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China and Japan under pressure from Trump's tariff threats

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In this episode of Ian Bremmer’s World in :60, Ian breaks down the latest on US trade tensions, Iran’s nuclear program, and Trump’s meeting with Netanyahu.

On US tariffs, Ian says Japan and China face “radically different” situations.

As Iran cuts ties with nuclear inspectors, Ian says they’re “taking their program dark.”

On Trump’s recent meeting with Netanyahu, Ian says a Gaza ceasefire remains uncertain. Though Netanyahu nominated Trump for a Nobel Peace Prize, Ian points out, “That’s nice for Trump, but not a Gaza ceasefire.”

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