Xi Jinping warns ‘no winners’ from Trump trade war as he heads to Vietnam

INTRO: Chinese President Xi Jinping says "protectionism will lead nowhere" in an article published in a Vietnamese newspaper as he kicked off a three-nation trip to Southeast Asia.

He also urged Vietnam to cooperate in preserving global supply chains amid disruptions caused by U.S. tariffs Laura Westbrook reports.

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Pentagon fires Greenland military commander over Vance criticism

The US military has removed the commander of a military base in Greenland after she reportedly sent an email distancing herself from Vice President JD Vance's remarks on his visit in March.

The Trump administration is leading a controversial push to take over the semi-autonomous island, which belongs to Denmark.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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​US consumer confidence plunges as fears about a trade war and recession intensify

Fears about a trade war, recession and job losses have sent US consumer confidence plunging, down 11% in April. It's now sitting lower than it did during the Great Recession. Toni Waterman has more

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Trump administration should share plans to return Maryland man wrongly deported

The Supreme Court says the U.S. government has to return a man who was mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison, claiming he is a member of a gang.

According to a 2019 ruling, Kilmar Abrego Garcia is a Salvadoran who should have been protected from being sent back due to threats by gangs. Caroline Malone reports.

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ISLAMABAD CONTINUES ITS CRACKDOWN ON AFGHAN REFUGEES

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With deportations of Afghan refugees accelerating, the Pakistani government says it will suspend support for those awaiting relocation to other countries until April 30th.

This has led to the sharp criticism from human rights organizations like Amnesty International, leading to the launch of the #UndoTheDeadline campaign.

Hira Mustafa reports.

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US: SPANISH FAMILY AND PILOT KILLED IN HUDSON RIVER HELICOPTER CRASH

The victims of the Hudson River helicopter crash in New York were members of a Spanish family on a sightseeing tour of the city's harbor.

All five family members, along with the pilot, died in the crash—marking the latest aviation tragedy in the United States.

Mitch McCann reports:

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US envoy Witkoff in Russia for Ukraine peace push

The Trump administration's envoy Steve Witkoff has travelled to Moscow
as part of efforts to end the war in Ukraine.

The White House has not confirmed if he'll meet with Russian President
Vladimir Putin. [PLEASE CHECK AS THIS MIGHT CHANGE!]

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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Israel, Egypt exchange draft proposals aimed at reaching hostage deal - reports

Israel and Egypt have reportedly exchanged draft documents that could pave the way for a new ceasefire in Gaza. 

From Tel Aviv, Trent Murray has more. 

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RADIO: EQUATEUR BOAT ACCIDENT

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The death toll from a boat accident in the northwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo has risen to 50 with several people still reported missing. The boat capsized on the Congo River on Tuesday with 100 people onboard. Chris Ocamringa has more from Kinshasa...

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NATO plan for Ukraine support

Defense ministers from 30 countries will gather on Friday at NATO headquarters in Brussels to plan a new support force for Ukraine.

But questions remain about U.S. involvement in Ukraine's future security.

Pablo Gutierrez reports.

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China calls on EU to "work together" over US tariff response

The Chinese President has called on the European Union to join in "resisting coercion" as trade tensions grow between Beijing and Washington.

Xi Jinping was speaking on Friday after China raised its own tariffs on US goods to 125%.

Ross Cullen reports.

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Japan's Nikkei slumps amid mounting trade war concerns

Japan's Nikkei slumped on Friday as investors' worries mount over the economic fallout from the escalating US-China trade war.

The Nikkei was down more than 4 per cent in morning trade, while South Korean and Australian stocks also declined.

Rebecca Bundhun reports.

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India looking to expedite US trade talks to make the most of 90 day US tariff pause

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India is reportedly hoping to utilize the 90 day reciprocal tariff reprieve to secure a trade deal with the United States.

The two sides had agreed to conclude a pact by autumn this year but analysts say securing an early deal could calm business sentiments and the markets in India.

Ishan Garg has more from New Delhi.

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US stocks fall as Trump confirms 145% tariffs on China

U.S. stocks fell on Thursday as President Trump clarified that he had raised tariffs on Chinese goods by a total of 145 percent.

It comes as new inflation data shows that U.S. inflation eased more than expected in March but economists suggest this is likely to be a temporary reprieve before tariffs take effect.

Kate Fisher reports from Washington

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A top-tier Pakistani delegation is set to visit Washington soon

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Pakistan says it plans to send a high-powered delegation to Washington in the coming days to negotiate on tariffs - amid a 90 day suspension in their implementation. 

Islamabad's fragile economy is particularly vulnerable - and the government says it is actively formulating strategies to circumvent the worst effects

Hira Mustafa has more. 

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Search ends for survivors of Dominican Republic nightclub collapse

Authorities in the Dominican Republic have called off the search for survivors following the roof collapse at a popular nightclub that killed more than two hundred people.

Investigators are still trying to determine the cause of the incident.

Ira Spitzer reports.

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Another alert from the UN over dwindling food stocks in Gaza

The United Nations says two-thirds of the Gaza Strip is now designated
as "no-go" zones by the Israeli military and has been placed under
displacement orders.
This as the world body grapples with dwindling humanitarian supplies
and the ongoing bombardment of the strip.
Fears are now mounting that essential food and medical supplies will
soon run dry.
Jody Jacobs reports from the United Nations in New York.

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​Inflation eases to 2.4% in March, but Trump tariffs could spell trouble ahead

Inflation in the US unexpectedly cooled in March to 2.4% - with monthly consumer prices dropping for the first time in nearly five years. But the data pre-dates President Donald Trump's sweeping new tariffs - which economists say will drive prices higher. Toni Waterman has more

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US citizen jailed for Ukraine donation freed by Moscow

A US-Russian citizen who was jailed in Russia for donating money to a
Ukrainian charity has been freed in a prisoner swap.

Ksenia Karelina transferred $51 to the organization that Moscow
claimed was raising funds to provide arms to the Ukrainian military.

Nick Harper reports from Washington.

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UK FTSE 100 JUMPS ON NEWS OF TEMPORARY TARIFF REDUCTIONS ON REST OF WORLD

The UK's FTSE 100 had its best morning since Pfizer and BioNTech announced they had created an effective Covid-19 vaccine in 2020.

But it's left the market way down since before US President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs were imposed.

Stuart Smith has more from London.

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