Trump tariffs on steel, aluminum imports go into effect
All steel and aluminum imports into the US will now face a sweeping levy of 25%. Canada, Mexico, Brazil and South Korea would be among the countries most heavily affected by the move.President Donald Trump's increased tariffs on all...
German military faces massive shortage of soldiers
Despite Berlin's plans to boost its military forces, the Bundeswehr still falls woefully short of filling its ranks, a new report says. Defense Commissioner Eva Högl has called for a new and improved conscription model.An official report on the...
Trump doubles tariffs on Canada steel, aluminum to 50%
The US president said the planned increase will take effect from Wednesday. Meanwhile, Canadian lawmakers are calling for retaliatory measures, furthering a trade warUS President Donald Trump has announced he will double the proposed tariffs on Canadian aluminum and...
Duterte on flight to The Hague after arrest on ICC warrant
The ICC has charged ex-Philippines leader Rodrigo Duterte with murder as a crime against humanity, stemming from the controversial "war on drugs" during his time as president.Former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte was arrested at Manila airport on Tuesday after...
Syria: Military ends operation against Assad loyalists
The days-long conflict has been among Syria's deadliest in a decade. Nearly 1,000 civilians have been killed, including women and children, according to the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.Syria's Defense Ministry announced the end of military operations against loyalists...
Iran, China and Russia launch annual joint naval drills
Marine Security Belt naval drills are held annually by Iran, China and Russia near the Gulf of Oman. The waters are strategically important for global trade and oil exports in particular.Russian and Chinese warships arrived in waters off Iran...
