Ukrainian forces capture Chinese soldiers, US imposes 104% tariffs on China - Tuesday brief

US imposes 104% tariff on China, White House says

The United States has raised the import tariff on Chinese goods to 104%.

The tariffs will come into effect because China did not lift its retaliation in response to US demands. As of April 9, Beijing will be subject to a 104% tariff.

Chinese citizens captured in Donetsk - Zelenskyy reveals details

Ukrainian troops have captured Chinese citizens during fighting in the Donetsk region. The soldiers managed to seize their documents and identify the individuals.

The Chinese citizens were captured near the settlements of Tarasivka and Bilohorivka, where Ukrainian troops engaged in combat with six Chinese servicemen; two of them were taken prisoner.

Musk asks Trump to reverse sweeping new tariffs - WP

The richest person in the world and a key advisor to Donald Trump spoke out directly against the American president's tariff policy. He was supported by other billionaires.

Elon Musk exploded with a stream of social media posts criticizing one of the White House's leading advisors regarding Trump's aggressive tariff plan. Musk had been communicating with that same official and made personal appeals to Trump.

US redeploying troops from Poland

The United States is redeploying its troops and equipment from Poland's Jasionka Airport, which has served as the main logistics hub for military assistance to Ukraine since 2022.

According to the department, this transition is part of a broader strategy to optimize US military operations, improve support for allies and partners, and increase efficiency.

Belgium announces major aid package for Ukraine

Belgium has announced a defense assistance package for Ukraine worth 1 billion euros (1.094 billion dollars). The issue of supplying F-16 fighter jets was also discussed.