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Moving iPhone production to the US will triple its cost due to labor costs and the reproduction of the production ecosystem. Apple shares fell due to concerns about duties.

The SBU interrogated two Chinese citizens captured in the Donetsk region. They told how they were recruited into the Russian army and about their first combat mission.

US President Donald Trump announced a 90-day pause in tariffs, explaining that he needed flexibility because people were a little scared.

The President of Ukraine stated that more than 150 Chinese citizens are fighting against Ukraine as part of the Russian army. One of the captured Chinese men said that a Ukrainian soldier saved his life.

Donald Trump announced an increase in tariffs on goods from China to 125%. He also announced a 90-day pause on the introduction of new US tariffs and a reduction in mutual tariffs by 10%.

Ukraine will diplomatically bring information to China regarding the participation of their citizens in the war on the side of the Russian Federation. The SBU is already conducting procedural actions with captured Chinese citizens.

The Indian government has approved the purchase of 26 Rafale naval fighters from France. The agreement also provides for the maintenance of 36 fighters purchased by India in 2016.

The US will increase its military presence in the western Pacific with Replicator combat drones. The program remains a key focus of the Pentagon.

China has reduced car exports to Russia by almost 50% due to Russians' expectations of the return of foreign brands. Now the main export destinations are Mexico and the UAE.

Asian countries are responding to US tariffs, protecting their financial interests. Japan is negotiating, South Korea is providing support to automakers, India is cutting rates.

China will increase additional tariffs on American imports from 34% to 84% from April 10. This is a response to new US restrictions, which provide for tariffs of 104% on Chinese imports.

The US is strengthening cooperation with Panama to protect the canal from threats from China. China has criticized the US statements, accusing them of hegemonism and seeking to control the canal.

In the first quarter of 2025, the deficit in Ukraine's foreign trade in goods increased by 43%, reaching $8. 6 billion. The trade turnover amounted to $28.4 billion, imports – $18.5 billion, exports – $9.9 billion.

China has vowed to take measures to protect its rights and interests after the US imposed a 104% duty. Beijing is ready to fight to the end if the US insists on its pressure.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of China has stated that it is verifying information regarding two citizens who were captured in Ukraine.

The US State Department has expressed concern about captured Chinese citizens who fought on the side of the Russian Federation. China supplies Russia with 80% of dual-use goods needed for the war.

Oil prices fell to their lowest level since February 2021 due to concerns about demand amid the US-China trade war. An oil surplus is expected in the market due to increased OPEC+ production.

Apple Inc. shares fell to their lowest level since May 2024 due to concerns about US and Chinese tariffs. Apple's market capitalization fell to $2.59 trillion.

The introduction of US duties against the EU and China is an invitation to negotiations. Possible EU duties against the US will be a lever of pressure, not real intentions.

Donald Trump has introduced super-high import duties for a number of countries. According to him, world leaders are ready for anything to conclude trade agreements with the United States.

Donald Trump has announced the introduction of tariffs on the import of pharmaceutical products into the United States. This should encourage pharmaceutical companies to move production to the country.

New trade restrictions with ultra-high duties of 104% on Chinese imports have entered into force in the US. Financial markets have reacted with a fall in indices and currencies in Asia.

On the evening of April 8, a large-scale fire occurred in a nursing home in the city of Chengde. At least 20 people died, the causes of the fire are being investigated.

Elon Musk again criticized White House adviser Peter Navarro, calling him ignorant for statements about Tesla's production. The White House allowed "sparring", acknowledging different views.

Almost 70 countries have approached the United States regarding negotiations on new tariffs introduced by Trump. The White House stated that Trump will make deals if they are beneficial to American workers.

The White House stated that additional duties of 104% against China have entered into force. This happened because Beijing did not cancel its retaliatory measures, as the US demanded.

On April 7, Russian special services carried out a large-scale cyberattack on the War&Sanctions portal. 56 million requests were made in half an hour, but the DIU successfully repelled the attack.

The National Security and Defense Council stated that Chinese mercenaries are part of the Russian army, which casts doubt on China's neutrality. Zelenskyi instructed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to contact Beijing to clarify the circumstances.

Oil supplies from Russia fell to 3. 23 million barrels per day. Moscow bypasses sanctions by delivering oil to India and China, reloading it from ship to ship.

Ukraine summoned China's chargé d'affaires over the participation of Chinese citizens in the war on the side of Russia. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs emphasized that this undermines trust in Beijing and casts doubt on their position on peace.