US President Donald Trump said that he is planning to punish Canada over the wildfire crisis, which drifted into part of the US airspace. However, he refused to disclose the specifics about how he plans to punish. Speaking to a reporter aboard Air Force One about his planned action against the neighbouring nation, Trump said he has decided, and they will find out soon.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump and Republicans have blamed Canada for their "willful negligence" and forestry practices that they said were wrecking US air quality. Trump had described this as an invasion by “filthy, polluted, and unhealthy air”, the quality of which is dangerous and totally unacceptable, and reiterated that "Canada must pay" for the damage. In July, Trump threatened that the cost of wildfire will be added as a tariff.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-oman-strait-of-hormuz-talks-near-completion-trump-1785691380096">Iran says Oman talks on new Strait of Hormuz transit route near completion</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">🚨 IT&#39;S OFFICIAL: President Trump has decided on a &quot;punishment&quot; for Canada&#39;s wildfires impacting the US, and he will reveal it soon REPORTER: Have you decided on a punishment on Canada for the wildfires yet? TRUMP: &quot;I have. You&#39;ll find out.&quot; 👀 Canada must PAY! <a href="https://t.co/odk8TKd3n2">pic.twitter.com/odk8TKd3n2</a>&mdash; Eric Daugherty (@EricLDaugh) <a href="https://x.com/EricLDaugh/status/2084042006091661440?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 2, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Wildfire smoke has drifted in from central and western Canada and has blanketed parts of the region, triggering hazardous air quality alerts for over 100 million Americans across the Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast regions. The situation escalated in mid-July, and it still continues now; more than 950 wildfires are scorching Canada from coast to coast, the national wildland fire summary says.&nbsp;The persistent haze has disrupted daily life across multiple states in the US and has further strained the relationship between the US and Canada. Republicans are planning to introduce a bill to sanction “Canada and the responsible Canadian government officials for this atrocity.”&nbsp;In response, Canada has moved to diversify its trade partnerships. The International Trade Minister Maninder Sidhu unveiled a new "strategic exports office" on July 30. It will assist Canadian companies in winning major international contracts, combining strategic advocacy, government financing, and diplomatic support under one roof.

Donald Trump says he will punish Canada over wildfire smoke affecting US air quality, but declined to reveal the measures. Wildfires continue to rage across Canada.

US President Donald Trump said that he is planning to punish Canada over the wildfire crisis, which drifted into part of the US airspace. However, he refused to disclose the specifics about how he plans to punish. Speaking to a reporter aboard Air Force One about his planned action against the neighbouring nation, Trump said he has decided, and they will find out soon. US President Donald Trump and Republicans have blamed Canada for their "willful negligence" and forestry practices that they said were wrecking US air quality. Trump had described this as an invasion by “filthy, polluted, and unhealthy air”, the quality of which is dangerous and totally unacceptable, and reiterated that "Canada must pay" for the damage. In July, Trump threatened that the cost of wildfire will be added as a tariff. Also Read: Iran says Oman talks on new Strait of Hormuz transit route near completion

Donald Trump says he will punish Canada over wildfire smoke affecting US air quality, but declined to reveal the measures. Wildfires continue to rage across Canada.

Trump vows to punish Canada over wildfire smoke, says they'll 'find out soon'

Donald Trump went on a bizarre rant about shooting down Iranian missiles during a briefing about the war, repeating a word 11 times in just five seconds. Pete Hegseth and Marco Rubio were also present with him when he spoke about intercepting the missiles. He mentioned how &nbsp;US anti-aircraft interceptors struck down five ballistic missiles over the weekend. For some reason, he started talking about the speed of the missiles, and then compared them to a car.&nbsp;"The other day you read that five missiles were shot. They were going 8,600 miles an hour. Think of it, eight thousand, six hundred," he said, stressing on the figure. "Now a car, if you go 60, it gets to be a little faster if you go 100. 8,600 miles an hour, and they were big missiles and they were shot at Jordan. And our guys were there… bing, bing, bing, bing, bing, bing. Five. Bing, bing, bing, bing, bing," Trump said.&nbsp;His words caused everyone in the room to let out a laugh. Trump then remembered his predecessor Joe Biden. "I don’t want to be Joe Biden… I had to be careful… that would have been a great soundbite," he said.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/donald-trump-said-something-inappropriate-at-lindsey-graham-s-funeral-1785297416685">'Well, not everybody...' - Donald Trump makes inappropriate remark at Lindsey Graham's funeral</a>&nbsp;His weird rambling in a briefing about a war that has been going on for five months. A user wrote, "Words elude him," while another added, "Trump likes the less educated, because he is less educated also. This country is being run by a less educated president. Nothing good will happen here folks."&nbsp;Others couldn't believe that he was still talking about Biden. “He is the only person who even thinks about Joe Biden anymore.”<h2>Trump at Lindsey Graham's funeral</h2>Trump has been known to say the strangest things on the most inappropriate occasions. At Lindsey Graham's funeral, in his eulogy, he said, “Virtually everyone—Republican or Democrat—liked Lindsey. Well, not everybody. But it sounds good. Not everybody. He was a tough cookie, OK? I have to be—I have to veer from this for a second. He was a tough cookie, Darline, but he was beautiful.”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-s-latest-rant-is-about-a-massive-television-outage-that-never-happened-1785134090293">Trump's latest rant is about a 'massive television outage' that never happened</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump: bing, bing, bing, bing, bing, bing…five… bing, bing, bing, bing, bing. I don’t want to be Biden. <a href="https://t.co/XIXimp46FE">pic.twitter.com/XIXimp46FE</a>&mdash; Acyn (@Acyn) <a href="https://x.com/Acyn/status/2083226810872136150?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump rants about wind power and a TV outage</h2>Before that, at the Environmental Protection Agency in Washington, he started slamming windmills, saying that they caused a television outage that never actually happened. He asked the audience if they remembered the "massive television outage two years ago." He said, "The whole country was – I wasn’t scammed. I got it right from the beginning; I got it from the first minute when I heard this crap. You know?"&nbsp;"They were saying wind was so wonderful, so wonderful, except you couldn’t watch your television. They wanted to watch the debate, Donald Trump against Sleepy Joe Biden," he continued.

Donald Trump repeated the word multiple times within seconds, leaving the audience laughing and netizens questioning his capacity as the president. He talked about shooting down Iran's missiles, their speed and a bizarre car comparison.

Donald Trump went on a bizarre rant about shooting down Iranian missiles during a briefing about the war, repeating a word 11 times in just five seconds. Pete Hegseth and Marco Rubio were also present with him when he spoke about intercepting the missiles. He mentioned how US anti-aircraft interceptors struck down five ballistic missiles over the weekend. For some reason, he started talking about the speed of the missiles, and then compared them to a car. "The other day you read that five missiles were shot. They were going 8,600 miles an hour. Think of it, eight thousand, six hundred," he said, stressing on the figure. "Now a car, if you go 60, it gets to be a little faster if you go 100. 8,600 miles an hour, and they were big missiles and they were shot at Jordan. And our guys were there… bing, bing, bing, bing, bing, bing. Five. Bing, bing, bing, bing, bing," Trump said. His words caused everyone in the room to let out a laugh. Trump then remembered his predecessor Joe Biden. "I don’t want to be Joe Biden… I had to be careful… that would have been a great soundbite," he said. Also Read: 'Well, not everybody...' - Donald Trump makes inappropriate remark at Lindsey Graham's funeral His weird rambling in a briefing about a war that has been going on for five months. A user wrote, "Words elude him," while another added, "Trump likes the less educated, because he is less educated also. This country is being run by a less educated president. Nothing good will happen here folks." Others couldn't believe that he was still talking about Biden. “He is the only person who even thinks about Joe Biden anymore.” Trump at Lindsey Graham's funeral Trump has been known to say the strangest things on the most inappropriate occasions. At Lindsey Graham's funeral, in his eulogy, he said, “Virtually everyone—Republican or Democrat—liked Lindsey. Well, not everybody. But it sounds good. Not everybody. He was a tough cookie, OK? I have to be—I have to veer from this for a second. He was a tough cookie, Darline, but he was beautiful.” Also Read: Trump's latest rant is about a 'massive television outage' that never happened

Donald Trump repeated the word multiple times within seconds, leaving the audience laughing and netizens questioning his capacity as the president. He talked about shooting down Iran's missiles, their speed and a bizarre car comparison.

Trump goes 'bing bing bing' 11 times within 5 seconds at Iran war briefing

A day after President Donald Trump called off a major attack on Iran saying the Islamic Republic had agreed to open the Strait of Hormuz, reports said the deal being mediated will revive the memorandum of understanding signed by the two countries last month and ensure that the strait remains open for 60 days without fees.&nbsp;The deal would renew the ceasefire between the two sides and ensure that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for 60 days without fees, reported Channel 12 on Sunday, citing sources aware of the details.&nbsp;The Iranian state media also said that negotiations between Iran and Oman over a mutual mechanism to govern the strait were in their final stages but did not share further details.&nbsp;The US-Iran memorandum obligated Iran to fully open the strait “for 60 days only,” and did not impose restrictions after that.It collapsed amid competing claims over Hormuz, with US President Donald Trump insisting the strait would be open, while Tehran claimed the deal allowed it to control the key waterway.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-admin-creating-incubators-to-develop-tech-to-counter-drone-terror-attacks-1785695702777">Trump admin creating ‘incubators’ to develop tech to counter drone terror attacks</a>&nbsp;According to the Channel 12 report, Israel was to be part of the attack, the planning for which began a day after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Trump at the White House.&nbsp;The US Central Command prepared an attack plan on Iranian energy infrastructure. “Israel was supposed to be part of the plan,” a US official told Channel 12.Israel told the US that if the attack did not significantly damage Iranian economic and regime targets, there would be no point in carrying it out.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/madrasas-shouldn-t-exist-they-produce-jihadists-taslima-nasreen-wants-bangladesh-to-be-secular-nation-1785687296945">‘Madrasas shouldn’t exist, they produce jihadists’: Taslima Nasreen wants Bangladesh to be secular nation</a><h2>Qataris told Trump Iran agreed to open Hormuz</h2>&nbsp;Qatar engaged in intensive talks with Iran, the US, and Oman to try to head off the attack and open up the Strait of Hormuz.&nbsp;Besides, Qatari officials told Trump on Saturday that they needed another day to reach a solution with Iran. Later in the day, Qatar told Trump that Iran had agreed to a proposal to open the Strait.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman called Trump to urge him not to strike and managed to sway him. Trump then posted on Truth Social that he was calling off the attack and that Iran had agreed to open the strait and end its nuclear programme. Though Tehran denied the claims on Hormuz, no strikes were reported from either side overnight into Sunday after the announcement.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-eroded-india-s-faith-bit-by-bit-indian-envoy-defends-putting-indus-waters-treaty-in-abeyance-1785679387240">‘Pakistan eroded India's faith bit by bit’: Indian envoy defends putting Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance</a><h2>UAE pushed Trump for action, said IRGC won’t budge: WSJ report</h2>&nbsp;The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday that, while Saudi Arabia had pushed Trump to refrain from a major attack on Iran over the weekend, the United Arab Emirates had lobbied him to take more decisive action.&nbsp;The report, citing senior Gulf officials familiar with the discussion, said the UAE argued that the IRGC would not budge on its demands without an escalation by the US, including Washington taking control of the Strait of Hormuz and possibly launching a ground incursion.The UAE carried out its own strikes against Iran and it also hosted Israeli air defence troops on its soil to help counter Iranian attacks.

Qatari officials told President Donald Trump late Saturday that Iran had agreed to a proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman called Trump to urge him not to strike and managed to sway him

A day after President Donald Trump called off a major attack on Iran saying the Islamic Republic had agreed to open the Strait of Hormuz, reports said the deal being mediated will revive the memorandum of understanding signed by the two countries last month and ensure that the strait remains open for 60 days without fees. The deal would renew the ceasefire between the two sides and ensure that the Strait of Hormuz remains open for 60 days without fees, reported Channel 12 on Sunday, citing sources aware of the details. The Iranian state media also said that negotiations between Iran and Oman over a mutual mechanism to govern the strait were in their final stages but did not share further details. The US-Iran memorandum obligated Iran to fully open the strait “for 60 days only,” and did not impose restrictions after that. It collapsed amid competing claims over Hormuz, with US President Donald Trump insisting the strait would be open, while Tehran claimed the deal allowed it to control the key waterway. Also Read: Trump admin creating ‘incubators’ to develop tech to counter drone terror attacks According to the Channel 12 report, Israel was to be part of the attack, the planning for which began a day after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu met with Trump at the White House. The US Central Command prepared an attack plan on Iranian energy infrastructure. “Israel was supposed to be part of the plan,” a US official told Channel 12. Israel told the US that if the attack did not significantly damage Iranian economic and regime targets, there would be no point in carrying it out. Also Read: ‘Madrasas shouldn’t exist, they produce jihadists’: Taslima Nasreen wants Bangladesh to be secular nation Qataris told Trump Iran agreed to open Hormuz Qatar engaged in intensive talks with Iran, the US, and Oman to try to head off the attack and open up the Strait of Hormuz. Besides, Qatari officials told Trump on Saturday that they needed another day to reach a solution with Iran. Later in the day, Qatar told Trump that Iran had agreed to a proposal to open the Strait. Meanwhile, Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman called Trump to urge him not to strike and managed to sway him. Trump then posted on Truth Social that he was calling off the attack and that Iran had agreed to open the strait and end its nuclear programme. Though Tehran denied the claims on Hormuz, no strikes were reported from either side overnight into Sunday after the announcement. Also Read: ‘Pakistan eroded India's faith bit by bit’: Indian envoy defends putting Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance UAE pushed Trump for action, said IRGC won’t budge: WSJ report The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday that, while Saudi Arabia had pushed Trump to refrain from a major attack on Iran over the weekend, the United Arab Emirates had lobbied him to take more decisive action. The report, citing senior Gulf officials familiar with the discussion, said the UAE argued that the IRGC would not budge on its demands without an escalation by the US, including Washington taking control of the Strait of Hormuz and possibly launching a ground incursion. The UAE carried out its own strikes against Iran and it also hosted Israeli air defence troops on its soil to help counter Iranian attacks.

Qatari officials told President Donald Trump late Saturday that Iran had agreed to a proposal to open the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, Saudi Crown Prince Mohamed Bin Salman called Trump to urge him not to strike and managed to sway him

Deal being worked out to revive US-Iran MoU, open Hormuz for 60 days without fees: Report

President Donald Trump on Sunday shared that his administration is creating incubators for developing technology that can effectively counter drone terror attacks. Trump did not make any formal announcement himself but shared a link on his Truth Social account by pasting the headline of a news article, thus corroborating the news.&nbsp;Since drone warfare preparedness has become important for every nation, the Trump administration is utilising private sector ‘incubators’ to bring America’s best and brightest together to protect the country, including one new company’s groundbreaking product to counter malign drones within seconds.&nbsp;&nbsp;

&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/madrasas-shouldn-t-exist-they-produce-jihadists-taslima-nasreen-wants-bangladesh-to-be-secular-nation-1785687296945">‘Madrasas shouldn’t exist, they produce jihadists’: Taslima Nasreen wants Bangladesh to be secular nation</a>&nbsp;“We are acting as an incubator, as a catalyst for all of those potential solutions in the private sector...a competition for the best athlete to find out not only what drones we need, because we’re not going to be buying drones from other countries, we’re going to be building them here for our war fighters, the first-person view drones (FPV) that are used to attack our enemies, but also for the defensive measures,” said Dr. Sebastian Gorka, Senior Director for Counterterrorism at the National Security Council, while talking to Washington-based Just The News.&nbsp;One such anti-drone technology that has emerged is Space Eyes’ Morpheus Counter-Unmanned Aerial System (C-UAS), which combines advanced radio-frequency signal processing, artificial intelligence, and quantum-resistant security to detect, classify, and neutralise airborne threats within seconds.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-eroded-india-s-faith-bit-by-bit-indian-envoy-defends-putting-indus-waters-treaty-in-abeyance-1785679387240">‘Pakistan eroded India's faith bit by bit’: Indian envoy defends putting Indus Waters Treaty in abeyance</a>&nbsp;“We just hosted one of the largest sporting events we’ve ever seen in the world with FIFA, and that (drone warfare) was at the forefront,” Derek Gordon, President of National Security at Space Eyes, told the media outlet.&nbsp;“Criminals are always trying to be a step ahead of law enforcement, and the US government as a whole spends an exorbitant amount of resources on countering something that costs the enemy a few dollars to make. So, this problem wouldn’t be solved without the partnership of private industry,” Gordon said.&nbsp;<h2>‘Ensure defence department is adequately funded for right things’</h2>&nbsp;“We just have to make sure our defence department is adequately funded, and it’s funded for the right things. We have to make sure we’re not fighting the last war and end some of the contracts we put in place 10 or 15 years ago, and make sure we have a robust defence against drones both in the battlefield and at home,” said Rep. Glenn Grothman, R-Wis..&nbsp;He also suggested that the gaps between federal funding and drone attacks in towns across America be closed. “I think this is something that would be a good thing for Mike Johnson to look at. Provide some assets or perhaps fund some drones for local governments as well.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pakistan-eroded-india-s-faith-bit-by-bit-indian-envoy-defends-putting-indus-waters-treaty-in-abeyance-1785679387240">Mountaineer Nirmal Purja’s body recovered from Broad Peak three days after avalanche</a><h2>Drones used in several recent conflicts</h2>&nbsp;The soft launch of drone warfare emerged during the Russia-Ukraine war. Both sides have heavily relied on drone warfare for reconnaissance, targeting enemy positions, and conducting direct attacks.Ukrainian forces pioneered the use of inexpensive FPV drones for precision strikes, while Russia has deployed Iranian-made Shahed drones for long-range assaults. Drone technology has transformed the battlefield, enabling low-cost attrition and reducing the need for manned aircraft in many scenarios. FPV drones are “first-person view” remote-controlled quadcopters that stream real-time video from an onboard camera directly to pilot goggles.&nbsp;During the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, Hamas used drones for surveillance and dropping explosives and grenades on positions, and some one-way attacks, alongside paragliders, rockets, and the main ground invasion that killed at least 1,200 people and took 251 hostages.&nbsp;Drone warfare can be used not only on the battlefield, but also on US soil to carry out mass-casualty events.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/cwg-2026-lovlina-borgohain-flags-missing-northeast-india-map-glasgow-restaurant-1785674559145">CWG 2026: Lovlina Borgohain flags missing Northeast on India map at Glasgow eatery</a><h2>FBI thwarted plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event</h2>&nbsp;In June, the FBI thwarted an alleged plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House with explosive-laden drones and snipers targeting officials and attendees.Authorities arrested multiple suspects in a multi-state operation and the event, attended by President Donald Trump, proceeded without incident.Some drones, like the Griff Aviation 300, have a maximum load capacity of nearly 500 pounds.The public safety aspect of drone warfare is frightening.&nbsp;Authorities even report growing use of drones to smuggle contraband into prisons. Unmanned aircraft have dropped packages containing drugs, cellphones, weapons and other banned items over facility walls in multiple states and countries.Prison officials say the deliveries undermine security and fuel violence inside. For the time being, they are responding with detection technology, netting and restricted airspace rules to counter the threat.

Drone warfare first emerged during the Russia-Ukraine war as both sides heavily relied on drone warfare for reconnaissance, targeting enemy positions, and conducting direct attacks. Hamas used drones for surveillance and dropping explosives and grenades during Oct 7, 2023 attack on Israel.

President Donald Trump on Sunday shared that his administration is creating incubators for developing technology that can effectively counter drone terror attacks. Trump did not make any formal announcement himself but shared a link on his Truth Social account by pasting the headline of a news article, thus corroborating the news. Since drone warfare preparedness has become important for every nation, the Trump administration is utilising private sector ‘incubators’ to bring America’s best and brightest together to protect the country, including one new company’s groundbreaking product to counter malign drones within seconds.

Drone warfare first emerged during the Russia-Ukraine war as both sides heavily relied on drone warfare for reconnaissance, targeting enemy positions, and conducting direct attacks. Hamas used drones for surveillance and dropping explosives and grenades during Oct 7, 2023 attack on Israel.

Trump admin creating ‘incubators’ to develop tech to counter drone terror attacks

As the US pushes Iran to curb its uranium enrichment, Washington has quietly struck a long-awaited nuclear cooperation deal with Saudi Arabia. Why is this agreement drawing scrutiny, and what could it mean for the Middle East's strategic balance?

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U.S. President Donald Trump has once again postponed planned military strikes on Iran, claiming that the outlines of a peace deal are taking shape. However, Tehran has categorically denied asking Washington to halt the strikes, calling the allegations false. As tensions continue to simmer, Gulf nations including Saudi Arabia are reportedly urging de-escalation, fearing the devastating consequences of a wider regional conflict.

In this exclusive interview, Chris Doyle, Director of the Council for Arab-British Understanding (CAABU), analyzes the evolving crisis, Trump's repeated reversals, Iran's military strategy, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, and the growing role of Gulf countries in preventing a full-scale regional war.

Can diplomacy still succeed, or is another military confrontation inevitable?

Watch the full analysis for the latest developments from the Middle East.

Iran-U.S. War: Trump Losing Credibility as Conflict Drags On, Expert Warns

US President Donald Trump has reaffirmed Washington’s recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Western Sahara, describing Morocco’s autonomy proposal as the only realistic path toward resolving the decades-long dispute.

The development comes as Spain continues to grapple with a massive migrant influx into its North African enclave of Ceuta, prompting emergency discussions across the European Union. The Western Sahara dispute remains one of North Africa’s most sensitive geopolitical issues, involving Morocco, the Polisario Front, Algeria, and international stakeholders.

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U.S. President Donald Trump has once again called off planned military strikes on Iran, saying he received requests from Iran and Gulf nations to avoid further escalation.

According to Trump, the temporary understanding includes the immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and an end to Iran's nuclear threat. Reports suggest Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman urged Trump to de-escalate the conflict, while the U.S. and Israel had reportedly been preparing one of the largest bombing campaigns against Iran.

Meanwhile, Iran has warned that any new American attack would trigger a powerful response targeting energy infrastructure across the Gulf region. U.S. embassies throughout the Middle East have also issued security alerts amid fears of a wider regional conflict.

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Israel says it has killed several Hezbollah fighters in southern Lebanon despite an existing ceasefire, while reporting that an Israeli soldier was injured during operations. The Israeli military says it will continue targeting what it describes as Hezbollah threats inside a security zone.

The developments come as the United Nations voices concern over Israeli military actions, particularly after large-scale explosions near the UNESCO-listed Beaufort Castle in southern Lebanon. Meanwhile, Hezbollah continues to reject calls for disarmament despite a U.S.-backed framework agreement aimed at reducing hostilities.

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Truth Social has launched a premium Truth API service that offers real-time access to posts for subscribers paying as much as $100,000 per month. While premium data feeds are common across social media platforms, this service has sparked controversy because the platform's most influential user is U.S. President Donald Trump.

The subscription is reportedly aimed at high-frequency trading firms, hedge funds, financial institutions, and news organizations seeking instant access to market-moving information. Critics argue that when a sitting president's social media posts can influence stock markets, commodities, tariffs, and geopolitical developments, faster access could create an unfair financial advantage for those who can afford it.

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US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Aug 2) said that the United States and Israel have agreed to hold off attacks on Iran if a deal is reached quickly. He claimed that the decision was taken at the request of Tehran and other nations in the region despite the US being “locked and loaded” and “ready to go against Iran”. The US president also said that parameters of a deal were reached.In a post on his Truth Social, Trump said, “The U.S.A. is locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/are-yemen-s-houthis-planning-to-charge-transit-fees-in-red-sea-group-says-any-individual-or-entity-1785571186921">Are Yemen’s Houthis planning to charge transit fees in Red Sea? Group says ‘any individual or entity...’</a>He added, “Despite this, we have just been asked by Iran, and other Middle Eastern Countries, to hold off any attack in that the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to.”Trump said that the agreement would include “complete and total” opening of the Strait of Hormuz and “an end to Iran’s nuclear threat”. He warned that he cancelled the attacks on the condition that a deal is reached quickly.“This would include the Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT, and an end to Iran’s nuclear threat. Based on this request, I have agreed, for the future benefit of the WORLD and, likewise, the survival of a successful and prosperous Iran, to cancel the attack, subject to being able to rapidly make a DEAL. The Country of Israel joins me in this commitment,” he wrote.“Get to work, everybody, and get it DONE.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/oil-tanker-hit-by-unknown-projectile-off-oman-as-us-iran-tensions-escalate-1785556874223">Oil tanker hit by ‘unknown projectile’ off Oman as US-Iran tensions escalate</a>Earlier on Friday (Jul 31), Trump threatened more strikes on Iran, demanding reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking to reporters at the Camp David presidential retreat in Maryland, he said “we just want to win” in Iran, adding that the US would hit the Islamic Republic “very hard” until they couldn’t take it anymore.Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Tehran is ready to respond “decisively” to any US aggression.During separate phone conversations with Pakistan’s army chief and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Araghchi discussed rising regional tensions and accused Washington of destabilising actions. He reiterated that Iran remains prepared to defend its sovereignty, territorial integrity and national security.

Trump said the US and Israel have paused a planned attack on Iran after Tehran sought time for talks. He warned that strikes could resume unless a deal is reached quickly and Iran’s nuclear threat ends.

US President Donald Trump on Saturday (Aug 2) said that the United States and Israel have agreed to hold off attacks on Iran if a deal is reached quickly. He claimed that the decision was taken at the request of Tehran and other nations in the region despite the US being “locked and loaded” and “ready to go against Iran”. The US president also said that parameters of a deal were reached. In a post on his Truth Social, Trump said, “The U.S.A. is locked and loaded and ready to go against the Islamic Republic of Iran, at levels of Military Terror, Strength, and Power not seen since World War II.” Also read | Are Yemen’s Houthis planning to charge transit fees in Red Sea? Group says ‘any individual or entity...’ He added, “Despite this, we have just been asked by Iran, and other Middle Eastern Countries, to hold off any attack in that the perimeters of a deal has been agreed to.” Trump said that the agreement would include “complete and total” opening of the Strait of Hormuz and “an end to Iran’s nuclear threat”. He warned that he cancelled the attacks on the condition that a deal is reached quickly. “This would include the Immediate, Complete, and Total OPENING OF THE HORMUZ STRAIT, and an end to Iran’s nuclear threat. Based on this request, I have agreed, for the future benefit of the WORLD and, likewise, the survival of a successful and prosperous Iran, to cancel the attack, subject to being able to rapidly make a DEAL. The Country of Israel joins me in this commitment,” he wrote. “Get to work, everybody, and get it DONE.” Also read | Oil tanker hit by ‘unknown projectile’ off Oman as US-Iran tensions escalate Earlier on Friday (Jul 31), Trump threatened more strikes on Iran, demanding reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Speaking to reporters at the Camp David presidential retreat in Maryland, he said “we just want to win” in Iran, adding that the US would hit the Islamic Republic “very hard” until they couldn’t take it anymore. Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned that Tehran is ready to respond “decisively” to any US aggression. During separate phone conversations with Pakistan’s army chief and Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, Araghchi discussed rising regional tensions and accused Washington of destabilising actions. He reiterated that Iran remains prepared to defend its sovereignty, territorial integrity and national security.

Trump said the US and Israel have paused a planned attack on Iran after Tehran sought time for talks. He warned that strikes could resume unless a deal is reached quickly and Iran’s nuclear threat ends.

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The United States has signed a civilian nuclear agreement with Saudi Arabia, a move being presented as an energy partnership but one that is raising serious strategic questions across West Asia. While Washington says the deal supports Saudi Arabia's civilian nuclear ambitions, critics warn it could reshape the regional balance of power.

The agreement has sparked concerns in Israel over nuclear proliferation, while questions remain about uranium enrichment restrictions, International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) oversight, and whether the deal is linked to Saudi Arabia normalizing ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords.

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The US Justice Department has dropped felony vandalism charges against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn after new evidence showed that damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was caused by a flawed installation process.&nbsp;Hearn, 67, had faced a possible 10-year prison sentence after prosecutors accused him of damaging the newly renovated pool. Federal prosecutor Jeanine Pirro had announced the charges earlier this month, saying witnesses saw Hearn "forcefully and violently" pulling up the pool's new liner on June 19.&nbsp;However, Pirro said in a court filing on Friday that new information had "undermined the evidentiary basis for the indictment" and asked the court to dismiss the case.&nbsp;The filing said documents from the Department of the Interior showed that the damage "was the result of a botched installation and not vandalism as initially represented" by the department.<h3>Trump blamed vandals</h3>The decision came after President Donald Trump repeatedly blamed "deranged vandals" for damaging the newly renovated pool. Trump claimed that people entered the site at night and cut a large hole in the new lining using box cutters or other sharp tools.&nbsp;He also alleged that fertiliser was thrown into the pool, causing severe algae growth. Trump blamed the alleged vandalism for the pool's damage and water quality problems. He called those responsible "animals" and demanded the maximum prosecution and prison sentences.&nbsp;The renovated pool soon developed algae blooms that turned the water green. Parts of the blue lining also began peeling away. Trump had faced criticism over the $14.7 million renovation and continued to blame vandals for the problems.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-avalanche-nepali-mountaineer-nirmal-purja-declared-dead-1785582391982">Pakistan avalanche: Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja confirmed dead</a><h3>Contractor work under scrutiny</h3>The Justice Department said documents from the Interior Department showed a rushed and flawed installation process. The documents said the lining repeatedly failed during installation and later began peeling across the Reflecting Pool.&nbsp;Pirro and Spence wrote that "the information subsequently demanded by (U.S. Attorney's Office) and disclosed by DOI, which was not known to the prosecutors or the grand jury before the return of the indictment, ​strongly suggest that a rushed and botched installation by AIC, the primary contractor, led to the damage to the lining of the Reflecting ​Pool."&nbsp;The pool renovation was among several "beautification" projects ordered by Trump ahead of the July 4 celebrations marking America's 250th anniversary.&nbsp;Problems appeared soon after the pool was refilled. Algae returned, and parts of the new liner began peeling in several places.&nbsp;Hearn, who competed in canoeing at three Olympic Summer Games, said he visited the refurbished pool after a long bike ride. He noticed part of the liner had come loose and reached into the water to check it. As he prepared to leave, US Park Police arrested him.&nbsp;“I didn’t vandalise anything,” Hearn told The Washington Post last month. “I didn’t destroy or break or peel anything. By the time I realised what was going on, I was being put in handcuffs.”

The US Justice Department dropped vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn after new evidence linked damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to a botched installation rather than deliberate vandalism

The US Justice Department has dropped felony vandalism charges against former Olympic canoeist David Hearn after new evidence showed that damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool was caused by a flawed installation process. Hearn, 67, had faced a possible 10-year prison sentence after prosecutors accused him of damaging the newly renovated pool. Federal prosecutor Jeanine Pirro had announced the charges earlier this month, saying witnesses saw Hearn "forcefully and violently" pulling up the pool's new liner on June 19. However, Pirro said in a court filing on Friday that new information had "undermined the evidentiary basis for the indictment" and asked the court to dismiss the case. The filing said documents from the Department of the Interior showed that the damage "was the result of a botched installation and not vandalism as initially represented" by the department. Trump blamed vandals The decision came after President Donald Trump repeatedly blamed "deranged vandals" for damaging the newly renovated pool. Trump claimed that people entered the site at night and cut a large hole in the new lining using box cutters or other sharp tools. He also alleged that fertiliser was thrown into the pool, causing severe algae growth. Trump blamed the alleged vandalism for the pool's damage and water quality problems. He called those responsible "animals" and demanded the maximum prosecution and prison sentences. The renovated pool soon developed algae blooms that turned the water green. Parts of the blue lining also began peeling away. Trump had faced criticism over the $14.7 million renovation and continued to blame vandals for the problems. Also Read: Pakistan avalanche: Nepali mountaineer Nirmal Purja confirmed dead Contractor work under scrutiny The Justice Department said documents from the Interior Department showed a rushed and flawed installation process. The documents said the lining repeatedly failed during installation and later began peeling across the Reflecting Pool. Pirro and Spence wrote that "the information subsequently demanded by (U.S. Attorney's Office) and disclosed by DOI, which was not known to the prosecutors or the grand jury before the return of the indictment, strongly suggest that a rushed and botched installation by AIC, the primary contractor, led to the damage to the lining of the Reflecting Pool." The pool renovation was among several "beautification" projects ordered by Trump ahead of the July 4 celebrations marking America's 250th anniversary. Problems appeared soon after the pool was refilled. Algae returned, and parts of the new liner began peeling in several places. Hearn, who competed in canoeing at three Olympic Summer Games, said he visited the refurbished pool after a long bike ride. He noticed part of the liner had come loose and reached into the water to check it. As he prepared to leave, US Park Police arrested him. “I didn’t vandalise anything,” Hearn told The Washington Post last month. “I didn’t destroy or break or peel anything. By the time I realised what was going on, I was being put in handcuffs.”

The US Justice Department dropped vandalism charges against former Olympian David Hearn after new evidence linked damage to the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool to a botched installation rather than deliberate vandalism

Trump administration drops Olympian's Reflecting Pool case, blames damage on botched installation

Fresh Israeli airstrikes have struck multiple locations across the Gaza Strip, killing at least two people and injuring 10 others, even as hopes rise for a new ceasefire agreement.

According to reports, an Israeli strike hit a house in the Nuseirat refugee camp after evacuation warnings were issued. Additional strikes in Deir al-Balah also resulted in casualties. Meanwhile, families across Gaza continue searching for loved ones who remain missing amid the ongoing conflict.

The attacks come as U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Hamas has agreed to hand over its weapons to a Palestinian governing committee as part of a proposed second phase of the Gaza ceasefire. Trump said Israel was "very happy" with the agreement and described it as a major diplomatic breakthrough.

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Spain is facing one of its most serious migration emergencies after tens of thousands of migrants crossed into the North African enclave of Ceuta from Morocco. Spanish authorities say at least 67 migrants died during the mass crossing, with many drowning at sea or being crushed near the border breakwater.

Officials estimate that around 50,000 migrants crossed into Ceuta, while local authorities put the figure even higher. Most migrants have since returned voluntarily to Morocco, but the humanitarian and political fallout continues to grow.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the incident as a violation of Spain's territorial integrity and blamed human trafficking networks for spreading false hopes among migrants. Spain has also installed an inflatable sea barrier to strengthen border security.

Spain's Ceuta Migrant Crisis Deepens | 67 Dead As Tens Of Thousands Return To Morocco

US President Donald Trump has said that his administration's campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC) is intended to protect Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials from prosecution, insisting that he is not the focus of the court's investigations.Trump made the remarks during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Friday (Jul 31) after Secretary of State Marco Rubio briefed ministers on efforts to persuade countries to leave the Hague-based tribunal.The comments came after Rubio announced that five countries had indicated they planned to withdraw from the ICC, following a US-led campaign launched earlier this month against the court.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-to-charge-foreign-students-100000-for-a-shot-at-a-us-job-heres-why-indian-students-should-be-worried-1785459801701">Trump to charge foreign students $100,000 for a shot at a US job? Here's why Indian students should be worried</a><h2>'He's trying to defend Bibi'</h2>Addressing the meeting, Trump dismissed suggestions that the administration's actions were aimed at protecting him personally. "There's no information that they're after me," Trump said."It could happen, but just so you know... he (Rubio) is not trying to defend me. He's trying to defend Bibi and various other people," Trump said, using Netanyahu's widely known nickname."But there are many people that shouldn't be looked at that way. But there is no indication that I'm one of them at this moment," he added.<h2>But why does the US care so much about Bibi?</h2>According to Rubio, the ICC campaign is not just about the Israeli PM. He argued that American military personnel could also be exposed to future prosecutions before the ICC.Rubio said US service members could potentially face legal action years after participating in military operations, making the administration's opposition to the court a broader national security issue.<h2>Why the US is targeting the ICC</h2>The International Criminal Court, established in 2002 and headquartered in The Hague, investigates allegations of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity. It exercises jurisdiction when national authorities are unable or unwilling to prosecute such offences.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/not-sure-trump-pours-cold-water-on-ukraine-s-patriot-missile-dream-after-zelensky-s-claim-1785458168292">'Not sure': Trump pours cold water on Ukraine's Patriot missile dream after Zelensky's claim</a>Although the United States is not a member of the ICC, the court can prosecute citizens of non-member states if alleged crimes are committed on the territory of an ICC member state.The Trump administration has sharply escalated its criticism of the court since returning to office. Opposition intensified after the ICC issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu in connection with alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Gaza conflict.Earlier this month, Rubio accused the tribunal of overreach, pointing to calls from activist groups seeking investigations into US personnel over migrant deportations and military operations targeting suspected maritime drug traffickers.<h2>Campaign to weaken the court</h2>As part of its strategy, the administration has said it will encourage countries to withdraw from the ICC while imposing travel restrictions and financial sanctions on court officials and affiliated organisations.Those measures, however, are already facing legal challenges from ICC judges and US advocacy groups, which argue the sanctions violate constitutional free speech protections.

Donald Trump has said Washington's campaign against the ICC is primarily intended to protect Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials from prosecution, while Marco Rubio argued the effort is also aimed at shielding American personnel from potential future ICC cases.

US President Donald Trump has said that his administration's campaign against the International Criminal Court (ICC) is intended to protect Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials from prosecution, insisting that he is not the focus of the court's investigations. Trump made the remarks during a Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Friday (Jul 31) after Secretary of State Marco Rubio briefed ministers on efforts to persuade countries to leave the Hague-based tribunal. The comments came after Rubio announced that five countries had indicated they planned to withdraw from the ICC, following a US-led campaign launched earlier this month against the court. Also read | Trump to charge foreign students $100,000 for a shot at a US job? Here's why Indian students should be worried 'He's trying to defend Bibi' Addressing the meeting, Trump dismissed suggestions that the administration's actions were aimed at protecting him personally. "There's no information that they're after me," Trump said. "It could happen, but just so you know... he (Rubio) is not trying to defend me. He's trying to defend Bibi and various other people," Trump said, using Netanyahu's widely known nickname. "But there are many people that shouldn't be looked at that way. But there is no indication that I'm one of them at this moment," he added. But why does the US care so much about Bibi? According to Rubio, the ICC campaign is not just about the Israeli PM. He argued that American military personnel could also be exposed to future prosecutions before the ICC. Rubio said US service members could potentially face legal action years after participating in military operations, making the administration's opposition to the court a broader national security issue. Why the US is targeting the ICC The International Criminal Court, established in 2002 and headquartered in The Hague, investigates allegations of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity. It exercises jurisdiction when national authorities are unable or unwilling to prosecute such offences. Also read | 'Not sure': Trump pours cold water on Ukraine's Patriot missile dream after Zelensky's claim Although the United States is not a member of the ICC, the court can prosecute citizens of non-member states if alleged crimes are committed on the territory of an ICC member state. The Trump administration has sharply escalated its criticism of the court since returning to office. Opposition intensified after the ICC issued an arrest warrant for Netanyahu in connection with alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the Gaza conflict. Earlier this month, Rubio accused the tribunal of overreach, pointing to calls from activist groups seeking investigations into US personnel over migrant deportations and military operations targeting suspected maritime drug traffickers. Campaign to weaken the court As part of its strategy, the administration has said it will encourage countries to withdraw from the ICC while imposing travel restrictions and financial sanctions on court officials and affiliated organisations. Those measures, however, are already facing legal challenges from ICC judges and US advocacy groups, which argue the sanctions violate constitutional free speech protections.

Donald Trump has said Washington's campaign against the ICC is primarily intended to protect Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu and other officials from prosecution, while Marco Rubio argued the effort is also aimed at shielding American personnel from potential future ICC cases.

'Trying to defend Bibi': Trump says ICC campaign is about Netanyahu as US pushes countries to quit court

US President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Friday where he compared Thursday’s surge of around 50,000 migrants into the Spanish city of Ceuta to an “invasion,” and warned that the same will happen to the United States “except worse” if Republicans do not win the midterm elections in November.&nbsp;Trump suggested the moment should be taken as a warning to US voters as midterm elections near.&nbsp;“You know I saw Spain yesterday and I watched the catastrophe that took place. It looks like an invasion of a country by hundreds of thousands of people,” Trump said. “And that same thing is going to happen to us if the Republicans don’t get elected. Except worse, much bigger.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/avoid-attacks-on-commercial-shipping-seafarers-jaishankar-tells-iran-s-fm-araghchi-1785510556026">‘Avoid attacks on commercial shipping, seafarers,’ Jaishankar tells Iran’s FM Araghchi</a>&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump says: &quot;I saw Spain yesterday and the catastrophe that took place. It was an INVASION. And that same thing is going to happen to us if Republicans don&#39;t get elected, except worse. If we&#39;re not in office, our country will be invaded at levels that make Spain look small time.&quot;… <a href="https://t.co/8smlH1BTTh">pic.twitter.com/8smlH1BTTh</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://x.com/WIONews/status/2083221638016028932?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 31, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump also criticized Spain’s left-wing government led by Pedro Sánchez, claiming the country’s “weak law, bad management” is to blame.&nbsp;Trump said the migrant surge into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta is going to be “a talking point for the midterms” for the Republican Party. The president said that without Republicans in power, “our country will be invaded at levels that made Spain look small time” and what happened “will look good compared to what’s going to happen to the United States.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-demands-international-scrutiny-of-pakistan-s-actions-in-pojk-as-civilian-deaths-mount-1785506194579">India demands international scrutiny of Pakistan’s actions in PoJK as civilian deaths mount</a>&nbsp;Trump has been repeatedly criticising European policies on immigration as being too lax. At Friday’s cabinet meeting, he described the deadly migrant crossings as a “catastrophe” and said that migrants are “invading” Spain as a result of “very liberal law.”&nbsp;Spain is grappling to respond after some 60,000 migrants crossed from Morocco into Spain’s tiny Ceuta territory in the past 24 hours.According to the Spanish government, roughly half of them have already made their way back voluntarily.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/utmost-brutality-ex-aap-leader-tahir-hussain-4-others-get-life-term-for-ankit-sharma-s-murder-1785504258932">‘Utmost brutality’: Ex-AAP leader Tahir Hussain, 4 others get life term for Ankit Sharma’s murder</a>&nbsp;Trump also said that the US will be hitting Iran “very hard” if they dobn’t change their tune.&nbsp;“We’ll be hitting them,” Trump said. “We’ll be hitting them very hard. And you know at some point, they’re going to say, ‘We just can’t take it anymore’.”&nbsp;

President Donald Trump said the migrant surge into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta is going to be a talking point for the midterms for the Republican Party. He said without Republicans in power, the US will be invaded at levels that will make Spain look small time.

US President Donald Trump held a Cabinet meeting at Camp David on Friday where he compared Thursday’s surge of around 50,000 migrants into the Spanish city of Ceuta to an “invasion,” and warned that the same will happen to the United States “except worse” if Republicans do not win the midterm elections in November. Trump suggested the moment should be taken as a warning to US voters as midterm elections near. “You know I saw Spain yesterday and I watched the catastrophe that took place. It looks like an invasion of a country by hundreds of thousands of people,” Trump said. “And that same thing is going to happen to us if the Republicans don’t get elected. Except worse, much bigger.” Also Read: ‘Avoid attacks on commercial shipping, seafarers,’ Jaishankar tells Iran’s FM Araghchi

President Donald Trump said the migrant surge into the Spanish enclave of Ceuta is going to be a talking point for the midterms for the Republican Party. He said without Republicans in power, the US will be invaded at levels that will make Spain look small time.

Trump warns US could see migrant ‘invasion’ of Spain if Democrats win midterms

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced what he describes as a historic agreement for the complete disarmament of Hamas, calling it a crucial step toward establishing a new governing authority in Gaza and advancing long-term peace in the region.

According to reports, mediators in Cairo have proposed a framework under which Hamas would gradually surrender its weapons, while Israeli forces would withdraw in phases. However, Israel has not fully endorsed the proposal, insisting that there will be no military withdrawal until Gaza is completely demilitarized.

Hamas has responded by saying that any handover of its heavy weapons will depend on Israel ending its military operations, withdrawing its forces, and committing to a permanent ceasefire. The proposed agreement also includes an international stabilization force and a new Palestinian police structure to oversee Gaza's future security.

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West Asia remains on edge as Iran launched a major retaliatory strike targeting a key U.S. military base in Kuwait after Washington paused fresh attacks. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) claims it targeted fighter jet shelters, satellite communications, and military infrastructure, while Kuwait says its air defenses intercepted the incoming drones.

The conflict is expanding across multiple fronts. Iran also claims to have intercepted oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, while the Iran-backed Houthis continue to threaten shipping in the Red Sea, prompting Saudi Arabia and regional allies to form a new maritime security coalition.

Iran Strikes U.S. Base in Kuwait as Trump Faces Growing Pressure Over West Asia War

Russia unleashed a massive air assault across Ukraine on Thursday, firing over 70 missiles and 280 drones, exposing severe gaps in Kyiv's air defence and shelter networks. As Ukrainian forces retaliated with long-range drone hits inside Russia, President Volodymyr Zelensky's push to manufacture U.S. Patriot interceptors domestically has hit a major wall after President Donald Trump expressed doubts. We break down Ukraine's shelter crisis, the air defence crisis, and what Trump's position means for Kyiv's survival.

Trump Dashes Zelensky's Patriot Dream as Putin Exploits Ukraine's Air Defence Gap

The conflict between Iran and the United States continues to intensify as Iran's military claims it has launched drone strikes against U.S. military facilities in Kuwait, targeting the Ahmed Al Jaber Air Base as part of the latest phase of its military operation.

According to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the attacks targeted fighter jet shelters, satellite communication systems, and logistics facilities. The IRGC has also released images claiming damage to the Al Azraq Air Base in Jordan, alleging that several American F-35 fighter jets were destroyed or damaged. However, the U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) has disputed these claims, saying all incoming missiles were intercepted and no aircraft or military equipment was damaged.

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A sudden influx of around 60,000 migrants from Morocco into Ceuta, a Spanish territory on Africa's northern coast, has triggered a major crisis for Spain and raised concerns across the European Union.&nbsp;The scale of the influx is enormous compared with Ceuta's population of around 80,000. Local regional president Juan Jesus Vivas estimated that nearly 60,000 migrants entered the Spanish territory over the past two or three days.&nbsp;The sudden arrival has pushed Madrid to step up security in the enclave. Spain has deployed troops and additional police personnel, including divers, along with drones and boats. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and his interior minister also travelled to Ceuta on Friday.&nbsp;At least 34 people have died while trying to reach the Spanish territory. Most of them drowned while attempting to swim around the border barriers. Spanish authorities have sent military reinforcements to the area, while the European Union has offered support to help restore order along the frontier.&nbsp;The migrant influx has also triggered political tensions across Europe. Italy has raised the possibility of "extraordinary measures" over concerns about the bloc's external borders, while Spanish officials have accused some European politicians of using the crisis for political gain.<h3>Sanchez blames traffickers</h3>Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez blamed people traffickers for the sudden movement of migrants into Ceuta. He said the groups had spread rumours about a Spanish Supreme Court ruling that irregular migrants arriving by sea could not be immediately returned.&nbsp;"What has emerged from our talks with Moroccan authorities is that trafficking mafias took a self-serving interpretation of a Supreme Court ruling," he said. That interpretation "spread like wildfire in recent hours."&nbsp;The ruling in question was issued by Spain's Supreme Court on July 8. It determined that the immediate return of a migrant without opening an administrative expulsion procedure does not apply to people arriving by sea.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/utmost-brutality-ex-aap-leader-tahir-hussain-4-others-get-life-term-for-ankit-sharma-s-murder-1785504258932">‘Utmost brutality’: Ex-AAP leader Tahir Hussain, 4 others get life term for Ankit Sharma’s murder</a>&nbsp;The large crowds entering a member state of the European Union, which normally does not enforce border controls between member states, have also triggered a diplomatic backlash.&nbsp;EU chief Ursula von der Leyen described the scenes in Ceuta as "unacceptable" in a social media post. She added: "We cannot allow anyone to come to our (European) Union without abiding by our rules."<h3>EU nations react</h3>Italy called on Thursday for Spain to be suspended from Europe's open borders Schengen zone. Spain responded by summoning Italy's ambassador and accusing Rome of exploiting the crisis for political gain.&nbsp;Finland and Denmark backed Italy's call on Friday. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also demanded that Morocco "take back illegal migrants immediately".&nbsp;Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen took a tougher stance and said the European Union should consider suspending Spain from the Schengen free movement area. The system allows free movement between 29 European countries.&nbsp;"It goes without saying that the EU must immediately take all necessary measures and consider all options, including a suspension of Schengen cooperation. Uncontrolled immigration poses a threat to Europe and to Denmark," Mette Frederiksen was quoted as saying by AFP.<h3>Trump weighs in</h3>Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump described the migrant crisis in Ceuta as "terrible" and said the United States could face a similar situation if the opposition Democratic Party wins elections.&nbsp;"It's terrible. Remember that picture. That's going to be us in three years if the wrong side gets in," he was quoted as saying by Fox News. “If the Democrats get in, you will not live a very good life.”

A sudden influx of 60,000 migrants into Spain's Ceuta has triggered a major border crisis, leaving at least 34 people dead and fuelling tensions across the European Union.

A sudden influx of around 60,000 migrants from Morocco into Ceuta, a Spanish territory on Africa's northern coast, has triggered a major crisis for Spain and raised concerns across the European Union. The scale of the influx is enormous compared with Ceuta's population of around 80,000. Local regional president Juan Jesus Vivas estimated that nearly 60,000 migrants entered the Spanish territory over the past two or three days. The sudden arrival has pushed Madrid to step up security in the enclave. Spain has deployed troops and additional police personnel, including divers, along with drones and boats. Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez and his interior minister also travelled to Ceuta on Friday. At least 34 people have died while trying to reach the Spanish territory. Most of them drowned while attempting to swim around the border barriers. Spanish authorities have sent military reinforcements to the area, while the European Union has offered support to help restore order along the frontier. The migrant influx has also triggered political tensions across Europe. Italy has raised the possibility of "extraordinary measures" over concerns about the bloc's external borders, while Spanish officials have accused some European politicians of using the crisis for political gain. Sanchez blames traffickers Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez blamed people traffickers for the sudden movement of migrants into Ceuta. He said the groups had spread rumours about a Spanish Supreme Court ruling that irregular migrants arriving by sea could not be immediately returned. "What has emerged from our talks with Moroccan authorities is that trafficking mafias took a self-serving interpretation of a Supreme Court ruling," he said. That interpretation "spread like wildfire in recent hours." The ruling in question was issued by Spain's Supreme Court on July 8. It determined that the immediate return of a migrant without opening an administrative expulsion procedure does not apply to people arriving by sea. Also Read: ‘Utmost brutality’: Ex-AAP leader Tahir Hussain, 4 others get life term for Ankit Sharma’s murder The large crowds entering a member state of the European Union, which normally does not enforce border controls between member states, have also triggered a diplomatic backlash. EU chief Ursula von der Leyen described the scenes in Ceuta as "unacceptable" in a social media post. She added: "We cannot allow anyone to come to our (European) Union without abiding by our rules." EU nations react Italy called on Thursday for Spain to be suspended from Europe's open borders Schengen zone. Spain responded by summoning Italy's ambassador and accusing Rome of exploiting the crisis for political gain. Finland and Denmark backed Italy's call on Friday. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz also demanded that Morocco "take back illegal migrants immediately". Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen took a tougher stance and said the European Union should consider suspending Spain from the Schengen free movement area. The system allows free movement between 29 European countries. "It goes without saying that the EU must immediately take all necessary measures and consider all options, including a suspension of Schengen cooperation. Uncontrolled immigration poses a threat to Europe and to Denmark," Mette Frederiksen was quoted as saying by AFP. Trump weighs in Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump described the migrant crisis in Ceuta as "terrible" and said the United States could face a similar situation if the opposition Democratic Party wins elections. "It's terrible. Remember that picture. That's going to be us in three years if the wrong side gets in," he was quoted as saying by Fox News. “If the Democrats get in, you will not live a very good life.”

A sudden influx of 60,000 migrants into Spain's Ceuta has triggered a major border crisis, leaving at least 34 people dead and fuelling tensions across the European Union.

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