US President Donald Trump launched an attack on the New York Times newspaper, describing it as “corrupt and failing”. He accused them of engaging in “treasonous” activity with "fake and made-up ‘facts’. He warned that he would be adding all these reports to a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against them.&nbsp;He cited one particular analysis with the headline “What Changed After Almost 4 Months of War? Analysts Say Not Much,” and slammed the paper, calling it “unethical coward”. He argued that what changed is that Iran is at its worst phase, with a depleted army and navy, with inflation at 250 per cent. But the Hormuz is open, and the stock market is high.“Their Military is DONE, their Navy is GONE, their Air Force is GONE, their Launching Pads, Missiles, Drones and Manufacturing of same, is almost GONE, their top two sets of Leaders are GONE, their Inflation is at 250%, their Economy is BROKEN, their Soldiers aren’t being paid, the Hormuz Strait is OPEN, THE OIL IS GUSHING, and the U.S. Stock Market and Jobs are at record HIGHS. That’s what’s CHANGED, you corrupt and unethical cowards, and MORE!!!” wrote Trump in a Truth Social Post on Monday.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/qatar-pm-jd-vance-snub-video-us-iran-talks-switzerland-1782104299969">JD Vance 'snubbed' at US-Iran peace talks? Qatar PM shares photo with JD Vance after viral video</a>The report from NYT argued that roughly 100 days later, the “country’s nuclear program, while heavily damaged, was not eliminated - its fate punted to future negotiation.” It argued that Iran's ballistic missile, it proxies remain at large, and the most significant result of the agreement of reopening of Hormuz was at risk due to the US's inability to control Israel. The report quotes MIT professor Caitlin Talmadge, an expert on the Persian Gulf security issues, “I think it’s a document that has resulted from the fact that the United States bit off more than it could chew and doesn’t want to escalate.”Trump soon followed up with another post, this time calling them “criminals” and warning that a “multi-billion dollar” lawsuit was coming. “The way the Corrupt and Failing New York Times is covering stories on a very battered and beat up &nbsp;Iran, through FAKE &amp; MADE UP “FACTS” is, in my opinion, “TREASONOUS.” I will be adding all of their false and ridiculous reporting to my multi Billion Dollar lawsuit against them. They are Criminals!” wrote an exasperated Trump.&nbsp;

Donald Trump accused The New York Times of publishing “fake and made up facts” about Iran and threatened a multibillion-dollar lawsuit, calling the newspaper's reporting “treasonous” and “criminal.”

US President Donald Trump launched an attack on the New York Times newspaper, describing it as “corrupt and failing”. He accused them of engaging in “treasonous” activity with "fake and made-up ‘facts’. He warned that he would be adding all these reports to a multibillion-dollar lawsuit against them. He cited one particular analysis with the headline “What Changed After Almost 4 Months of War? Analysts Say Not Much,” and slammed the paper, calling it “unethical coward”. He argued that what changed is that Iran is at its worst phase, with a depleted army and navy, with inflation at 250 per cent. But the Hormuz is open, and the stock market is high. “Their Military is DONE, their Navy is GONE, their Air Force is GONE, their Launching Pads, Missiles, Drones and Manufacturing of same, is almost GONE, their top two sets of Leaders are GONE, their Inflation is at 250%, their Economy is BROKEN, their Soldiers aren’t being paid, the Hormuz Strait is OPEN, THE OIL IS GUSHING, and the U.S. Stock Market and Jobs are at record HIGHS. That’s what’s CHANGED, you corrupt and unethical cowards, and MORE!!!” wrote Trump in a Truth Social Post on Monday. Also Read: JD Vance 'snubbed' at US-Iran peace talks? Qatar PM shares photo with JD Vance after viral video The report from NYT argued that roughly 100 days later, the “country’s nuclear program, while heavily damaged, was not eliminated - its fate punted to future negotiation.” It argued that Iran's ballistic missile, it proxies remain at large, and the most significant result of the agreement of reopening of Hormuz was at risk due to the US's inability to control Israel. The report quotes MIT professor Caitlin Talmadge, an expert on the Persian Gulf security issues, “I think it’s a document that has resulted from the fact that the United States bit off more than it could chew and doesn’t want to escalate.” Trump soon followed up with another post, this time calling them “criminals” and warning that a “multi-billion dollar” lawsuit was coming. “The way the Corrupt and Failing New York Times is covering stories on a very battered and beat up Iran, through FAKE & MADE UP “FACTS” is, in my opinion, “TREASONOUS.” I will be adding all of their false and ridiculous reporting to my multi Billion Dollar lawsuit against them. They are Criminals!” wrote an exasperated Trump.

Donald Trump accused The New York Times of publishing “fake and made up facts” about Iran and threatened a multibillion-dollar lawsuit, calling the newspaper's reporting “treasonous” and “criminal.”

Trump calls New York Times ‘treasonous’, threatens multibillion-dollar lawsuit over Iran war coverage

US President Donald Trump sparked widespread speculation online after sharing a photograph of an unidentified woman on social media, accompanied by the cryptic caption, “Great daughter. My Honour!!! President DJT.” The post quickly drew attention as Trump offered no explanation about the identity of the woman or the meaning behind his remarks. The image shows a blonde woman, appearing to be middle-aged or older, seated on a red sofa in what appears to be a living room.&nbsp;Dressed in an all-black outfit and boots, she is pictured smiling while speaking on an older-style telephone. She is also seen holding a steaming mug, suggesting she may be drinking a hot beverage. The room contains various items of furniture, including a rocking chair, side tables and decorative plants.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/we-have-no-intention-of-building-a-bomb-pezeshkian-says-ready-to-guarantee-no-nuke-weapons-but-there-s-a-condition-1782040509353">‘We have no intention of building a bomb’: Pezeshkian says ready to guarantee no nuke weapons. But there’s a condition</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump ha pubblicato questa foto col commento: &quot;Grande figlia. Il mio onore!!!&quot;. Peccato che non sia sua figlia. <a href="https://t.co/ykDqUKZHml">pic.twitter.com/ykDqUKZHml</a>&mdash; l_aforista (@aforista_l) <a href="https://x.com/aforista_l/status/2068590104554164585?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Trump’s caption, which referred to the woman as a “great daughter”, immediately fuelled curiosity among social media users, many of whom questioned whether the woman was related to the president or held any connection to his family.&nbsp;“Who the hell is this?” was among the reactions posted online as users attempted to identify the woman and decipher the purpose of the message.&nbsp;The president did not provide any additional context, nor did he respond to questions about the post. As a result, speculation continued to spread across social media platforms, with users offering a range of theories about the woman’s identity.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/got-away-with-murder-for-47-years-trump-hits-at-iran-calls-it-world-s-number-one-sponsor-of-terror-1781956806079">‘Got away with murder’ for 47 years, Trump hits out at Iran, calls it ‘world’s number one sponsor of terror’</a>&nbsp;The unusual post comes shortly after Trump drew attention online following concerns raised by some observers about his health after footage circulated showing his head jerking backwards and his eyes rolling upward during a public appearance.

Donald Trump sparked online speculation by posting a photo of an unidentified woman on a sofa with the cryptic caption "Great daughter. My Honour!!!", offering no further explanation.



US President Donald Trump sparked widespread speculation online after sharing a photograph of an unidentified woman on social media, accompanied by the cryptic caption, “Great daughter. My Honour!!! President DJT.” The post quickly drew attention as Trump offered no explanation about the identity of the woman or the meaning behind his remarks. The image shows a blonde woman, appearing to be middle-aged or older, seated on a red sofa in what appears to be a living room. Dressed in an all-black outfit and boots, she is pictured smiling while speaking on an older-style telephone. She is also seen holding a steaming mug, suggesting she may be drinking a hot beverage. The room contains various items of furniture, including a rocking chair, side tables and decorative plants. Also read: ‘We have no intention of building a bomb’: Pezeshkian says ready to guarantee no nuke weapons. But there’s a condition

Donald Trump sparked online speculation by posting a photo of an unidentified woman on a sofa with the cryptic caption "Great daughter. My Honour!!!", offering no further explanation.

‘Great daughter’: Trump’s unexplained post fuels questions about mystery woman

US President Donald Trump has issued a stern warning to Iran, demanding an immediate halt to proxy activities in Lebanon. Trump threatened "stronger military retaliation" if Iran fails to comply, echoing recent actions. This comes amid escalating regional tensions, despite US-led efforts for a ceasefire, as Iran-backed groups like Hezbollah continue their involvement in hostilities.


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A diplomatic firestorm has erupted between U.S. President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni following the recent G7 Summit in France. President Trump claimed in an interview that PM Meloni "begged" him for a photo-op, a statement Meloni vehemently denied as "completely fabricated." 


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US President Donald Trump on Saturday claimed that the United States Park Police have arrested multiple people for alleged vandalism of the “magnificent Reflecting Pool”. He declared that they will serve “Years in jail!” and suggested that the water of the pool has to be drained again for “necessary repairs”."The United States Park Police have arrested multiple individuals for vandalising our nation's magnificent Reflecting Pool. Who would do such a thing? These are very serious crimes having to do with the destruction of National Monuments. Years in jail! Work will begin immediately on its repair," wrote Trump in a Truth Social Post.David Hearn, a 67-year-old former Olympic canoeist from Bethesda, Maryland have said that authorities arrested him on Friday for stopping by the pool. He said that it was scientific interest that drew him to the pool. "I'm a curious citizen," Hearn said as reported by CBS News. “I reached down to see what it felt like. It was very rubbery.” He was held for five hours, and he is likely to appear in court next month and is now seeking legal help.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jd-vance-lebanon-improving-nabatieh-strikes-iran-talks-switzerland-1782018412833">JD Vance says Lebanon situation is ‘getting better’ despite 16 deaths ahead of Switzerland talks</a>Later, Trump again claimed that many other people have been arrested in relation to the vandalism allegations. “What they have damaged does not even include the earlier killing of a large amount of grass, which was, by far, the least of it. They took some form of knife or blade, and put a 250-foot-long gash into the beautiful facade of what took so much work, competence, and money to build and complete,” Trump claimed without providing any concrete evidence.&nbsp;The reflecting pool has reportedly faced problems with leaks, algae and faulty plumbing for years. In April, Trump launched a cleaning project to address the terrible condition. Just after the $14 million effort, issues began to surface last week. The shallow, sun-baked water turned a murky green due to a rapid proliferation of algae, and workers were seen pouring bottles of hydrogen peroxide into the water.&nbsp;

Donald Trump said multiple people have been arrested for allegedly vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The claims come amid ongoing controversy over the pool's $14 million renovation and recent algae problems.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday claimed that the United States Park Police have arrested multiple people for alleged vandalism of the “magnificent Reflecting Pool”. He declared that they will serve “Years in jail!” and suggested that the water of the pool has to be drained again for “necessary repairs”. "The United States Park Police have arrested multiple individuals for vandalising our nation's magnificent Reflecting Pool. Who would do such a thing? These are very serious crimes having to do with the destruction of National Monuments. Years in jail! Work will begin immediately on its repair," wrote Trump in a Truth Social Post. David Hearn, a 67-year-old former Olympic canoeist from Bethesda, Maryland have said that authorities arrested him on Friday for stopping by the pool. He said that it was scientific interest that drew him to the pool. "I'm a curious citizen," Hearn said as reported by CBS News. “I reached down to see what it felt like. It was very rubbery.” He was held for five hours, and he is likely to appear in court next month and is now seeking legal help. Also Read: JD Vance says Lebanon situation is ‘getting better’ despite 16 deaths ahead of Switzerland talks Later, Trump again claimed that many other people have been arrested in relation to the vandalism allegations. “What they have damaged does not even include the earlier killing of a large amount of grass, which was, by far, the least of it. They took some form of knife or blade, and put a 250-foot-long gash into the beautiful facade of what took so much work, competence, and money to build and complete,” Trump claimed without providing any concrete evidence. The reflecting pool has reportedly faced problems with leaks, algae and faulty plumbing for years. In April, Trump launched a cleaning project to address the terrible condition. Just after the $14 million effort, issues began to surface last week. The shallow, sun-baked water turned a murky green due to a rapid proliferation of algae, and workers were seen pouring bottles of hydrogen peroxide into the water.

Donald Trump said multiple people have been arrested for allegedly vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. The claims come amid ongoing controversy over the pool's $14 million renovation and recent algae problems.

Trump claims multiple arrests made over Reflecting Pool vandalism as repair work continues

US President Donald Trump has launched a public poll on whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should be renamed "NICE", reviving an idea he says could transform how the agency is perceived and leave critics scrambling. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he has long considered the idea of rebranding the agency and framed the idea as a direct response to what he described as years of negative media coverage directed at ICE and its officers.<h2>What the proposed 'N' would stand for</h2>"POLL: ICE has been abused by the Fake News Media at levels never seen before," Trump wrote on Truth Social, praising immigration enforcement personnel as "great patriots" who operate in a difficult environment.The proposed 'N' would stand for "National", Trump revealed. The poll asks supporters whether ICE should be rebranded by adding an "N", turning the agency's acronym into "NICE". Trump argued that a name change could alter public conversations around immigration enforcement and make it harder for critics to portray the agency negatively.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lies-disinformation-censorship-gabbard-releases-never-before-seen-docs-to-prove-he-helped-bury-covid-lab-leak-evidence-china-wuhan-lab-1781858814910">'Lies. Disinformation. Censorship': Gabbard releases 'never-before-seen' docs to prove Fauci helped bury COVID files</a><h2>Why Trump wants ICE to become NICE</h2>Trump in his post joked that journalists would struggle to report on enforcement actions using the new acronym. It would "totally discombobulate" journalists and change public perception of enforcement operations, he said."For them to say, 'We went to a NICE Facility today,' as opposed to 'ICE,' or 'NICE Agents have deported a violent drug dealer,' they won't be able to handle it," Trump wrote.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/fifa-2026-japanese-men-win-hearts-for-cleaning-world-cup-stadiums-so-why-is-the-internet-furious-at-them-1781946883738">FIFA 2026: Japanese men win hearts for cleaning World Cup stadiums. So why are women furious at them?</a><h2>Public reacts to Trump's NICE proposal</h2>While Trump had floated the idea earlier, the decision to put it to a public vote has generated fresh attention online.In just 10 hours, the post garnered 23k likes and 7.17k retruths (reshares). Over 84,250 people have voted, with a whopping 82 per cent in favour of the proposed name change.ICE agents, meanwhile, aren't excited about the renaming. Trump said he had discussed the proposal with border czar Tom Homan and claimed that while many people liked the concept, some ICE agents were less enthusiastic. "Everyone loves it, but I have been told by the legendary Tom Homan that the agents do not love it as much as the other population," Trump said. &nbsp;

Donald Trump is once again pitching a new name for ICE. In a Truth Social poll, the US president asked supporters whether the immigration enforcement agency should become "NICE", claiming the rebrand would change public perception and leave critics scrambling.

US President Donald Trump has launched a public poll on whether Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) should be renamed "NICE", reviving an idea he says could transform how the agency is perceived and leave critics scrambling. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said he has long considered the idea of rebranding the agency and framed the idea as a direct response to what he described as years of negative media coverage directed at ICE and its officers. What the proposed 'N' would stand for "POLL: ICE has been abused by the Fake News Media at levels never seen before," Trump wrote on Truth Social, praising immigration enforcement personnel as "great patriots" who operate in a difficult environment. The proposed 'N' would stand for "National", Trump revealed. The poll asks supporters whether ICE should be rebranded by adding an "N", turning the agency's acronym into "NICE". Trump argued that a name change could alter public conversations around immigration enforcement and make it harder for critics to portray the agency negatively. Also read | 'Lies. Disinformation. Censorship': Gabbard releases 'never-before-seen' docs to prove Fauci helped bury COVID files Why Trump wants ICE to become NICE Trump in his post joked that journalists would struggle to report on enforcement actions using the new acronym. It would "totally discombobulate" journalists and change public perception of enforcement operations, he said. "For them to say, 'We went to a NICE Facility today,' as opposed to 'ICE,' or 'NICE Agents have deported a violent drug dealer,' they won't be able to handle it," Trump wrote. Also read | FIFA 2026: Japanese men win hearts for cleaning World Cup stadiums. So why are women furious at them? Public reacts to Trump's NICE proposal While Trump had floated the idea earlier, the decision to put it to a public vote has generated fresh attention online. In just 10 hours, the post garnered 23k likes and 7.17k retruths (reshares). Over 84,250 people have voted, with a whopping 82 per cent in favour of the proposed name change. ICE agents, meanwhile, aren't excited about the renaming. Trump said he had discussed the proposal with border czar Tom Homan and claimed that while many people liked the concept, some ICE agents were less enthusiastic. "Everyone loves it, but I have been told by the legendary Tom Homan that the agents do not love it as much as the other population," Trump said.

Donald Trump is once again pitching a new name for ICE. In a Truth Social poll, the US president asked supporters whether the immigration enforcement agency should become "NICE", claiming the rebrand would change public perception and leave critics scrambling.

Trump asks Americans if ICE should become 'NICE' in unusual rebranding poll, says media would 'go totally crazy'

A diplomatic firestorm has erupted between U.S. President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni following the recent G7 Summit in France. President Trump claimed in an interview that PM Meloni "begged" him for a photo-op, a statement Meloni vehemently denied as "completely fabricated." 

The feud escalated as Trump doubled down on his claims, citing grievances over Italy’s stance on the U.S.-Iran conflict and NATO logistical support. Italy has responded by canceling a planned high-level diplomatic visit to Washington, marking a significant fracture in the relationship between the two once-close political allies.

Trump-Meloni Clash: A G7 Summit Photo Op Turns into a Political Storm

A significant diplomatic rift has erupted between Rome and Washington. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has abruptly canceled his scheduled visit to the United States following comments made by U.S. President Donald Trump in an interview with Italian broadcaster La7.  

In the interview, Trump claimed that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had "begged" him for a photograph during the recent G7 summit, asserting that he only obliged because he "felt sorry" for her. Prime Minister Meloni has vehemently rejected the claim, labeling it "completely fabricated" and stating, "Italy and I do not beg."


Trump's Photo Claim Ignites Transatlantic Feud With Italian PM

US President Donald Trump on Friday claimed that the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool was intentionally vandalised following a controversial and costly renovation. There were reports of a massive algae bloom and peeling paint just two weeks out from the completion of the pool’s renovation. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed that miscreants have tampered with the pool using a chemical which is “No different than the chemicals that were used on the National Mall”.&nbsp;“We’ve cleaned, renovated, and beautified over 45 Monuments and Memorials, 28 Statues, and 22 Fountains in Washington, D.C. Things are really looking good in our Nation’s Capital, and add to that the fact that when I became President, Crime was rampant, and now, Washington, D.C., is one of the Safest Cities anywhere in the United States," wrote Trump."However, we’ve had some real problems with Vandalism at the beautiful Reflecting Pool, which sits between The Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial."&nbsp;Trump referred to the recent act of vandalism in the National Mall, where “86 47” appeared in the grass, which is apparently an American cultural slang for getting rid of the President. ”Just like three days ago, they destroyed the grass outside of the Pool, they’ve also done everything possible to hurt the inside surface that was just installed" wrote Trump in the Truth Social Post. “No different than the chemicals that were used on the National Mall, they used something similar in the Reflecting Pool to try to destroy and demean our beautiful work.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/qaani-warns-israel-gaza-flood-hezbollah-lebanon-ceasefire-1781960501592">IRGC Quds Force chief Qa’ani warns Israel will be caught in ‘Gaza flood’</a>The Reflecting Pool was painted blue and refilled in recent weeks as part of the pricey renovation ordered by Trump, estimated to cost $1.8 million initially. But according to US federal contract records from the Interior Department Pool, the 2028-foot pool renovation has cost taxpayers $14.7 million to date. The algae bloom has turned the blue pool green. National Park Service (NPS) workers have deployed hydrogen peroxide to combat this spread, said the DOI official, according to a report by The Hill. Trump also claimed that the algae is 75 per cent gone, and the condition "will soon be completely remedied."“It’s a shame that the Radical Left Lunatics, most likely Dumocats, who have spent their lives trying to ruin our Country, are free to do so. Law Enforcement is actively investigating this situation, and will hopefully have it resolved soon.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Trump claimed the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was intentionally vandalised after a $14.7 million renovation, following reports of algae growth.

US President Donald Trump on Friday claimed that the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool was intentionally vandalised following a controversial and costly renovation. There were reports of a massive algae bloom and peeling paint just two weeks out from the completion of the pool’s renovation. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed that miscreants have tampered with the pool using a chemical which is “No different than the chemicals that were used on the National Mall”. “We’ve cleaned, renovated, and beautified over 45 Monuments and Memorials, 28 Statues, and 22 Fountains in Washington, D.C. Things are really looking good in our Nation’s Capital, and add to that the fact that when I became President, Crime was rampant, and now, Washington, D.C., is one of the Safest Cities anywhere in the United States," wrote Trump. "However, we’ve had some real problems with Vandalism at the beautiful Reflecting Pool, which sits between The Washington Monument and the Lincoln Memorial." Trump referred to the recent act of vandalism in the National Mall, where “86 47” appeared in the grass, which is apparently an American cultural slang for getting rid of the President. ”Just like three days ago, they destroyed the grass outside of the Pool, they’ve also done everything possible to hurt the inside surface that was just installed" wrote Trump in the Truth Social Post. “No different than the chemicals that were used on the National Mall, they used something similar in the Reflecting Pool to try to destroy and demean our beautiful work.” Also Read: IRGC Quds Force chief Qa’ani warns Israel will be caught in ‘Gaza flood’ The Reflecting Pool was painted blue and refilled in recent weeks as part of the pricey renovation ordered by Trump, estimated to cost $1.8 million initially. But according to US federal contract records from the Interior Department Pool, the 2028-foot pool renovation has cost taxpayers $14.7 million to date. The algae bloom has turned the blue pool green. National Park Service (NPS) workers have deployed hydrogen peroxide to combat this spread, said the DOI official, according to a report by The Hill. Trump also claimed that the algae is 75 per cent gone, and the condition "will soon be completely remedied." “It’s a shame that the Radical Left Lunatics, most likely Dumocats, who have spent their lives trying to ruin our Country, are free to do so. Law Enforcement is actively investigating this situation, and will hopefully have it resolved soon.”

Donald Trump claimed the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was intentionally vandalised after a $14.7 million renovation, following reports of algae growth.

Trump claims Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was vandalised after $14.7 million renovation

US President Donald Trump said that his foreign policy decision made it possible for Israel to exist. He claimed that Obama's JCPOA was a “road to a nuclear weapon”. Trump claimed that if the US B2 bombers did not attack the nuclear facilities in June 2025, then Iran would have “eviscerated” Israel. Speaking to Axios, Trump said that Israel has a “lot of respect” for him, but Netanyahu has to be kept “sane”.“I had to stop them because if they had a nuclear weapon, they would use it. And you want to see bedlam, let them blow up a couple of cities someplace, like they would've blown up Israel. If it weren't for me, Israel would not exist today because I terminated the Barack Hussein Obama deal, the JCPOA, which was a road to a nuclear weapon,” said Trump.He claimed that with the JCPOA, Iran would have had nuclear weapons five years ago, and they would have blown up Israel within the first week. These aggressive rhetorical statements mark an aggressive approach from Washington towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump, in his interview with Axios, repeatedly asserted Israel's dependence on US military capability. He said, asserting dominance over his ally, that Netanyahu worked well with him, but the US is the “one with guns”.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-iran-war-poll-trump-netanyahu-us-iran-talks-1781858555237">Only 11% of Israelis believe Israel won war with Iran and only 13% trust Trump</a>"All that enriched material, they were one month away. It was right there. They could have walked down. They can't do that anymore. You know, the B2 bombers did their job with those great pilots. That ceiling, the mountain collapsed on top of it. It collapsed on top of it. Had we not hit them, they would've had a nuclear weapon. They would've used it on Israel," said Trump.&nbsp;He further went on to express his shock at Iran targeting the Gulf countries, eventhough most of the military analysts have suggested that Iran would retaliate. But President Donald Trump's shock further shocked intelligence officials and diplomatic analysts, who categorically rejected Trump's assessment, saying that pre-war intelligence explicitly listed strikes on regional Gulf capitals as a highly probable outcome.Trump also bragged about assassinating Soleimani, whom he called a “mad genius” and “father of the roadside bombing”. Trump used the high-profile targeted killing to justify his current "victory" and the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding. He claimed that Iran failed to replicate the general, and it laid the groundwork for US “victory”.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Donald Trump claimed that Israel “would not exist today” without his decision to withdraw from the JCPOA. He also argued that Iran would have used a nuclear weapon against Israel if the sites had not been destroyed.

US President Donald Trump said that his foreign policy decision made it possible for Israel to exist. He claimed that Obama's JCPOA was a “road to a nuclear weapon”. Trump claimed that if the US B2 bombers did not attack the nuclear facilities in June 2025, then Iran would have “eviscerated” Israel. Speaking to Axios, Trump said that Israel has a “lot of respect” for him, but Netanyahu has to be kept “sane”. “I had to stop them because if they had a nuclear weapon, they would use it. And you want to see bedlam, let them blow up a couple of cities someplace, like they would've blown up Israel. If it weren't for me, Israel would not exist today because I terminated the Barack Hussein Obama deal, the JCPOA, which was a road to a nuclear weapon,” said Trump. He claimed that with the JCPOA, Iran would have had nuclear weapons five years ago, and they would have blown up Israel within the first week. These aggressive rhetorical statements mark an aggressive approach from Washington towards Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Trump, in his interview with Axios, repeatedly asserted Israel's dependence on US military capability. He said, asserting dominance over his ally, that Netanyahu worked well with him, but the US is the “one with guns”. Also Read: Only 11% of Israelis believe Israel won war with Iran and only 13% trust Trump "All that enriched material, they were one month away. It was right there. They could have walked down. They can't do that anymore. You know, the B2 bombers did their job with those great pilots. That ceiling, the mountain collapsed on top of it. It collapsed on top of it. Had we not hit them, they would've had a nuclear weapon. They would've used it on Israel," said Trump. He further went on to express his shock at Iran targeting the Gulf countries, eventhough most of the military analysts have suggested that Iran would retaliate. But President Donald Trump's shock further shocked intelligence officials and diplomatic analysts, who categorically rejected Trump's assessment, saying that pre-war intelligence explicitly listed strikes on regional Gulf capitals as a highly probable outcome. Trump also bragged about assassinating Soleimani, whom he called a “mad genius” and “father of the roadside bombing”. Trump used the high-profile targeted killing to justify his current "victory" and the US-Iran Memorandum of Understanding. He claimed that Iran failed to replicate the general, and it laid the groundwork for US “victory”.

Donald Trump claimed that Israel “would not exist today” without his decision to withdraw from the JCPOA. He also argued that Iran would have used a nuclear weapon against Israel if the sites had not been destroyed.

Trump claims Israel ‘would not exist’ without him, says US is the 'one with guns'

Donald Trump's latest interview and an upcoming book both reveal how the American president believes he is the most powerful man to ever walk on Earth. In the book "Regime Change" by The New York Times writers Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, Trump shows off a document arguing how he holds more power than Attila the Hun, Genghis Khan, Napoleon, Stalin, Mao and Hitler - the world's best-known dictators. The 80-year-old did not hesitate to place himself alongside them, showing how he sees power. The authors write, "He began reading from it, reciting the names of some of history's most powerful figures". He then explains how each "fell short of his own power as US president."&nbsp;Trump says in the book, "They didn't have airplanes, right? You couldn't travel around," referring to Alexander the Great, the Caesars and William the Conqueror, before adding, "Napoleon". He said so "with relish", the authors say. Haberman and Swan reveal that the most standout thing about Trump's words was "the evident pleasure he took in the company of Mao, Hitler, and Stalin", leaders known to have "reshaped the world through conquest and fear". &nbsp;He accepted a place among these men "through untroubled ease".Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-giorgia-meloni-big-fan-feud-g7-iran-nato-1781937705797">Trump doubles down on Giorgia Meloni saying she was a ‘big fan’ but he 'doesn't want her'</a><h2>Trump posts document calling him ‘most poweful man’ on Truth Social&nbsp;</h2>Trump also posted the same document on Truth Social on Thursday, with the caption - “Presidential Historian Dave King — Sounds good to me!” It starts off with the words, "Donald Trump is, without question, the most powerful man that the planet has ever known - by a long way." It then states that "historically, powerful men were characterised by brutal conquest and the fear that they instilled in the populations."&nbsp;

&nbsp;It adds that the "overwhelming difference" between them and Trump is "their lack of global reach", while Trump can enforce "global economic muscle" through manpower, technology and modern logistics. The "Regime Change" authors clarify that the writer is not a historian but longtime caddy and personal confidant to golfer Gary Player.&nbsp;<h2>Trump says there are 'no limits' to his power, calls himself 'the boss'</h2> During the Axios interview, Trump admitted that the Iran War had led him to discover that there are "no limits" to his power. At the recently concluded G7 Summit, Trump called himself "the boss" after walking in for a key meeting with world leaders. He has dismissed anyone who criticised his Iran deal. "If it weren't for me, Israel would not exist today," Trump told Axios. He added that he needs to keep Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "a little bit sane." He also slammed the Republicans who were unhappy with his Iran deal, saying, "Some guys that I used to respect, I don't respect anymore. They're hardliners."&nbsp; &nbsp;

US President Donald Trump believes he is the most powerful man on the planet ever, with more means available to help him reach a global population, surpassing Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan and others. He posted a document about this on Truth Social and also says so in a new book.

Donald Trump's latest interview and an upcoming book both reveal how the American president believes he is the most powerful man to ever walk on Earth. In the book "Regime Change" by The New York Times writers Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, Trump shows off a document arguing how he holds more power than Attila the Hun, Genghis Khan, Napoleon, Stalin, Mao and Hitler - the world's best-known dictators. The 80-year-old did not hesitate to place himself alongside them, showing how he sees power. The authors write, "He began reading from it, reciting the names of some of history's most powerful figures". He then explains how each "fell short of his own power as US president." Trump says in the book, "They didn't have airplanes, right? You couldn't travel around," referring to Alexander the Great, the Caesars and William the Conqueror, before adding, "Napoleon". He said so "with relish", the authors say. Haberman and Swan reveal that the most standout thing about Trump's words was "the evident pleasure he took in the company of Mao, Hitler, and Stalin", leaders known to have "reshaped the world through conquest and fear". He accepted a place among these men "through untroubled ease". Also Read: Trump doubles down on Giorgia Meloni saying she was a ‘big fan’ but he 'doesn't want her' Trump posts document calling him ‘most poweful man’ on Truth Social Trump also posted the same document on Truth Social on Thursday, with the caption - “Presidential Historian Dave King — Sounds good to me!” It starts off with the words, "Donald Trump is, without question, the most powerful man that the planet has ever known - by a long way." It then states that "historically, powerful men were characterised by brutal conquest and the fear that they instilled in the populations."

US President Donald Trump believes he is the most powerful man on the planet ever, with more means available to help him reach a global population, surpassing Alexander the Great, Genghis Khan and others. He posted a document about this on Truth Social and also says so in a new book.

Trump believes he is the 'most powerful man' on Earth EVER, a new book and Truth Social post show

The long-standing strategic alignment between Washington and Jerusalem is facing its most severe test in years. Following the Trump administration's recent memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Iran—aimed at de-escalating regional hostilities and securing the Strait of Hormuz—Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu finds himself in an increasingly isolated and precarious position.

Netanyahu Caught Between Trump and Israel's Red Lines

US President Donald Trump continued with his feud with Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as he doubled down on her, calling her a kind of "big fan", the kind which he does not want. Earlier in the week, the pair engaged in a bout when Trump said that Meloni “begged” for a picture with him at the G7 summit. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni responded by saying that she and Italy never “beg”.In a phone call with NBC News, Trump said, “She was a big fan.” He added, “But I don’t want her as a fan because she was not there — along with the NATO group — having to do with the strait.”US President Donald Trump had been growing publicly frustrated with the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Video footage from the G7 shows Trump and Meloni having a one-on-one conversation on the sofa. But Trump portrayed the interaction as something he had granted rather than sought out. “She’s probably happy I talked to her. I didn’t have to talk to her,” Trump told La7 after bringing up the topic of the Italian Prime Minister himself. The right-leaning Italian politician has been one of his closest political friends on the international stage. She was the only European leader to attend Trump's inauguration in January 2025.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-anthropic-dario-amodei-not-national-security-threat-1781701239194">'Not now, but a week ago, maybe': Trump says Anthropic not a national security threat</a>The relationship soured after the Italian Prime Minister, along with other European leader denied to rescue Trump's adventure in Iran and the resulting closure of the Strait of Hormuz. It further deteriorated when Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV for being too liberal and condemning the Iran war. Trump suggested that he should be thankful as “he wasn’t on any list to be Pope, and was only put there by the Church because he was an American." But on Friday, Giorgia Meloni seemed to have had enough of Trump; she lashed out, saying “Italy and I never beg,” adding that he treats longtime Western allies with less respect than he shows their adversaries.&nbsp;

Donald Trump intensified his feud with Italy's Giorgia Meloni. He called Meloni a “big fan” after their G7 clash, while the Italian leader fired back, insisting that “Italy and I never beg.”

US President Donald Trump continued with his feud with Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni as he doubled down on her, calling her a kind of "big fan", the kind which he does not want. Earlier in the week, the pair engaged in a bout when Trump said that Meloni “begged” for a picture with him at the G7 summit. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni responded by saying that she and Italy never “beg”. In a phone call with NBC News, Trump said, “She was a big fan.” He added, “But I don’t want her as a fan because she was not there — along with the NATO group — having to do with the strait.” US President Donald Trump had been growing publicly frustrated with the Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni. Video footage from the G7 shows Trump and Meloni having a one-on-one conversation on the sofa. But Trump portrayed the interaction as something he had granted rather than sought out. “She’s probably happy I talked to her. I didn’t have to talk to her,” Trump told La7 after bringing up the topic of the Italian Prime Minister himself. The right-leaning Italian politician has been one of his closest political friends on the international stage. She was the only European leader to attend Trump's inauguration in January 2025. Also Read: 'Not now, but a week ago, maybe': Trump says Anthropic not a national security threat The relationship soured after the Italian Prime Minister, along with other European leader denied to rescue Trump's adventure in Iran and the resulting closure of the Strait of Hormuz. It further deteriorated when Trump attacked Pope Leo XIV for being too liberal and condemning the Iran war. Trump suggested that he should be thankful as “he wasn’t on any list to be Pope, and was only put there by the Church because he was an American." But on Friday, Giorgia Meloni seemed to have had enough of Trump; she lashed out, saying “Italy and I never beg,” adding that he treats longtime Western allies with less respect than he shows their adversaries.

Donald Trump intensified his feud with Italy's Giorgia Meloni. He called Meloni a “big fan” after their G7 clash, while the Italian leader fired back, insisting that “Italy and I never beg.”

Trump doubles down on Giorgia Meloni saying she was a ‘big fan’ but he 'doesn't want her'

Following the grand unveiling of the new presidential aircraft at Joint Base Andrews on June 19, 2026, President Donald Trump signaled a busy summer of international diplomacy. Addressing the press and public while standing before the reconfigured Boeing 747-8i, the President confirmed that he has a series of high-profile global engagements on the horizon.  

Donald Trump Says He Will be Making a Lot of Trips Soon 

US President Donald Trump, in an interview with Axios, said that he did not view Anthropic or its CEO Dario Amodei as a threat to national security. In the Axios Show, Trump said, “Well, not now, but a week ago, maybe.” Trump claimed that following the lunch in the resort city of Évian-les-Bains, between the G7 leaders and leading Silicon Valley and global AI executives, he left with the impression that Amodei was "nice" and "smart.""He responded to us very quickly because you know it's a tremendous liability," Trump said to the Axios Show. "People get put in prison immediately for that. You can't play games with that. And he responded very responsibly, I thought."Trump responded to the question of whether he would leverage emergency powers under the Defence Production Act if the defence labs did not get in line. "I have the power to use a lot of things," said Trump, "But I'm not sure I have to do that."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/colonial-origins-terrorism-label-hezbollah-designation-debate-1781701240082">Who gets to define terrorism? How colonial history shapes the debate over Hezbollah's designation</a>Last week, the US imposed an export control on its most powerful AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos, on foreign nationals both inside and outside the US over the potential of “jailbreak”.&nbsp;"We are grateful to the administration for their ongoing partnership in working to get this matter resolved as quickly as possible," said Anthropic in a statement.It was discovered by Amazon security researchers and reported to the Trump administration. Anthropic responded by blocking access to Claude Mythos and Fable 5. It claimed no tester has been able to provide a “universal jailbreak”, something that can broadly bypass all the safeguards and unblock a wide range of cyber capabilities. It also asserted that perfect jailbreak resistance is not available. Some minor vulnerabilities are likely to remain."It was a competitor and a part owner that turned Anthropic in. They didn't like what they were doing. They were very concerned," Trump said of the concerns raised by Amazon. “I think so far it's been very responsible.”&nbsp;The Pentagon has already designated Anthropic as a supply chain risk. Despite a temporary restraining order issued by a federal judge in late March, the Pentagon's 180-day timeline to completely remove Anthropic's Claude models from all Department of War systems is still moving forward.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trump says Anthropic and CEO Dario Amodei are not a national security threat after G7 talks, despite recent US export controls on Fable 5 and Mythos.

US President Donald Trump, in an interview with Axios, said that he did not view Anthropic or its CEO Dario Amodei as a threat to national security. In the Axios Show, Trump said, “Well, not now, but a week ago, maybe.” Trump claimed that following the lunch in the resort city of Évian-les-Bains, between the G7 leaders and leading Silicon Valley and global AI executives, he left with the impression that Amodei was "nice" and "smart." "He responded to us very quickly because you know it's a tremendous liability," Trump said to the Axios Show. "People get put in prison immediately for that. You can't play games with that. And he responded very responsibly, I thought." Trump responded to the question of whether he would leverage emergency powers under the Defence Production Act if the defence labs did not get in line. "I have the power to use a lot of things," said Trump, "But I'm not sure I have to do that." Also Read: Who gets to define terrorism? How colonial history shapes the debate over Hezbollah's designation Last week, the US imposed an export control on its most powerful AI models, Fable 5 and Mythos, on foreign nationals both inside and outside the US over the potential of “jailbreak”. "We are grateful to the administration for their ongoing partnership in working to get this matter resolved as quickly as possible," said Anthropic in a statement. It was discovered by Amazon security researchers and reported to the Trump administration. Anthropic responded by blocking access to Claude Mythos and Fable 5. It claimed no tester has been able to provide a “universal jailbreak”, something that can broadly bypass all the safeguards and unblock a wide range of cyber capabilities. It also asserted that perfect jailbreak resistance is not available. Some minor vulnerabilities are likely to remain. "It was a competitor and a part owner that turned Anthropic in. They didn't like what they were doing. They were very concerned," Trump said of the concerns raised by Amazon. “I think so far it's been very responsible.” The Pentagon has already designated Anthropic as a supply chain risk. Despite a temporary restraining order issued by a federal judge in late March, the Pentagon's 180-day timeline to completely remove Anthropic's Claude models from all Department of War systems is still moving forward.

Trump says Anthropic and CEO Dario Amodei are not a national security threat after G7 talks, despite recent US export controls on Fable 5 and Mythos.

'Not now, but a week ago, maybe': Trump says Anthropic not a national security threat

A viral photo shows Donald Trump leaning into Brigitte Macron for a kiss on the cheek during his visit to the Palace of Versailles. The First Lady of France can be seen putting a hand in between, with a cringe expression on her face. The photo has generated quite a buzz, with Trump being mocked by netizens, and some also slamming him. However, questions are now arising whether it is real or AI-generated, since we live in a world where technology can manipulate anything. Ask Trump, and he'll tell you how many times he has done that. (Remember his Jesus Christ avatar?)<h2>AI-generated photo of Trump and Brigitte?</h2>We did some digging to ascertain the authenticity of the photo. While some people believe it is real, we can say for sure that it is AI-generated. However, it is based on something that actually transpired outside Versailles. Trump visited the palace on June 17, 2026, after the conclusion of the G7 Summit. President Emmanuel Macron and his wife hosted a dinner for the American President. It also became the setting for the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran to bring an end to the months-long war.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-does-not-know-versailles-history-critics-draw-parallels-between-iran-deal-and-last-century-s-biggest-diplomatic-blunder-at-the-same-palace-1781904638113">'Trump does not know Versailles history': Critics draw parallels between Iran deal and last century's biggest diplomatic blunder at the same palace</a><h2>The kiss that never was&nbsp;</h2>The said photo is being circulated as being taken after the dinner when Macron was greeting Trump before his departure from Versailles. Trump and Macron shared a brief hug before the former shared the customary cheek kiss greeting with Brigitte. The videos show Trump putting his hand on her shoulder once again after the kiss and leaning in, which some think was for a second kiss. Brigitte immediately steps back, after which Trump turns around and starts walking towards his car.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260620/image-1781929763387.jpg"></figure><h2>Watch the video of Trump and Brigitte Macron for the full picture</h2>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">President Trump pulls in Brigitte Macron to kiss her. <a href="https://t.co/nIHCTPkJvP">pic.twitter.com/nIHCTPkJvP</a>&mdash; Acyn (@Acyn) <a href="https://x.com/Acyn/status/2067383562945589719?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 17, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The viral photo is an apparent dig at this incident. Another clue lies in Brigitte's dress. She wore a black dress with white detailing on the neck. However, the sleeves of her dress in the photo are white. So clearly, the photo is not real. However, it is generating buzz on social media.<h2>The Palace of Versailles dinner and MoU</h2>Macron's invitation to Trump for the dinner at Versailles is being described as a clever ploy to keep Trump in France for a longer time to avoid an abrupt departure from the international summit. Before the dinner, Trump expressed his love for all things ornate and grand. "I'm a fan of beautiful places... And Versailles is not a gold leaf. Versailles is the real deal," he told reporters.Using Versailles for the signing of the MoU also garnered flak from critics. The Palace of Versailles was the setting for the signing of the 1919 Treaty of Versailles, which many believe sowed the seeds for World War II. Critics used this parallel to argue that the new MoU merely delayed a larger inevitable conflict in the Middle East. &nbsp;

Did Donald Trump and Brigitte Macron share an awkward kiss moment outside the Palace of Versailles as suggested by a viral photo? A quick analysis reveals the truth behind the photo, but there is also a backstory. Here is what we found.

A viral photo shows Donald Trump leaning into Brigitte Macron for a kiss on the cheek during his visit to the Palace of Versailles. The First Lady of France can be seen putting a hand in between, with a cringe expression on her face. The photo has generated quite a buzz, with Trump being mocked by netizens, and some also slamming him. However, questions are now arising whether it is real or AI-generated, since we live in a world where technology can manipulate anything. Ask Trump, and he'll tell you how many times he has done that. (Remember his Jesus Christ avatar?) AI-generated photo of Trump and Brigitte? We did some digging to ascertain the authenticity of the photo. While some people believe it is real, we can say for sure that it is AI-generated. However, it is based on something that actually transpired outside Versailles. Trump visited the palace on June 17, 2026, after the conclusion of the G7 Summit. President Emmanuel Macron and his wife hosted a dinner for the American President. It also became the setting for the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the US and Iran to bring an end to the months-long war. Also Read: 'Trump does not know Versailles history': Critics draw parallels between Iran deal and last century's biggest diplomatic blunder at the same palace The kiss that never was The said photo is being circulated as being taken after the dinner when Macron was greeting Trump before his departure from Versailles. Trump and Macron shared a brief hug before the former shared the customary cheek kiss greeting with Brigitte. The videos show Trump putting his hand on her shoulder once again after the kiss and leaning in, which some think was for a second kiss. Brigitte immediately steps back, after which Trump turns around and starts walking towards his car. Watch the video of Trump and Brigitte Macron for the full picture

Did Donald Trump and Brigitte Macron share an awkward kiss moment outside the Palace of Versailles as suggested by a viral photo? A quick analysis reveals the truth behind the photo, but there is also a backstory. Here is what we found.

Fact Check: Viral photo shows Trump leaning in for a kiss with Brigitte Macron. Here is the full truth

Following the signing of a preliminary memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at de-escalating the conflict in West Asia, President Donald Trump has set a firm "60-day deadline" for follow-up negotiations with Iran.

Trump Warns of Harsh Measures if No Deal Reached Within 60 Days 

President Donald Trump has struck back against bipartisan criticism of the newly signed memorandum of understanding between the United States and Iran. Following the formal signing of the 14-point agreement at the Palace of Versailles, the President took to social media to lash out at critics, labeling opponents of the deal as "fools" who are "jealous, bad people, or stupid."


US-Iran Peace Deal: US President Dismisses Criticism of 60-Day Agreement with Iran

A significant diplomatic rift has erupted between Rome and Washington. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has abruptly canceled his scheduled visit to the United States following comments made by U.S. President Donald Trump in an interview with Italian broadcaster La7.  

In the interview, Trump claimed that Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni had "begged" him for a photograph during the recent G7 summit, asserting that he only obliged because he "felt sorry" for her. Prime Minister Meloni has vehemently rejected the claim, labeling it "completely fabricated" and stating, "Italy and I do not beg."

Italy's FM Cancels US Visit Over Trump's Alleged Comments on Meloni

A new aircraft gifted by Qatar to serve as a replacement for transporting US presidents was officially unveiled by the US Air Force on Friday. Announcing the development, the Air Force said, "The Air Force’s VC-25B Bridge aircraft has officially arrived at the Presidential Airlift Group and will commence its initial commissioning flights, marking the successful delivery of a secure, modified executive platform."&nbsp;The aircraft, which is valued at hundreds of millions of dollars, has attracted scrutiny since it was offered by Qatar. The gift has sparked ethical, constitutional and security concerns in the United States.<h2>Trump praises the ‘unique’ aircraft</h2>US President Donald Trump stepped down from the massive aircraft inside a hangar at Joint Base Andrews, the military base outside Washington that has long served as the presidential airport. He greeted Air Force officials before addressing a gathering of service members.&nbsp;Praising the aircraft, Trump said, "There will never be one like this. This is very unique. This is considered the world's most luxurious plane."&nbsp;"When it was built, it was built at a level that will probably never be seen again," he added.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">Video: U.S. President Donald Trump makes inaugural exit from the Boeing 747 which will serve as Air Force One. <a href="https://t.co/kfbQA3g8NX">https://t.co/kfbQA3g8NX</a> <a href="https://t.co/XLD70EHner">pic.twitter.com/XLD70EHner</a>&mdash; Open Source Intel (@Osint613) <a href="https://x.com/Osint613/status/2068063802776494495?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The US President has previously defended accepting the aircraft, saying it would be "stupid" to reject the gift. His remarks that the jet could eventually be donated to his presidential library also added to the debate surrounding the transfer.&nbsp;The replacement of the presidential aircraft has remained a priority for Trump since his first term in office. The current planes have been in service since the 1990s and are among the most recognisable aircraft in the world.&nbsp;A day before the unveiling, White House officials bid farewell to one of the two heavily modified Boeing 747 aircraft that have carried US presidents for decades, fuelling expectations that the new jet would soon be introduced.&nbsp;The newly unveiled aircraft features a navy blue lower section, a thin red stripe and a blue upper body. This differs from the blue and white exterior of the aircraft it is replacing.Any aircraft carrying the US president officially uses the call sign Air Force One during the flight.&nbsp;Meanwhile, the US government continues to work with Boeing on the delivery of two new 747-8 aircraft for the presidential fleet. However, the programme has faced repeated delays and rising costs.

Despite ethical, constitutional and security concerns surrounding the gift, Trump defended accepting the aircraft, arguing that rejecting it would be unwise and describing it as one of the most luxurious planes ever built.

A new aircraft gifted by Qatar to serve as a replacement for transporting US presidents was officially unveiled by the US Air Force on Friday. Announcing the development, the Air Force said, "The Air Force’s VC-25B Bridge aircraft has officially arrived at the Presidential Airlift Group and will commence its initial commissioning flights, marking the successful delivery of a secure, modified executive platform." The aircraft, which is valued at hundreds of millions of dollars, has attracted scrutiny since it was offered by Qatar. The gift has sparked ethical, constitutional and security concerns in the United States. Trump praises the ‘unique’ aircraft US President Donald Trump stepped down from the massive aircraft inside a hangar at Joint Base Andrews, the military base outside Washington that has long served as the presidential airport. He greeted Air Force officials before addressing a gathering of service members. Praising the aircraft, Trump said, "There will never be one like this. This is very unique. This is considered the world's most luxurious plane." "When it was built, it was built at a level that will probably never be seen again," he added.

Despite ethical, constitutional and security concerns surrounding the gift, Trump defended accepting the aircraft, arguing that rejecting it would be unwise and describing it as one of the most luxurious planes ever built.

Watch: 'World's most luxurious plane' gifted by Qatar to Trump unveiled as presidential aircraft

US President Donald Trump on Friday denied the Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s claim that the US signed the agreement with Tehran this week “out of desperation” and said Iran is “finished” and that it would not get even ten cents from the United States.&nbsp;“We didn’t meet out of desperation, Iran did. They are FINISHED!” Trump said in a Truth Social post, signalling a hardline stance as diplomatic efforts continue.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;The president said the US would continue with its current timeline and “play out” the 60-day negotiation period laid out in the memorandum of understanding with Iran but would not provide any financial relief to Tehran.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-and-hezbollah-agree-to-ceasefire-starting-friday-after-latest-flare-up-says-report-citing-us-official-1781877376072">Israel and Hezbollah agree to ceasefire starting Friday after latest flare-up, says report citing US official</a>&nbsp;“We’ll play out the 60 days. They get no money, not ten cents!” Trump added, claiming the war had devastated Iran’s military capabilities and left it without an air force, navy or key defence systems.Trump also dismissed criticism from political opponents and argued that the war had dramatically reduced Iran’s military strength.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/astonished-meloni-rebuffs-trump-s-g7-photo-begging-story-calls-it-completely-made-up-1781874933436">‘Astonished’ Meloni rebuffs Trump’s G7 photo ‘begging’ story, calls it ‘completely made up’</a>&nbsp;“The War has diminished Iran! It doesn’t, any longer, have an Air Force, a Navy, Antiaircraft Equipment, Radar, or practically anything else,” Trump wrote.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

The US president also took aim at Democrats, mocking their insinuations that Iran may be in a stronger position than it was months ago. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-s-anti-hate-legislation-comes-into-effect-will-reign-in-pro-khalistan-elements-anti-semites-1781869993056">Canada’s anti-hate legislation comes into effect, will rein in pro-Khalistan elements, anti-Semites</a> “Yet the Democrats say that Iran is better off now than it was four months ago. Can you imagine getting away with that??? How stupid can some people be???” the US president said. Trump’s comments underscore his administration’s insistence that pressure on Iran has produced results, even as critics question whether the strategy can deliver a lasting settlement.

President Donald Trump said the US would continue with its current timeline and “play out” the 60-day negotiation period laid out in the MoU but would not provide any financial relief to Tehran. He also mocked Democrats’ insinuations that Iran may be in a stronger position than before war.

US President Donald Trump on Friday denied the Iranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei’s claim that the US signed the agreement with Tehran this week “out of desperation” and said Iran is “finished” and that it would not get even ten cents from the United States. “We didn’t meet out of desperation, Iran did. They are FINISHED!” Trump said in a Truth Social post, signalling a hardline stance as diplomatic efforts continue.

President Donald Trump said the US would continue with its current timeline and “play out” the 60-day negotiation period laid out in the MoU but would not provide any financial relief to Tehran. He also mocked Democrats’ insinuations that Iran may be in a stronger position than before war.

‘They are finished! They get no money, not ten cents!’: Trump rejects Iran’s claim of being desperate

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Friday strongly rejected claims made by US President Donald Trump that she had “begged” him to take a photograph with her during the recent G7 summit and said the story was totally fabricated.&nbsp;Meloni said she was astonished by Trump’s comments, which she described as “completely made up” and an unnecessary slight against a long-standing ally.&nbsp;In an interview with Italian television channel La7 after the G7 summit in France, Trump reportedly suggested that Meloni was very eager to be photographed with him and that he had only agreed out of sympathy.Video footage from the summit showed the two leaders sitting together and engaged in an extended conversation.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-s-anti-hate-legislation-comes-into-effect-will-reign-in-pro-khalistan-elements-anti-semites-1781869993056">Canada’s anti-hate legislation comes into effect, will rein in pro-Khalistan elements, anti-Semites</a><h2>‘Completely made up. I am frankly astonished’: Meloni</h2>&nbsp;Meloni dismissed Trump’s claims in a strongly worded statement, saying, “Donald Trump’s statements are completely made up. I am frankly astonished.”&nbsp;The Italian PM also criticised what she described as Trump’s tendency to treat allies more harshly than geopolitical rivals.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Io e l’Italia non imploriamo mai. <a href="https://t.co/sTpKlqWB67">pic.twitter.com/sTpKlqWB67</a>&mdash; Giorgia Meloni (@GiorgiaMeloni) <a href="https://x.com/GiorgiaMeloni/status/2067917590945788408?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/right-to-walk-on-secured-footpaths-a-fundamental-right-says-sc-tells-govt-to-frame-law-1781866467647">Right to walk on secured footpaths a fundamental right, says SC; tells govt to frame law</a>&nbsp;“I can only say it is disappointing that he does not show the same determination with the enemies of the West and of the United States, whose leaders he instead treats with far greater indulgence,” she said.Meloni concluded her response with a pointed message: “There is one thing he should remember: neither I nor Italy ever beg.”&nbsp;Trump had suggested in the interview that he indulged Meloni by chatting with her. “She’s probably happy I talked to her. I didn’t have to talk to her,” Trump was quoted as saying by La7 TV channel.“She begged me to take a picture with her. She wanted a picture with me so badly. I wouldn’t have taken it, but I felt sorry for her,” Trump said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-showed-desperation-for-deal-says-mojtaba-khamenei-hails-iranian-officials-efforts-1781808381038">‘Trump showed desperation for deal,’ says Mojtaba Khamenei, hails Iranian officials’ efforts</a>&nbsp;The exchange marks a significant deterioration in relations between the two right-wing leaders.Meloni was once among Trump’s strongest supporters in Europe and had even attended his inauguration in 2025. However, tensions grew this year after disagreements over the Iran conflict and Trump’s criticism of Pope Leo.&nbsp;As the war escalated, Meloni increasingly distanced herself from Trump, prompting a sharp response from the US leader, who accused her of lacking courage.&nbsp;<h2>Italy FM cancels US visit, says whole of Italy offended</h2>&nbsp;The war of words escalated as Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani announced the cancellation of a planned visit to the United States next week, describing Trump’s comments as offensive not only to Meloni but also to Italy as a whole.“The serious and offensive words of President Trump towards Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni offend the whole of Italy,” Tajani wrote on social media.&nbsp;&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Le gravi e offensive parole del Presidente Trump nei confronti del Presidente del Consiglio Giorgia Meloni offendono tutta l’Italia. Per questo motivo ho deciso di annullare la mia visita negli Stati Uniti prevista per i prossimi 21 e 22 giugno.&mdash; Antonio Tajani (@Antonio_Tajani) <a href="https://x.com/Antonio_Tajani/status/2067915395764244672?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 19, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-not-merely-preparing-for-future-it-is-actively-shaping-it-pm-modi-tells-diaspora-in-paris-1781803373772">‘India not merely preparing for future, it is actively shaping it,’ PM Modi tells diaspora in Paris</a>&nbsp;<h2>‘US president succeeded in making America less popular across Europe’</h2>&nbsp;The dispute also prompted an unusually blunt intervention from Giovanbattista Fazzolari, one of Meloni’s closest political allies.Fazzolari accused Trump of damaging transatlantic relations and undermining historic ties between Europe and the United States.He said the US president had succeeded in making America less popular across Europe and warned that such rhetoric was harming both European and American interests.

The war of words escalated as Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani announced the cancellation of a planned visit to the United States next week, describing President Donald Trump’s comments as offensive not only to PM Giorgia Meloni but also to Italy as a whole.

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni on Friday strongly rejected claims made by US President Donald Trump that she had “begged” him to take a photograph with her during the recent G7 summit and said the story was totally fabricated. Meloni said she was astonished by Trump’s comments, which she described as “completely made up” and an unnecessary slight against a long-standing ally. In an interview with Italian television channel La7 after the G7 summit in France, Trump reportedly suggested that Meloni was very eager to be photographed with him and that he had only agreed out of sympathy. Video footage from the summit showed the two leaders sitting together and engaged in an extended conversation. Also Read: Canada’s anti-hate legislation comes into effect, will rein in pro-Khalistan elements, anti-Semites ‘Completely made up. I am frankly astonished’: Meloni Meloni dismissed Trump’s claims in a strongly worded statement, saying, “Donald Trump’s statements are completely made up. I am frankly astonished.” The Italian PM also criticised what she described as Trump’s tendency to treat allies more harshly than geopolitical rivals.

The war of words escalated as Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani announced the cancellation of a planned visit to the United States next week, describing President Donald Trump’s comments as offensive not only to PM Giorgia Meloni but also to Italy as a whole.

‘Astonished’ Meloni rebuffs Trump’s G7 photo ‘begging’ story, calls it ‘completely made up’

After nearly four decades ferrying US presidents around the world, the iconic aircraft made what officials called its final journey. Its retirement has fuelled speculation that a controversial Qatari-donated Boeing 747 could soon become the new presidential jet. 

After nearly four decades ferrying US presidents around the world, the iconic aircraft made what officials called its final journey. Its retirement has fuelled speculation that a controversial Qatari-donated Boeing 747 could soon become the new presidential jet.&nbsp;

'Farewell and thank you': Air Force One to be replaced by Qatari jet soon? Look at the aircraft that carried seven US presidents

A poll by Israeli channel 12 shows that only 11 per cent of people believe that Israel won the war with Iran, and only 13 per cent consider that US President Donald Trump will look after Israeli interests in an agreement with Iran. It suggests that only 24 per cent of Israelis believe that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's conduct helped Israel in the US-Iran negotiations.&nbsp;According to Channel 12, 52 per cent of Israelis feel that Netanyahu's conduct has not helped Israel in the US-Iran negotiations, and while 24 per cent of Israelis say it helped, and 24 per cent said they did not know. Around 43 per cent of Israelis believe that Israel lost the war, and around 41 per cent felt it remained inconclusive. Around 71 per cent did not trust President Trump to look out for Israeli interests in the agreement, a stark decrease from 62 per cent last week.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/mumbai-best-strike-workers-demands-bus-services-disruption-explained-1781853776979">Mumbai BEST strike: Key demands of workers and impact on daily commuters</a>The poll follows the growing rift between the US and Israeli leadership, which launched a joint offensive on Iran on February 28. The poll is a stark departure from the robust support enjoyed by the US President Donald Trump from Israeli. The relationship has soured with the US, completely excluding Israeli leadership from the peace negotiations with Iran and Israel disregarding its ally by continuing disproportionate attacks on Lebanon. US President Donald Trump has openly criticised, saying Israel needs to be "more responsible with respect to Lebanon", and recently, in a phone call, US President Donald Trump used curse words for Netanyahu and called him “crazy” for attacking Lebanon, which were targeted to derail the peace talks in Lebanon.&nbsp;These questions were part of a survey where Israelis were asked who they would vote for if the elections of October were to be held now. The poll said that the Zionist opposition parties would win more seats compared to the Netanyahu-led bloc of right-wing and religious parties, but might fall short of the 61-seat majority needed for the government. Despite the public criticism of Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump has reportedly said to KAN Broadcaster, “I’ll have to look at who’s running, but I like Bibi very much. I would be most likely to endorse him.”&nbsp;&nbsp;

A Channel 12 poll shows only 11% of Israelis believe Israel won the war with Iran, while most respondents say Benjamin Netanyahu did not help in US-Iran negotiations and distrust Donald Trump to protect Israeli interests.

A poll by Israeli channel 12 shows that only 11 per cent of people believe that Israel won the war with Iran, and only 13 per cent consider that US President Donald Trump will look after Israeli interests in an agreement with Iran. It suggests that only 24 per cent of Israelis believe that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's conduct helped Israel in the US-Iran negotiations. According to Channel 12, 52 per cent of Israelis feel that Netanyahu's conduct has not helped Israel in the US-Iran negotiations, and while 24 per cent of Israelis say it helped, and 24 per cent said they did not know. Around 43 per cent of Israelis believe that Israel lost the war, and around 41 per cent felt it remained inconclusive. Around 71 per cent did not trust President Trump to look out for Israeli interests in the agreement, a stark decrease from 62 per cent last week. Also Read: Mumbai BEST strike: Key demands of workers and impact on daily commuters The poll follows the growing rift between the US and Israeli leadership, which launched a joint offensive on Iran on February 28. The poll is a stark departure from the robust support enjoyed by the US President Donald Trump from Israeli. The relationship has soured with the US, completely excluding Israeli leadership from the peace negotiations with Iran and Israel disregarding its ally by continuing disproportionate attacks on Lebanon. US President Donald Trump has openly criticised, saying Israel needs to be "more responsible with respect to Lebanon", and recently, in a phone call, US President Donald Trump used curse words for Netanyahu and called him “crazy” for attacking Lebanon, which were targeted to derail the peace talks in Lebanon. These questions were part of a survey where Israelis were asked who they would vote for if the elections of October were to be held now. The poll said that the Zionist opposition parties would win more seats compared to the Netanyahu-led bloc of right-wing and religious parties, but might fall short of the 61-seat majority needed for the government. Despite the public criticism of Netanyahu, US President Donald Trump has reportedly said to KAN Broadcaster, “I’ll have to look at who’s running, but I like Bibi very much. I would be most likely to endorse him.”

A Channel 12 poll shows only 11% of Israelis believe Israel won the war with Iran, while most respondents say Benjamin Netanyahu did not help in US-Iran negotiations and distrust Donald Trump to protect Israeli interests.

Only 11% of Israelis believe Israel won war with Iran and only 13% trust Trump

In a characteristically candid moment during a recent public appearance, President Donald Trump sparked conversation by revealing he had considered awarding himself the Presidential Medal of Freedom. During the lighthearted yet headline-grabbing exchange, the President noted that while he felt his administration's accomplishments warranted the honor, he was ultimately advised that he could not—and should not—bestow the nation's highest civilian honor upon himself.


Trump: Wanted to Give Medal to Myself, But Was Told I Couldn't

Washington's most predictable drama has flipped. For over a year, President Donald Trump branded Jerome Powell a "knucklehead" for refusing to cut interest rates. On Wednesday, with new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh holding rates steady at his very first meeting, and half the Fed signalling a possible rate hike, Trump's reaction from Paris was: "It's all right. Whatever."

On Wednesday, President Trump, referring to new Fed boss Kevin Warsh, said: "We have a very good guy over there now, so I'm guided by what he wants."

The Fed left rates unchanged, with about half the members signalling the next move to be a hike rather than a cut. So Trump's comment is not policy alignment, but a relationship pivot.

Trump Blinks as Fed Holds & Inflation Bites

US President Donald Trump's controversial $13.1 million vanity project - the overhaul of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has taken a turn for the worse. The project, which Trump spent months bragging would reflect a specifically chosen shade of "American flag blue" for 100 years, has already turned green with algae, not even 24 hours after the project was completed. Not just that, already the blue coating has started coming off, with visitors now snagging pieces to take home as souvenirs.<h2>'American flag blue' turns puke green</h2>Trump had championed the project for months, arguing that the pool's traditional grey appearance should be replaced with what he described as an "American flag blue" finish. The coating was also intended to serve as a long-term sealant for the historic structure, which officials say loses millions of gallons of water annually through leaks.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/g7-hot-mic-moment-catches-us-ally-s-difficult-trump-confession-here-s-what-happened-macron-zelensky-russia-war-1781663838986">G7 Summit hot-mic moment catches US ally's 'difficult' Trump confession. Here's what happened | WATCH</a>However, now, visitors to the National Mall are reportedly finding large sheets of the blue coating floating on the surface of the water. According to HuffPost, some tourists have even begun collecting the material as souvenirs. The reports stand in contrast to Trump's earlier claims about the durability of the project.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Holy shit!! There are huge chunks of blue paint coming off the reflecting pool already… It seems the peroxide loosened things up, yikes!! THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION IS A COMPLETE AND TOTAL FAILURE. <a href="https://t.co/vqnlOBlhxF">pic.twitter.com/vqnlOBlhxF</a>&mdash; ᗰᗩƳᖇᗩ (@LePapillonBlu2) <a href="https://x.com/LePapillonBlu2/status/2067600320285299063?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 18, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"This was highly sophisticated material, industrial strength, that could last for 100 years," Trump wrote on Truth Social earlier this month while praising the contractor and the quality of the coating.<h2>Project cost American taxpayers seven times the original cost</h2>The renovation has also drawn attention because of its cost. Trump initially suggested the work would cost around $1.8 million. However, federal records later showed that the Virginia-based contractor, Atlantic Industrial Coatings, received a $13.1 million contract.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-trying-to-take-out-competition-newsom-alleges-doj-probe-is-politically-driven-they-chose-a-target-and-went-looking-for-a-crime-1781661000750">Trump trying to take out competition? Newsom alleges DOJ probe is politically driven: They 'chose a target and went looking for a crime'</a>Documents obtained by The New York Times reportedly showed the company charging a profit margin of about 20 per cent, significantly higher than the 6 to 12 per cent typically seen in comparable federal construction projects.The contract has faced additional scrutiny because federal officials approved it without seeking competing bids. Trump further complicated matters by offering conflicting explanations about how the contractor was selected.In April, he told reporters he had chosen the company because it had worked on a swimming pool at one of his golf clubs in Virginia. Later, he denied any involvement in the selection process, saying the Interior Department awarded the contract to a company he had never worked with.Meanwhile, federal workers continue efforts to tackle the algae outbreak that emerged shortly after the pool was refilled. Crews have been vacuuming algae from the bottom of the pool and deploying hydrogen peroxide and ozone-based treatment systems to improve water quality.

What was supposed to be a 100-year fix for Washington's iconic Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is already drawing ridicule. Just days after the completion of Donald Trump's $13.1 million renovation project, the pool's "American flag blue" coating has reportedly begun peeling off.

US President Donald Trump's controversial $13.1 million vanity project - the overhaul of the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool has taken a turn for the worse. The project, which Trump spent months bragging would reflect a specifically chosen shade of "American flag blue" for 100 years, has already turned green with algae, not even 24 hours after the project was completed. Not just that, already the blue coating has started coming off, with visitors now snagging pieces to take home as souvenirs. 'American flag blue' turns puke green Trump had championed the project for months, arguing that the pool's traditional grey appearance should be replaced with what he described as an "American flag blue" finish. The coating was also intended to serve as a long-term sealant for the historic structure, which officials say loses millions of gallons of water annually through leaks. Also read | G7 Summit hot-mic moment catches US ally's 'difficult' Trump confession. Here's what happened | WATCH However, now, visitors to the National Mall are reportedly finding large sheets of the blue coating floating on the surface of the water. According to HuffPost, some tourists have even begun collecting the material as souvenirs. The reports stand in contrast to Trump's earlier claims about the durability of the project.

What was supposed to be a 100-year fix for Washington's iconic Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is already drawing ridicule. Just days after the completion of Donald Trump's $13.1 million renovation project, the pool's "American flag blue" coating has reportedly begun peeling off.

'Holy s**t!!': American flag blue turning puke green, huge chunks of paint peeling—Trump's reflecting pool is already falling apart | WATCH

Following months of intense conflict that disrupted global energy markets, President Donald Trump has announced a major interim Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at ending the war between the United States and Iran. Signed this June 2026, the deal establishes a framework for an immediate ceasefire on all fronts—including Lebanon and Israel—and facilitates the reopening of the critical Strait of Hormuz.


US-Iran Peace Deal: President Trump Urges Regional Players to Honour Truce

In his first remarks after the signing of the US-Iran MoU, the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said Iranian officials made extensive efforts out of compassion and goodwill to reach a memorandum of understanding with the US, while the American president used various leverage points out of desperation.&nbsp;“The passionate and loyal Iranian nation, as you have been informed, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the presidents of Iran and America,” Ayatollah Khamenei said in a written message released on Thursday.&nbsp;“In the course of reaching this stage, officials, out of compassion and goodwill, made many efforts, and of course it was the US president who, out of desperation, was using various leverage points for this purpose,” he added in the message that was read out on state TV.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-not-merely-preparing-for-future-it-is-actively-shaping-it-pm-modi-tells-diaspora-in-paris-1781803373772">‘India not merely preparing for future, it is actively shaping it,’ PM Modi tells diaspora in Paris</a><h2>‘Initially held a different view but authorised the agreement later’: Mojtaba</h2>&nbsp;The MoU, signed remotely by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, calls for a permanent end to hostilities across all fronts, the removal of the US naval blockade within 30 days, the restoration of commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a reconstruction plan worth at least $300 billion, and the lifting of US sanctions.&nbsp;Khamenei, who has not been seen in public since the war began, said he had initially held a different view but authorised the agreement based on commitments made by President Masoud Pezeshkian, who as head of the Supreme National Security Council pledged on behalf of himself and other members to safeguard the rights of the Iranian nation and the resistance front.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/telegram-being-used-for-carrying-out-cyberattacks-circulating-child-porn-drug-trade-govt-tells-delhi-high-court-1781779733996">Telegram being used for carrying out cyberattacks, circulating child porn, drug trade: Govt tells Delhi High Court</a>&nbsp;“I, as a matter of principle, held a different view; however, out of the commitment that the esteemed president—as the head of the Supreme National Security Council—gave to me on his own behalf and on behalf of the other members regarding the safeguarding of the rights of the Iranian nation and the Resistance Front and his explicit acceptance of that responsibility, I granted my permission,” Khamenei said in the statement.&nbsp;<h2>‘Will not accept any excessive US demands’</h2>&nbsp;Pezeshkian also stated that he will not accept any excessive US demands, the leader said.“From this moment, we — meaning you, the proud nation, and this humble servant — will await the fulfillment of the stated conditions. But it is obvious that the in-person negotiations that will take place in the future will not mean accepting the enemy’s view,” Khamenei said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/former-pm-s-son-an-ex-rajya-sabha-mp-duped-of-rs-7-80-crore-in-cyber-fraud-1781784940388">Former PM’s son, an ex-Rajya Sabha MP, duped of Rs 7.80 crore in cyber fraud</a>&nbsp;“We hope that the blessed prayers of our Master [Imam Mahdi] (may God hasten his noble reappearance) will bring all kinds of victories and triumphs for the honourable nation of Iran.”Under the MoU, the two sides have entered a 60-day negotiation period, with the goal of reaching a comprehensive final agreement. In-person negotiations are scheduled to begin on June 19 in Switzerland, with Pakistan and Qatar serving as mediators.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/spanish-mep-irene-montero-slams-eu-for-inaction-takes-happy-birthday-mr-genocide-jab-at-trump-1781792360362">Spanish MEP Irene Montero slams EU for inaction, takes ‘Happy Birthday, Mr Genocide’ jab at Trump</a>&nbsp;Khamenei’s father, the previous supreme leader, was killed in a joint Israeli and US strike at the beginning of the war. Khamenei himself is believed to have suffered serious injuries in the attack and has not been seen in public since the war began on Feb. 28.&nbsp;The Trump administration has said if Iran does not uphold the conditions of the 14-point MoU it will return to bombing the country.

Mojtaba Khamenei’s father, the previous supreme leader, was killed in a joint Israeli and US strike at the beginning of the war. Khamenei himself is believed to have suffered serious injuries in the attack and has not been seen in public since the war began on Feb. 28.

In his first remarks after the signing of the US-Iran MoU, the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, said Iranian officials made extensive efforts out of compassion and goodwill to reach a memorandum of understanding with the US, while the American president used various leverage points out of desperation. “The passionate and loyal Iranian nation, as you have been informed, a memorandum of understanding was signed between the presidents of Iran and America,” Ayatollah Khamenei said in a written message released on Thursday. “In the course of reaching this stage, officials, out of compassion and goodwill, made many efforts, and of course it was the US president who, out of desperation, was using various leverage points for this purpose,” he added in the message that was read out on state TV. Also Read: ‘India not merely preparing for future, it is actively shaping it,’ PM Modi tells diaspora in Paris ‘Initially held a different view but authorised the agreement later’: Mojtaba The MoU, signed remotely by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump on Wednesday, calls for a permanent end to hostilities across all fronts, the removal of the US naval blockade within 30 days, the restoration of commercial traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, a reconstruction plan worth at least $300 billion, and the lifting of US sanctions. Khamenei, who has not been seen in public since the war began, said he had initially held a different view but authorised the agreement based on commitments made by President Masoud Pezeshkian, who as head of the Supreme National Security Council pledged on behalf of himself and other members to safeguard the rights of the Iranian nation and the resistance front. Also Read: Telegram being used for carrying out cyberattacks, circulating child porn, drug trade: Govt tells Delhi High Court “I, as a matter of principle, held a different view; however, out of the commitment that the esteemed president—as the head of the Supreme National Security Council—gave to me on his own behalf and on behalf of the other members regarding the safeguarding of the rights of the Iranian nation and the Resistance Front and his explicit acceptance of that responsibility, I granted my permission,” Khamenei said in the statement. ‘Will not accept any excessive US demands’ Pezeshkian also stated that he will not accept any excessive US demands, the leader said. “From this moment, we — meaning you, the proud nation, and this humble servant — will await the fulfillment of the stated conditions. But it is obvious that the in-person negotiations that will take place in the future will not mean accepting the enemy’s view,” Khamenei said. Also Read: Former PM’s son, an ex-Rajya Sabha MP, duped of Rs 7.80 crore in cyber fraud “We hope that the blessed prayers of our Master [Imam Mahdi] (may God hasten his noble reappearance) will bring all kinds of victories and triumphs for the honourable nation of Iran.” Under the MoU, the two sides have entered a 60-day negotiation period, with the goal of reaching a comprehensive final agreement. In-person negotiations are scheduled to begin on June 19 in Switzerland, with Pakistan and Qatar serving as mediators. Also Read: Spanish MEP Irene Montero slams EU for inaction, takes ‘Happy Birthday, Mr Genocide’ jab at Trump Khamenei’s father, the previous supreme leader, was killed in a joint Israeli and US strike at the beginning of the war. Khamenei himself is believed to have suffered serious injuries in the attack and has not been seen in public since the war began on Feb. 28. The Trump administration has said if Iran does not uphold the conditions of the 14-point MoU it will return to bombing the country.

Mojtaba Khamenei’s father, the previous supreme leader, was killed in a joint Israeli and US strike at the beginning of the war. Khamenei himself is believed to have suffered serious injuries in the attack and has not been seen in public since the war began on Feb. 28.

‘Trump showed desperation for deal,’ says Mojtaba Khamenei, hails Iranian officials’ efforts

US President Donald Trump confirmed that Apple will collaborate with Intel to design and manufacture semiconductor chips within the United States. Announcing the development on the Truth Social platform, Trump stressed that it is not just important to design chips but to produce chips domestically. Trump also claimed that the US government acquired 10 per cent equity in Intel, helping the company's overall valuation to shoot up to USD600 billion from USD100 billion. Consequently, the US government's holding in the company is now over USD60 billion in just nine months. Trump argued that the United States must rebuild its semiconductor manufacturing base, criticising previous administrations for allowing production capacity to shift overseas, particularly to Taiwan. The partnership would provide Apple with greater supply-chain diversification, as the company currently depends heavily on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company for the production of its most advanced chips.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-uk-uae-imposes-social-media-ban-on-under-15s-becomes-first-arab-nation-to-do-so-1781784541127">After UK, UAE imposes Social Media ban on under-15s, becomes first Arab nation to do so</a><h3>Preliminary agreement</h3>A report by the Wall Street Journal in May said the two companies had reached a preliminary agreement, although specific details remained unclear. The move comes as Washington seeks to strengthen critical technology supply chains and reduce dependence on China amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. "First, we helped bring in Nvidia, and they agreed to build their first level Chips with Intel," Trump said in the Truth Social post and added that Musk also agreed to build the TerraFab in the US. Intel is on the stage of coming up with the most advanced chip node 18A-P that signals customers about readiness for cutting-edge innovation needed for advanced chips. "Our updates and presentations at VLSI signal to Intel Foundry customers and partners that we are fully committed to leading edge process innovation over the long term," said Naga Chandrasekaran, executive vice president and general manager of Intel Foundry. "This is a journey, and while we have more work ahead, we appreciate the opportunity to share the progress we are making with Intel 18A-P and our longer-range R&amp;D," he added.

Trump argued that the United States must rebuild its semiconductor manufacturing base, criticising previous administrations for allowing production capacity to shift overseas, particularly to Taiwan. 

US President Donald Trump confirmed that Apple will collaborate with Intel to design and manufacture semiconductor chips within the United States. Announcing the development on the Truth Social platform, Trump stressed that it is not just important to design chips but to produce chips domestically. Trump also claimed that the US government acquired 10 per cent equity in Intel, helping the company's overall valuation to shoot up to USD600 billion from USD100 billion. Consequently, the US government's holding in the company is now over USD60 billion in just nine months. Trump argued that the United States must rebuild its semiconductor manufacturing base, criticising previous administrations for allowing production capacity to shift overseas, particularly to Taiwan. The partnership would provide Apple with greater supply-chain diversification, as the company currently depends heavily on Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company for the production of its most advanced chips. Also read: After UK, UAE imposes Social Media ban on under-15s, becomes first Arab nation to do so Preliminary agreement A report by the Wall Street Journal in May said the two companies had reached a preliminary agreement, although specific details remained unclear. The move comes as Washington seeks to strengthen critical technology supply chains and reduce dependence on China amid ongoing geopolitical uncertainties. "First, we helped bring in Nvidia, and they agreed to build their first level Chips with Intel," Trump said in the Truth Social post and added that Musk also agreed to build the TerraFab in the US. Intel is on the stage of coming up with the most advanced chip node 18A-P that signals customers about readiness for cutting-edge innovation needed for advanced chips. "Our updates and presentations at VLSI signal to Intel Foundry customers and partners that we are fully committed to leading edge process innovation over the long term," said Naga Chandrasekaran, executive vice president and general manager of Intel Foundry. "This is a journey, and while we have more work ahead, we appreciate the opportunity to share the progress we are making with Intel 18A-P and our longer-range R&D," he added.

Trump argued that the United States must rebuild its semiconductor manufacturing base, criticising previous administrations for allowing production capacity to shift overseas, particularly to Taiwan.&nbsp;

Apple to collaborate with Intel for domestic chip production, Trump announces

Following the formal signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to end the 110-day U.S.-Iran conflict, tensions remain high as both nations shift to the implementation phase. Tehran has emphasized that the success of this peace agreement which includes the lifting of U.S. naval blockades, oil export waivers, and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz will depend entirely on the U.S. fulfilling its commitments.

US-Iran Peace Deal: Iran Days Its Time to Test The Implementation of Agreement

US-Iran Peace Deal: Iran Says Its Time to Test The Implementation of Agreement

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Netanyahu Caught Between Trump and Israel's Red Lines

Trump doubles down on Giorgia Meloni saying she was a ‘big fan’

Donald Trump Says He Will be Making a Lot of Trips Soon

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Fact Check: Viral photo shows Trump leaning in for a kiss with Brigitte Macron

Trump Warns of Harsh Measures if No Deal Reached Within 60 Days

US-Iran Peace Deal: US President Dismisses Criticism of 60-Day Agreement with Iran

Italy's FM Cancels US Visit Over Trump's Alleged Comments on Meloni

Watch: Trump unveils Qatar-gifted 'world's most luxurious jet' as Air Force One

‘They are finished! They get no money, not ten cents!,’ says Trump on Iran

‘Astonished’ Meloni rebuffs Trump’s G7 photo ‘begging’ story, calls it ‘made up’

'Farewell and thank you': Air Force One to be replaced by Qatari jet soon?

Only 11% of Israelis believe Israel won war with Iran and only 13% trust Trump

Trump: Wanted to Give Medal to Myself, But Was Told I Couldn't

Trump Blinks as Fed Holds & Inflation Bites