NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is warning that major economies like Brazil, China, and India could face serious consequences if they continue trading with Russia, as the U.S. steps up pressure with fresh sanctions and weapons support for Ukraine.
His remarks came during meetings with U.S. lawmakers, a day after President Donald Trump announced 100% tariffs on Russian export buyers unless a peace deal is reached within 50 days.
"My encouragement to these three countries, particularly is, if you live now in Beijing, or in Delhi, or you are the president of Brazil, you might want to take a look into this, because this might hit you very hard," Rutte told reporters.
Rutte also noted that Europe is committed to financing weapons for Ukraine, while the U.S. will lead in providing military support—including air defense, missiles, and ammunition.
He added that both defensive and offensive weapons are on the table, though specific systems are still being reviewed by military officials.
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One person has died as a result of a wildfire in the Aude region in southern France near the Spanish border, the local authority said on Wednesday.
Indonesia is redirecting shrimp exports to China after new U.S. tariffs of 19% froze orders from its top buyer, risking a 30% drop in sales and one million jobs. The $1.7 billion industry faces steep losses as exporters scramble to find alternative markets.
Spain has decided to drop its plans to purchase F-35 fighter jets from U.S. defence contractor Lockheed Martin, according to a report by El Pais on Wednesday, citing unnamed government sources.
A new trade deal between the U.S. and EU has triggered backlash in Germany, with officials warning it threatens free trade and endangers tens of thousands of jobs.
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