Ukraine peace deal will happen ‘fairly quickly or not at all’: Trump
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer urged US President Donald Trump to provide stronger security assurances for Ukraine and warned against making concessions to Russian President Vladimir Putin in any peace agreement. However, Trump dismissed these concerns, asserting that negotiations to end the war
Trump refuses to confirm apology to Zelensky for ‘dictator’ remark
US President Donald Trump has declined to confirm whether he will apologize to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky for calling him a “dictator” last week. During a joint press conference with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, Trump did not retract his statement but emphasized
EU chief’s India visit to push free trade agreement amid Trump tariff threat
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s visit to India, alongside 20 members of the EU College of Commissioners, is expected to accelerate negotiations on an India-EU free trade agreement (FTA). The discussions come in the wake of US President Donald Trump’s threat
Trump announces 25% tariffs on EU imports
US President Donald Trump has announced his administration’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on European Union (EU) products, including automobiles, claiming that the bloc was “formed to screw the US.” Speaking at a White House Cabinet meeting on Wednesday, Trump stated, “We have
South Korea seeks constructive solution amid Trump tariff concerns
South Korea’s Industry Minister Ahn Duk-geun expressed confidence that Seoul and Washington can find a “constructive” and “win-win” alternative as the Trump administration moves to impose new tariffs on imports. Ahn arrived in the US for discussions with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, focusing
Spanish ports monitor Trump’s tariff threats on trade
Spanish ports are keeping a close watch on the potential impact of tariff threats made by US President Donald Trump, assessing how they might affect international trade and shipping. The country’s three largest ports—Valencia, Algeciras, and Barcelona—handle a major share of Spain’s global
Trump proposes $5M immigration Gold Card
US President Donald Trump has unveiled plans for a new immigration Gold Card program, allowing companies to purchase residency privileges for $5 million for highly talented employees, offering a pathway to citizenship. Announced on Tuesday, the initiative primarily targets wealthy individuals who can
Trump praises German conservative victor
After exit polls indicated a decisive victory for Germany’s conservative alliance, US President Donald Trump celebrated the results, claiming that voters had grown tired of policies lacking “common sense.” Posting on his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote, “Looks like the Conservative
Trump fires chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff
President Donald Trump announced late Friday that U.S. Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff CQ Brown was stepping down, and he would nominate Air Force Lieutenant General Dan Caine as a replacement. “I want to thank General Charles ‘CQ’ Brown for his
Trump ‘very frustrated’ with Zelensky, says US NSA Mike Waltz
US National Security Advisor Mike Waltz said on Thursday that President Donald Trump is “very, very frustrated” with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, highlighting the growing tensions between the Trump administration and Kyiv. During a White House briefing, Waltz declined to answer whether Trump
Mexican President Sheinbaum says she does not fear Trump’s threats
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has stated that she does not fear US President Donald Trump’s threats of mass deportations, trade tariffs, and military intervention, asserting that she has the full support of the Mexican people. During her daily press conference on Wednesday, Sheinbaum
US to cut $50B from Pentagon, may fire generals
The administration of President Donald Trump is reportedly planning to cut $50 billion from the Pentagon budget and reallocate it to priority areas, including border security and missile defense. According to Military Times, Acting Deputy Secretary of Defense Robert Salesses has instructed defense
From Dhaka to Delhi, experts support Trump’s strong stance against USAID’s role in destabilizing sovereign governments
Analysts, politicians, diplomats, and strategic experts from India and its neighboring countries have backed US President Donald Trump’s criticism of USAID’s alleged involvement in influencing elections and political landscapes in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Speaking at the FII Priority Summit in Miami, Trump
Trump questions $21 million US funding for voter turnout in India
US President Donald Trump has backed the decision to cancel a $21 million grant meant for voter turnout efforts in India, questioning why such funds were allocated to a country with substantial financial resources. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago residence in Florida, Trump criticized
Russian officials in Riyadh for Trump-Putin talks
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and Presidential aide Yuri Ushakov are heading to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to meet with a US delegation, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, National Security Advisor Mike Waltz, and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff. The meeting on Tuesday
Senior Seoul trade official heads to US for talks on Trump tariffs
South Korea’s Deputy Trade Minister Park Jong-won departed for Washington on Monday to discuss new U.S. tariffs and trade policies under President Donald Trump, his office announced. During his five-day visit, Park will meet officials from the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S.
From F-35 fighter jets to doubling US-India trade: Key takeaways from the Modi-Trump meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi held bilateral talks with US President Donald Trump in Washington, DC, on Friday, discussing ways to deepen the India-US partnership across various sectors, including defense, trade, and energy. The meeting reaffirmed both leaders’ commitment to enhancing strategic collaboration and
The Modi-Trump meeting sets an ambitious roadmap for US-India relations
By Dr. Avi Verma The recent historic meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and U.S. President Donald Trump has drawn global attention, signaling a crucial chapter in Indo-U.S. relations. The discussions encompassed trade, defense, energy, technology, international security, and people-to-people ties, leading
PM Modi welcomed in Washington ahead of Trump meeting
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a warm welcome from the Indian diaspora upon his arrival in Washington on Wednesday for a high-profile meeting with re-elected US President Donald Trump. The visit aims to strengthen ties between the world’s two largest democracies. Despite chilly
Trump, Putin to meet in Saudi Arabia for Ukraine peace talks
In an effort to end the Ukraine war, US President Donald Trump has announced plans to meet Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saudi Arabia. Speaking to reporters in Washington on Wednesday after a phone call with Putin, Trump confirmed multiple planned meetings, with