Canada PM Carney declares trade war with US amid ongoing tariff dispute

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has declared that Canada is effectively 'at war' with the United States over trade. The statement comes amid escalating tensions stemming from tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Canadian goods. Carney's remarks signal a hardening of Canada's position as bilateral trade negotiations remain contentious. The dispute reflects broader strains in the longstanding US-Canada trade relationship.

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