politicsFriday, July 24, 2026
The US trade war is widening again. New tariffs on 60 partners over forced labor claims replace expiring taxes, while Canada scrambles to negotiate ahead of a 50% tariff threat. Meanwhile, the EU hits back with its largest sanctions package, and a prosecutor probing US actions in Ecuador is murdered.
The US trade war is escalating on multiple fronts, with new tariffs and threats reshaping global commerce.
The US has imposed 10-12.5% tariffs on 60 trading partners over forced labor concerns, replacing expiring balance of payments tariffs. This is a major escalation affecting the UK, China, EU, Canada, and others.
An analysis argues the new tariffs cover 99% of US imports and, while legally more durable, will ultimately fail America. It frames this as the third attempt at a protectionist policy doomed to repeat past mistakes.
Canadian PM Mark Carney is intensifying trade talks with the US after Trump threatened 50% tariffs on Canadian goods. Canada prefers a deal but is readying countermeasures.
Beyond trade, geopolitical flashpoints continue to simmer, from Ukraine to Ecuador.
Alexandra Bravo, the Ecuadorian prosecutor investigating US Coast Guard boat strikes and torture claims, was murdered. New evidence of US activity has emerged, raising serious questions.
The EU has sanctioned Arkady Dvorkovich, president of the world chess federation and former Russian deputy PM, who suspended his activity. This coincides with the EU's largest sanctions package.
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