Moving to the US in the largest nationwide show of opposition, millions of people rallied against President Donald Trump and his billionaire ally, Elon Musk, across the US and globally. From Washington DC and New York to Chicago and Boston, protesters joined in "hands-off" demonstrations to denounce Trump's agenda at several locations across 50 states of the United States.

Millions rally across US & Europe against Trump & Musk

US customs agents began collecting President Donald Trump's unilateral 10% tariff on all imports from many countries. As Trump's tariffs take effect, his aide, Elon Musk, reportedly got into a heated argument with Trump's trade advisor, Peter Navarro.

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Thousands of protesters have gathered various cities across the US, as "Hands Off protest" begin on Saturday (April 5), demonstrating against President Donald Trump and his closest ally Elon Musk.&nbsp;
Protesters gathered in Boston, Massachusetts to stand against the Trump administration's policies and Elon Musk.&nbsp;
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HAPPENING NOW: Thousands of protesters have gathered in Boston, MA for the worldwide "Hands Off!" protests against Elon Musk and Donald Trump 👇🏻<a href="https://t.co/jUBVJu1nak">pic.twitter.com/jUBVJu1nak</a>
&mdash; Marco Foster (@MarcoFoster_) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcoFoster_/status/1908535169016791079?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, Jamie Raskin, Democratic representative of Maryland addressed the crowd in Washington DC, calling out Trump, saying "Hands off Canada, that&rsquo;s an independent country. Hands off Panama, that&rsquo;s an independent country. Statehood for Washington, DC!&rdquo;
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&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve got the right to protest for what is right without being arrested, deported or fired. We have the right to read the books we want, including 1984 and The Handmaid&rsquo;s Tale&hellip; We&rsquo;ve even got the right to call the president deranged from crashing our economy, destroying $6 trillion of wealth and turning our 401Ks into 201Ks and the press has the right to call the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf of Mexico.&rdquo;
One of the protesters was carrying a placard saying, Elon don't be a DOGE BAG', signalling Musk's work heading DOGE.&nbsp;
The predominantly white protestors were chanting, &ldquo;Hey hey, ho ho, Trump and Musk have got to go." These protesters hoisted a variety of colorful placards that left little doubt about where they stand on the topic of Donald Trump.
&ldquo;I did not elect Elon Musk," some said, while others emphasised the protestors&rsquo; anxieties about the future of democracy in the US.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Hands off democracy,&rdquo; declared one placard. &ldquo;Stop being Putin&rsquo;s puppet,&rdquo; enjoined another.
&ldquo;This is an assault on our democracy, on our economy, on our civil rights,&rdquo; said Jennifer Heit, a 64-year-old editor and resident of Plantation who toted a poster that read, &ldquo;USA: No to King or Oligarchy.&rdquo;
"Hands Off" is a "national day of action" that will bring members of Congress, community leaders and "everyday people" together to call on President Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that the middle class and working families rely on.&nbsp;
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More than 1,100 rallies, visibility events and meetings were scheduled in all 50 states as of Wednesday.&nbsp;
The protests are being organised by advocacy groups, including Third Act - an environmental group led by environmentalist and author Bill McKibben, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: “I did not elect Elon Musk," some protesters said, while others emphasised the protestors’ anxieties about the future of democracy in the US.

Thousands of protesters have gathered various cities across the US, as "Hands Off protest" begin on Saturday (April 5), demonstrating against President Donald Trump and his closest ally Elon Musk. Protesters gathered in Boston, Massachusetts to stand against the Trump administration's policies and Elon Musk. HAPPENING NOW: Thousands of protesters have gathered in Boston, MA for the worldwide "Hands Off!" protests against Elon Musk and Donald Trump 👇🏻pic.twitter.com/jUBVJu1nak — Marco Foster (@MarcoFoster_) April 5, 2025 Meanwhile, Jamie Raskin, Democratic representative of Maryland addressed the crowd in Washington DC, calling out Trump, saying "Hands off Canada, that’s an independent country. Hands off Panama, that’s an independent country. Statehood for Washington, DC!” Also read: 'Hands Off' protests: Anti-Trump demonstrations to be held across US tomorrow | Everything you need to know “We’ve got the right to protest for what is right without being arrested, deported or fired. We have the right to read the books we want, including 1984 and The Handmaid’s Tale… We’ve even got the right to call the president deranged from crashing our economy, destroying $6 trillion of wealth and turning our 401Ks into 201Ks and the press has the right to call the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf of Mexico.” One of the protesters was carrying a placard saying, Elon don't be a DOGE BAG', signalling Musk's work heading DOGE. The predominantly white protestors were chanting, “Hey hey, ho ho, Trump and Musk have got to go." These protesters hoisted a variety of colorful placards that left little doubt about where they stand on the topic of Donald Trump. “I did not elect Elon Musk," some said, while others emphasised the protestors’ anxieties about the future of democracy in the US. Also read: ‘Blame China’s AI, not Trump’: US Treasury Secretary claims DeepSeek responsible for tanking stock market, not tariffs “Hands off democracy,” declared one placard. “Stop being Putin’s puppet,” enjoined another. “This is an assault on our democracy, on our economy, on our civil rights,” said Jennifer Heit, a 64-year-old editor and resident of Plantation who toted a poster that read, “USA: No to King or Oligarchy.” "Hands Off" is a "national day of action" that will bring members of Congress, community leaders and "everyday people" together to call on President Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that the middle class and working families rely on. Also read: 'China has been hit much harder': Trump downplays Beijing's retaliatory tariffs but admits trade war 'won’t be easy' More than 1,100 rallies, visibility events and meetings were scheduled in all 50 states as of Wednesday. The protests are being organised by advocacy groups, including Third Act - an environmental group led by environmentalist and author Bill McKibben, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement. Also read: 'Can’t stomach Trump’s absurd tariff math': US treasury secretary 'looking for exit door' after tariffs ruin his credibility (With inputs from agencies)

'Shame on you Trump': Americans gather for 'Hands Off' protest against US president, Musk; say 'don't be DOGE BAG'

US President Donald Trump’s tariffs have officially taken effect, triggering sharp responses from across the globe. While Maduro vows retaliation, China slaps a 34% tax on all US imports. Canada and Mexico dodge the latest wave, and Elon Musk reportedly loses $18 billion in Tesla stock value. As the trade war escalates, world leaders warn of its growing consequences.

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Amid rising tensions with the US and Israel, Iran has deployed two advanced ‘Ghadir’ radar systems in its southern region. These long-range radars, capable of detecting threats over 1,100 km, are designed to bolster Tehran's air defences. While Iran prepares militarily, it also signals willingness for equal-footing dialogue with Washington.

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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is looking to leave the Trump administration following the US president's massive tariff rollout, which damaged his "credibility", claimed US media MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle.&nbsp;
During her presence on MSNBC's Morning Joe, Ruhle said Bessent is looking for an exit door to try to get himself to the Fed.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Some [sources] have said to me, he&rsquo;s looking for an exit door to try to get himself to the Fed because, in the last few days, he&rsquo;s really hurting his own credibility and history in the markets,&rdquo; she said.&nbsp;
Trump slapped a universal 10% tariff on all US imports as well as reciprocal tariffs on 180 countries.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Absurd tariff math'</h2>
Ruhle suggested that Bessent, who built his $521 million fortune managing massive hedge funds, can&rsquo;t stomach Trump&rsquo;s &ldquo;absurd tariff math".&nbsp;
Some of the critics have also slammed Trump's tariffs as a "kindergarten-level understanding&rdquo; of international trade."
Trump is "not listening" to his treasury secretary, "the odd man out" in the president's inner circle, according to Ruhle's sources.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;[Bessent] actually understands how the markets work and, what&rsquo;s happening right now, is only going to hurt markets," she said.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, Bessent called the use of sweeping tariffs &ldquo;maximalist&rdquo; positions in October 2024 when he was an economic adviser in Trump&rsquo;s campaign.
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s escalate to de-escalate,&rdquo; Bessent told the Financial Times at the time. He further warned countries not to retaliate.
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&ldquo;Sit back, take it in, let&rsquo;s see how it goes. Because if you retaliate, there will be escalation. If you don&rsquo;t retaliate, this is the high-water mark,&rdquo; he said on Wednesday.
Trump after announcing tariffs told the crowd that &ldquo;April 2, 2025, will forever be remembered as the day American industry was reborn,&rdquo; insisting that for decades, the US had been &ldquo;looted, pillaged, raped, and plundered&rdquo; by foreign nations.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Ruhle suggested that Scott Bessent, who built his $521 million fortune managing massive hedge funds, can’t stomach Trump’s “absurd tariff math".

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is looking to leave the Trump administration following the US president's massive tariff rollout, which damaged his "credibility", claimed US media MSNBC host Stephanie Ruhle. During her presence on MSNBC's Morning Joe, Ruhle said Bessent is looking for an exit door to try to get himself to the Fed. “Some [sources] have said to me, he’s looking for an exit door to try to get himself to the Fed because, in the last few days, he’s really hurting his own credibility and history in the markets,” she said. Trump slapped a universal 10% tariff on all US imports as well as reciprocal tariffs on 180 countries. Also read: Trump might go back on tariffs on Vietnam, here's why 'Absurd tariff math' Ruhle suggested that Bessent, who built his $521 million fortune managing massive hedge funds, can’t stomach Trump’s “absurd tariff math". Some of the critics have also slammed Trump's tariffs as a "kindergarten-level understanding” of international trade." Trump is "not listening" to his treasury secretary, "the odd man out" in the president's inner circle, according to Ruhle's sources. Also read: 'China has been hit much harder': Trump downplays Beijing's retaliatory tariffs but admits trade war 'won’t be easy' “[Bessent] actually understands how the markets work and, what’s happening right now, is only going to hurt markets," she said. Meanwhile, Bessent called the use of sweeping tariffs “maximalist” positions in October 2024 when he was an economic adviser in Trump’s campaign. “It’s escalate to de-escalate,” Bessent told the Financial Times at the time. He further warned countries not to retaliate. Also read: Netanyahu to meet Trump in Washington this week, first foreign leader to discuss tariffs in person “Sit back, take it in, let’s see how it goes. Because if you retaliate, there will be escalation. If you don’t retaliate, this is the high-water mark,” he said on Wednesday. Trump after announcing tariffs told the crowd that “April 2, 2025, will forever be remembered as the day American industry was reborn,” insisting that for decades, the US had been “looted, pillaged, raped, and plundered” by foreign nations. Also read: 'Not just taxes, it’s a safety net': Why India has sky-high tariffs? (With inputs from agencies)

'Can’t stomach Trump’s absurd tariff math': US treasury secretary 'looking for exit door' after tariffs ruin his credibility

Once again, Canada has updated its travel advisory for people travelling to the United States, warning that they should be prepared for scrutiny from border patrol officers as they might check their phones and laptops.&nbsp;
The updated advisory stated that the US authorities can check electronic devices like phones and laptops and advised the travellers to comply with them.&nbsp;
"US authorities strictly enforce entry requirements. Expect scrutiny at ports of entry, including of electronic devices," the advisory read.
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"Comply and be forthcoming in all interactions with border authorities. If you are denied entry. you could be detained while awaiting deportation," it added.
It further read, "We have obtained the information on this page from the US authorities. It can, however, change at any time."
This is the second advisory issued by Canada. The first came after the US made it mandatory for all Canadians staying in the US for more than 30 days to register with the US administration. The new rule will be effective from April 11.&nbsp;
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This comes as US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on his first day in office, directing the Department of Homeland Security to ensure non-citizens comply with the Immigration and Nationality Act.&nbsp;
The law requires &ldquo;all aliens 14 years of age or older who were not registered and fingerprinted (if required) when applying for a US visa and who remain in the United States for 30 days or longer&rdquo; to do so, according to the USCIS website.
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<h2>What do experts have to say?</h2>
An immigration lawyer and a privacy lawyer said that travellers who are concerned about their privacy should understand border patrol officers' powers and decide how much risk they're comfortable taking before they leave their homes.
Meanwhile, Heather Segal, an immigration lawyer and founding partner of Segal Immigration Law in Toronto, told CBC News that her inbox is flooded with questions.
"There's been much more heightened security and heightened investigations at the border," she said. "There is just tremendous fear, fear for numerous reasons. First of all, there's fear of getting detained. There's fear of not getting into the United States."
Two of the experts suggested travelling with a burner phone and leaving their actual phones at home.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/deportation-gay-el-salvador-donald-trumps-fan-joe-rogan-slams-us-president-for-horrific-deportations-venezuelans-8921736">'F***ing crazy to deport gay hairdressers': Trump's fan Joe Rogan slams US president for 'horrific' deportations</a>
(With inputs from agencies)
&nbsp;

World: The updated advisory stated that the US authorities can check electronic devices like phones and laptops and advised the travellers to comply with them.

Once again, Canada has updated its travel advisory for people travelling to the United States, warning that they should be prepared for scrutiny from border patrol officers as they might check their phones and laptops. The updated advisory stated that the US authorities can check electronic devices like phones and laptops and advised the travellers to comply with them. "US authorities strictly enforce entry requirements. Expect scrutiny at ports of entry, including of electronic devices," the advisory read. Also read: 'Old relationship is over': Canada hits US with 25% tariffs on American-made cars; over 3000 autoworkers laid off "Comply and be forthcoming in all interactions with border authorities. If you are denied entry. you could be detained while awaiting deportation," it added. It further read, "We have obtained the information on this page from the US authorities. It can, however, change at any time." This is the second advisory issued by Canada. The first came after the US made it mandatory for all Canadians staying in the US for more than 30 days to register with the US administration. The new rule will be effective from April 11. Also read: Did Donald Trump really spare Canada and Mexico from latest round of tariffs? White House reveals truth This comes as US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on his first day in office, directing the Department of Homeland Security to ensure non-citizens comply with the Immigration and Nationality Act. The law requires “all aliens 14 years of age or older who were not registered and fingerprinted (if required) when applying for a US visa and who remain in the United States for 30 days or longer” to do so, according to the USCIS website. Also read: Trump’s annexation plans for Greenland and Canada run into resistance What do experts have to say? An immigration lawyer and a privacy lawyer said that travellers who are concerned about their privacy should understand border patrol officers' powers and decide how much risk they're comfortable taking before they leave their homes. Meanwhile, Heather Segal, an immigration lawyer and founding partner of Segal Immigration Law in Toronto, told CBC News that her inbox is flooded with questions. "There's been much more heightened security and heightened investigations at the border," she said. "There is just tremendous fear, fear for numerous reasons. First of all, there's fear of getting detained. There's fear of not getting into the United States." Two of the experts suggested travelling with a burner phone and leaving their actual phones at home. Also read: 'F***ing crazy to deport gay hairdressers': Trump's fan Joe Rogan slams US president for 'horrific' deportations (With inputs from agencies)

BIG WARNING for Canadians travelling to US: Border officers might check your electronics; experts suggest using burner phones

Trump's controversial new tariffs take effect from midnight, marking a fresh chapter in the ongoing trade tensions. While Trump promises "historic results," global leaders are reacting with caution. Canada calls the move "tough but an opportunity," Mexico relies on its trade deal shield, and Venezuela vows retaliation.

Trump's midnight tariffs spark global reaction and warning

The Head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund Kirill Dmitriev has become a prominent figure in the Kremlin's outreach to the US President Donald Trump administration.&nbsp;
Currently, the US is awaiting Dmitriev to report to Russian President Vladimir Putin before taking any next steps in Ukraine peace talks, Bloomberg reported citing a person familiar with the discussions.&nbsp;
Earlier this week, Dmitriev met with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. On April 2 and 3, he also met with US officials in Washington on behalf of Putin.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/taxing-penguins-but-not-putin-russia-wasnt-on-trumps-tariffs-list-heres-what-we-know-8929296">Taxing Penguins but not Putin? Russia wasn't on Trump's tariffs list. Here's what we know</a>
Dmitriev also lauded the Trump administration for its constructive and respectful dialogue with Russia and said the two nations plan to restore and deepen their ties.&nbsp;
He was also involved in early US-Russian negotiations which took place in Riyadh in February.&nbsp;
<h2>Who is Kirill Dmitriev?&nbsp;</h2>
The 49-year-old Kirill Dmitriev was appointed by Russian President Putin as special envoy for economic affairs in an attempt to interest Washington in joint economic ventures in return for a favorable peace deal.
Dmitriev got his degree from the US universities and has served in the American business world.&nbsp;
Born in Kyiv in 1975 in Soviet Ukraine, Dmitriev's education and professional debut makes him a perfect person for an up-and-coming member of Russia's technocratic elite.&nbsp;
He was one of the first Soviet exchange students who travelled to the US, &nbsp;where he studied at Fооthill College in California, at the age of 14.&nbsp;
He went on to graduate with honors from an economics program at Stanford University and received his MBA at Harvard.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-ukraine-marco-rubio-putin-russia-ceasefire-8926410">'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must &lsquo;decide if it&rsquo;s serious about peace&rsquo;</a>
<h2>Friend of Putin's daughter?</h2>
Dmitriev got entry in Russia's inner circles with the help of his wife Natalia Popova and a business associate of Putin's daughter Katerina Tikhonova, according to Kyiv Independent.
Popova works as Tikhonova's deputy at her Innopraktika fund, where Dmitriev sits on the board of trustees.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russian-missile-strike-kills-12-in-ukraine-leaders-home-city-8927168">Russian missile hits Zelensky's home city, kills 12 injures 50</a>
<h2>Head of Russia's 'slush fund'&nbsp;</h2>
He was then appointed CEO of the new Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) in 2011.&nbsp;
RDIF is a state-controlled fund launched to foster partnerships with foreign investors and invest in Russian companies.
During Dmitriev's tenure, &nbsp;the RDIF oversaw $40 billion in investment across 100 deals, building relationships with funds from France, Italy, Japan, China, and the Gulf states.
"Recently designated Russian President Vladimir Putin and his inner circle of cronies have long relied on RDIF and Dmitriev to raise funds abroad, including in the United States," the US Treasury Department said.
It added, "While officially a sovereign wealth fund, RDIF is widely considered a slush fund for President Vladimir Putin and is emblematic of Russia's broader kleptocracy."
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-ukraine-marco-rubio-putin-russia-ceasefire-8926410">'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must &lsquo;decide if it&rsquo;s serious about peace&rsquo;</a>
(With inputs from agencies)
&nbsp;

World: Dmitriev lauded the Trump administration for its constructive and respectful dialogue with Russia and said the two nations plan to restore and deepen their ties.

The Head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund Kirill Dmitriev has become a prominent figure in the Kremlin's outreach to the US President Donald Trump administration. Currently, the US is awaiting Dmitriev to report to Russian President Vladimir Putin before taking any next steps in Ukraine peace talks, Bloomberg reported citing a person familiar with the discussions. Earlier this week, Dmitriev met with US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. On April 2 and 3, he also met with US officials in Washington on behalf of Putin. Also read: Taxing Penguins but not Putin? Russia wasn't on Trump's tariffs list. Here's what we know Dmitriev also lauded the Trump administration for its constructive and respectful dialogue with Russia and said the two nations plan to restore and deepen their ties. He was also involved in early US-Russian negotiations which took place in Riyadh in February. Who is Kirill Dmitriev? The 49-year-old Kirill Dmitriev was appointed by Russian President Putin as special envoy for economic affairs in an attempt to interest Washington in joint economic ventures in return for a favorable peace deal. Dmitriev got his degree from the US universities and has served in the American business world. Born in Kyiv in 1975 in Soviet Ukraine, Dmitriev's education and professional debut makes him a perfect person for an up-and-coming member of Russia's technocratic elite. He was one of the first Soviet exchange students who travelled to the US, where he studied at Fооthill College in California, at the age of 14. He went on to graduate with honors from an economics program at Stanford University and received his MBA at Harvard. Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ Friend of Putin's daughter? Dmitriev got entry in Russia's inner circles with the help of his wife Natalia Popova and a business associate of Putin's daughter Katerina Tikhonova, according to Kyiv Independent. Popova works as Tikhonova's deputy at her Innopraktika fund, where Dmitriev sits on the board of trustees. Also read: Russian missile hits Zelensky's home city, kills 12 injures 50 Head of Russia's 'slush fund' He was then appointed CEO of the new Russian Direct Investment Fund (RDIF) in 2011. RDIF is a state-controlled fund launched to foster partnerships with foreign investors and invest in Russian companies. During Dmitriev's tenure, the RDIF oversaw $40 billion in investment across 100 deals, building relationships with funds from France, Italy, Japan, China, and the Gulf states. "Recently designated Russian President Vladimir Putin and his inner circle of cronies have long relied on RDIF and Dmitriev to raise funds abroad, including in the United States," the US Treasury Department said. It added, "While officially a sovereign wealth fund, RDIF is widely considered a slush fund for President Vladimir Putin and is emblematic of Russia's broader kleptocracy." Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ (With inputs from agencies)

How did Russia's 'slush fund' head Kirill Dmitriev become Putin's mouthpiece to Trump?

Israel has escalated its ground operations in Gaza, killing at least 25 in a strike on a school. Tensions rise as political and diplomatic movements continue—Netanyahu seeks trial delay, meets global leaders, while Trump hints at a US visit. Hamas warns hostages are in danger.

Israel-Hamas war: Israel intensifies ground operations in Gaza amid global political tensions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet US President Donald Trump this week in Washington, an Israeli official told the Kan public broadcaster.&nbsp;
According to the officials, the two leaders are expected to discuss sweeping reciprocal tariffs.&nbsp;
However, Netanyahu's office has not confirmed the visit yet. However, three Israeli officials confirmed it to Reuters.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-kills-hamas-commander-in-lebanon-strike-expands-ground-offensive-in-gaza-8925247">Israel kills Hamas 'commander' in Lebanon strike, expands ground offensive in Gaza</a>
It will mark Netanyahu's fourth trip to the US since the war began in Gaza, and his second since Trump took office in January.&nbsp;
It would also make Netanyahu, the first foreign leader to negotiate the sweeping tariffs in person with Trump.&nbsp;
Trump on April 2, his "Liberation Day", announced sweeping "reciprocal tariffs" on several nations. The US president imposed a 17% tariff on Israel.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-in-touch-with-india-and-two-other-nations-to-negotiate-trade-deals-that-could-revise-tariffs-report-8927592">Trump in touch with India and two other nations to negotiate trade deals that could revise tariffs: Report</a>
The 17% rate Trump set for Israel was based on the significant U.S. bilateral trade deficit.
While Trump called these tariffs &ldquo;reciprocal,&rdquo; he admitted they&rsquo;re only about half of what other countries charge the US.
"We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said.
&ldquo;I could have done that, yes, but it would have been tough for a lot of countries. We didn&rsquo;t want to do that,&rdquo; he added.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/vietnam-first-to-fall-in-face-off-trump-tariffs-will-other-countries-follow-8926949">Vietnam first to fall in face of Trump tariffs. Will other countries follow?</a>
Instead of going full force, Trump said his approach is more "kind reciprocal," a softer hit that still sends a message. It's like giving other nations a taste of their own medicine, just not the full dose.
Moreover, Trump and Netanyahu are also expected to discuss the Iran nuclear crisis and the war in Gaza.&nbsp;
Trump suggested Netanyahu come to the White House, without setting a clear date. Several hours later, Trump told reporters on Air Force One that Netanyahu would be visiting Washington soon, "maybe even next week."
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/what-is-qatargate-netanyahu-questioned-as-two-top-aides-arrested-as-probe-deepens-8911346">What is Qatargate? Netanyahu questioned, two top aides arrested as probe deepens</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: It will mark Israeli PM Netanyahu's fourth trip to the US since the war began in Gaza, and his second since Trump took office in January.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will meet US President Donald Trump this week in Washington, an Israeli official told the Kan public broadcaster. According to the officials, the two leaders are expected to discuss sweeping reciprocal tariffs. However, Netanyahu's office has not confirmed the visit yet. However, three Israeli officials confirmed it to Reuters. Also read: Israel kills Hamas 'commander' in Lebanon strike, expands ground offensive in Gaza It will mark Netanyahu's fourth trip to the US since the war began in Gaza, and his second since Trump took office in January. It would also make Netanyahu, the first foreign leader to negotiate the sweeping tariffs in person with Trump. Trump on April 2, his "Liberation Day", announced sweeping "reciprocal tariffs" on several nations. The US president imposed a 17% tariff on Israel. Also read: Trump in touch with India and two other nations to negotiate trade deals that could revise tariffs: Report The 17% rate Trump set for Israel was based on the significant U.S. bilateral trade deficit. While Trump called these tariffs “reciprocal,” he admitted they’re only about half of what other countries charge the US. "We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said. “I could have done that, yes, but it would have been tough for a lot of countries. We didn’t want to do that,” he added. Also read: Vietnam first to fall in face of Trump tariffs. Will other countries follow? Instead of going full force, Trump said his approach is more "kind reciprocal," a softer hit that still sends a message. It's like giving other nations a taste of their own medicine, just not the full dose. Moreover, Trump and Netanyahu are also expected to discuss the Iran nuclear crisis and the war in Gaza. Trump suggested Netanyahu come to the White House, without setting a clear date. Several hours later, Trump told reporters on Air Force One that Netanyahu would be visiting Washington soon, "maybe even next week." Also read: What is Qatargate? Netanyahu questioned, two top aides arrested as probe deepens (With inputs from agencies)

Netanyahu to meet Trump in Washington this week, first foreign leader to discuss tariffs in person

President Trump said he will lower tariffs if countries could offer something "Phenomenal" in return.

Despite a stock market crash, Trump was optimistic that economic uncertainty would eventually pass.

India, Vietnam, Israel in talks to avert Trump tariffs: Reports

In the most significant escalation of the trade war between the US, And China, Beijing imposed retaliatory tariffs of 34 percent on US Imports on Friday.

This move has stoked worries of a recession and caused a worldwide stock market crash.

China-US trade conflict escalates

The tariff man has shown his hands.

President Trump's tariffs have provoked world condemnation and fears of recession and a surge in inflation globally and not just in the US

From jobs to exports: Who wins and who loses

US President Donald Trump shared a video claiming it was an American airstrike on Houthi rebels in Yemen. Taking to his social media platforms, the US president wrote, "These Houthis gathered for instructions on an attack. Oops, there will be no attack by these Houthis!"

US-Iran War: Donald Trump Shares Video Showing Attack On Yemen's Houthis, ‘Oops' | WION

Donald Trump's new tariffs have triggered a political storm in Canada, with Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre slamming Prime Minister Mark Carney for what he calls weak leadership. As economic pressure mounts, tariffs have become a central election issue, fueling sharp criticism and fiery exchanges in Ottawa.

Trump tariffs trigger political storm in Canada, Carney slammed for weak leadership

Asian stocks started Friday with deep losses as investors braced for further pain across global markets after Wall Street's $2.5 trillion rout. President Donald Trump touted Wednesday as a landmark in U.S. history, saying his tariffs would "make America wealthy again." Instead, the steepest levies in a century sparked a rapid selloff in risk assets, culminating Thursday with a 4.8 percent rout in the S&P 500.

Trade wars ensue: China slaps additional 34% tariff on US goods |

Iran is pulling back its support for the Houthis amid extensive US air strikes on the rebel group. The UK's Telegraph newspaper, citing a senior Iranian official, reported that Tehran has ordered its military personnel to leave Yemen. The report added that Iran is scaling back its support for regional proxies to focus on the direct threats emanating from the United States.

Trump Calls For Direct Talks With Tehran

Russia launched a barrage of drones in an overnight attack on Ukraine on Friday, killing at least four people and injuring 35 in the northeastern city of Kharkiv, regional officials said.

Ukraine Faces Brutal Counterattack After Belgorod Incursion

Trump’s tariffs spark political firestorm in Canadian elections

There is a storm in the making in West Asia. The US is locked in a fierce battle with Yemen's Houthis. West is worried about Iran's growing nuclear capabilities. Experts have warned that a direct confrontation between the two enemies might be inevitable.

US-Iran war unavoildable |

On April 5, hundreds of "Hands Off" protests will be held across the US, aiming at sending a message to President Donald Trump and his "billionaire buddy" Elon Musk.&nbsp;
The protests have been planned for over 1000 cities and towns across the nation, against Trump.&nbsp;
The protests are being organised by advocacy groups, including Third Act - an environmental group led by environmentalist and author Bill McKibben, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-ousts-nsa-director-nsa-chief-tim-haugh-laura-loomer-8926023">&lsquo;Makes us less safe': Trump ousts NSA chief Tim Haugh for 'no reason' after Loomer meeting amid 'loyalty purge'</a>
<h2>What is the Hands-Off protest?&nbsp;</h2>
"Hands Off" is a "national day of action" that will bring members of Congress, community leaders and "everyday people" together to call on President Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that the middle class and working families rely on.&nbsp;
"With Trump and congressional Republicans doubling down on their agenda to gut essential services, everyday Americans are sending a clear message: Take your hands off our healthcare, our Social Security, our civil rights, our freedom, and our education," according to a statement from national organisers.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-ukraine-marco-rubio-putin-russia-ceasefire-8926410">'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must &lsquo;decide if it&rsquo;s serious about peace&rsquo;</a>
<h2>Why does it matter?</h2>
Hands Off! is a grassroots movement of people, who, literally as the name suggests, want the Trump administration, including Musk to take their "hands off" of social security, federal jobs, Medicaid and more.&nbsp;
The protests are planned for all 50 states and dozens of communities in Massachusetts and throughout New England.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trumps-tariffs-billionaires-lost-208-billion-elon-musk-mark-zuckerberg-jeff-bezos-biggest-losers-full-list-here-8926461">Trump tariffs after-effect: Billionaires lost combined $208 billion; Musk, Zuckerberg biggest losers. FULL LIST HERE</a>
<h2>List of cities where it is happening</h2>
<ul>
<li>Montgomery, Alabama: noon at 600 Dexter Ave</li>
<li>Juneau, Alaska: noon at 120 4th St.</li>
<li>Phoenix, Arizona: 10 a.m. at 1700 W. Washington St.</li>
<li>Little Rock, Arkansas: 11 a.m. at 500 Woodlane St.</li>
<li>Sacramento, California: 11 a.m. at 1310 10th St.</li>
<li>Denver, Colorado: noon at 200 E. Colfax Ave.</li>
<li>Hartford, Connecticut: 3 p.m. at 210 Capitol Ave.</li>
<li>Dover, Delaware: noon, details not available</li>
<li>Tallahassee, Florida: noon, 400 S. Monroe St.</li>
<li>Atlanta, Georgia: 12:30 p.m., details not available</li>
<li>Honolulu, Hawaii: noon at 415 S. Beretania St.</li>
<li>Boise, Idaho: 2 p.m. at 150 N. Capitol Blvd.</li>
<li>Springfield, Illinois: noon at 401 S. 2nd St.</li>
<li>Indianapolis, Indiana: noon at 200 W. Washington St.</li>
<li>Des Moines, Iowa: noon at 400 Locust St.</li>
<li>Topeka, Kansas: noon at 300 SW 10th Ave.</li>
<li>Frankfort, Kentucky: 11 a.m. at 700 Capital Ave.</li>
<li>Baton Rouge, Louisiana: 11 a.m. at 900 N. 3rd St.</li>
<li>Augusta, Maine: noon at 111 Sewall St.</li>
<li>Boston, Massachusetts: 11 a.m. at 139 Tremont St.</li>
<li>Lansing, Michigan: noon at 100 N. Capitol Ave.</li>
<li>Saint Paul, Minnesota: noon at 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.</li>
<li>Jefferson City, Missouri: noon at 201 W. Capitol Ave.</li>
<li>Helena, Montana: noon at 1301 E. 6th Ave.</li>
<li>Lincoln, Nebraska: 11 a.m. at 1445 K St.</li>
<li>Carson City, Nevada: noon at 401 S. Carson St.</li>
<li>Concord, New Hampshire: noon at 107 N. Main St.</li>
<li>Trenton, New Jersey: noon at 125 W. State St.</li>
<li>Santa Fe, New Mexico: noon at 490 Old Santa Fe Trail</li>
<li>Albany, New York: 11 a.m. at West Capitol Park, State 85, S. Swan St.</li>
<li>Raleigh, North Carolina: 11 a.m. at 16 W. Jones St.</li>
<li>Bismarck, North Dakota: 4 p.m. at 600 E. Boulevard Ave.</li>
<li>Columbus, Ohio: noon at 1 Capitol Square</li>
<li>Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: noon at 200 N. Walker Ave.</li>
<li>Salem, Oregon: noon at Summer Street Northeast</li>
<li>Harrisburg, Pennsylvania: noon at North 3rd Street and State Street</li>
<li>Providence, Rhode Island: noon at 324 Hope St.</li>
<li>Columbia, South Carolina: 1 p.m. at 1100 Gervais St.</li>
<li>Pierre, South Dakota: noon at 500 E. Capitol Ave.</li>
<li>Nashville, Tennessee: noon at 2500 West End Ave.</li>
<li>Austin, Texas: 2 p.m. at 1100 Congress Ave.</li>
<li>Salt Lake City, Utah: noon at 350 State St.</li>
<li>Montpelier, Vermont: noon at 115 State St.</li>
<li>Richmond, Virginia: 11:30 a.m. at 101 N. 9th St.</li>
<li>Olympia, Washington: 2 p.m. at 416 Sid Snyder Ave. SW</li>
<li>Charleston, West Virginia: noon at 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E.</li>
<li>Madison, Wisconsin: noon at 2 E. Main St.</li>
<li>Cheyenne, Wyoming: details not available</li>
</ul>
While, this week, the US president is scheduled to be in Florida, starting with a MAGA Inc. Candlelight Dinner at his Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach on Friday night.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hes-too-hot-bill-oreilly-asks-trump-to-move-on-from-his-buddy-elon-musk-says-hes-a-short-timer-8926006">'He's too hot': Bill O'Reilly warns Trump to move on from his 'buddy' Elon Musk, says he's a 'short timer'</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The "hands off" protests are being organised by advocacy groups, including Third Act, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement.

On April 5, hundreds of "Hands Off" protests will be held across the US, aiming at sending a message to President Donald Trump and his "billionaire buddy" Elon Musk. The protests have been planned for over 1000 cities and towns across the nation, against Trump. The protests are being organised by advocacy groups, including Third Act - an environmental group led by environmentalist and author Bill McKibben, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement. Also read: ‘Makes us less safe': Trump ousts NSA chief Tim Haugh for 'no reason' after Loomer meeting amid 'loyalty purge' What is the Hands-Off protest? "Hands Off" is a "national day of action" that will bring members of Congress, community leaders and "everyday people" together to call on President Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that the middle class and working families rely on. "With Trump and congressional Republicans doubling down on their agenda to gut essential services, everyday Americans are sending a clear message: Take your hands off our healthcare, our Social Security, our civil rights, our freedom, and our education," according to a statement from national organisers. Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ Why does it matter? Hands Off! is a grassroots movement of people, who, literally as the name suggests, want the Trump administration, including Musk to take their "hands off" of social security, federal jobs, Medicaid and more. The protests are planned for all 50 states and dozens of communities in Massachusetts and throughout New England. Also read: Trump tariffs after-effect: Billionaires lost combined $208 billion; Musk, Zuckerberg biggest losers. FULL LIST HERE List of cities where it is happening Montgomery, Alabama: noon at 600 Dexter Ave Juneau, Alaska: noon at 120 4th St. Phoenix, Arizona: 10 a.m. at 1700 W. Washington St. Little Rock, Arkansas: 11 a.m. at 500 Woodlane St. Sacramento, California: 11 a.m. at 1310 10th St. Denver, Colorado: noon at 200 E. Colfax Ave. Hartford, Connecticut: 3 p.m. at 210 Capitol Ave. Dover, Delaware: noon, details not available Tallahassee, Florida: noon, 400 S. Monroe St. Atlanta, Georgia: 12:30 p.m., details not available Honolulu, Hawaii: noon at 415 S. Beretania St. Boise, Idaho: 2 p.m. at 150 N. Capitol Blvd. Springfield, Illinois: noon at 401 S. 2nd St. Indianapolis, Indiana: noon at 200 W. Washington St. Des Moines, Iowa: noon at 400 Locust St. Topeka, Kansas: noon at 300 SW 10th Ave. Frankfort, Kentucky: 11 a.m. at 700 Capital Ave. Baton Rouge, Louisiana: 11 a.m. at 900 N. 3rd St. Augusta, Maine: noon at 111 Sewall St. Boston, Massachusetts: 11 a.m. at 139 Tremont St. Lansing, Michigan: noon at 100 N. Capitol Ave. Saint Paul, Minnesota: noon at 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Jefferson City, Missouri: noon at 201 W. Capitol Ave. Helena, Montana: noon at 1301 E. 6th Ave. Lincoln, Nebraska: 11 a.m. at 1445 K St. Carson City, Nevada: noon at 401 S. Carson St. Concord, New Hampshire: noon at 107 N. Main St. Trenton, New Jersey: noon at 125 W. State St. Santa Fe, New Mexico: noon at 490 Old Santa Fe Trail Albany, New York: 11 a.m. at West Capitol Park, State 85, S. Swan St. Raleigh, North Carolina: 11 a.m. at 16 W. Jones St. Bismarck, North Dakota: 4 p.m. at 600 E. Boulevard Ave. Columbus, Ohio: noon at 1 Capitol Square Oklahoma City, Oklahoma: noon at 200 N. Walker Ave. Salem, Oregon: noon at Summer Street Northeast Harrisburg, Pennsylvania: noon at North 3rd Street and State Street Providence, Rhode Island: noon at 324 Hope St. Columbia, South Carolina: 1 p.m. at 1100 Gervais St. Pierre, South Dakota: noon at 500 E. Capitol Ave. Nashville, Tennessee: noon at 2500 West End Ave. Austin, Texas: 2 p.m. at 1100 Congress Ave. Salt Lake City, Utah: noon at 350 State St. Montpelier, Vermont: noon at 115 State St. Richmond, Virginia: 11:30 a.m. at 101 N. 9th St. Olympia, Washington: 2 p.m. at 416 Sid Snyder Ave. SW Charleston, West Virginia: noon at 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E. Madison, Wisconsin: noon at 2 E. Main St. Cheyenne, Wyoming: details not available While, this week, the US president is scheduled to be in Florida, starting with a MAGA Inc. Candlelight Dinner at his Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach on Friday night. Also read: 'He's too hot': Bill O'Reilly warns Trump to move on from his 'buddy' Elon Musk, says he's a 'short timer' (With inputs from agencies)

'Hands Off' protests: Anti-Trump demonstrations to be held across US tomorrow | Everything you need to know

US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 4) slammed China for imposing "retaliatory tariffs" on US goods, saying that they "PANICKED and PLAYED IT WRONG".&nbsp;
Trump continued to hit back at China and said that China did the one thing that they cannot afford to do.&nbsp;
"CHINA PLAYED IT WRONG, THEY PANICKED - THE ONE THING THEY CANNOT AFFORD TO DO!," the US president said in a post on Truth Social.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/china-hits-back-at-us-with-34-tariffs-on-american-goods-from-april-10-donald-trump-xi-jinping-beijing-reciprocal-tariffs-8925713">'Typical unilateral bullying practice': China hits back at US with 34% tariffs on American goods from April 10</a>
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China on Friday (April 4) imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US starting on April 10, calling it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", adding that it undermines China's legitimate rights and interests.
&ldquo;This practice of the US is not in line with international trade rules, seriously undermines China&rsquo;s legitimate rights and interests, and is a typical unilateral bullying practice,&rdquo; China&rsquo;s State Council Tariff Commission said in a statement announcing its retaliatory tariffs.
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Beijing also announced controls on exports of medium and heavy rare earths, including samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium, to the US from April 4 onwards.
Moreover, China&rsquo;s Ministry of Commerce said it was adding 11 American companies to its list of "unreliable entities", essentially barring them from doing business in China or with Chinese companies.&nbsp;
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"The purpose of the Chinese government's implementation of export controls on relevant items in accordance with the law is to better safeguard national security and interests and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation," China's commerce ministry said in a statement.
China retaliated after the US imposed 34% "reciprocal tariffs" on Beijing on its "Liberation Day", while admitting they&rsquo;re only about half of what other countries charge the US.
"We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: China imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US, calling it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", saying it undermines China's legitimate rights.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (April 4) slammed China for imposing "retaliatory tariffs" on US goods, saying that they "PANICKED and PLAYED IT WRONG". Trump continued to hit back at China and said that China did the one thing that they cannot afford to do. "CHINA PLAYED IT WRONG, THEY PANICKED - THE ONE THING THEY CANNOT AFFORD TO DO!," the US president said in a post on Truth Social. Also read: 'Typical unilateral bullying practice': China hits back at US with 34% tariffs on American goods from April 10 China on Friday (April 4) imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US starting on April 10, calling it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", adding that it undermines China's legitimate rights and interests. “This practice of the US is not in line with international trade rules, seriously undermines China’s legitimate rights and interests, and is a typical unilateral bullying practice,” China’s State Council Tariff Commission said in a statement announcing its retaliatory tariffs. Also read: Trump tariffs after-effect: Billionaires lost combined $208 billion; Musk, Zuckerberg biggest losers. FULL LIST HERE Beijing also announced controls on exports of medium and heavy rare earths, including samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium, to the US from April 4 onwards. Moreover, China’s Ministry of Commerce said it was adding 11 American companies to its list of "unreliable entities", essentially barring them from doing business in China or with Chinese companies. Also read: ‘Makes us less safe': Trump ousts NSA chief Tim Haugh for 'no reason' after Loomer meeting amid 'loyalty purge' "The purpose of the Chinese government's implementation of export controls on relevant items in accordance with the law is to better safeguard national security and interests and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation," China's commerce ministry said in a statement. China retaliated after the US imposed 34% "reciprocal tariffs" on Beijing on its "Liberation Day", while admitting they’re only about half of what other countries charge the US. "We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said. Also read: 'Trump not interested in delay tactic on Ukraine': Rubio warns Putin, says Russia must ‘decide if it’s serious about peace’ (With inputs from agencies)

'CHINA PANICKED': Trump slams Beijing for imposing tariffs on US goods, says they 'PLAYED IT WRONG'

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After US President Donald Trump imposed "reciprocal tariffs" on several countries, the world's 500 richest people saw a decline in their combined wealth, losing USD 208 billion in 24 hours after the announcement.
It is indeed one of the largest fall in fortunes in over a decade.&nbsp;
The new tariffs have impacted multiple billionaires, Sputnik reported citing data from the Bloomberg Billionaire Index (BBI) compiled by Bloomberg on Friday.&nbsp;
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The plunge in the combined wealth of the world's top 500 billionaires is the fourth-largest one-day decline since the BBI was launched 13 years ago and the largest since the COVID-19 pandemic.
The effect of tariffs did not even spare Trump's closest aide Elon Musk.&nbsp;
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<h2>Who are the billionaires?</h2>
The billionaires in the US have been hit majorly, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, before American stock markets opened.&nbsp;
Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg was the biggest loser in dollar terms, with the social media company's nine per cent slide, with costing his chief executive officer $17.9 billion, or around nine per cent of his wealth.
Up next is Jeff Bezos, the next biggest loser in the list. Bezos lost $15.9 billion in wealth after Amazon shares plunged nine per cent on Thursday marking their biggest decline since 2022.&nbsp;
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While, Trump's buddy Tesla CEO and DOGE leader Elon Musk lost $11 billion on Thursday, as his care company's shares fell 5.5 per cent following Trump's tariff announcement on Liberation Day.&nbsp;
<h2>See the full list:&nbsp;</h2>
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Moreover, the only billionaire living outside the US, who suffered the impact of Trump's tariffs, was France's Bernard Arnault. Arnault's LVMH, a conglomerate which owns brands including Christian Dior, Bulgari and Loro Piana, saw its shares fall in Paris, wiping $6 billion off the net worth of Europe's richest person.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: The new tariffs have impacted multiple billionaires, Sputnik reported citing data from the Bloomberg Billionaire Index (BBI) compiled by Bloomberg on Friday.

After US President Donald Trump imposed "reciprocal tariffs" on several countries, the world's 500 richest people saw a decline in their combined wealth, losing USD 208 billion in 24 hours after the announcement. It is indeed one of the largest fall in fortunes in over a decade. The new tariffs have impacted multiple billionaires, Sputnik reported citing data from the Bloomberg Billionaire Index (BBI) compiled by Bloomberg on Friday. Also read: 'Typical unilateral bullying practice': China hits back at US with 34% tariffs on American goods from April 10 The plunge in the combined wealth of the world's top 500 billionaires is the fourth-largest one-day decline since the BBI was launched 13 years ago and the largest since the COVID-19 pandemic. The effect of tariffs did not even spare Trump's closest aide Elon Musk. Also read: Penguin memes flood internet after Trump tariffs hit uninhabited Antarctic islands Who are the billionaires? The billionaires in the US have been hit majorly, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, before American stock markets opened. Meta founder Mark Zuckerberg was the biggest loser in dollar terms, with the social media company's nine per cent slide, with costing his chief executive officer $17.9 billion, or around nine per cent of his wealth. Up next is Jeff Bezos, the next biggest loser in the list. Bezos lost $15.9 billion in wealth after Amazon shares plunged nine per cent on Thursday marking their biggest decline since 2022. Also read: Donald Trump fires NSC officials, who are they? What is its impact on US national security While, Trump's buddy Tesla CEO and DOGE leader Elon Musk lost $11 billion on Thursday, as his care company's shares fell 5.5 per cent following Trump's tariff announcement on Liberation Day. See the full list: Moreover, the only billionaire living outside the US, who suffered the impact of Trump's tariffs, was France's Bernard Arnault. Arnault's LVMH, a conglomerate which owns brands including Christian Dior, Bulgari and Loro Piana, saw its shares fall in Paris, wiping $6 billion off the net worth of Europe's richest person. Also read: 'He's too hot': Bill O'Reilly warns Trump to move on from his 'buddy' Elon Musk, says he's a 'short timer' (With inputs from agencies)

Trump tariffs after-effect: Billionaires lost combined $208 billion; Musk, Zuckerberg biggest losers. FULL LIST HERE

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Conservative author and former Fox News host Bill O&rsquo;Reilly warned US President Donald Trump to ditch his closest "buddy" and senior advisor Elon Musk, saying that he's a "short timer".&nbsp;
He further suggested <a href="https://www.wionews.com/autonews/tesla-investors-brace-for-sales-decline-amidst-growing-musk-backlash-8924980">Trump </a>let the "technicians" take over, adding that Musk was "just too hot" to remain in this position.
"As I said very early on, Musk is a short-timer. It&rsquo;s just too hot. You just can&rsquo;t have a guy that hot," O&rsquo;Reilly said during an appearance on NewsNation&rsquo;s Cuomo.&nbsp;
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O'Reilly further stressed that Musk did a good job exposing the government waste, bringing it back to page one, "but now the technicians should take over."
"You don&rsquo;t need Elon to go out and sell, it&rsquo;s sold, and most Americans know that we&rsquo;re being fleeced, the taxpayer&rsquo;s being fleeced, so he&rsquo;s accomplished what he wanted to accomplish and I think he will remain a Trump adviser, but I do think he&rsquo;ll go back to the private sector," he said.&nbsp;
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O&rsquo;Reilly denied, however, that Musk had &ldquo;anything to do with the [Supreme Court] loss in Wisconsin,&rdquo; arguing, &ldquo;It would have shown up on the exit poll. It&rsquo;s very simple. I&rsquo;m a fact-based guy.&rdquo;
<h2>'Anyone hoping that Musk will disappear...'</h2>
However, a senior Trump administration official told Politico on Wednesday that anyone hoping that Musk will disappear entirely from Trump's orbit is "fooling themselves".&nbsp;
Trump on Thursday, told reporters that he thought Musk is &ldquo;fantastic, and he&rsquo;s a patriot", predicting that he "will stay for a certain period of time and then he&rsquo;s going to want to get back to his businesses full-time.&rdquo;
O'Reilly's conversation was majorly surrounded by a Politico report which was published a day ago, suggesting Trump had informed his Cabinet and inner circle that Musk would soon be stepping down from DOGE.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: O'Reilly further stressed that Musk did a good job exposing the government waste, bringing it back to page one, "but now the technicians should take over."

Conservative author and former Fox News host Bill O’Reilly warned US President Donald Trump to ditch his closest "buddy" and senior advisor Elon Musk, saying that he's a "short timer". He further suggested Trump let the "technicians" take over, adding that Musk was "just too hot" to remain in this position. "As I said very early on, Musk is a short-timer. It’s just too hot. You just can’t have a guy that hot," O’Reilly said during an appearance on NewsNation’s Cuomo. Also read: 'Stop Trump and Musk's illegal power grab': Arizona AG files 9th lawsuit against US president O'Reilly further stressed that Musk did a good job exposing the government waste, bringing it back to page one, "but now the technicians should take over." "You don’t need Elon to go out and sell, it’s sold, and most Americans know that we’re being fleeced, the taxpayer’s being fleeced, so he’s accomplished what he wanted to accomplish and I think he will remain a Trump adviser, but I do think he’ll go back to the private sector," he said. Also read: Trump wants 'fantastic' Elon Musk to stay around 'as long as possible' amid speculation of Tesla owner leaving DOGE O’Reilly denied, however, that Musk had “anything to do with the [Supreme Court] loss in Wisconsin,” arguing, “It would have shown up on the exit poll. It’s very simple. I’m a fact-based guy.” 'Anyone hoping that Musk will disappear...' However, a senior Trump administration official told Politico on Wednesday that anyone hoping that Musk will disappear entirely from Trump's orbit is "fooling themselves". Trump on Thursday, told reporters that he thought Musk is “fantastic, and he’s a patriot", predicting that he "will stay for a certain period of time and then he’s going to want to get back to his businesses full-time.” O'Reilly's conversation was majorly surrounded by a Politico report which was published a day ago, suggesting Trump had informed his Cabinet and inner circle that Musk would soon be stepping down from DOGE. Also read: Musk reacts to report claiming Trump said X boss ‘will be stepping back’; White House calls it ‘garbage’ (With inputs from agencies)

'He's too hot': Bill O'Reilly warns Trump to move on from his 'buddy' Elon Musk, says he's a 'short timer'

As countries begin to retaliate against Trump's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tariffs-hit-uninhabited-islands-territories-with-no-economy-check-details-8922197">tariffs</a>, China on Friday (April 4) imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US starting on April 10.
It further called it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", adding that it undermines China's legitimate rights and interests.
&ldquo;This practice of the US is not in line with international trade rules, seriously undermines China&rsquo;s legitimate rights and interests, and is a typical unilateral bullying practice,&rdquo; China&rsquo;s State Council Tariff Commission said in a statement announcing its retaliatory tariffs.
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Beijing also announced controls on exports of medium and heavy rare earths, including samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium, to the US from April 4 onwards.
Moreover, China&rsquo;s Ministry of Commerce said it was adding 11 American companies to its list of "unreliable entities", essentially barring them from doing business in China or with Chinese companies.&nbsp;
"The purpose of the Chinese government's implementation of export controls on relevant items in accordance with the law is to better safeguard national security and interests, and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation," China's commerce ministry said in a statement.
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The ministry also imposed stringent limits on exports of certain rare earth elements that are mined almost exclusively in China and are used in everything from electric cars to smart bombs. &nbsp;
US President Donald Trump on April 2 announced to impose of massive "reciprocal tariffs" on several nations on "Liberation Day".&nbsp;
The US president imposed 34% tariffs on China on Wednesday, while admitting they&rsquo;re only about half of what other countries charge the US.
"We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said.
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(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World: China announced controls on exports of medium and heavy rare earths, including samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium, to the US

As countries begin to retaliate against Trump's tariffs, China on Friday (April 4) imposed 34% tariffs on all goods imported from the US starting on April 10. It further called it a "typical unilateral bullying practice", adding that it undermines China's legitimate rights and interests. “This practice of the US is not in line with international trade rules, seriously undermines China’s legitimate rights and interests, and is a typical unilateral bullying practice,” China’s State Council Tariff Commission said in a statement announcing its retaliatory tariffs. Also read: Trump’s reciprocal tariffs hit ‘tariff king’ India: Could they cost PM Modi his next term? Beijing also announced controls on exports of medium and heavy rare earths, including samarium, gadolinium, terbium, dysprosium, lutetium, scandium and yttrium, to the US from April 4 onwards. Moreover, China’s Ministry of Commerce said it was adding 11 American companies to its list of "unreliable entities", essentially barring them from doing business in China or with Chinese companies. "The purpose of the Chinese government's implementation of export controls on relevant items in accordance with the law is to better safeguard national security and interests, and to fulfill international obligations such as non-proliferation," China's commerce ministry said in a statement. Also read: Want to avoid Trump’s reciprocal tariffs? Trump himself has a ‘simple’ solution for world leaders The ministry also imposed stringent limits on exports of certain rare earth elements that are mined almost exclusively in China and are used in everything from electric cars to smart bombs. US President Donald Trump on April 2 announced to impose of massive "reciprocal tariffs" on several nations on "Liberation Day". The US president imposed 34% tariffs on China on Wednesday, while admitting they’re only about half of what other countries charge the US. "We will charge them approximately half of what they are and have been charging us," he said. Also read: Trump’s ‘kind reciprocal’ tariffs explained: See how much India, China, Japan, and others will pay. FULL LIST (With inputs from agencies)

'Typical unilateral bullying practice': China hits back at US with 34% tariffs on American goods from April 10

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