8 July 2025: Trump's Tariff Shock, BRICS Row, China-Pak Denial, Bihar's Big Quota Move
UPDATED: Jul 8, 2025 19:13 IST
On News at 7, this 8th of July, Jamshed Qamar Siddiqui brings to you the day's most crucial headlines. U.S President Donald Trump, with the backing of the White House has accused the BRICS bloc of undermining U.S interests following their Rio summit exapansions. Donald Trump has announced new tariffs set at 25% to 40% which are likely to hit 14 countries starting August 1, while confirming that a trade deal with India is close. China has officially denied providing any military support or operational assistance to Pakistan during Operation Sindoor, responding to Indian Army Deputy Chief Lt Gen Rahul Singh's claims that Beijing shared lives inputs via satellites.
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