor specialists is heightening tensions over trade secrets.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump’s Next Trade War Could Be With Congress
Lawmakers want to reclaim authority over Trump's unpopular tariffs, raising the prospect of a dispute over who controls U.S. trade policy.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
U.K. PM Andy Burnham open to apologizing for slave trade but rules out financial reparations
Andy Burnham says he is open to a U.K. apology for its role in the slave trade but rules out financial reparations.
- 7 min
- United Kingdom
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Putin slams European warmongering as ‘political schizophrenia’
Putin called European warmongering “political schizophrenia” and dismissed claims that Moscow poses a threat.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
Zelenskyy accuses Russia of using cluster warheads in deadly strikes hours after U.S. prisoner release
Zelenskyy alleges Russia used cluster warheads in deadly Ukraine strikes after peace talks and a U.S. prisoner release; the weapons claim is unverified.
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
US state issues arrest warrant for Raul Castro — RT World News
RT reports a Florida arrest warrant for former Cuban President Raul Castro tied to a 1996 plane shootdown. Court and enforcement details remain unclear.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Why is the trade deficit getting bigger?
A Washington event description dated October 9, 2026, says the U.S. trade deficit reached $100 billion in August, with imports exceeding exports.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Iran could move shadow war in a dangerous direction, experts warn on back of two possible terror attacks
Experts warn Iran could turn to covert operations and proxies, but no attack or Iranian involvement has been established in either suspected plot.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump rejects AI giants’ warnings of existential threat
In Washington, Trump dismissed AI existential-risk alarms, urging faster U.S. development amid China rivalry, challenging industry calls for caution.
- 7 min
- China
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump calls on Ukraine to stop targeting Russian refineries as both countries trade strikes
From Moscow, Trump calls on Kyiv to stop hitting Russian refineries as Russia and Ukraine trade drone attacks, raising risks to civilians and fuel supply.
- 7 min
- Russia
Military / WarThe Veil
On board a warship headed to support the war in Iran
U.S. carrier strike group deploys toward Tehran theater to support operations, signal deterrence, and reassure allies as regional risks evolve.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
USS George Washington, warship deployed to NYC after 9/11, is now involved in Iran war
Tom Hanson reports from the carrier now near the Strait of Hormuz, linking its post‑9/11 New York role to current Iran war operations.
- 7 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
US warplanes damaged in Iranian strike on key airbase – CBS — RT World News
CBS via RT: Iranian strikes in Jordan damaged an A-10 and ~8 F-15s; Washington weighs responses as Amman adjusts security. Details still unconfirmed.
- 7 min
- Jordan
Military / WarThe Veil
Oil markets surge as the U.S. and Iran trade new attacks
Benchmark crude rose intraday after new U.S.-Iran exchanges raised Middle East supply and shipping risks, lifting energy and defense stocks.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Canada's retaliatory tariffs worth $27.6 billion take effect as trade rift with U.S. deepens
Ottawa doubles duties to 50% on targeted U.S. steel and aluminum, aiming to protect producers and push Washington toward talks.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Philippine Court Issues Arrest Warrant for Vice President Sara Duterte
Trial court orders arrest of Vice President Sara Duterte over alleged public threat against President Marcos Jr., heightening political tensions.
- 7 min
- Philippines
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. and Iran trade more attacks after lull in fighting
Renewed U.S.-Iran strikes around Sept. 2, 2026 raise regional risk as rhetoric escalates and precision operations target proxy and defense assets.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
US and Iran Trade New Strikes as the War Enters its 7th Month
Washington confirms fresh Middle East strikes amid Iran tensions, signaling a risky retaliation cycle and raising regional security and energy concerns.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Fears of a Canadian trade war are overblown. So far, it’s more of a skirmish
Analysts say U.S.–Canada friction remains contained, with targeted measures and consultations under USMCA keeping supply chains moving.
- 7 min
- Canada
Military / WarThe Veil
US strikes Iran as generals warn of prolonging war
Washington confirms limited strikes in Iran, aiming deterrence amid rising tensions. Tehran vows to respond, raising risks of tit-for-tat escalation.
- 7 min
- Iran
World TradeThe Veil
What new tariff walls in U.S.-Canada trade war mean for the economy's critical metals
U.S. tariffs on select metals roil markets and supply chains, with Ottawa ready to respond as traders reprice nickel, aluminum, copper risks.
- 8 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
5 political cartoons about the trade war with Canada
Five Canadian cartoons critique Trump-era tariffs, highlighting trade tensions, sector strains, and public sentiment shaping policy narratives.
- 7 min
- Canada
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
How Did Trump’s Trade Fight With Canada Go So Sideways?
Mixed messages and pressure tactics strained U.S.-Canada trade, unsettling supply chains as North Korea diplomacy signaled a stark contrast.
- 7 min
- Canada