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Trump's tariffs expose Ukraine's steel industry to another war

The Zaporizhstal Iron and Steelworks, one of Ukraine's largest plants, is threatened by daily battles as it provides materials for military and foreign manufacturers, with Russian troops only 40 kilometers away.
Trump's tariffs of at least 25% on imported steel and aluminum threaten Ukraine's steel industry, which is vital for its economy and military supplies, as reported by the Ukrainian Steel Association.
Ukrainian Economy Minister Yulia Svyrydenko expressed willingness to negotiate with U.S. Officials to maintain steel market access, emphasizing that Ukraine's steel exports represent only 0.81% of U.S. Imports.
The steel industry's contribution to Ukraine's gross domestic product has nearly halved since the start of the invasion, highlighting its precarious situation.

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