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06.04.2025

06.04.2025 โ€” Day Fifty Nations Sought Tariff Negotiations

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This page is an archive of main headlines from the UK for 06.04.2025.

It displays 71 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

06.04.2025 โ‡ข Day Fifty Nations Sought Tariff Negotiations
โŒจTrump's tariffs ignited a new diplomatic rush with over 50 countries contacting the US to negotiate terms, marking a significant shift in the global trade landscape. Prime Minister Starmer declared "the world as we knew it has gone" and promised to shield UK businesses from tariff impacts, later announcing "bold changes" to electric vehicle regulations.

Israel admitted mistakes in killing 15 Gaza medics while denying entry to Labour MPs, triggering a diplomatic row with Foreign Secretary Badenoch criticized for her "disgraceful" response. Anti-Trump protests intensified with tens of thousands rallying in Washington DC as part of nationwide "Hands Off" demonstrations across all 50 states.

National security concerns persisted with reports that Putin is plotting to sabotage UK gas pipelines, prompting recommendations for Britons to prepare 72-hour survival kits. Meanwhile, Labour MP Dan Norris's arrest on suspicion of rape and child sex offences continued to reverberate through political circles.
06.04.2025
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00:05

00:06โ‡ขAnti-Trump Protests Sweep All 50 States

โŒจThe newspapers report on a significant wave of anti-Trump protests across the US as his 10% tariffs come into effect, with demonstrations in all 50 states (BBC, Guardian, Channel 4). The economic impact is severe, with Trump's policies reportedly wiping trillions off global markets (Channel 4). Several sources highlight warnings about Russian threats to UK security, with intelligence suggesting Putin is plotting to sabotage gas pipelines and conduct "greyzone" warfare in British waters (Daily Mail, Times). A Labour MP has been arrested on suspicion of rape and child sex offences (Independent, Sky News).
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01:21
02:21
The Guardian

Ted Cruz warns of midterm โ€˜bloodbathโ€™ for Republicans if Trump tariffs cause a recession

02:21
03:54
The Guardian

More than 1,000 โ€˜Hands Offโ€™ anti-Trump protests hit US cities

03:54
06:36
07:33
The Guardian

Tens of thousands rally against Trump at DC โ€˜Hands Offโ€™ protest

07:33
08:14

08:15โ‡ขStarmer Shields UK Businesses From Trumpian Tariff Storm

โŒจThe newspapers report on Israel admitting mistakes in killing 15 Gaza emergency workers in March (BBC), while anti-Trump protests intensify with tens of thousands rallying in Washington DC (Guardian). UK's economic concerns dominate coverage, with PM Starmer vowing to protect British businesses from Trump's tariffs (Independent, Sky News, Spectator). New social issues emerge with female teachers reporting alarming increases in classroom misogyny (HuffPost). Meanwhile, ongoing coverage continues about Putin's alleged "secret war" targeting UK infrastructure (Times, Daily Mail), with intelligence services warning Britons to prepare survival kits for potential blackouts.
09:16
The Guardian

Era of globalisation โ€˜at an endโ€™, says UK minister, as countries mull tariff responses

09:16
10:04
10:35
BBC

'World as we knew it has gone', Starmer warns, as US tariffs have global leaders scrambling

The prime minister says he will continue to seek a deal with the US to avoid some tariffs, but mooted state intervention.
10:35
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11:15
BBC

'World as we knew it has gone,' Starmer warns as US tariffs have global leaders scrambling

The prime minister says he will continue to seek a deal with the US to avoid some tariffs, but mooted state intervention.
11:15
11:23
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12:14
BBC

Global leaders try to soften tariffs impact as Starmer warns 'world as we knew it has gone'

Taiwan and Indonesia say they wonโ€™t retaliate, while Israelโ€™s Netanyahu is set to travel to the US for talks.
12:14

12:32โ‡ขStarmer Declares End Of Globalisation Era

โŒจThe newspapers report on the end of globalisation with UK leaders warning the "world as we knew it has gone" amid Trump's tariff war (BBC, Guardian, Independent). While some countries like Taiwan and Indonesia say they won't retaliate, global leaders are working to soften the tariffs' impact (BBC). In domestic politics, Labour MP Dan Norris has been arrested on suspicion of child sex offences and rape (Breitbart, Daily Mail). Controversy surrounds Foreign Secretary Badenoch's response to Israel refusing entry to UK MPs, described as "disgraceful" by critics (HuffPost, Sky News). Security concerns emerge with warnings that Putin is plotting to sabotage UK gas pipelines (Sun).
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14:08
BBC

More than 50 countries contact US in bid to negotiate tariffs, Trump official says

Israel's Netanyahu is heading to the US for trade talks, while Vietnam has asked for a 46-day delay.
14:08
14:42
The Guardian

More than 50 countries seeking US trade talks after tariff move, says Trump adviser

14:42
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18:19

18:55โ‡ขFifty Nations Seek US Tariff Talks

โŒจThe newspapers report on the growing global response to Trump's tariffs, with over 50 countries now seeking negotiations with the US (BBC, Guardian). Prime Minister Starmer warns that "the world as we knew it has gone" and pledges to protect the UK economy from these tariffs (Independent, Channel 4). In France, thousands have rallied in Paris to protest against Marine Le Pen's ban from running in the 2027 presidential election (Breitbart). Domestically, a large fire has darkened London's skyline (Metro), while warnings circulate about an aggressive XL Bully dog on the loose (Daily Mail) and potential summer disruptions at tourist hotspots (Mirror).
19:17
The Guardian

Markets brace for another volatile week as Trumpโ€™s most punitive tariffs kick in

19:17
19:26
The Guardian

Senior Trump officials give conflicting lines on tariffs after markets turmoil

19:26
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23:44
BBC

Asian markets to open as world grapples with US tariffs

It is a new trading week as nations continue to digest a "baseline" 10% tariff on goods โ€“ with steeper charges to come.
23:44