Washington (EFE).- United States President Donald Trump issued a sharp warning to Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday, threatening to impose so-called “ secondary tariffs up to 100% unless a peace agreement on Ukraine is reached within 50 days. “One of the reasons you’re here today is because I’m very unhappy with Russia,” Trump told … Read more
Torre Pacheco, Spain, Jul 14 (EFE).- Several people were injured and several others arrested following three days of anti-migrant unrest in Torre Pacheco, a town in the southeastern Spanish region of Murcia, according to the authorities. The unrest began after a 68-year-old resident was brutally attacked on Jul. 9, allegedly by an immigrant who fled … Read more
Paris (EFE).- French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday defended a 6.5 billion euro increase in defense spending through 2027, saying the move is crucial to strengthen national security and set an example for European allies. “If approved by the National Assembly, the increase would bring France’s defense budget to 64 billion euros by 2027, twice … Read more
Washington (EFE).- US President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he would impose a 30 percent tariff on products from the European Union (EU) starting Aug. 1. In a letter addressed to European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and posted on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump also emphasized that if the 27-country … Read more
Austin, US, July 11 (EFE). – United States President Donald Trump visited the Texas region affected by last week’s devastating floods, which left at least 120 people dead and more than 100 missing. “I’ve never seen anything like it. I’ve seen a lot of bad ones. I’ve gone to a lot of hurricanes, a lot … Read more
Brasília, July 10 (EFE). – Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced on Thursday that he will attempt to negotiate with the United States to reverse the 50% tariff announced by United States President Donald Trump, but if he fails, Brazil will impose the same tariff on US imports. In a preview of an … Read more
International Desk (EFE).- Yemen’s Houthi rebels claimed responsibility this week for the sinking of two cargo ships in the Red Sea, describing the attacks as a stern warning to shipping companies doing business with Israel. Houthi leader Abdul-malik al-Houthi said the strikes were intended as a “clear lesson” for maritime firms violating their declared blockade. … Read more
Los Angeles, US, (EFE). – United States President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday a 50% tariff on imports from Brazil in retaliation for the legal proceedings against former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro (2019-2022) and the legal process against social media companies. “The way that Brazil has treated former President Bolsonaro, a Highly Respected Leader throughout … Read more
Washington (EFE).- The United States on Wednesday announced sanctions against 22 foreign companies accused of helping Iran sell crude oil in violation of existing international sanctions. The entities allegedly operated as part of a “shadow banking system” that helps Iran evade sanctions and transfer proceeds from oil sales to its elite military force programs. “Today, … Read more
Kyiv (EFE).- Ukraine has once again urged its Western allies to bolster its air defense systems ahead of the Fourth International Conference on the Reconstruction of Ukraine, set to begin Thursday in Rome. “This growing terror highlights the urgent need to strengthen our air defenses, including through investment in interceptor drones,” said Ukrainian Deputy Foreign … Read more
Madrid, July 9 (EFE).- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announced on Wednesday a state anti-corruption plan developed in collaboration with the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) that will include the creation of an independent public integrity agency. Sanchez announced this measure in the Congress of Deputies while discussing an alleged corruption case involving … Read more
Jerusalem, July 9 (EFE).- At least 54 Gazans were killed in Israeli strikes on the Al-Mawasi area, towards which the military asks people in the Gaza Strip to move daily, Zaher al-Waheidi, director of the health ministry unit in charge of counting the dead, confirmed to EFE on Wednesday. “Nasser Hospital received 54 bodies,” the … Read more
