Trump Announces 50% Tariffs on Nations Supplying Weapons to Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump announced on April 8, 2026, that any nation providing military weapons to Iran would face immediate 50% tariffs. The declaration, made via his Truth Social account, specifies that these duties will apply to all goods sold to the United States, with no exemptions or exclusions. This significant economic measure was revealed one day after an agreement for a two-week ceasefire with Tehran had been reached.