April 3, 2025
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US
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs implementation triggered a devastating market meltdown, with the Dow plunging over 1,600 points in its worst day since 2020. Over $2 trillion in market value vanished as investors processed the 10% universal tariff plus higher rates for 60 countries. Bipartisan Senate resistance emerged with passage of Rand Paul's bill blocking Canada tariffs, followed by a broader bill requiring Congressional approval for tariffs.

Global leaders vowed retaliation, with Canada announcing counter-tariffs on vehicles. Economic consequences materialized immediately as Stellantis announced 900 temporary layoffs, while some auto plants halted production.

The administration showed internal divisions when multiple National Security Council staffers were fired following an Oval Office meeting with far-right activist Laura Loomer. By evening, Trump remained defiant despite the market bloodbath, claiming "markets are going to boom" and that some countries were already "crawling back" to negotiate.
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Israel
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's imposition of a 17% tariff on Israeli exports dominated morning headlines, creating what media termed an "economic earthquake" despite Israel's compliance with previous agricultural tariff demands.

The "Qatargate" investigation continued with three senior journalists summoned to testify while the court extended detention of Netanyahu's aides Urich and Feldstein by only one day instead of the requested seven. Following a "stormy" confrontation between the suspects, the judge noted lack of evidence for national security implications.

By afternoon, the IDF released its investigation into the Nova festival massacre, revealing Hamas terrorists accidentally discovered the party after taking a wrong turn. Critical failures included: the festival wasn't registered as requiring protection, forces were unaware of its existence, and military help arrived five hours after the attack began.

In the evening, the family of hostage Matan Angrest released distressing footage of his kidnapping and interrogation in captivity after 545 days, showing him beaten and pleading to see his family.
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Germany
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
German media devoted unprecedented coverage to Trump's global tariff package, with every major outlet framing it as a "trade war declaration" threatening the entire global economic order. The morning brought dire economic warnings, comparing the situation to 1930s protectionism, with gold prices reaching record highs and stock markets plummeting worldwide.

By midday, attention turned to Europe's response, with reports of Habeck displaying a "secret poison list" of EU counter-tariffs while some economic voices surprisingly advocated reopening Russian gas imports. Analytical pieces revealed Trump's bizarre tariff calculation formula and noted Russia's conspicuous exemption from the measures.

Evening coverage examined specific German industries affected, with particular concern for automotive exports. The Pentagon investigation into Trump's Defense Secretary Hegseth over the Signal scandal remained a secondary story, as economic concerns dominated the day's reporting.
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France
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's announcement of sweeping tariffs - 20% on European products and 34% on Chinese goods - dominated French media throughout the day. Morning coverage focused on the economic impact, with European markets opening sharply lower and François Bayrou calling it a "catastrophe for the world economy."

By midday, the French government signaled its readiness for "retaliation on American products and services," particularly targeting digital services. Economic experts warned of a potential "Trumpcession" for the global economy.

The afternoon saw Macron convening a crisis meeting with representatives of affected industries, denouncing Trump's decision as "brutal and unfounded." Macron escalated Europe's response by calling for French companies to suspend investments in the United States. By evening, Canada had joined the resistance, imposing 25% tariffs on US vehicles while European officials worked to coordinate a unified response through targeted countermeasures.
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Lebanon
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Morning coverage focused on Hezbollah facing what media described as historic impasse: disarm or face war. Speaker Berri affirmed elections would proceed "on Lebanese soil" despite tensions from Israel's recent strikes in Dahiyeh. Newspapers examined Trump's new tariffs implemented on "Liberation Day," causing global market turmoil.

By midday, reports emerged of British authorities arresting two men with alleged Hezbollah links. Patriarch Al-Rahi questioned resistance achievements while stating disarmament needs time. French diplomatic efforts to reduce escalation received coverage alongside Paris' proposal to replace Israeli forces on five occupied hills.

Evening headlines highlighted U.S. envoy Morgan Ortagus arriving in Beirut carrying "firm language" regarding Hezbollah's disarmament with a timeline. Former ambassador Schenker told MTV that normalization discussions would come "in due time." Reports indicated Lebanese officials prepared unified response to American demands while facing what Hezbollah described as clear choice: "confrontation or surrender."
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Ukraine
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's sweeping global tariffs dominated coverage, with Ukrainian media highlighting the 10% tariff on Ukrainian goods while Russia was notably exempted. Government officials characterized the situation as "difficult but not critical" as a Ukrainian delegation prepared to visit the US.

By midday, Zelensky struck an optimistic tone about possible ceasefire, suggesting Russia could be forced to stop fire "within weeks or months." Meanwhile, US Defense Secretary Hegseth's unprecedented boycott of the Ukraine Support Summit signaled further American disengagement.

The evening brought devastating Russian drone attacks on Kharkiv, with casualties rising from 12 injured to three dead and 32 wounded throughout the reporting cycle. Kyiv also faced explosions at two locations, including one at the Yunist market that killed two people. Military updates indicated Russia planned to increase its forces by 150,000 troops as Zelensky visited the Sumy front, describing it as a critical area.
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Palestine
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
The morning began with reports of dozens killed in overnight bombardments of Khan Younis, as evacuation orders expanded to new areas of eastern Gaza. By mid-morning, statistics emerged noting 39,000 orphans in Gaza facing malnutrition threats, coinciding with Children's Day. The health ministry confirmed 100 Palestinians killed in the previous 24 hours, bringing the total death toll since October to 50,523.

The UN Human Rights Council adopted a resolution on accountability in Palestine while Hungary withdrew from the ICC following Netanyahu's visit, rejecting his arrest warrant. British media exposed evidence of Israeli forces executing Palestinian paramedics in southern Gaza.

By afternoon, Israeli forces bombed Dar Al-Arqam school sheltering displaced Palestinians in eastern Gaza, killing at least 31 people including the grandson of Hamas leader Khalil Al-Hayya. Officials announced preparations for a ground invasion as the Security Council convened an emergency meeting on the escalating attacks.
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UK
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's tariff announcement dominated coverage, with Asian markets tumbling overnight following his "Liberation Day" policy implementing a 10% baseline tariff on all countries including the UK, 20% on EU, and potentially up to 50% on others. By morning, Prime Minister Starmer acknowledged these would "clearly hit UK economy" as markets plunged.

By midday, the UK revealed a 400-page list of US products for potential retaliatory tariffs, with Starmer saying "nothing is off the table." As US markets opened, Wall Street experienced its steepest drop since 2020, with reports of "trillions wiped off" despite Trump claiming "markets are going to boom."

The EU, China, and Canada all vowed countermeasures, with Germany's Chancellor calling it an "attack on the global trade order." Media also covered a tourist arrested for leaving a Coke can with an isolated tribe, and reports questioning Lucy Letby's murder convictions.
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Iran
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's new tariffs dominated Iranian coverage, with BBC Persian reporting a "nuclear bomb on the global economy" as US markets suffered their worst drop since COVID-19. The 10% tariff on British imports, 20% on EU goods, and 25% on all foreign vehicles prompted united European responses and Chinese retaliation threats.

Military tensions continued with reports of Yemeni forces downing a US MQ-9 drone and launching operations against the USS Truman. While British tabloid The Sun claimed imminent US-Israel strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities, Hamshahri countered with "10 reasons" war wouldn't happen. This narrative shifted when France's security council warned military confrontation was "unavoidable" without a new nuclear agreement.

By evening, President Pezeshkian sent mixed messages, telling bin Salman Iran seeks no war but maintains "highest level readiness," while officials insisted non-peaceful nuclear energy "has no place in Iran's defense doctrine."
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Russia
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Russian media extensively reported Russia's exclusion from Trump's sweeping global import tariffs. The US Treasury explained this omission by citing existing comprehensive sanctions against Russia. This development coincided with Russian Fund for Direct Investment head Dmitriev conducting negotiations with Trump administration representatives in Washington, later describing these talks as "three steps forward."

By midday, the Duma granted veteran status to all fighters in the Kursk region, while military operations continued with Russian forces claiming liberation of Veseloe in DPR and Lobkovoe in Zaporizhzhia. Reports emerged of innovative homemade military transport vehicles supporting the Kursk front.

Ukrainian President Zelensky visited border regions and signaled potential territorial compromises—a notable shift following days of tense US-Russia negotiations. Russia's air defense systems remained active throughout the day, with multiple reports of drone interceptions near Moscow and in border regions.
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Italy
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's tariffs triggered a global financial meltdown, with Wall Street losing $2 trillion as the Dow fell 3.98% and Nasdaq 5.97%. European markets followed, with Milan plunging 3.6%. The EU planned retaliatory measures starting April 15, with Germany comparing the tariffs' impact to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Prime Minister Meloni canceled all appointments for emergency meetings, later emerging with a measured stance - calling Trump's tariffs "wrong but not catastrophic" and advocating for removing rather than multiplying tariffs. This positioned Italy differently from harsher EU responses, with Von der Leyen describing the situation as "chaos."

In sports news, Italian skier Federica Brignone suffered serious tibial and fibular fractures after falling during the giant slalom championships, requiring helicopter evacuation and facing several months of recovery.
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Japan
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's surprise announcement of a 24% tariff on Japan sent markets into freefall. The Nikkei plummeted over 1,500 points in early trading, continuing the previous days' downward trend. By afternoon, the impact spread globally with the Dow dropping over 1,500 points.

Japan's government promised a "bold and speedy" response, though the Economic Minister later admitted retaliatory tariffs would be "difficult." Party leaders from across the political spectrum scheduled emergency meetings as markets digested that Trump's formula likely calculated tariffs by dividing trade deficits by import volumes.

Financial analysts warned market adjustments would continue with the yen strengthening to 145 against the dollar, a six-month high. The market chaos overshadowed domestic news about 26 middle school students being investigated for cannabis-related offenses, a record high indicating a growing youth drug problem.
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Netherlands
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's announced import tariffs dominated headlines, with 54% on Chinese goods and 20% on EU products. Media characterized this as an "almost inevitable trade war" and a return to "1910" economic policies. European Commission President Von der Leyen warned of an "enormous blow" to the global economy while Brussels prepared retaliatory measures.

By midday, attention shifted to a car explosion at Amsterdam's Dam Square. Initially reported as an incident with an injured driver, police later revealed it was likely a suicide attempt by a 50-year-old North Holland man.

A major forest fire erupted near Ede in the afternoon, forcing evacuations. By evening, officials confirmed it was caused by a Defense Ministry training exercise involving a smoke grenade.

Other developments included the VVD, D66, CDA and SGP presenting a Self-Employment Act, and news that reducing healthcare deductibles would increase premiums by €199.
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India
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
The Waqf Amendment Bill dominated coverage as it faced its Rajya Sabha test after passing Lok Sabha the previous night. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju presented the bill, emphasizing "transparency and efficiency" while promising "no interference by non-Muslims" in religious matters.

Opposition leader Kharge challenged the government's double standards, questioning why Muslims aren't on Ram Mandir Trust while non-Muslims serve on Waqf boards. Two JD(U) MPs resigned over their party's support for the bill.

Simultaneous to the parliamentary drama, the Supreme Court upheld the dismissal of 25,000 West Bengal teachers, dealing a severe blow to Mamata Banerjee's government. She declared she "can't accept" the judgment but would implement it.

Trump's 26% "discounted" tariff announcement on India continued generating coverage, with officials calling it a "mixed bag, not a setback." Canada retaliated with 25% duties on American vehicles.
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Poland
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's announcement of a 20% tariff on EU imports dominated coverage, continuing from the previous evening's developments. Poland's response evolved through the day, with Tusk describing it as a "painful blow from our closest ally" and providing estimates of potential losses. Market turbulence appeared immediately, with analysis focusing on sectoral impacts and the puzzling exclusion of Russia from these measures.

The release of Anna Wójcik from detention after two months marked a significant domestic development, with emotional statements about reuniting with her ill son. A 400,000 PLN bail was required, with Niezależna announcing plans to fundraise for it.

Jarosław Kaczyński testified regarding Barbara Skrzypek's death, afterward suggesting Giertych and prosecutor Wrzosek "should end up in prison." The continuing controversy over Ryszard Cyba's release saw reports of him being transferred to a care facility under court supervision, with opposition questioning the decision-making process.
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Spain
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
The morning news focused extensively on Trump's newly imposed tariffs (10% universal, 20% on EU goods, 34% on China), announced the previous day. Markets responded with dramatic plunges, creating what media called a "Black Thursday" with the worst Wall Street drops since the pandemic.

By mid-morning, President Sánchez announced a €14.1 billion plan to shield Spanish businesses and workers from the tariff impacts. The government initiated dialogue with opposition parties, excluding Vox, to create a unified response. Officials reported European losses could reach €81 billion annually, with later estimates suggesting a €380 billion impact across Europe.

Macron called for French companies to halt investments in the US, while Von der Leyen warned of "chaos" and promised EU counter-measures if negotiations fail. Environmental news emerged about contaminants at Tenneco in Badalona, with nine pollutants at excessive levels detected by Mossos.
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Turkey
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
The newspapers focused on government response to the April 2 boycott called by opposition following İmamoğlu's detention. Morning headlines reported multiple detentions, including actor Cem Yiğit Üzümoğlu and 10 others, for supporting the boycott. The economic impact was contested, with opposition claiming 16 billion TL less spending while pro-government outlets stressed the boycott's failure.

By midday, opposition leader Özel escalated rhetoric, calling Erdoğan "not a president but a junta leader," while MHP leader Bahçeli emerged from heart surgery to denounce the boycott. Newspapers reported an attack on a "Freedom for İmamoğlu" signature stand in Trabzon.

By evening, former CHP leader Kılıçdaroğlu announced he would not seek party leadership at the upcoming convention, potentially clearing the path for İmamoğlu's faction. Foreign Minister Fidan conducted diplomacy in Brussels while the ministry labeled Israel "the biggest threat to regional security."
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China
03.04.2025
Thursday
144 days ago
Trump's announcement of a 34% tariff on Chinese imports dominated coverage, with analysts predicting impact would exceed the 2018 trade war. The yuan plunged below 7.3 against the dollar, prompting market stabilization efforts. China's commerce ministry promised countermeasures while state media labeled the tariffs "bullying" that would "scar the US too."

State media continued coordinated messaging campaigns with identical articles about "moving wood to establish trust" (徙木立信) emphasizing party discipline, and Xi's tree planting activities promoting "Beautiful China" ecological civilization construction.

Military pressure on Taiwan intensified with PLA "Strait Thunder-2025A" exercises targeting coastal fuel depots, described as "tightening the siege on separatist forces."

Other significant reports included a London case where 23 more women accused a Chinese PhD student of drugging and sexual assault, and US banning diplomats from romantic relationships with Chinese nationals.
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