Canada has retaliated against new US tariffs, prompting a sharp response from President Donald Trump, according to RFI. The French broadcaster reports that Trump declared "Ça suffit!" — French for "Enough!" — as the trade dispute escalates between the two neighbors.
The move marks a significant escalation in tensions that have been building since the US imposed duties on Canadian goods. RFI's coverage indicates that Canada's countermeasures were swift and direct, though the specific products targeted by either side were not detailed in the initial report.
The confrontation has drawn broader attention, with multiple outlets framing it as the start of a full-blown commercial conflict. Le Devoir, a Canadian publication, reported that the country is prepared for a total trade war. Meanwhile, l'Opinion analyzed why Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has adopted a combative stance against Trump, suggesting the dispute has moved beyond simple tariff negotiations.
In a speech covered by Le Grand Continent, Carney spoke at length about resisting what he described as the "vassalisation" of Canada — a term implying subjugation to US interests. His rhetoric signals that Ottawa views this not merely as a trade disagreement but as a fundamental test of national sovereignty.
Courrier international noted that the United States is threatening to raise tariffs further in response to Canada's actions, indicating that neither side appears ready to back down. The cycle of retaliation and counter-retaliation shows no immediate signs of slowing.
The coming days will likely reveal whether either government is willing to step back from the brink, or if the dispute will expand to affect more sectors of the North American economy.
