Trump orders punitive 25 percent
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Trump orders punitive 25 percent tariffs on countries that trade with Iran

Effective immediately, punitive tariffs of 25 percent will be imposed on all countries that trade with Iran.

This was stated by US President Donald Trump on Truth Social.

"This order is definitely final," he wrote.

Among Iran's largest trading partners are China, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates, according to AFP.

The announcement of tariffs comes at the same time as Trump is said to be considering how the United States can and should punish Iran after demonstrations critical of the government were violently suppressed.

"Airstrikes would be one of many, many options being considered," White House press secretary Karolina Leavitt said.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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