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Hi, I'm Kim Vinnell in Whanganui, New Zealand.

It's Tuesday, January 13th.

Today, Trump threatens countries doing business with Iran with a 25% tariff.

Mark Kelly sues Pete Hegsep for trying to drop his military rank.

The Supreme Court takes up the battle over trans athletes in school sports.

And France's Marine Le Pen appeals her corruption conviction.

This is Reuters World News, bringing you everything you need to know from the front lines in 10 minutes, seven days a week.

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President Donald Trump is ratcheting up 25% tariffs on any country that does business with Iran.

The move posted on Truth Social comes as Iran continues its deadly crackdown on protesters.

Hundreds have been killed as Iran aims to quell outcry in the country.

White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt says the Trump administration is in communication with Tehran, despite the Islamic Republic's attempt to suppress the demonstrations.

One of Trump's options is military strikes.

But as our White House reporter Steve Holland explains, that's not the only option.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly is suing Pete Hegseth, saying the defense secretary violated his free speech rights.