President Trump said Monday that the federal government should “nationalize” elections, repeating — without evidence — his long-running claim that U.S. elections are beset by widespread fraud.


Trump Seeks to Nationalise Elections, Alleges Irregularities in Democrat States 

The U.S. and India have signed a trade deal, the countries’ leaders announced, although details remain scant.
The deal comes days after the European Union and India signed a free trade agreement in which they agreed to slash tariffs on most goods to zero, but over a number of years.

India-US Trade Deal: PM Modi Confirms Revised 18% Tariffs, But Details Awaited 

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday announced a trade deal with India that slashes U.S. tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from 50% in exchange for India halting Russian oil purchases and lowering trade barriers.


US Trade Tariffs on Indian Exports Cut to 18% from 50% 

The United States has reduced import tariffs on Indian exports from 50% to 18%, a move hailed as a major win for India’s trade. Following the announcement, Indian stock markets surged to record highs, and the rupee strengthened, marking its biggest gain in over three years.


US Cuts India Export Tariffs to 18%; Indian Stocks Hit Record, Rupee Soars Over 3 Years

U.S. President Donald Trump has called for the nationalization of the voting process in the United States, sparking intense debate over election security, federal authority, and state rights. 


Donald Trump Wants to Nationalize the Voting Process in the United States

PM Modi Confirms Revised 18% Tariffs, But Details Awaited 

Trump Says US Will Cut India Import Tariffs Import from 50% to 18%

US President Donald Trump's decision to lower reciprocal tariffs on India from 50% to 18% has been met with a sense of relief in Asia's third-largest economy, even as precise details on the agreement remain sketchy.


US-India Trade Deal: Trump Cuts India Tariffs in Trade Deal 

US President Donald Trump announced a new trade deal with India following a phone call with PM Narendra Modi.

India-US Ties: Trump Announces Trade Deal with India After PM Modi Call

US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke a short while ago, the American Ambassador to India Sergio Gor said in a post on X. Gor did not give details of what the two leaders discussed. However, he added, "Stay tuned".


US-India Ties: US President Donald Trump Spoke to Indian PM Narendra Modi

As the U.S. ramps up military pressure in West Asia, its allies in the Gulf have warned that Iran’s missile power can inflict significant damage to American interests in the region. And amidst all of this, Tehran may be opening the door to diplomacy. Iran’s president has reportedly cleared the way for nuclear talks with the United States, just days after Trump hinted that dialogue could prevent a military showdown. Is this the first step toward de-escalation or just a pause before a bigger crisis?


Iran-US Tensions: Trump Retreats From Iran Invasion as Arabs Fear Tehran Missiles

Iran-backed militias across West Asia issued stern warnings against U.S. interests on January 28-30, 2026, as Houthis signaled a potential return to Red Sea shipping attacks amid Trump's naval buildup near Iran.


US vs Iran: US Bolstering Air Defences in West Asia; Iran Warns of Quick, Decisive Retaliation 

A Russian drone strike hit a bus carrying DTEK miners returning from their shifts in Ukraine’s Dnipro region, killing 15 people and injuring seven others. The attack has raised fresh questions after US President Donald Trump said Vladimir Putin had agreed to pause strikes during extreme cold weather.


Russia-Ukraine War: Zelensky Terms Bus Attack 'A Crime,' Confirms Next Round Of Peace Talks 

Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei has warned the United States that any attack on his country would result in a “regional war” as US President Donald Trump amasses military assets in the Middle East.

Iran VS US: Trump Eyes Deal With Iran Even After Khamenei’s War Threat

US President Donald Trump reportedly plans to close the Kennedy Center amid falling ticket sales and mounting cancellations from artists, critics say the move could impact America’s cultural scene and performing arts community, experts highlight concerns over the future of iconic performances, funding, and artist livelihoods

Donald Trump Plans Two-Year Closure of Kennedy Center for Reconstruction 

An investment firm tied to the United Arab Emirates acquired nearly half of the Trump family’s cryptocurrency company, a $500 million stake, four days before President Donald Trump’s second inauguration.


UAE Firms Buys Nearly Half of Trump's Crypto Company

Donald Trump's Justice Department, which on Friday (Jan 30) released a fresh cache of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, messed up big time. The Trump DoJ, as per reports, in its latest Epstein Files release of over three million pages, including photos and videos, published dozens of unredacted images of victims, including minors.<h2>DoJ debacle revealed: Victims unmasked, paedophiles protected</h2>The US Justice Department, in its latest Epstein files dump, accidentally published dozens of unredacted nude images. The images, which appeared on the department’s public website, showed young women, and in some cases possibly teenagers, whose photographs were stored in Epstein-related records.Under the law governing the disclosure, the government was required to redact all sexually explicit material and any information that could identify victims. That clearly did not happen. The blunder was spotted by journalists at The New York Times, who were reviewing the more than three million pages. They discovered nearly 40 explicit images that had not been redacted.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/epstein-files-claim-bill-gates-sought-to-drug-wife-melinda-after-sex-with-russian-girls-report-1769845202831">Epstein files claim Bill Gates sought to drug wife Melinda after sex with ‘Russian girls’ | Report</a><h2>Trump protected</h2>The controversy has also exposed shocking inconsistencies in how the files were handled. In some cases, names were redacted in one document but left visible in another duplicate file. One email referred to an “Epstein victim list,” yet only one name was blacked out while dozens of others remained public.Critics have also pointed out that while victims’ identities were sometimes exposed, powerful figures appeared to receive more protection. In one example, a photo of Donald Trump included in the files had his face covered by a redaction box.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2026/20260202/image-1770021571912.png"></figure><h2>What did the photos show?</h2>The photos, as per an NYT report, appeared to show at least seven different victims and are believed to have come from a personal collection and showed fully nude bodies along with clearly visible faces. Some images seemed to be taken on Epstein’s private island, including a beach, while others were shot in bedrooms and other private spaces.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/donald-trump-elon-musk-and-zohran-mamdani-s-mother-mira-nair-big-names-mentioned-in-doj-s-latest-epstein-files-release-in-pictures-1769831510171">Trump, Musk, Gates and more: Big names mentioned in DOJ's latest Epstein files release | In pictures</a>It remains unclear whether the people in the photos were minors, but their apparent age and the context of the Epstein investigation immediately raised alarm. The images were part of a much larger digital dump that included around 2,000 videos and 180,000 photos, released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The law had set a December 2025 deadline for publication, which was not honoured by the DoJ.<h2>Are the sensitive photos still up?</h2>The major blunder was flagged by the New York Times, following which the Justice Department has reportedly "largely removed" the photos which showed young women or possibly teenagers with their faces visible.A spokesperson told the publication that the department was “working around the clock” to address victim concerns and apply further redactions, particularly for sexually explicit content and personally identifiable information.For survivors of Epstein’s abuse, the episode has been deeply upsetting. Annie Farmer, who has testified in court about being groomed and abused as a teenager by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, said the release was “extremely disturbing,” and said she felt she was naive to believe that the US government would protect victims. “It’s hard to imagine a more egregious way of not protecting victims than having full nude images of them available for the world to download,” she said.Other victims and their lawyers have also expressed outrage. Brittany Henderson, who represents a woman named in the files despite never being publicly linked to Epstein before, described the redaction failures as “abhorrent” and accused the department of showing a shocking lack of care. “We are frankly shocked by the level of carelessness that the department has shown towards these women,” she said.

The US Justice Department’s Epstein files release went badly wrong after unredacted nude images of victims appeared online. While powerful people like Trump stayed masked, victims were exposed. The blunder has sparked outrage, raising serious questions about who was protected and who wasn’t.

Donald Trump's Justice Department, which on Friday (Jan 30) released a fresh cache of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, messed up big time. The Trump DoJ, as per reports, in its latest Epstein Files release of over three million pages, including photos and videos, published dozens of unredacted images of victims, including minors. DoJ debacle revealed: Victims unmasked, paedophiles protected The US Justice Department, in its latest Epstein files dump, accidentally published dozens of unredacted nude images. The images, which appeared on the department’s public website, showed young women, and in some cases possibly teenagers, whose photographs were stored in Epstein-related records. Under the law governing the disclosure, the government was required to redact all sexually explicit material and any information that could identify victims. That clearly did not happen. The blunder was spotted by journalists at The New York Times, who were reviewing the more than three million pages. They discovered nearly 40 explicit images that had not been redacted. Also read | Epstein files claim Bill Gates sought to drug wife Melinda after sex with ‘Russian girls’ | Report Trump protected The controversy has also exposed shocking inconsistencies in how the files were handled. In some cases, names were redacted in one document but left visible in another duplicate file. One email referred to an “Epstein victim list,” yet only one name was blacked out while dozens of others remained public. Critics have also pointed out that while victims’ identities were sometimes exposed, powerful figures appeared to receive more protection. In one example, a photo of Donald Trump included in the files had his face covered by a redaction box. What did the photos show? The photos, as per an NYT report, appeared to show at least seven different victims and are believed to have come from a personal collection and showed fully nude bodies along with clearly visible faces. Some images seemed to be taken on Epstein’s private island, including a beach, while others were shot in bedrooms and other private spaces. Also read | Trump, Musk, Gates and more: Big names mentioned in DOJ's latest Epstein files release | In pictures It remains unclear whether the people in the photos were minors, but their apparent age and the context of the Epstein investigation immediately raised alarm. The images were part of a much larger digital dump that included around 2,000 videos and 180,000 photos, released under the Epstein Files Transparency Act. The law had set a December 2025 deadline for publication, which was not honoured by the DoJ. Are the sensitive photos still up? The major blunder was flagged by the New York Times, following which the Justice Department has reportedly "largely removed" the photos which showed young women or possibly teenagers with their faces visible. A spokesperson told the publication that the department was “working around the clock” to address victim concerns and apply further redactions, particularly for sexually explicit content and personally identifiable information. For survivors of Epstein’s abuse, the episode has been deeply upsetting. Annie Farmer, who has testified in court about being groomed and abused as a teenager by Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell, said the release was “extremely disturbing,” and said she felt she was naive to believe that the US government would protect victims. “It’s hard to imagine a more egregious way of not protecting victims than having full nude images of them available for the world to download,” she said. Other victims and their lawyers have also expressed outrage. Brittany Henderson, who represents a woman named in the files despite never being publicly linked to Epstein before, described the redaction failures as “abhorrent” and accused the department of showing a shocking lack of care. “We are frankly shocked by the level of carelessness that the department has shown towards these women,” she said.

The US Justice Department’s Epstein files release went badly wrong after unredacted nude images of victims appeared online. While powerful people like Trump stayed masked, victims were exposed. The blunder has sparked outrage, raising serious questions about who was protected and who wasn’t.

Shocking Epstein Files debacle: DOJ exposes nude victims in catastrophic file dump, but remembers to redact Trump's face

Donald Trump has announced that the Kennedy Center in Washington will shut for two years from July 4 for a “complete rebuilding”. Here's all you need to know about the controversy around the renaming of the JFK memorial and why the arts centre is iconic.

‘Cease entertainment’: Trump announces shock two-year closure of iconic Kennedy Center. Here's all you need to know

Alex Pretti's killers have been identified. The two federal agents who opened fire during the killing of intensive care nurse Pretti in Minneapolis have now been publicly identified. According to government records obtained by ProPublica, the agents are Border Patrol officer Jesus Ochoa, 43, and Customs and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez, 35. Both are based in South Texas and were deployed to Minneapolis as part of “Operation Metro Surge,” a federal immigration crackdown launched by the Donald Trump administration in December. Here's all we know about the two federal officers.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/alex-pretti-s-killers-placed-on-administrative-leave-as-trump-seeks-to-calm-minnesota-backlash-1769653567829">Alex Pretti's killers placed on administrative leave as Trump seeks to calm Minnesota backlash</a><h2>Who are Raymundo Gutierrez and Jesus Ochoa?</h2>Jesus Ochoa, as per AFP, joined Customs and Border Protection in 2018, while Gutierrez has been with the agency since 2014. Gutierrez works under CBP’s Office of Field Operations and is part of a special response team that functions like a SWAT unit.Ochoa’s ex-wife, Angelica Ochoa, told ProPublica that he had long aspired to work for the Border Patrol and earned a criminal justice degree from the University of Texas–Pan American. She also said that by the time they separated in 2021, Ochoa had become deeply interested in firearms and owned around 25 guns, including rifles and pistols. Public records show he is a registered Republican voter.<h2>Department of Homeland Security refuses to identify officers who killed Pretti</h2>The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees CBP, has yet to confirm the agents’ identities. In a statement to the Daily Beast, a DHS spokesperson said the department would “never confirm or deny attempts to dox our law enforcement officers,” adding that “this matter remains under investigation.”Given the anger over the killing, the department added that “Publicising their identities puts their lives and the lives of their families at serious risk,” the spokesperson said.&nbsp;ProPublica, however, defended its decision to release their identities, arguing that “there are few investigations that deserve more sunlight and public scrutiny than this one.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/epstein-files-claim-bill-gates-sought-to-drug-wife-melinda-after-sex-with-russian-girls-report-1769845202831">Epstein files claim Bill Gates sought to drug wife Melinda after sex with ‘Russian girls’ | Report</a><h2>What happened to Alex Pretti?</h2>37-year-old Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse, was killed on January 24 during a confrontation with federal agents in Minneapolis. His death came just days after another fatal shooting in the same city, when Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, was shot by ICE agent Jonathan Ross.Video footage of the Pretti incident shows agents restraining and pepper-spraying him after he intervened when a woman was pushed to the ground. Moments later, gunshots were heard as witnesses screamed. In the immediate aftermath, administration officials described Pretti as a “domestic terrorist” who intended to “massacre law enforcement.”A preliminary report sent by CBP to Congress confirmed that two agents discharged their weapons during the struggle. The report claims that the officers were forced to fire after Pretti, who was carrying a gun, resisted arrest. However, bystander videos show that officers shot Pretti after they had already confiscated his gun.“CBP personnel attempted to take Pretti into custody. Pretti resisted CBP personnel’s efforts, and a struggle ensued. During the struggle, a BPA (Border Patrol agent) yelled, ‘He’s got a gun!’ multiple times,” the report read. “Approximately five seconds later, a BPA discharged his CBP-issued Glock 19 and a CBPO also discharged his CBP-issued Glock 47 at Pretti.”Both agents have been placed on paid administrative leave.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Two federal agents who shot and killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been identified. While DHS has refused to confirm their names, government records has revealed their identities. Here's all you need to know about them.

Alex Pretti's killers have been identified. The two federal agents who opened fire during the killing of intensive care nurse Pretti in Minneapolis have now been publicly identified. According to government records obtained by ProPublica, the agents are Border Patrol officer Jesus Ochoa, 43, and Customs and Border Protection officer Raymundo Gutierrez, 35. Both are based in South Texas and were deployed to Minneapolis as part of “Operation Metro Surge,” a federal immigration crackdown launched by the Donald Trump administration in December. Here's all we know about the two federal officers. Also read | Alex Pretti's killers placed on administrative leave as Trump seeks to calm Minnesota backlash Who are Raymundo Gutierrez and Jesus Ochoa? Jesus Ochoa, as per AFP, joined Customs and Border Protection in 2018, while Gutierrez has been with the agency since 2014. Gutierrez works under CBP’s Office of Field Operations and is part of a special response team that functions like a SWAT unit. Ochoa’s ex-wife, Angelica Ochoa, told ProPublica that he had long aspired to work for the Border Patrol and earned a criminal justice degree from the University of Texas–Pan American. She also said that by the time they separated in 2021, Ochoa had become deeply interested in firearms and owned around 25 guns, including rifles and pistols. Public records show he is a registered Republican voter. Department of Homeland Security refuses to identify officers who killed Pretti The Department of Homeland Security, which oversees CBP, has yet to confirm the agents’ identities. In a statement to the Daily Beast, a DHS spokesperson said the department would “never confirm or deny attempts to dox our law enforcement officers,” adding that “this matter remains under investigation.” Given the anger over the killing, the department added that “Publicising their identities puts their lives and the lives of their families at serious risk,” the spokesperson said. ProPublica, however, defended its decision to release their identities, arguing that “there are few investigations that deserve more sunlight and public scrutiny than this one.” Also read | Epstein files claim Bill Gates sought to drug wife Melinda after sex with ‘Russian girls’ | Report What happened to Alex Pretti? 37-year-old Alex Pretti, an intensive care nurse, was killed on January 24 during a confrontation with federal agents in Minneapolis. His death came just days after another fatal shooting in the same city, when Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three, was shot by ICE agent Jonathan Ross. Video footage of the Pretti incident shows agents restraining and pepper-spraying him after he intervened when a woman was pushed to the ground. Moments later, gunshots were heard as witnesses screamed. In the immediate aftermath, administration officials described Pretti as a “domestic terrorist” who intended to “massacre law enforcement.” A preliminary report sent by CBP to Congress confirmed that two agents discharged their weapons during the struggle. The report claims that the officers were forced to fire after Pretti, who was carrying a gun, resisted arrest. However, bystander videos show that officers shot Pretti after they had already confiscated his gun. “CBP personnel attempted to take Pretti into custody. Pretti resisted CBP personnel’s efforts, and a struggle ensued. During the struggle, a BPA (Border Patrol agent) yelled, ‘He’s got a gun!’ multiple times,” the report read. “Approximately five seconds later, a BPA discharged his CBP-issued Glock 19 and a CBPO also discharged his CBP-issued Glock 47 at Pretti.” Both agents have been placed on paid administrative leave.

Two federal agents who shot and killed ICU nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis have been identified. While DHS has refused to confirm their names, government records has revealed their identities. Here's all you need to know about them.

Identities of US federal officers who killed Alex Pretti REVEALED, even as DHS refuses to confirm identities to avoid 'doxing'

The new tranche of Epstein files released on January 30 featured an email exchange between Jeffrey Epstein and former White House Counsel Kathy Ruemmler. The email references an unverified allegation against Trump. Epstein was seeking advice from Ruemmler about possible ways to deal with the situation. Epstein claims that an underage woman “=C2” who had a sexual relationship with Trump in 1993 is accusing Trump of rape.&nbsp;Epstein further claims that the person named “=C2” has a witness, and a person named “Pottinger” wanted to meet someone named “ma=giver” (garbled/coded). Pottinger supposedly pushed inside the office of “ma=giver” and repeated the allegations."two weeks ago , ma=giver said that pottinger wanted to meet him , I emailed back DO NOT=meet. you are not involved. yesterday, macgi=er sent me , "pottinger worked his way into my office to tell=C2 me that “ very annoyed I called and got his telling me t=e above. ...,” wrote Epstein in the thread.The allegation is among many that surfaced in the new tranche of emails. In the messages, Epstein predicts that US President Donald Trump is likely to be questioned about him and asks Ruemmler what he should say. Ruemmler's response was ambiguous in the context of the thread; it is unclear whether she was distancing herself or responding to the query. “I knew Epstein professionally and always had positiv= dealings with him. I don't know anything about his personal leg=l issues other than what I have read in public reports, and therefore don&amp;=39;t have any comment.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-files-fbi-interview-allegations-clinton-bush-trump-1769949336549">Epstein Files: Bill Clinton and George Bush accused of raping a boy on a yacht of 'ritualistic sacrifice'</a><h2>&nbsp;</h2>

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<h2>Who is Kathy Ruemmler?</h2>Kathy Ruemmler had served as a White House Counsel to former US President Barack Obama(2014-15). She has worked for the Department of Justice in senior prosecutorial and legal advisory roles. After government roles, she moved into Goldman Sachs as General Counsel. Kathy and Epstein had proven personal contact spanning from 2014 to April 2019, two months before Epstein's capture. In the DOJ file dump, Kathy appears in at least 19 files and is clearly indicated in their shared emails to have met Epstein on several occasions. Some correspondence refers to Kathy receiving gifts or favours from Epstein, such as hair and massage appointments, flight tickets, electronic items, televisions and personal computers, etc.&nbsp;

Newly released Epstein emails reveal Trump mentioned in discussions about a rape allegation and show Epstein seeking guidance from former White House Counsel Kathy Ruemmler on handling the situation.

The new tranche of Epstein files released on January 30 featured an email exchange between Jeffrey Epstein and former White House Counsel Kathy Ruemmler. The email references an unverified allegation against Trump. Epstein was seeking advice from Ruemmler about possible ways to deal with the situation. Epstein claims that an underage woman “=C2” who had a sexual relationship with Trump in 1993 is accusing Trump of rape. Epstein further claims that the person named “=C2” has a witness, and a person named “Pottinger” wanted to meet someone named “ma=giver” (garbled/coded). Pottinger supposedly pushed inside the office of “ma=giver” and repeated the allegations. "two weeks ago , ma=giver said that pottinger wanted to meet him , I emailed back DO NOT=meet. you are not involved. yesterday, macgi=er sent me , "pottinger worked his way into my office to tell=C2 me that “ very annoyed I called and got his telling me t=e above. ...,” wrote Epstein in the thread. The allegation is among many that surfaced in the new tranche of emails. In the messages, Epstein predicts that US President Donald Trump is likely to be questioned about him and asks Ruemmler what he should say. Ruemmler's response was ambiguous in the context of the thread; it is unclear whether she was distancing herself or responding to the query. “I knew Epstein professionally and always had positiv= dealings with him. I don't know anything about his personal leg=l issues other than what I have read in public reports, and therefore don&=39;t have any comment.” Also Read: Epstein Files: Bill Clinton and George Bush accused of raping a boy on a yacht of 'ritualistic sacrifice'

Newly released Epstein emails reveal Trump mentioned in discussions about a rape allegation and show Epstein seeking guidance from former White House Counsel Kathy Ruemmler on handling the situation.

Epstein Files: Former White House Counsel discussing Trump rape allegation with Epstein

Iran's supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warnof a "regional war" if the United States attacked following heavy military deployments by Washington in the Gulf.
Supreme leader says Washington knows that conflict would spread, Iranians not afraid; in tit-for-tat, Tehran’s parliament designates European armies as terrorist organizations.


US vs Iran: Iran Warns of a Full Fledged War If Attacked 

U.S. President Donald Trump on Saturday said India will buy Venezuelan oil, helping to replace some of the Russian oil that the world's third-biggest oil importer buys.


Trump Says India Will Buy Venezuelan Oil, New Delhi Has Not Responded to Trump's Claims

Hundreds of Danish veterans, many of whom fought alongside U.S. troops in the Middle East, staged a silent protest Saturday outside the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen in response to the Trump administration's threats to take over Greenland and belittling their combat contributions.


Danish Veterans Protest Outside US Embassy in Copenhagen

Trump: India Will Buy Venezuelan Oil, Replace Imports From Iran

US President Donald J Trump on Saturday (Jan 31) stated that India was keen on buying Venezuelan oil, seized by the US in the aftermath of president Nicolas Maduro's capture. In an audio released by the White House, Trump also invited China to "come in and make a great deal on oil". This comes after Trump, over the past weeks, repeatedly slammed New Delhi for buying Russian oil and accused the South Asian nation of funding the Ukraine war. &nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-safe-is-the-rupee-from-trump-s-tantrums-economic-survey-2025-26-reveals-risks-1769676289934">How safe is the rupee from Trump's tantrums? Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals risks</a><h2>India to buy Venezuela oil from the US?</h2>Trump, in the statement released on YouTube by White House, claimed that the US and India have already made a "concept of the deal" with India. He claimed that "India is coming in, and they're going to be buying Venezuelan oil as opposed to buying it from Iran."&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | US President Donald J Trump says, &quot;China is welcome to come in and make a great deal on oil... We&#39;ve already made a deal. India is coming in, and they&#39;re going to be buying Venezuelan oil as opposed to buying it from Iran. So, we&#39;ve already made the concept of the… <a href="https://t.co/PlVfDHys9S">pic.twitter.com/PlVfDHys9S</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/2017796982585364601?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 1, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What did Trump say about India funding the Ukraine war?</h2>Addressing the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in September 2025, Trump had accused China and India of being the "primary funders" of the ongoing Russian war in Ukraine. Trump said that New Delhi and Beijing's continuous purchase of Russian oil is a major factor in the war. The Trump administration has imposed an additional 25 per cent tariff on New Delhi as a penalty for its purchases of Russian oil, taking the total levies imposed on India by the US to 50 per cent, among the highest in the world. Trump, at the time, also demanded that European allies, including NATO countries, immediately stop buying oil from Russia.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/donald-trump-elon-musk-and-zohran-mamdani-s-mother-mira-nair-big-names-mentioned-in-doj-s-latest-epstein-files-release-in-pictures-1769831510171">Trump, Musk, Gates and more: Big names mentioned in DOJ's latest Epstein files release | In pictures</a>&nbsp;

Donald Trump claimed the US has a “concept of a deal” for India to buy Venezuelan oil seized by Washington instead of importing from Iran. He also invited China to strike a similar deal.

US President Donald J Trump on Saturday (Jan 31) stated that India was keen on buying Venezuelan oil, seized by the US in the aftermath of president Nicolas Maduro's capture. In an audio released by the White House, Trump also invited China to "come in and make a great deal on oil". This comes after Trump, over the past weeks, repeatedly slammed New Delhi for buying Russian oil and accused the South Asian nation of funding the Ukraine war. Also read | How safe is the rupee from Trump's tantrums? Economic Survey 2025-26 reveals risks India to buy Venezuela oil from the US? Trump, in the statement released on YouTube by White House, claimed that the US and India have already made a "concept of the deal" with India. He claimed that "India is coming in, and they're going to be buying Venezuelan oil as opposed to buying it from Iran."

Donald Trump claimed the US has a “concept of a deal” for India to buy Venezuelan oil seized by Washington instead of importing from Iran. He also invited China to strike a similar deal.

Russian oil out? Trump claims India ready to buy seized Venezuelan oil from US

Iran’s top security official on Saturday (Jan 31) said that progress has been made toward negotiations with the United States, even as senior military leaders warned Washington against launching any strikes on Iranian targets.<h2>What did Iran say about talks with the US?</h2>Ali Larijani, head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said that despite the "hype of the contrived media war, structural arrangements for negotiations are progressing". He made the remarks a day after holding talks in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-hopefully-we-won-t-have-to-use-it-trump-confirms-very-big-very-powerful-ships-heading-to-iran-1769735829348">‘Hopefully we won’t have to use it’: Trump confirms ‘very big, very powerful ships’ heading to Iran</a><h2>Trump confirms dialogue</h2>Later in the day, US President Donald Trump also confirmed that discussions were underway, even as he kept the threat of force firmly on the table. "(Iran is) talking to us, and we'll see if we can do something, otherwise we'll see what happens," Trump told Fox News while reiterating ominously, "We have a big fleet heading out there.""They are negotiating," he added.The United States has deployed warships led by the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier off Iran’s shores, following Trump’s threats of intervention after Tehran’s violent crackdown on anti-government protests.<h2>Tehran pushes de-escalation</h2>Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian struck a more conciliatory tone, warning that a broader conflict would hurt both sides.“The Islamic Republic of Iran has never sought war, and in no way seeks war,” he said during a phone call with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, according to Iranian state media. “A war would be in the interest of neither Iran, nor the United States, nor the region.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-warns-us-its-forces-have-fingers-on-the-trigger-astrump-threatens-tehran-with-major-destruction-1769650180755">Iran warns US its forces have ‘fingers on the trigger’ as Trump threatens Tehran with 'major destruction'</a><h2>Military warnings remain</h2>Despite the diplomatic signals, Iran’s military leadership has issued blunt warnings. Army chief Amir Hatami has warned America that Iranian forces were at "full defensive and military readiness" and warned the US and Israel against any attack."If the enemy makes a mistake, without a doubt it will endanger its own security, the security of the region, and the security of the Zionist regime," Hatami said, adding that Iran’s nuclear technology "cannot be eliminated".Tehran has said it is open to nuclear negotiations, but only if its missile programme and defence capabilities are excluded from talks.

Iran says talks with the US are making progress, with senior official Ali Larijani confirming “structural arrangements” for negotiations. Trump also acknowledged dialogue but kept military threats alive, saying 'we'll see what happens', as US warships move closer to Iran. 

Iran’s top security official on Saturday (Jan 31) said that progress has been made toward negotiations with the United States, even as senior military leaders warned Washington against launching any strikes on Iranian targets. What did Iran say about talks with the US? Ali Larijani, head of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said that despite the "hype of the contrived media war, structural arrangements for negotiations are progressing". He made the remarks a day after holding talks in Moscow with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Also read | ‘Hopefully we won’t have to use it’: Trump confirms ‘very big, very powerful ships’ heading to Iran Trump confirms dialogue Later in the day, US President Donald Trump also confirmed that discussions were underway, even as he kept the threat of force firmly on the table. "(Iran is) talking to us, and we'll see if we can do something, otherwise we'll see what happens," Trump told Fox News while reiterating ominously, "We have a big fleet heading out there." "They are negotiating," he added. The United States has deployed warships led by the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier off Iran’s shores, following Trump’s threats of intervention after Tehran’s violent crackdown on anti-government protests. Tehran pushes de-escalation Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian struck a more conciliatory tone, warning that a broader conflict would hurt both sides. “The Islamic Republic of Iran has never sought war, and in no way seeks war,” he said during a phone call with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, according to Iranian state media. “A war would be in the interest of neither Iran, nor the United States, nor the region.” Also read | Iran warns US its forces have ‘fingers on the trigger’ as Trump threatens Tehran with 'major destruction' Military warnings remain Despite the diplomatic signals, Iran’s military leadership has issued blunt warnings. Army chief Amir Hatami has warned America that Iranian forces were at "full defensive and military readiness" and warned the US and Israel against any attack. "If the enemy makes a mistake, without a doubt it will endanger its own security, the security of the region, and the security of the Zionist regime," Hatami said, adding that Iran’s nuclear technology "cannot be eliminated". Tehran has said it is open to nuclear negotiations, but only if its missile programme and defence capabilities are excluded from talks.

Iran says talks with the US are making progress, with senior official Ali Larijani confirming “structural arrangements” for negotiations. Trump also acknowledged dialogue but kept military threats alive, saying, 'we'll see what happens', as US warships move closer to Iran.&nbsp;

Iran slams ‘contrived media war’, confirms US talks as Trump warns ‘we’ll see what happens’ with USS Abraham Lincoln

The FBI received an anonymous tip involving Trump, Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and another man. The anonymous tipster alleged that she overheard a private conversation between Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump during a trip shortly after the September 11, 2001, attacks. A sheikh in a country whose name is redacted offered his virgin daughter to him. The claim was entirely based on the caller's recollection of a conversation and would require corroboration and investigation. The caller claimed that Trump allegedly spoke about visiting a country, but indicates uncertainty, “possibly Israel”. According to the tipster, Epstein allegedly responded positively, making sexually explicit remarks about young women.&nbsp;“There was an incident after 09/11/2001, Epstein, Trump, Ghislaine, Joe and Palm Beach, FL, for the weekend. was waiting on the plane for others reading magazines, overhearing Epstein and Trump's conversation, overheard Trump talking about how he just came from visiting a country (possibly Israel), where they have sheikhs, claiming the sheikh gave his virgin daughter to him.” read the complaint.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-files-fbi-allegations-trump-categorised-false-1769845667995">Epstein files: Trump accused of auctioning underage girls, measuring genitals and murder</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

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The woman said that she was introduced to Epstein in 2004 by Caroly Dougherty and described the recruiter as being associated with Epstein. Epstein allegedly made unwanted remarks at her and attempted to unzip her pants. After which she withdrew from the interaction.&nbsp;The witness became friends with Ghislaine Maxwell and observed that Maxwell was actively involved in recruiting young women for Epstein. The witness made multiple visits to Epstein's private island with her then-boyfriend, who was friends with Epstein. During these visits, she observed various high-profile individuals and overheard Epstein discussing plans for massage rooms and a "harem."“Epstein had two types of women he would keep around, including young women he would pay and the high-end girlfriends,” said Epstein.&nbsp;

An FBI crisis intake report from 2019 documents an anonymous tip alleging that the caller overheard a private conversation involving Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump after 9/11. The claims remain unverified and based solely on the caller’s recollection.

The FBI received an anonymous tip involving Trump, Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell and another man. The anonymous tipster alleged that she overheard a private conversation between Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump during a trip shortly after the September 11, 2001, attacks. A sheikh in a country whose name is redacted offered his virgin daughter to him. The claim was entirely based on the caller's recollection of a conversation and would require corroboration and investigation. The caller claimed that Trump allegedly spoke about visiting a country, but indicates uncertainty, “possibly Israel”. According to the tipster, Epstein allegedly responded positively, making sexually explicit remarks about young women. “There was an incident after 09/11/2001, Epstein, Trump, Ghislaine, Joe and Palm Beach, FL, for the weekend. was waiting on the plane for others reading magazines, overhearing Epstein and Trump's conversation, overheard Trump talking about how he just came from visiting a country (possibly Israel), where they have sheikhs, claiming the sheikh gave his virgin daughter to him.” read the complaint. Also Read: Epstein files: Trump accused of auctioning underage girls, measuring genitals and murder

An FBI crisis intake report from 2019 documents an anonymous tip alleging that the caller overheard a private conversation involving Jeffrey Epstein and Donald Trump after 9/11. The claims remain unverified and based solely on the caller’s recollection.

Epstein Files: Sheikh offered his 'virgin daughter' to Trump

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The newly released Epstein Files have allegations of underage girls being auctioned at Mar-a-Lago, brought in by Jeffrey Epstein, in “Calendar girl parties". The report stems from 2020 complaints received through the National Threat Operations Centre, related to the Epstein investigation. The complaint alleges that Trump used to test girls on their "genital tightness" by inserting a finger into their private parts, in the presence of many other guests, like Elon Musk, Eric Trump, Ivanka Trump, Allan Dershowitz, and Bob Shapiro.&nbsp;“We were taken in rooms, forced to give oral sex to Donald J Trump, forced to allow them to penetrate us. I was 13 years old when Donald J Trump raped me,” the report further alleges. The FBI has categorised the report as "false".Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on Friday that thousands of new documents related to the case of convicted child sex predator Jeffrey Epstein were being released.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-files-allege-trump-israel-mossad-kushner-1769837438535">Epstein files: Trump was compromised by Israel, had Mossad Links and Kushner Influence</a>&nbsp;

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<h2>Allegations of murder against Trump&nbsp;</h2>An FBI agent reported that he spoke to a woman code-named “caller”. The woman and her friend, “victim-1' went out one night and ended up at Trump Plaza. Apparently, “Victim-1” really wanted to meet the infamous Donald Trump. The "caller” then says that an unknown man approached her friend and offered to introduce her to Trump. He then offered her a drink, and later she woke up naked and sore with $300 in a bed.&nbsp;“Victim 1 didn't remember how she got to the room. She remembered seeing 'a flash' of Trump's face. Victim 1 called the Caller and told her she thought she had been raped”. The darker part is that Victim 1 was never seen again. Years later, her remains were found, and the Victim is identified as deceased in the agent report. These reports get darker and darker. A girl says that she witnessed a sex trafficking ring at the Trump Golf Course in Los Angeles, &nbsp;"Complainant reported Ghislaine Maxwell as the madam and broker for sex parties, clients of whom included Epstein. Robin Leach and Donald Trump. Complainant reported participating in orgies and that some girls went missing, rumoured to have been murdered and buried at the facility." She also claimed that she was later warned by Trump's Head of Security that if she ever mentioned to anyone about this, she would "end up as fertiliser for the back nine holes like the other cunts".&nbsp;

Newly released Epstein Files include FBI records containing allegations involving Donald Trump, some explicitly labelled “false” by the Bureau. The documents were released as part of a broader DOJ disclosure tied to the Epstein investigation.

The newly released Epstein Files have allegations of underage girls being auctioned at Mar-a-Lago, brought in by Jeffrey Epstein, in “Calendar girl parties". The report stems from 2020 complaints received through the National Threat Operations Centre, related to the Epstein investigation. The complaint alleges that Trump used to test girls on their "genital tightness" by inserting a finger into their private parts, in the presence of many other guests, like Elon Musk, Eric Trump, Ivanka Trump, Allan Dershowitz, and Bob Shapiro. “We were taken in rooms, forced to give oral sex to Donald J Trump, forced to allow them to penetrate us. I was 13 years old when Donald J Trump raped me,” the report further alleges. The FBI has categorised the report as "false". Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche announced on Friday that thousands of new documents related to the case of convicted child sex predator Jeffrey Epstein were being released. Also Read: Epstein files: Trump was compromised by Israel, had Mossad Links and Kushner Influence

Newly released Epstein Files include FBI records containing allegations involving Donald Trump, some explicitly labelled “false” by the Bureau. The documents were released as part of a broader DOJ disclosure tied to the Epstein investigation.

Epstein files: Trump accused of auctioning underage girls, measuring genitals and murder

U.S. DOJ released its final massive Epstein files cache on January 30, 2026-over 3.5 million pages, 2,000 videos, and 180,000 images-revealing deeper ties between Jeffrey Epstein and figures like Prince Andrew, including Buckingham Palace links.


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