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Tensions Rise as Cuba Reports Deadly Clash With Florida-Based Speedboat

  Vice President JD Vance came to the Capitol to break the tie, meaning he vote was 51-50 for a Republican point of order to dismiss the war powers resolution. Cuba has reported a deadly confrontation off its northern coast, saying its forces killed four people aboard a Florida‑registered speedboat that allegedly opened fire on Cuban border troops. According to Cuba’s Interior Ministry, the vessel was detected roughly one nautical mile northeast of the El Pino canal in Cayo Falcones before the encounter escalated.  When Cuban Border Guard officers approached the boat for identification, those on board reportedly began shooting, injuring the commander of the Cuban patrol vessel. Cuban forces returned fire, killing four and wounding six others, who were later evacuated for medical treatment.  The incident comes at a moment of heightened tension between Cuba and the United States, with officials still working to determine the identities and motives of those aboard the spe...

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Trump's Bold Tariff Threat to BRIC Nations: A Move to Protect the U.S. Dollar


In a recent statement, President-elect Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to the BRIC bloc of nations, threatening a 100% tariff on their goods if they take any actions to undermine the U.S. dollar. The BRIC alliance, which includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates, has been exploring ways to reduce their reliance on the U.S. dollar in global trade.

Trump's declaration comes amid growing discussions among BRIC nations about creating a new currency to challenge the dollar's dominance. This move, known as de-dollarization, aims to establish alternative trading channels and potentially implement a single currency for intra-BRIC trade. Trump, known for his protectionist stance, emphasized that any attempt to weaken the U.S. dollar would be met with swift and decisive action.

The BRIC nations collectively account for a significant portion of the world's GDP and population, making their economic policies highly influential on the global stage. Trump's proposed tariffs could have major economic consequences, potentially raising costs for American businesses and consumers while escalating international trade tensions.

As the world watches, the future of the U.S. dollar's dominance and the potential impact of Trump's tariff threats remain uncertain. The geopolitical landscape continues to evolve, with the BRIC nations seeking to assert their economic independence and the U.S. striving to maintain its financial supremacy.

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