Iran Sidesteps Nuclear Talks in Response to Latest U.S. Peace Proposal
Iran’s latest reaction to the U.S. peace offer focuses on regional ceasefire and shipping security, avoiding any discussion on its nuclear program.
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China’s April Export Surge Signals Resilience Ahead of U.S.-China Summit
China's exports climbed sharply in April despite global trade tensions and rising costs, reflecting strong external demand before the upcoming Trump-Xi meeting.
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Trump’s China Visit Faces Cooler Reception Amid Iran Conflict and Trade Strains
President Trump’s upcoming trip to China is likely to encounter less warmth and fewer breakthroughs than his first-term visit, complicated by Iran tensions and ongoing trade disputes.
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US Banking Groups Seek Stricter Limits on Stablecoin Yield Rules in CLARITY Act
Major US banking trade associations have urged lawmakers to tighten the CLARITY Act’s rules on stablecoin yields, aiming to fully ban passive interest and prevent competition with traditional banks.
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US Targets Foreign Firms Supplying Arms and Satellite Data to Iran’s Military
The US imposed sanctions on multiple entities across China, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe accused of aiding Iran’s military through satellite imagery and weapons support.
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China Confirms On-Site Support to Pakistan During 2025 India Air Conflict
China officially acknowledged its direct operational support to Pakistan on Pakistani air bases during last year’s India-Pakistan aerial clashes, revealing deployment of Chinese engineers in combat zones.
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Legal Challenges Mount Against Trump-Era Tariffs but Administration Pushes Forward
The U.S. courts have repeatedly struck down tariffs imposed under the Trump administration, yet officials remain committed to enforcing these unpopular trade measures despite legal setbacks.
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US Submits Revised UN Resolution on Iran Strait of Hormuz Attacks Despite Expected Russia-China Veto
The United States has updated its UN Security Council resolution targeting Iran’s actions in the Strait of Hormuz, but opposition from Russia and China continues to threaten its approval.
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Huna Totem’s Cruise Dock Project Faces Potential Downsizing Amid Rising Costs and Tariffs
Huna Totem Corporation plans to open a new cruise ship dock in downtown Juneau by 2028, but rising construction costs and tariffs may reduce the project’s original scope.
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Trump Administration Appeals Tariff Ruling Amid Criticism of Trade Court Judges
The Trump administration contested a federal court’s decision that blocked a 10% global tariff, challenging the legal basis of the tariffs ahead of critical trade talks with China.
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US Trade Court Rules Trump’s 10% Import Tariffs Illegal in Latest Setback
A federal trade court has declared the Trump administration’s sweeping 10% global tariffs unlawful, dealing a legal blow amid mounting economic criticism and appeals.
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Court Rules Trump’s 10% Global Tariffs Violate Trade Law, DOJ Files Appeal
A federal court ruled that the 10% global tariffs imposed during Trump’s administration are unlawful, prompting a swift appeal by the Department of Justice.