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Washington, January 20, 2026: US President Donald Trump has issued a sharp warning to France, saying his administration could impose a 200 per cent tariff on French wines and champagnes after Paris declined to join his proposed ‘Board of Peace’ initiative aimed at resolving global conflicts. Responding to questions from reporters, Trump took a swipe at French President Emmanuel Macron over France’s reported decision to stay out of the initiative. He suggested that economic pressure could force a change in stance, claiming that steep tariffs on French exports might prompt Paris to reconsider its position. Sources close to Macron confirmed…