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This is AP News Minute.
Amid an escalating trade war between the US and China, Beijing promptly retaliated against the US's move shortly after midnight. The Trump administration imposed a 25% tariff on 34 billion dollars of imports from China. Beijing responded with duties on an equal amount of American products.
Vice President Mike Pence defended federal immigration authorities charged with detaining and deporting migrants entering the country illegally. He accused Democrats of making opposition to US immigration and custom enforcement central to their party.
Fans of Belgium's World Cup team erupted in celebration as their team reached the semifinals for the first time in 32 years. They eliminated five-time champion Brazil on Friday. Belgium will face France in the semifinals on Tuesday in St. Petersburg.
Deep in the Perm region of Russia, hot air balloons are taking to the skies for the International Festival of Aeronautics. The festival also includes competitive ballooning.
Noreen Nasir, the Associated Press, with AP News Minute.
