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
US Secretary of State Rubio in Riyadh for Gaza and Ukraine talks
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived in Riyadh for talks with Saudi officials, focusing on a controversial US proposal for Gaza. This visit marks Rubio’s first Middle East tour as the top US diplomat. Rubio’s trip to Saudi Arabia follows US President
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
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
Trump Claims ‘US Authority’ to Take Gaza as He Hosts Jordan’s King
Former US President Donald Trump told reporters at the White House that he believes the US “will have Gaza,” citing “US authority” as the basis for claiming the enclave. “We’re going to have it, we’re going to keep it, and we’re going to
‘All hell will break out,’ Trump warns if Israeli hostages are not freed by Saturday
US President Donald Trump on Monday warned that “all hell will break out” if Hamas does not release the remaining hostages by Saturday at 12 o’clock. “Hamas will find out what I mean,” Trump stated when asked about possible retaliation if the hostages
Trump moves to end ‘politically motivated’ prosecution of New York mayor
In an effort to address politically controversial prosecutions, US President Donald Trump has moved to drop a case against New York Mayor Eric Adams. Acting Deputy Attorney General Emil Bove ordered federal prosecutors in the city on Monday to dismiss the corruption case
Trump formally announces 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminium imports into the United States, eliminating all exceptions and exemptions, raising concerns for exporters, including South Korea. Trump signed two proclamations formalizing the tariffs and confirmed plans to announce
Hamas must release all hostages now, says US Secretary of State
Reaffirming US President Donald Trump’s firm stance, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has called for the immediate release of all Israeli hostages held by Hamas, following the return of three captives. Posting on X, Rubio stated, “After 490 harrowing days in captivity,
Afrikaner groups in South Africa reject Trump’s resettlement offer
Afrikaner organizations in South Africa have rejected US President Donald Trump’s offer of resettlement in the United States following his claims of land confiscation targeting Afrikaners. Groups such as Solidarity and AfriForum held a media briefing on Saturday in Pretoria to respond to
Trump says he will announce 25% duties on steel, aluminum imports; threatens more to come
US President Donald Trump has said that he will announce a 25% duty on all steel and aluminum imports, a long-standing contentious category of trade between India and the US. Trump stated on Sunday that he will announce the tariffs on Monday, covering
Trump revokes Biden’s security clearance for classified briefings
US President Donald Trump has revoked security clearance for his predecessor, President Joe Biden, preventing him from receiving classified briefings. The move appears to be a direct response to Biden’s 2021 decision to deny Trump access to such information. “There is no need
US federal judge indefinitely blocks Trump’s order ending birthright citizenship
A federal judge in Maryland has indefinitely blocked US President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship for undocumented immigrants and foreign visitors with temporary visas. Judge Deborah L. Boardman of the United States District Court for the District of Maryland issued
Trump delays Mexico tariff hike by a month, talks of ‘deal’ coming
US President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the tariff hikes on Mexico will be delayed by a month, signaling that a “deal” could be in the works. Conversations with Canada are also ongoing, as Trump spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
US tariffs spark criticism and economic concerns in Germany
US President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China has drawn criticism and concern in Germany, with fears of economic fallout and rising consumer costs. On Saturday, Trump ordered a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico and Canada and
Monitoring the Washington plane crash, says Trump
US President Donald Trump stated that he is monitoring the plane crash that occurred over the Potomac River near Reagan National Airport in Washington. “I have been fully briefed on the terrible accident which just took place at Reagan National Airport. May God
Trump imposes 25 pc tariffs on Colombia for refusing deportation flights
US President Donald Trump has announced a 25 percent tariff on all imports from Colombia in retaliation against the country’s refusal to allow two deportation flights carrying immigrants to land. Taking to his social media platform, Truth Social, Trump wrote, “I was just
Trump signs record number of key orders after swearing-in as US Prez
Donald Trump, sworn in as the 47th President of the United States, signed a record number of executive orders within hours of assuming office, drawing cheers from a massive crowd. Less than six hours after taking the oath on Monday, Trump publicly signed
Trump undoes Obama’s order; renames North America’s tallest peak
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to restore the name of North America’s tallest peak to ‘Mount McKinley,’ reversing the decision made by former President Barack Obama to rename it ‘Denali.’ However, the surrounding national park will continue to be
Not going to let friendly, unfriendly nations push us around: Trump
US President Donald Trump attended the Commander-in-Chief inaugural ball, the first of three events scheduled after his swearing-in ceremony, where he expressed gratitude to service members and highlighted plans for military strength and national security. Joined by First Lady Melania Trump, Vice President