The BRICS nations, including Brazil, will meet in Rio de Janeiro to denounce US President Donald Trump's punitive tariffs, which have threatened allies and rivals alike since his inauguration in January. The emerging economies, representing half the world's population and 40% of global economic output, are expected to unite over what they see as unfair import tariffs imposed by the US.
https://www.deccanchronicle.com/world/brics-nations-to-denounce-trump-tariffs-1889475China's Director of the Institute of International Affairs, Wang Yiwei, has stated that China does not want Russia to be defeated in the war against Ukraine due to concerns about losing control over Russia's nuclear arsenal and potential global threats. This is not solely driven by US pressure on Beijing, but primarily by a desire to maintain influence over Russia.
https://www.ukrinform.net/rubric-polytics/4011737-china-ready-to-coordinate-peace-efforts-on-ukraine-with-france-foreign-minister.htmlEuropean Union diplomats are considering extending the status quo to avoid potential tariff hikes with the US administration after failed trade negotiations, led by President Donald Trump's April 2 tariff rate of 10%.
https://nypost.com/2025/07/04/business/trump-says-us-to-start-notifying-trade-partners-of-tariffs-as-high-as-70/Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister Keith Rowley reaffirmed the need for comprehensive reforms in the United Nations Security Council. They agreed to support each other's bids for non-permanent seats on the council, with India supporting Trinidad and Tobago from 2027-28 and Trinidad and Tobago supporting India from 2028-29. The two countries have traditionally warm relations, established in 1962 when Trinidad and Tobago gained independence.
https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/india-trinidad-tobago-ink-six-pacts-to-expand-ties/article69775377.ecePrime Minister Narendra Modi called terrorism the enemy of humanity during his address to the Joint Assembly of Parliament in Trinidad and Tobago, urging the global community to stand united against it. He thanked the people and government of Trinidad and Tobago for their support in India's fight against terrorism. Modi emphasized the need for a united front to deny terrorism any shelter or space, as he also highlighted India's plans to develop AI tools to foster growth and development in the Global South, with Trinidad and Tobago being a priority.
https://indiatoday.in/india/story/prime-minister-narendra-urges-global-community-to-fight-against-terrorism-2751048-2025-07-04Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Trinidad and Tobago from July 3-4 at the invitation of Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar. During his visit, they issued a joint statement condemning terrorism in all its forms, acknowledging the common threat it poses to peace and security.
https://www.lokmattimes.com/international/pm-modi-trinidad-and-tobago-pm-condemn-terrorism-in-all-forms/Qatar's authorities have charged a Baha'i individual, Rowhani, under their X account, highlighting the country's efforts to erase its Baha'i community. In contrast, Egypt has denied legal recognition to its small Baha'i population since 1960, restricting their rights and freedoms. Meanwhile, in Yemen, Iranian-backed Houthi rebels have detained over 100 Baha'i followers, including Keyvan Ghaderi, who was imprisoned for four years on spying charges before being released and deported to the US, where he now lives with his family.
https://apnews.com/article/bahai-qatar-yemen-egypt-repression-iran-19919530f264fff033fd1e2f26e651f6The United Nations' Human Rights Council has adopted a resolution on the Rohingya crisis, led by the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), calling for the international community to ensure the rights and dignity of the Rohingya people are upheld in Myanmar's Rakhine state. The resolution was adopted unanimously during the 59th Session of the council on July 4.
https://www.tbsnews.net/rohingya-crisis/world-must-create-conducive-conditions-return-rohingyas-bangladesh-1181246A senior official has expressed concern over the US's use of military force against a sovereign nation, warning that it may escalate conflict and increase global hatred. The US's decision to bomb nuclear facilities in this country sets a concerning precedent, as the official fears that such actions could trigger a nuclear disaster with far-reaching consequences for the entire world.
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