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Territorial Disputes Dominate Geneva Peace Talks

US President Donald Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, US Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll sit before closed-door talks with Head of the Office of the President of Ukraine Andriy Yermak  (not pictured) on ending Russia's war in Ukraine, at the US Mission in Geneva, Switzerland. Negotiators from Russia and Ukraine convened in Geneva for a new round of U.S.-mediated peace talks, with territorial disputes emerging as the central point of contention. The discussions, held over two days, come amid heightened pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump, who has urged Kyiv to “come to the table fast” in pursuit of a settlement.  Both sides remain deeply divided over land claims, which have become the primary obstacle to progress. The Kremlin has signaled that territorial issues will dominate the agenda, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has voiced concerns that Kyiv is facing disproportionate p...

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Hollywood Faces Uncertain Future as Trump Announces 100% Tariff on Foreign Films

 

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the global film industry, President Donald Trump has announced a 100% tariff on all movies produced outside the United States. The decision, revealed via his Truth Social platform, is aimed at revitalizing the American movie industry, which he claims is "dying a very fast death" due to foreign incentives luring productions away from Hollywood.  

Trump has authorized the Department of Commerce and the U.S. Trade Representative to begin implementing the tariff immediately. However, details on how the policy will be enforced remain unclear, leaving industry insiders scrambling to assess its potential impact.  

The announcement has sparked concern and confusion among filmmakers, particularly those involved in international productions. Many Hollywood blockbusters, including franchises like Mission: Impossible and Avatar, rely on overseas locations for filming. The tariff could significantly increase costs for studios and disrupt ongoing projects.  

Critics argue that the move could harm rather than help the U.S. film industry, as it may discourage international collaboration and limit the diversity of films available to American audiences. Meanwhile, supporters believe it could encourage more domestic production and bring jobs back to Hollywood.  

As the industry awaits further clarification, one thing is certain—Trump’s latest trade policy has ignited a fierce debate over the future of filmmaking in America.  



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