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24 results for “trade-deal”
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
Military / WarThe Veil
Zelensky imposes refinery deal demand – WSJ — RT World News
RT cites the WSJ as reporting Zelensky is open to halting strikes on Russian oil refineries for extended Starlink coverage. No deal is confirmed.
- 7 min
- Russia
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Putin wants Ukraine deal more than Zelensky – Trump — RT World News
RT reports Trump said Putin is more willing than Zelensky to reach a Ukraine peace deal and suggested Ukraine needs a “new president.”
- 7 min
- Ukraine
Military / WarThe Veil
EU, China Strike Deal that Could Cut Chinese Hybrid Car Exports
The deal could cut Chinese hybrid-car exports to the EU, but its terms, scope and start date have not been provided.
- 7 min
- China
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Zelenskyy furious as Trump announces deal to buy Russian diesel
Trump says buying Russian diesel is essential to lowering US fuel prices. Whether the purchase will proceed or lower prices remains unclear.
- 8 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
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump to tout deals, defend Iran war in UN speech
At the UN in New York, Trump will promote deals and justify U.S. actions on Iran, with markets and allies watching for shifts in sanctions and strategy.
- 7 min
- United States
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
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
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
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
Military / WarThe Veil
U.S. threatens to hit Iran's trade partners with secondary economic sanctions
Washington signals tougher measures targeting firms and banks aiding Iranian commerce, raising compliance risks across energy, shipping, and finance.
- 7 min
- United States
Military / WarThe Veil
Trump targets Iran’s trade lifelines — here are the countries most exposed
Washington signals moves to curb Iran’s oil, shipping, and banking ties, pressuring countries and firms most exposed to Tehran’s trade flows.
- 8 min
- Iran
Military / WarThe Veil
Vance says Canada friendlier to China on trade than to US: 'Insanity'
Vance says Canada favors Chinese imports over U.S. goods, slams dairy tariffs as punitive, as Trump floats tariffs up to 50% on Canadian products.
- 7 min
- United States
Politics / GovernmentThe Veil
Trump says US and Canada have a trade deal, but key terms remain unclear
Trump claims a US-Canada trade deal, pausing threatened 50% tariffs, but key terms and legal text are pending, leaving markets and policymakers wary.
- 7 min
- Canada
Military / WarThe Veil
Kenyans demand halt to UK defense deal — RT Africa
Civil groups press Nairobi to suspend the UK training deal, citing unresolved abuse allegations and weak accountability as both sides review terms.
- 7 min
- Kenya