Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries. He also highlighted how a couple of calls on trade led to the ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed nations. While speaking to reporters in the Netherlands, he said, "I said if you're going to go fighting each other, we're not doing any trade deal.” “I got them to reason, and I said, we're not doing a trade deal if you're going to fight. They said, no, I want to do the trade deal,” he added. India has clarified that it was a telephonic conversation between DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations on May 10 that paused the cross-border fighting, which was triggered by the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack. Trump added, “We stopped the nuclear war.” The ceasefire talks between India and Pakistan came after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, in retaliation to the dastardly terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam orchestrated by Pakistani terrorists. Islamabad’s inaction against the terror outfits in Pakistan and PoK led to New Delhi planning precision strikes.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-phone-call-with-pm-modi-trump-reveals-reason-for-inviting-pak-field-marshal-asim-munir-to-white-house-1750317927575">After phone call with PM Modi, Trump reveals reason for inviting Pak Field Marshal Asim Munir to White House</a> And recently, in a telephonic conversation between PM Modi and President Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit, this was discussed. In his statement issued on June 18, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. Trump says he stopped a potential nuclear war between New Delhi and Islamabad and said he destroyed Iran’s nuclear programme with precision strikes. &nbsp;

Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries.

Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries. He also highlighted how a couple of calls on trade led to the ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed nations. While speaking to reporters in the Netherlands, he said, "I said if you're going to go fighting each other, we're not doing any trade deal.” “I got them to reason, and I said, we're not doing a trade deal if you're going to fight. They said, no, I want to do the trade deal,” he added. India has clarified that it was a telephonic conversation between DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations on May 10 that paused the cross-border fighting, which was triggered by the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack. Trump added, “We stopped the nuclear war.” The ceasefire talks between India and Pakistan came after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, in retaliation to the dastardly terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam orchestrated by Pakistani terrorists. Islamabad’s inaction against the terror outfits in Pakistan and PoK led to New Delhi planning precision strikes. Also read: After phone call with PM Modi, Trump reveals reason for inviting Pak Field Marshal Asim Munir to White House And recently, in a telephonic conversation between PM Modi and President Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit, this was discussed. In his statement issued on June 18, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. Trump says he stopped a potential nuclear war between New Delhi and Islamabad and said he destroyed Iran’s nuclear programme with precision strikes.

Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries.

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Amid rising speculation that Washington might join Israel’s strikes, Moscow’s foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said, “We would like to particularly warn Washington against military intervention in the situation.” <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-what-is-iran-s-arak-nuclear-reactor-tehran-s-second-pathway-to-a-potential-nuclear-bomb-explained-1750345507630">What is Iran's Arak nuclear reactor? Tehran's second pathway to a potential nuclear bomb</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750346000202.jpeg?rect=(0,50,358,268)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="What is Iran's Arak nuclear reactor? Tehran's second pathway to a potential nuclear bomb | EXPLAINED"></figure>As the war in the Middle East intensifies, Israel on Thursday (June 19) carried out strikes on Iran's Arak heavy water reactor with an aim to halt any potential plutonium production, which could be further used in nuclear weapons development. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-what-is-iran-s-bushehr-nuclear-power-plant-a-site-that-can-cause-chernobyl-like-disaster-if-struck-by-tel-aviv-1750345486475">Israel-Iran war: What is Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant? A site that can cause 'Chernobyl-like' disaster if struck by Tel Aviv</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750346237377.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Israel-Iran war: What is Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant? A site that can cause 'Chernobyl-like' disaster if struck by Tel Aviv"></figure>Amid high tensions between Israel and Iran, Israeli airstrikes targeted Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. While one Israeli military spokesperson claimed that Bushehr had been struck, another official later called it a “mistake” and refused to confirm or deny the report.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/idf-killed-30-iranian-commanders-in-first-strikes-must-hunt-down-remaining-intel-chief-1750350395861">IDF killed 30 Iranian commanders in first strikes, must ‘hunt down’ remaining: Intel chief</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750351004394.jpg?rect=(0,77,1214,911)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="IDF killed 30 Iranian commanders in first strikes, must ‘hunt down’ remaining: Intel chief"></figure>The chief of the Military Intelligence Directorate, Major General Shlomi Binder, revealed on Thursday that the IDF had eliminated 30 Iranian commanders in its initial strikes last Friday but had named only eight top generals killed that morning, and said they must “hunt down” the fleeing Iranian military commanders, wherever they are. “We struck the Quds Force very hard on the first night. This includes roughly 30 commanders, the names that were published are those of the more senior ones. But we’re talking about Chiefs of Staff and Air Force Commanders,” he said.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/no-more-suicide-prevention-lifeline-for-lgbtq-in-us-trump-announces-new-anti-dei-policy-here-s-all-you-need-to-know-1750342892604">No more suicide prevention lifeline for LGBTQ+ in US? Trump announces new anti-DEI policy</a> <img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750343087184.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="No more suicide prevention lifeline for LGBTQ+ in US? Trump announces new anti-DEI policy - Here's all you need to know">US President Donald Trump's administration has announced to end the national LGBTQ youth suicide lifeline in 30 days. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) put out on Tuesday (June 17, 2025) that the 988 Suicide &amp; Crisis Lifeline will not use its LGBTQ youth services. As of July 17, the "Press 3" option, which connected callers to counselors trained to support LGBTQ youth, will no longer be available.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spacex-starship-explodes-into-massive-fireball-in-texas-black-smoke-engulfs-sky-watch-1750333148415">SpaceX Starship explodes into massive fireball in Texas, black smoke engulfs sky - WATCH</a> <img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750333619471.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="SpaceX Starship explodes into massive fireball in Texas, black smoke engulfs sky - WATCH">A SpaceX Starship prototype erupted into flames during a routine test at the company's facility in Tesla late Wednesday night (June 18). As it exploded, the rocket was seen bursting into a giant ball of fire during the test. The incident has raised concerns about the timeline for SpaceX's next launch attempt. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/kashmiri-students-evacuated-from-iran-have-arrive-in-valley-thankful-to-modi-government-for-swift-evacuation-1750342061540">Kashmiri students evacuated from Iran arrive in Valley, thankful to Modi government for swift evacuation</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750342763037.jpg?rect=(0,0,1920,1440)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Kashmiri students evacuated from Iran arrive in Valley, thankful to Modi government for swift evacuation"></figure>The Ministry of External Affairs and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had once again proven that they care for every citizen of the country. Over 110 Indian students which included 94 Kashmiri students were evacuated from the war zone to India and many of them have already reached Kashmir. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/-working-with-aamir-khan-was-like-climbing-the-mt-everest-sitaare-zameen-par-director-rs-prasanna-on-working-with-the-superstar-exclusive-1750337542940">Sitaare Zameen Par director on working with Aamir Khan, power of cinema &amp; more</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750338132036.png?rect=(0,160,960,720)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="‘Working with Aamir Khan was like climbing the Mt Everest’: Sitaare Zameen Par director RS Prasanna on working with the superstar| Exclusive"></figure>Filmmaker RS Prasanna believes cinema plays an important role in starting important conversations and forging relationships. His latest film Sitaare Zameen Par- featuring Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh- is hours away from release and while the director feels it is a big responsibility to be working with Aamir- he is confident that the film, much like his debut Bollywood feature Shubh Mangal Savdhan, will start an important conversation about inclusivity. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/ind-vs-eng-1st-test-match-prediction-what-should-india-do-after-winning-toss-and-how-much-is-par-score-1750349099064">IND vs ENG, 1st Test Match Prediction: What should India do after winning toss</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250619/image-1750349581454.jpg?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="IND vs ENG, 1st Test Match Prediction: What should India do after winning toss and how much is par score - check inside"></figure>India are ready to start a new journey in Test cricket with a five-match series against England, starting on June 20 (Wednesday). The team will play under their new captain, Shubman Gill. This is India’s first Test series after a 162-day break. The last time they played a Test was in Australia during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT 2024-25). Looking at the last five Test matches at Headingley, teams that batted second have won four times. Teams batting first have won just once. This shows that the toss will be very important, as the pitch mostly helps teams that bat second. &nbsp;

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The United States and Iran have been in direct contact several times since Israel launched a series of airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites last week. These talks come amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Russia has issued a strong warning to the United States not to take military action against Iran. Amid rising speculation that Washington might join Israel’s strikes, Moscow’s foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said, “We would like to particularly warn Washington against military intervention in the situation.” 'Washington called first': US, Iran held direct talks multiple times since Israeli strikes - What did they talk about? The United States and Iran have been in direct contact several times since Israel launched a series of airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites last week. These talks come amid escalating tensions between Israel and Iran. Israel-Iran war: Russia warns US against 'military action' in Iran - Why Putin doesn't want Trump to step in Russia has issued a strong warning to the United States not to take military action against Iran. Amid rising speculation that Washington might join Israel’s strikes, Moscow’s foreign ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova said, “We would like to particularly warn Washington against military intervention in the situation.” What is Iran's Arak nuclear reactor? Tehran's second pathway to a potential nuclear bomb As the war in the Middle East intensifies, Israel on Thursday (June 19) carried out strikes on Iran's Arak heavy water reactor with an aim to halt any potential plutonium production, which could be further used in nuclear weapons development. Israel-Iran war: What is Iran's Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant? A site that can cause 'Chernobyl-like' disaster if struck by Tel Aviv Amid high tensions between Israel and Iran, Israeli airstrikes targeted Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. While one Israeli military spokesperson claimed that Bushehr had been struck, another official later called it a “mistake” and refused to confirm or deny the report. IDF killed 30 Iranian commanders in first strikes, must ‘hunt down’ remaining: Intel chief The chief of the Military Intelligence Directorate, Major General Shlomi Binder, revealed on Thursday that the IDF had eliminated 30 Iranian commanders in its initial strikes last Friday but had named only eight top generals killed that morning, and said they must “hunt down” the fleeing Iranian military commanders, wherever they are. “We struck the Quds Force very hard on the first night. This includes roughly 30 commanders, the names that were published are those of the more senior ones. But we’re talking about Chiefs of Staff and Air Force Commanders,” he said. No more suicide prevention lifeline for LGBTQ+ in US? Trump announces new anti-DEI policy US President Donald Trump's administration has announced to end the national LGBTQ youth suicide lifeline in 30 days. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) put out on Tuesday (June 17, 2025) that the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline will not use its LGBTQ youth services. As of July 17, the "Press 3" option, which connected callers to counselors trained to support LGBTQ youth, will no longer be available. SpaceX Starship explodes into massive fireball in Texas, black smoke engulfs sky - WATCH A SpaceX Starship prototype erupted into flames during a routine test at the company's facility in Tesla late Wednesday night (June 18). As it exploded, the rocket was seen bursting into a giant ball of fire during the test. The incident has raised concerns about the timeline for SpaceX's next launch attempt. Kashmiri students evacuated from Iran arrive in Valley, thankful to Modi government for swift evacuation The Ministry of External Affairs and Prime Minister Narendra Modi had once again proven that they care for every citizen of the country. Over 110 Indian students which included 94 Kashmiri students were evacuated from the war zone to India and many of them have already reached Kashmir. Sitaare Zameen Par director on working with Aamir Khan, power of cinema & more Filmmaker RS Prasanna believes cinema plays an important role in starting important conversations and forging relationships. His latest film Sitaare Zameen Par- featuring Aamir Khan and Genelia Deshmukh- is hours away from release and while the director feels it is a big responsibility to be working with Aamir- he is confident that the film, much like his debut Bollywood feature Shubh Mangal Savdhan, will start an important conversation about inclusivity. IND vs ENG, 1st Test Match Prediction: What should India do after winning toss India are ready to start a new journey in Test cricket with a five-match series against England, starting on June 20 (Wednesday). The team will play under their new captain, Shubman Gill. This is India’s first Test series after a 162-day break. The last time they played a Test was in Australia during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT 2024-25). Looking at the last five Test matches at Headingley, teams that batted second have won four times. Teams batting first have won just once. This shows that the toss will be very important, as the pitch mostly helps teams that bat second.

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A new round of nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States, scheduled for this weekend in Oman, has been cancelled. Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced the decision on Saturday, saying, “The Iran-US talks scheduled to be held in Muscat this Sunday will not now take place.” He added that “diplomacy and dialogue remain the only pathway to lasting peace.”The decision comes just days after Israel launched major airstrikes on Tehran, targeting military and nuclear sites and killing several senior officials and civilians.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-very-soon-iaf-jets-over-tehran-netanyahu-issues-fresh-warning-for-iran-says-will-hit-every-target-of-ayatollahs-regime-1749914693145">'Our enemy is your enemy': Netanyahu says Israel attacked Iran with 'clear support' from Trump - Here's what he said</a><h2>Iran accuses US of backing Israeli strikes mid-negotiations</h2>Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused the United States of “dishonesty” for continuing to support Israel while also engaging in nuclear discussions with Tehran.“The Zionist regime’s coordination with the United States in its aggression against Iranian territory in the midst of negotiations is a sign of America’s dishonesty and unreliability,” Pezeshkian told the Pakistani prime minister in a phone call, according to a statement from his office.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-what-is-israel-s-aerial-freedom-of-action-tel-aviv-warns-tehran-is-no-longer-immune-to-strikes-1749913587249">What is Israel's ‘aerial freedom of action’? Tel Aviv warns 'Tehran is no longer immune to strikes'</a><h2>Washington still hopes for dialogue</h2>Despite the rising tensions, a US official told AFP on Saturday that Washington remains open to talks. “We still hope to have talks,” the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity.However, Iranian leaders appear unwilling to continue discussions under the current circumstances. State media quoted Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi as saying it was “unjustifiable” to carry on negotiations while Israeli attacks were still taking place.<h2>Iran says talks ‘meaningless’ while bombs are falling</h2>In a separate statement, the Iranian foreign ministry described the planned meeting as “meaningless” in light of Israel’s ongoing airstrikes. The ministry placed the blame squarely on the US for enabling the attacks through its alliance with Israel.“It is obvious that in such circumstances and until the Zionist regime’s aggression against the Iranian nation stops, it would be meaningless to participate in dialogue with a party that is the biggest supporter and accomplice of the aggressor,” said ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei.He further claimed that Washington’s actions had effectively “destroyed” the chances of any productive diplomatic outcome.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused the United States of “dishonesty” for continuing to support Israel while also engaging in nuclear discussions with Tehran.

A new round of nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States, scheduled for this weekend in Oman, has been cancelled. Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi announced the decision on Saturday, saying, “The Iran-US talks scheduled to be held in Muscat this Sunday will not now take place.” He added that “diplomacy and dialogue remain the only pathway to lasting peace.” The decision comes just days after Israel launched major airstrikes on Tehran, targeting military and nuclear sites and killing several senior officials and civilians. Also read: 'Our enemy is your enemy': Netanyahu says Israel attacked Iran with 'clear support' from Trump - Here's what he said Iran accuses US of backing Israeli strikes mid-negotiations Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused the United States of “dishonesty” for continuing to support Israel while also engaging in nuclear discussions with Tehran. “The Zionist regime’s coordination with the United States in its aggression against Iranian territory in the midst of negotiations is a sign of America’s dishonesty and unreliability,” Pezeshkian told the Pakistani prime minister in a phone call, according to a statement from his office. Also read: What is Israel's ‘aerial freedom of action’? Tel Aviv warns 'Tehran is no longer immune to strikes' Washington still hopes for dialogue Despite the rising tensions, a US official told AFP on Saturday that Washington remains open to talks. “We still hope to have talks,” the official said, speaking on condition of anonymity. However, Iranian leaders appear unwilling to continue discussions under the current circumstances. State media quoted Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi as saying it was “unjustifiable” to carry on negotiations while Israeli attacks were still taking place. Iran says talks ‘meaningless’ while bombs are falling In a separate statement, the Iranian foreign ministry described the planned meeting as “meaningless” in light of Israel’s ongoing airstrikes. The ministry placed the blame squarely on the US for enabling the attacks through its alliance with Israel. “It is obvious that in such circumstances and until the Zionist regime’s aggression against the Iranian nation stops, it would be meaningless to participate in dialogue with a party that is the biggest supporter and accomplice of the aggressor,” said ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei. He further claimed that Washington’s actions had effectively “destroyed” the chances of any productive diplomatic outcome.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian accused the United States of “dishonesty” for continuing to support Israel while also engaging in nuclear discussions with Tehran.

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As the Trump administration sent thousands of National Guards to Los Angeles amid protests against immigration raids, he stressed that the military would be there until there was no danger.While speaking in the Oval Office, the US president was asked about how long the National Guard will remain in California.“It’s common sense … When there’s no danger, they’ll leave,” he said, adding that “you would’ve had a horrible situation had I not sent them in”.Meanwhile, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that he anticipates the military will remain in Los Angeles for 60 days.Hegseth told the House committee that he’s anticipating military personnel to stay in Los Angeles for 60 days to “ensure that those rioters, looters and thugs on the other side assaulting our police officers know that we’re not going anywhere”.The US president further repeated his claim that anti-Ice demonstrators in Los Angeles are “paid insurrectionists, or agitators, or troublemakers, you can call it whatever you want”.<h2>Trump targets California governor</h2>The US president said that he last spoke to California Governor Gavin Newsom "a day ago".“I called him up to tell him he’s gotta do a better job,” Trump said, claiming without evidence that the governor was “causing a lot of potential death”.<h2>Trump might invoke Insurrection Act</h2>When asked about whether he would invoke the Insurrection Act, Trump said, "If there’s an insurrection, I would certainly invoke it. We’ll see."He then called the past two days in LA "terrible".Trump said he would “take a look at what’s happening”, adding that he believed there were certain areas of LA that seemed to experience where “you could’ve called it an insurrection”.Earlier in the day, Trump defended his decision to send thousands of troops to Los Angeles amid protests against immigration raids, claiming the city would have been destroyed without federal intervention.“If I didn’t ‘SEND IN THE TROOPS’ to Los Angeles the last three nights, that once beautiful and great City would be burning to the ground right now, much like 25,000 houses burned to the ground in L.A. due to an incompetent Governor and Mayor," he said in a post on Truth Social.The federal government has now deployed 700 US Marines to the LA area. Additionally, the number of National Guard troops has doubled to 4,000 to help manage the demonstrations.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that he anticipates the military will remain in Los Angeles for 60 days.

As the Trump administration sent thousands of National Guards to Los Angeles amid protests against immigration raids, he stressed that the military would be there until there was no danger. While speaking in the Oval Office, the US president was asked about how long the National Guard will remain in California. “It’s common sense … When there’s no danger, they’ll leave,” he said, adding that “you would’ve had a horrible situation had I not sent them in”. Meanwhile, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that he anticipates the military will remain in Los Angeles for 60 days. Hegseth told the House committee that he’s anticipating military personnel to stay in Los Angeles for 60 days to “ensure that those rioters, looters and thugs on the other side assaulting our police officers know that we’re not going anywhere”. The US president further repeated his claim that anti-Ice demonstrators in Los Angeles are “paid insurrectionists, or agitators, or troublemakers, you can call it whatever you want”. Trump targets California governor The US president said that he last spoke to California Governor Gavin Newsom "a day ago". “I called him up to tell him he’s gotta do a better job,” Trump said, claiming without evidence that the governor was “causing a lot of potential death”. Trump might invoke Insurrection Act When asked about whether he would invoke the Insurrection Act, Trump said, "If there’s an insurrection, I would certainly invoke it. We’ll see." He then called the past two days in LA "terrible". Trump said he would “take a look at what’s happening”, adding that he believed there were certain areas of LA that seemed to experience where “you could’ve called it an insurrection”. Earlier in the day, Trump defended his decision to send thousands of troops to Los Angeles amid protests against immigration raids, claiming the city would have been destroyed without federal intervention. “If I didn’t ‘SEND IN THE TROOPS’ to Los Angeles the last three nights, that once beautiful and great City would be burning to the ground right now, much like 25,000 houses burned to the ground in L.A. due to an incompetent Governor and Mayor," he said in a post on Truth Social. The federal government has now deployed 700 US Marines to the LA area. Additionally, the number of National Guard troops has doubled to 4,000 to help manage the demonstrations.

Meanwhile, Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth said that he anticipates the military will remain in Los Angeles for 60 days.

When will National Guard leave Los Angeles? Here's what Trump, Hegseth said as immigration protests continue

US President Donald Trump deployed the National Guard into Los Angeles to end the ongoing violent protests against his immigration crackdown. This has pitted the western California state, of which LA is the largest city, against the federal government. California is the richest state in the US and cannot be antagonised by any federal government. Its economy is bigger than several US states combined, and surpasses the economies of even some countries.&nbsp;Amid the sharp focus on Los Angeles protests, here is a look at the economic importance of California for the US.&nbsp;<h2>California’s economy is the biggest in the US</h2>&nbsp;The nominal GDP of California for 2024 was $4.103 trillion, making it the largest economy among the US states.&nbsp;This is in fact nearly the combined GDP of the next few states' GDP: Texas is at $2.6 tn, New York at $2 tn and Florida at $1.6 tn, according to recent available data.&nbsp;This means that the rich western state accounts for more than 14 per cent of the total GDP of the US.&nbsp;Having achieved this with only 12 per cent of the national population, California continues to hold a disproportionate economic might in the US.&nbsp;<h2>California's economy is bigger than some countries'</h2> It is a well-known fact that if California were a country, it would be the fourth-largest economy in the world, just behind the US ($29.18 tn), China ($18.74 tn), and Germany ($4.65 tn).&nbsp;Its economy would be ahead of Japan and India too.&nbsp;The per capita GDP of California, estimated to be around $85,340, surpasses that of most large economies.<h2> From tech industry to Hollywood and everything in between: What powers California's economy?</h2> &nbsp;&nbsp;The state is home to the tech mecca of Silicon Valley in the north, and the entertainment industry hub of Hollywood in the south. These and other high-revenue industries are the reason behind its wealth. Most of the world's top tech companies are headquartered in California, including Google parent Alphabet, Apple, Facebook parent Meta, IBM, Intel and Nvidia. As per figures from 2023, the technology industry attracted $134 billion in venture capital, which was the highest in the US at the time.&nbsp;<h2>A powerhouse of agriculture&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;California is also home to the largest agriculture industry in the US, with exports estimated at $24.3 billion in 2023. Its key farm exports include almonds and dairy products.&nbsp;California leads the US in some of the key agricultural produce, including half of its fruits, vegetables and nuts, as well as more than 80 per cent of strawberries. &nbsp;<h2>Hollywood to electric cars: A diversified economy</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;The Hollywood-led entertainment industry generates anywhere north of $150 billion every year.&nbsp;California is also a global tourism magnet, attracting revenues of $150.4 bn in 2023.&nbsp;Heavy industries and manufacturing are also key to California's economic prowess. These included aerospace and electric vehicles.&nbsp;Ports in California handle some 38 per cent of US imports.&nbsp;<h2>A giant among US states</h2>&nbsp;As already mentioned, the GDP of California dominates over the next few states. It is double that of New York, and more than half of Texas.&nbsp;Once home to America's oil boom, California shines in both traditional industries like agriculture, emission-free vehicles, technology and entertainment.&nbsp;California is home to 78 of Fortune 100 companies and 337 of Fortune 500 companies, which is the highest for any state.&nbsp;<h2>But it is not all fine for Californians, and LA violence may be a result of that</h2><h2>&nbsp;</h2>But in spite of all these, California still reels under economic inequality, high living costs, and endemic homelessness.&nbsp;The LA protests are partially a result of economic disparities in the western state.&nbsp;&nbsp;Many of those taking part in the protests are also angry at the rich-poor divide in the city.

Amid the sharp focus on Los Angeles protests, here is a look at the economic importance of California for the US.



US President Donald Trump deployed the National Guard into Los Angeles to end the ongoing violent protests against his immigration crackdown. This has pitted the western California state, of which LA is the largest city, against the federal government. California is the richest state in the US and cannot be antagonised by any federal government. Its economy is bigger than several US states combined, and surpasses the economies of even some countries. Amid the sharp focus on Los Angeles protests, here is a look at the economic importance of California for the US. California’s economy is the biggest in the US The nominal GDP of California for 2024 was $4.103 trillion, making it the largest economy among the US states. This is in fact nearly the combined GDP of the next few states' GDP: Texas is at $2.6 tn, New York at $2 tn and Florida at $1.6 tn, according to recent available data. This means that the rich western state accounts for more than 14 per cent of the total GDP of the US. Having achieved this with only 12 per cent of the national population, California continues to hold a disproportionate economic might in the US. California's economy is bigger than some countries' It is a well-known fact that if California were a country, it would be the fourth-largest economy in the world, just behind the US ($29.18 tn), China ($18.74 tn), and Germany ($4.65 tn). Its economy would be ahead of Japan and India too. The per capita GDP of California, estimated to be around $85,340, surpasses that of most large economies. From tech industry to Hollywood and everything in between: What powers California's economy? The state is home to the tech mecca of Silicon Valley in the north, and the entertainment industry hub of Hollywood in the south. These and other high-revenue industries are the reason behind its wealth. Most of the world's top tech companies are headquartered in California, including Google parent Alphabet, Apple, Facebook parent Meta, IBM, Intel and Nvidia. As per figures from 2023, the technology industry attracted $134 billion in venture capital, which was the highest in the US at the time. A powerhouse of agriculture California is also home to the largest agriculture industry in the US, with exports estimated at $24.3 billion in 2023. Its key farm exports include almonds and dairy products. California leads the US in some of the key agricultural produce, including half of its fruits, vegetables and nuts, as well as more than 80 per cent of strawberries. Hollywood to electric cars: A diversified economy The Hollywood-led entertainment industry generates anywhere north of $150 billion every year. California is also a global tourism magnet, attracting revenues of $150.4 bn in 2023. Heavy industries and manufacturing are also key to California's economic prowess. These included aerospace and electric vehicles. Ports in California handle some 38 per cent of US imports. A giant among US states As already mentioned, the GDP of California dominates over the next few states. It is double that of New York, and more than half of Texas. Once home to America's oil boom, California shines in both traditional industries like agriculture, emission-free vehicles, technology and entertainment. California is home to 78 of Fortune 100 companies and 337 of Fortune 500 companies, which is the highest for any state. But it is not all fine for Californians, and LA violence may be a result of that But in spite of all these, California still reels under economic inequality, high living costs, and endemic homelessness. The LA protests are partially a result of economic disparities in the western state. Many of those taking part in the protests are also angry at the rich-poor divide in the city.

Amid the sharp focus on Los Angeles protests, here is a look at the economic importance of California for the US.&nbsp;

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