Jota was a key figure at Liverpool FC, scoring 65 goals since his 2020 arrival from Wolves. He helped the club win the 2024–25 Premier League, as well as domestic cups. Internationally, he earned 49 caps and won two UEFA Nations League titles with Portugal.

He had married Rute Cardoso just 11 days earlier and leaves behind three young children.

Liverpool FC, UEFA, and the football world mourn the sudden loss of a player known for his tenacity, humility, and heart.

“He will never walk alone,” said former manager Jürgen Klopp.

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Washington, D.C. – May 26, 2025 — In a move aimed at de-escalating transatlantic trade tensions, President Donald Trump has agreed to delay the implementation of a 50% tariff on European Union imports, extending the current trade negotiations deadline to July 9, 2025.

The announcement followed a phone conversation between President Trump and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. Describing the exchange as a “very nice call,” Trump praised von der Leyen’s renewed commitment to achieving a “fair and reciprocal” trade arrangement. The EU leader echoed that sentiment, emphasizing Brussels’ readiness to accelerate negotiations over the coming weeks.

Tariff Threat Temporarily Averted

The tariff, originally scheduled to take effect on June 1, had threatened to ignite a full-blown trade war between two of the world’s largest economic blocs. The Trump administration had cited longstanding trade imbalances, particularly in the automotive and agricultural sectors, as justification for the drastic measure.

In response to U.S. tariffs earlier this year—including a 25% levy on foreign-made cars and a 20% blanket tariff on EU goods—the European Union had prepared retaliatory tariffs. However, those countermeasures were suspended during a temporary 90-day negotiation period set to expire in early July.

Markets React Positively

News of the extension sent ripples through global financial markets. European stocks rallied sharply, the euro strengthened modestly, and oil prices climbed amid easing fears of an economic slowdown.

“This delay buys crucial time,” said Amélie Rousseau, a senior analyst at BNP Paribas. “But if both sides fail to make significant progress by July, markets could face renewed volatility.”

Political and Economic Stakes

The Trump administration has framed its trade posture as part of a broader “America First” economic strategy. While the president claims his tough stance has brought trading partners to the table, critics argue it risks isolating the U.S. and destabilizing global commerce.

EU officials are reportedly seeking concessions on steel and aluminum duties, as well as greater access to U.S. agricultural markets. Washington, meanwhile, is pressing for reductions in EU subsidies and improved terms for American tech firms.

Looking Ahead

With the new July 9 deadline looming, both parties face mounting pressure to strike a deal that will forestall a damaging escalation. Observers expect intensified diplomatic activity in the coming weeks, with additional bilateral meetings and working-level talks already underway.

“The clock is ticking,” von der Leyen said in a statement released Monday. “But I believe there is a path forward—if both sides show flexibility and goodwill.”

Whether that optimism translates into a tangible agreement remains to be seen.

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The Position of the African People’s Union on the decades-long and ongoing xenophobia in South Africa:

Whereas it has come to the notice of the people of Africa that blacks in South Africa still live in apartheid-like conditions, in ghettos called ‘townships.’

Whereas it is realized that in spite of South Africa’s booming economy there are limited opportunities for blacks, leading to animalistic competition.

Whereas it is understood that the ‘townships’ ghettos for blacks lacks reasonable security for life and property.

Whereas we do realize that xenophobia in South Africa was initiated as government policy of the ANC since 2002.

Whereas we do recognize that the subhuman style of mass deportations of migrant foreign workers since 1994 bearing all brutality and insolence of colonial operations deployed against blacks during apartheid, directly contributed to the development of systemic xenophobia in nation. *Lindela.

Whereas we do recognize that the “community policing” and spying provision in the 2002 Immigration act adopted by the ANC in 2005 directly promotes and endorses xenophobia.

To This Effect:

The African people’s Union expects the South African government to review its Immigration laws towards protecting and not persecuting foreigners.

We expect the South African government to act to protect foreign nationals in the state.

We expect the South African government to act to protect South African blacks in the townships.

We expect the South African government to provide real opportunities for African blacks in the townships.

The African People’s Union Resolves:

To embark on widespread citizen economic sanctions against the South African government and corporate business interests via citizen boycotts.

To continue to promote citizen sanctions against the Pretoria government and South African big Corp. until there is actual policy change and real effort to improve the living conditions in the townships and the security of lives and property of citizens and foreigners is treated as high priority.

To this effect, all Africans and friends of Africa are encouraged to boycott South African big Corp. products and South African government operations:

Boycott their MTN phone networks

Boycott South African Airlines

Boycott South Africa’s DSTV

Boycott ShopRite stores

Dr. Peregrino Brimah;

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