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Trump threatens 50% tariffs on countries that supply Iran with weapons

It's not clear under what legal authority Trump can tack on this tariff, and analysts called it an 'empty threat'. Grouped from 3 articles across 3 sources.

3 reports3 sourcesApr 8, 2026, 9:28 PM
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Al JazeeraApr 8, 2026, 9:28 PM

Trump threatens 50% tariffs on countries that supply Iran with weapons

It's not clear under what legal authority Trump can tack on this tariff, and analysts called it an 'empty threat'.

CNBCApr 8, 2026, 3:43 PM

Trump threatens tariffs of 50% on countries 'supplying military weapons to Iran'

President Donald Trump says the U.S. will impose tariffs of 50% on goods imported to the country from any nation "supplying military weapons to Iran."

NBC NewsApr 8, 2026, 12:20 AM

War with Iran threatens global food supply chain

The war with Iran and its impact on the pivotal Strait of Hormuz has threatened the food supply due to the rising prices of oil and fertilizer. Even before the war, farmers were already feeling the pressure, with rising costs and increased bankruptcy filings. Now that economic toll is even greater. NBC News’ Allie Canal reports on the latest numbers impacting businesses and consumers alike.

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