Lebanon President Joseph Aoun is set to meet US President Donald Trump in Washington as Beirut seeks American support for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon and efforts to establish long-term stability after months of conflict. Read More: US-backed Lebanon Israel framework begins implementation The meeting marks the conclusion of Aoun’s four-day visit to the […]
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US announces new 50% tariffs on $20bn Canadian imports
US President Donald Trump has announced new 50 per cent tariffs on a range of Canadian imports worth nearly $20 billion, escalating trade tensions between the two neighbouring countries and opening a new front in the ongoing global trade dispute. Read More: China suspends tariffs on Canadian agricultural farm imports after deal The new tariffs, which […]
Trump declared Netanyahu will not be arrested
US President Donald Trump has declared that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will not be arrested while visiting the United States, responding after New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani suggested that legal options, including enforcing an International Criminal Court (ICC) warrant, could be considered. Read More: Netanyahu urges Trump to block F-35 sale Posting on his […]
Trump dedicates Iran strikes to fallen troops
President Donald Trump said US forces struck Iran “very hard” in overnight attacks conducted in honor of three American service members killed recently. The latest operation marked the ninth consecutive night of US strikes. Regional tensions continued to escalate across the Middle East. US Central Command said the strikes targeted Iranian military sites and communications […]
Trump faces boos during FIFA World Cup trophy ceremony
Boos echoed around New York New Jersey Stadium as US President Donald Trump and FIFA President Gianni Infantino entered the field for the FIFA World Cup 2026 trophy ceremony following Spain’s 1-0 extra-time victory over defending champions Argentina. However, the reaction faded before the medal presentation, allowing the ceremony to continue without further disruption. Read […]
Trump says US launched major strike on Iran after troop deaths
US President Donald Trump said the United States (US) carried out a major military strike against Iran in response to the killing of American service members, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate. Read More: Iran warns US of severe retaliation after latest strikes Speaking to reporters after returning to Washington following the FIFA […]
US launches fresh strikes after deadly attack on American troops
The United States has launched a new wave of airstrikes against Iran after two American service members were killed and another was reported missing following an attack in Jordan. US Central Command said the operation aims to punish the forces responsible while reducing Iran’s ability to threaten commercial shipping through the strategically important Strait of […]
Trump signals broader Iran strikes as regional tensions deepen
US President Donald Trump has signalled the possibility of expanding military operations against Iran, raising concerns that the conflict could spread further across the Middle East despite growing international calls for diplomacy. Read More: Iran warns of wider regional war over US strikes According to reports, Washington is considering widening the scope of its air campaign […]
US, Iran conflict enters seventh night with fresh strikes and maritime tensions
The conflict between the United States and Iran intensified on Saturday as both countries exchanged fresh attacks for a seventh consecutive night, further escalating tensions after the collapse of a fragile ceasefire agreement. Read More: US pressure stalls Hormuz agreement: Iran According to US Central Command, American forces carried out strikes on Iranian military targets, including […]
Trump’s health draws renewed scrutiny after primetime address
US President Donald Trump’s health has come under renewed public scrutiny following his primetime address, with visible bruising on his hands prompting fresh political debate ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Read More: Fixated on rivals’ vim and vigor, Trump’s own health comes under scrutiny During the 27-minute speech from the White House’s East Room, the […]