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EU pauses work on US trade deal as Trump's tariffs stir uncertainty

Trump moved rapidly over the weekend to replace those levies. But he has now applied a 15 percent tariff on nations around the world

EU pauses work on US trade deal as Trump's tariffs stir uncertainty
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 10:43 PM IST

Countries 'playing games' on trade deals will face more tariffs: Trump

Trump, in a series of social media posts, said he also may impose license fees on trading partners as uncertainty over his next tariff moves gripped the global economy and sent stocks lower

Countries 'playing games' on trade deals will face more tariffs: Trump
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 10:25 PM IST

Trump tariffs derailed: What it means for stocks, trade, gold and dollar

A major US Supreme Court ruling has struck down Donald Trump’s sweeping reciprocal tariffs, but a new 15% global tariff has already replaced them.

Icon YoutubeTrump tariffs derailed: What it means for stocks, trade, gold and dollar
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 8:52 PM IST

Donald Trump raises global tariffs to 15%: What Sections 122, 232, 301 mean

US President Donald Trump has raised the global baseline tariff to 15 per cent after a court setback, using older trade laws. Here's what Sections 122, 232 and 301 mean and how they allow tariffs

Donald Trump raises global tariffs to 15%: What Sections 122, 232, 301 mean
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 2:11 PM IST

EU diplomats to meet 'Board of Peace' director over Gaza's future

The European Union's top diplomats are set to meet Monday with the director of the Board of Peace in Brussels after a shaky and controversial embrace of U.S. President Donald Trump's efforts to secure and rebuild the war-ravaged Gaza Strip. Nikolay Mladenov, a former Bulgarian politician and U.N. diplomat chosen by Trump to manage the Board of Peace, will meet the EU's foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and foreign ministers from across the 27-nation bloc. The EU diplomats are also expected to discuss the war in Ukraine and fresh sanctions on Russia. Just across the Mediterranean Sea from the Middle East, the EU has deep links to Israel and the Palestinians. It now plays a crucial oversight role at the Rafah border crossing, and is the top donor to the Palestinian Authority. The question of whether to work with the Trump-led board has split national capitals from Nicosia to Copenhagen. The EU is supportive of the United Nations' mandate in Gaza. EU members Hungary and Bulgaria are fu

EU diplomats to meet 'Board of Peace' director over Gaza's future
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 11:55 AM IST

Trump considers targeted strike against Iran, followed by larger attack

The top negotiators plan to meet in Geneva on Thursday for last-ditch talks, debating a new proposal that could create an off-ramp as two carrier groups massed within striking distance of Iran

Trump considers targeted strike against Iran, followed by larger attack
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 11:02 AM IST

A 6-3 reminder to Donald Trump that trade power flows from the Congress

The US Supreme Court curbs Donald Trump's tariff powers, reaffirming congressional authority and showing how institutional checks can still restrain populist executives

A 6-3 reminder to Donald Trump that trade power flows from the Congress
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 9:47 AM IST

India, China among winners after US Supreme Court blocks Trump tariffs

China, India and Brazil are among those now seeing lower tariff rates after SC ruled that Trump's use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose duties was illegal

India, China among winners after US Supreme Court blocks Trump tariffs
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 9:28 AM IST

Xi Jinping gains leverage ahead of summit with Trump after tariff reversal

Xi's team will likely push harder for access to advanced semiconductors, removal of trade restrictions on Chinese companies and reduced US support for Taiwan

Xi Jinping gains leverage ahead of summit with Trump after tariff reversal
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 8:45 AM IST

Donald Trump may turn to old trade laws after Supreme Court tariff blow

With the Supreme Court striking down Trump's use of IEEPA for tariffs, the former president may rely on older trade statutes to revive tariff action. Each carries implications for India

Donald Trump may turn to old trade laws after Supreme Court tariff blow
Updated On : 23 Feb 2026 | 8:09 AM IST

US SC ruling on Trump's tariffs: A China worry for India's iPhone exports

The tax now has been declared "illegal" by the US Supreme Court

US SC ruling on Trump's tariffs: A China worry for India's iPhone exports
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 11:28 PM IST

US Secret Service kills man attempting to unlawfully enter Trump's resort

The man was carrying what appeared to be a shotgun and a fuel can, the agency said, adding that he was observed at the resort's north gate around 1:30 a.m. EST (0630 GMT)

US Secret Service kills man attempting to unlawfully enter Trump's resort
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 10:38 PM IST

Tariffs run into legal troubles but will remain at core of Trump's agenda

The US Supreme Court's tariff ruling dents Donald Trump's leverage, reshaping global trade talks and placing India in a relatively stronger negotiating position

Tariffs run into legal troubles but will remain at core of Trump's agenda
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 10:27 PM IST

US tariff uncertainty: Auto, medtech exporters on wait-and-watch mode

Indian auto and medical device exporters adopt wait-and-watch approach as US tariff shifts and refund uncertainty cloud shipment decisions

US tariff uncertainty: Auto, medtech exporters on wait-and-watch mode
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 9:36 PM IST

Tariff ruling limits Trump's leverage, uncertainty stays for trade partners

US Supreme Court curbs Trump's sweeping tariff powers, but new levies and trade probes keep global partners and businesses on edge

Tariff ruling limits Trump's leverage, uncertainty stays for trade partners
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 7:38 PM IST

Xi gains leverage before Trump summit after US' Supreme Court's ruling

Xi heads into Trump summit with stronger leverage after US Supreme Court strikes down emergency China tariffs, shifting trade dynamics

Xi gains leverage before Trump summit after US' Supreme Court's ruling
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 7:20 PM IST

Trump's threatened strikes to push Iran nuclear deal risk backfiring

The Pentagon has orchestrated a massive deployment to the region that includes two aircraft carriers, fighter jets and refueling planes, giving Trump the option to launch operations against Iran

Trump's threatened strikes to push Iran nuclear deal risk backfiring
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 10:26 AM IST

Indian-American lawyer Neal Katyal challenges Trump's 15% global tariff

This scrutiny arises in the immediate aftermath of a landmark Supreme Court ruling that struck down most of Trump's previous sweeping tariff measures

Indian-American lawyer Neal Katyal challenges Trump's 15% global tariff
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 9:07 AM IST

Trump sends 'great hospital boat' to Greenland to support local healthcare

This humanitarian move follows the President's December appointment of Landry to act as a special envoy to the Arctic territory

Trump sends 'great hospital boat' to Greenland to support local healthcare
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 8:26 AM IST

Trump's treasured negotiating edge dulled by Supreme Court's tariff ruling

The blow comes amid a perilous stretch for White House, with Trump facing criticism over his threats to acquire Greenland, violent actions by immigration officers and the fallout from Epstein files

Trump's treasured negotiating edge dulled by Supreme Court's tariff ruling
Updated On : 22 Feb 2026 | 7:30 AM IST