What are Trump’s ‘liberation day’ April 2 tariffs?

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2 April 2025 Weekly Highlights ­ Weekly Highlights ­ Hello. This week, we turn our attention to the US, where President Donald Trump in a few hours is expected to escalate a global trade war by announcing sweeping new tariffs on imports.   In military-run Myanmar, where a brutal civil war grinds on for four years, a powerful earthquake has claimed the lives of thousands of people.   And in Gaza, the Palestine Red Crescent Society says it is devastated by the killing of its emergency workers by Israeli forces. ­ What are Trump's 'liberation day' April 2 tariffs? US president prepares to unveil "reciprocal" measures as critics warn of a global trade war and a slowdown in growth. ­ Devastating Myanmar earthquake seen as omen of military government's demise Many view powerful tremor as a superstitious sign that the military administration and its chief Min Aung Hlaing are near their downfall. ­ How did Israel kill Red Crescent medics in Gaza? Israeli troops fired on several rescue vehicles, then buried the killed first responders and their vehicles. ­ Marine Le Pen's conviction: Career-ending or fuel for a new far right? After being found guilty of graft, Le Pen's bid to lead France has been dealt a major blow. Some will see her as a martyr. ­ Why is China angry about a plan to sell two ports on the Panama Canal? Government's displeasure over conglomerate's plans highlights tightening business environment in Hong Kong. ­ The Take 🔊: Will Lebanon's fragile peace hold? Israel's first air attacks on Beirut since a November truce sparks fears of a wider conflict. ­ ­ Follow Al Jazeera English on: ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ This email was sent to telekomunikasindonesia.budianduk@blogger.com You've received it because you've subscribed to our newsletter. View in browser | Contact Us | Unsubscribe © 2025 Al Jazeera Media Network Al Jazeera English, PO Box 23127 Doha - Qatar