Politics

The U.S. Trade Representative's office has reinstated 352 expired product exclusions from Section 301 tariffs on Chinese imports. The exclusions cover industrial components, car parts, chemicals, and consumer goods, effective retroactively from Oct. 12, 2021, through Dec. 31, 2022.

The United States has imposed fresh sanctions on Russia, targeting dozens of defense companies, hundreds of parliament members, and the chief executive of Russia's largest bank. The move aims to increase pressure on Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine.

Poland's Internal Security Agency ordered the expulsion of 45 Russians identified as intelligence officers operating under diplomatic cover, challenging their presence as a threat to national security.

Russian President Vladimir Putin declared that nations considered unfriendly must now pay for natural gas in rubles, criticizing Western asset freezes and challenging existing payment currencies. This move challenges traditional international payment methods and signals Russia's economic response to ongoing geopolitical tensions.

British inflation reached a 30-year high of 6.2% in February, driven by significant increases in household energy bills and petrol prices. The Office for National Statistics reports the rise exceeds economists' expectations, creating additional strain on household finances and putting pressure on the government to provide economic relief.

Polish President Andrzej Duda draws parallels between Russia's bombing of Mariupol and Nazi destruction of Warsaw, as over 3.5 million Ukrainian refugees flee to neighboring countries amid ongoing conflict.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau secured a political agreement with the New Democratic Party to maintain his government's functionality until 2025. The deal allows Liberals to govern with support from NDP, who will back legislation in exchange for progress on pharmaceutical and dental care plans, without Cabinet representation.

European Union countries accused Russian forces of war crimes in Ukraine, focusing on civilian casualties in Mariupol. German Foreign Minister Baerbock called the attacks on infrastructure "clearly war crimes," while EU foreign policy chief Borrell described the situation as a "massive war crime."

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British PM Boris Johnson argues Russia's invasion of Ukraine is a critical turning point, suggesting Putin fears a potential pro-democracy revolution. He emphasizes the importance of preventing Russian success to protect global democratic principles and prevent an "age of intimidation."