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UK’s Refusal to Allow U.S. Iran Strike Plans Sparks Diplomatic Fallout

                                                       British PM Keir Starmer and US President Donald A growing diplomatic rift has emerged between London and Washington after the United Kingdom declined a U.S. request to use RAF bases for potential military strikes on Iran. British officials reportedly argued that authorizing such operations could breach international law, prompting Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s government to block access to key facilities, including RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire. The decision has reportedly angered President Donald Trump, who has been weighing military options amid rising tensions with Tehran. Several outlets note that the dispute has spilled into other areas of U.S.–UK cooperation, including disagreements over the future of the joint base at Diego Garcia and Trump’s withdrawal of sup...

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Trump Proposes New Agency to Collect Foreign Revenue

 


In a recent announcement, President-elect Donald Trump revealed plans to establish a new government agency called the External Revenue Service. This agency aims to collect tariffs, duties, and other revenues from foreign sources. Trump stated that this move is intended to shift the tax burden away from American citizens and onto foreign entities that benefit from trade with the United States.

The announcement has sparked significant debate. Supporters argue that it will ensure foreign companies pay their fair share, while critics warn that it could lead to increased costs for American consumers and potential retaliation from trade partners. The specifics of how this new agency will operate remain unclear, and it is uncertain whether it will replace existing functions performed by agencies like U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Trump's proposal has also drawn criticism from some lawmakers, who view it as a rebranding effort that could result in a multi-trillion-dollar tax hike on American families and small businesses. As the inauguration approaches, the details and potential impacts of this new agency will be closely watched.


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