- President Trump announced a 25% tariff on countries conducting business with Iran.
- The tariffs target Iran's major trade partners, including China, UAE, and Turkey.
- The move follows widespread protests in Iran and comes as the US considers military options, although diplomatic efforts are also being explored.
A: Hey! Did you hear about the news coming from the US?
B: No, what happened? Tell me!
A: Okay, so President Trump, you know, the one from a few years ago... he's back in power.
B: Oh wow, really? What's he doing now?
A: He’s putting a big tariff, like a tax, on countries that trade with Iran. 25%! That's a lot!
B: Seriously? Who trades with Iran a lot?
A: China, the UAE, Turkey… and they're getting close to Russia too, I think.
B: That’s quite a few big players. Why is he doing this?
A: There are protests happening in Iran right now. It's getting pretty serious.
B: So he's trying to pressure Iran because of the protests? Is he going to fight them?
A: Well, his people are talking about… airstrikes! It's a bit scary, right?
B: Whoa! That’s intense. But isn’t there some talk about trying to talk things out first?
A: Yeah, some people around him, like the Vice President, want to try diplomacy first.
B: So, he's going to meet with his advisors tomorrow to decide what to do?
A: Exactly! It’s a complicated situation. Fingers crossed for peace, huh?
B: Definitely! It’s a lot to take in.
- The tariffs target Iran's major trade partners, including China, UAE, and Turkey.
- The move follows widespread protests in Iran and comes as the US considers military options, although diplomatic efforts are also being explored.
A: Hey! Did you hear about the news coming from the US?
B: No, what happened? Tell me!
A: Okay, so President Trump, you know, the one from a few years ago... he's back in power.
B: Oh wow, really? What's he doing now?
A: He’s putting a big tariff, like a tax, on countries that trade with Iran. 25%! That's a lot!
B: Seriously? Who trades with Iran a lot?
A: China, the UAE, Turkey… and they're getting close to Russia too, I think.
B: That’s quite a few big players. Why is he doing this?
A: There are protests happening in Iran right now. It's getting pretty serious.
B: So he's trying to pressure Iran because of the protests? Is he going to fight them?
A: Well, his people are talking about… airstrikes! It's a bit scary, right?
B: Whoa! That’s intense. But isn’t there some talk about trying to talk things out first?
A: Yeah, some people around him, like the Vice President, want to try diplomacy first.
B: So, he's going to meet with his advisors tomorrow to decide what to do?
A: Exactly! It’s a complicated situation. Fingers crossed for peace, huh?
B: Definitely! It’s a lot to take in.
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Trump announced 25% tariffs on countries (China, UAE, Turkey) trading with Iran, amid ongoing protests. US considering options, including military action, alongside diplomatic efforts. #Iran #Tariffs #Trump
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Category ID: listed_summary
URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20260113_09/#summary
Date: Jan. 13, 2026
Notes: NHK News Summary - 2026-01-13
Created: 2026/01/13 12:40
Updated: 2026/01/13 13:44
Last Read: 2026/01/13 13:44