Colombia announced it will resume coal exports to Israel, lifting restrictions imposed in August 2024, i24 News reported.

U.S. 50% tariffs on Canadian imports took effect Saturday and Ottawa has threatened reciprocal measures. Tariffs on imports mean some costs will be borne by U.S. importers and are likely to lift consumer prices; targeted retaliation — possibly against autos — could further pressure manufacturing and inflation. Analysts warn the policy’s unpredictability and risk of tit-for-tat escalation could cut investment and slow activity for firms operating on the U.S.-Canada border. The administration eased beef import tariffs this week, effectively acknowledging trade policy has pushed up domestic prices. Separately, U.S. gross debt hit $40 tln this week, adding market stress and pushing Treasury yields higher, while the Iran conflict is lifting fuel costs and weighing on global growth.

Zelenskiy said Russia seeks to mobilize an additional 300,000 troops this year after the September elections.