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China imposes 34% tariffs on U.S. imports amid escalating trade tensions

In a significant escalation of trade tensions, China has announced a 34% tariff on all imports of American goods, effective April 10. This decision follows the imposition of reciprocal tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump, who recently announced similar duties on Chinese exports. The new tariffs from......

EU aluminum wheel tariffs on Morocco signal broader trade tensions with China

Morocco is now caught in the midst of escalating global trade tensions, reflecting a complex geopolitical landscape. The European Commission has recently imposed significant compensatory duties on aluminum wheel exports from Morocco, a move interpreted by experts as a strategic signal aimed primarily......

Témara: Woman slaps local authority during public enforcement operation

Témara incident highlights tensions over public space enforcement A recent incident in Témara has drawn significant attention, involving a woman who slapped a local authority figure, known as a caïd, during a public space enforcement operation. This altercation occurred amidst a routine......

Gold prices surge as Middle East tensions escalate

Gold prices reached new heights on Tuesday morning, driven by a resurgence of violence in the Middle East. Tariffs imposed by Washington, along with retaliatory measures from affected countries, have dampened investor enthusiasm, prompting a shift towards safe-haven assets. Shortly after 9:20 AM, gold......

South Africa faces diplomatic setback amid foreign policy criticism

In a significant diplomatic setback for South Africa, the expulsion of its ambassador to the United States, Ebrahim Rasool, has ignited intense debate over the failures of the foreign policy pursued by the African National Congress (ANC), the ruling party since 1994. Experts have critically analyzed......

France-Algeria tensions spotlight Paris Grand Mosque's Ramadan iftar

The upcoming high-profile Ramadan iftar ceremony at the Grand Mosque of Paris is drawing attention amid escalating tensions between Algeria and France. This event, which is the fourth iftar for ambassadors, will take place on Tuesday, with reports indicating the attendance of French Foreign Affairs Minister......

Tensions escalate as Syrian, Lebanese armies clash over soldiers' deaths

The Lebanese army has confirmed ongoing communication with Syrian authorities following a violent exchange of fire along the border between the two nations. This latest conflict was ignited by the kidnapping and killing of three Syrian soldiers, an act for which Lebanon’s defense ministry has laid......

South Africa expresses regret over ambassador's expulsion, reaffirms US ties

South Africa has conveyed its regret regarding the expulsion of its Ambassador to the United States while emphasizing its commitment to fostering a beneficial relationship with Washington despite recent diplomatic tensions. Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool was expelled following remarks he made that were deemed......

Mark Carney elected to lead Canada during turbulent trade times

Mark Carney, the former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, has been elected as the leader of Canada's Liberal Party, securing 85.9% of the vote. His election positions him to become the country’s next prime minister, following Justin Trudeau's resignation after nearly......