US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) ruled out running for vice president in the 2028 US elections. This comes as his supporters suggested that Trump can do so as a roundabout way to score another term in the White House. Turning down the unorthodox approach, Trump, during an exchange with the press aboard Air Force One, during the last leg of his Asia tour, said that while he'll be "allowed to do that", the approach was "too cute" for his liking. Trump's statement comes on the heels of a controversial statement by Trump's former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon, where he claimed that the POTUS was "gonna get a third term", insisting that "people just ought to get accommodated with that". Coyly, Banner said that at the "appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is," while insisting, "there’s a plan and President Trump will be the president in '28."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/steve-bannon-insists-trump-needs-one-more-term-hints-at-secret-plan-for-trump-2028-comeback-1761288412586">Steve Bannon insists Trump 'needs one more term,' hints at secret plan for 'Trump 2028' comeback</a><h2>Becoming VP 'too cute'?</h2>Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump insisted that "I’d be allowed to" become the VP as per the US Constitution. But said that he "wouldn’t do that". The two-time POTUS said that the roundabout way to the presidency was "too cute" and that "I would rule that out because it’s too cute. I think the people wouldn’t like that … It's not–it wouldn’t be right."However, he said that he would love to become president again. "Am I not ruling it out? I mean, you’ll have to tell me." He claimed that he had his "best numbers ever". Meanwhile, on the prospect of Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, he said, "I think if they ever formed a group, it’d be unstoppable," he said. "I really do. I believe that."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/singer-kenny-loggins-slams-trump-for-divisive-unauthorised-use-of-danger-zone-in-viral-ai-clip-white-house-responds-with-trolling-1761023622216">Kenny Loggins slams 'divisive, unauthorised' use of music in viral 'King Trump' clip, White House responds with trolling</a>Watch what he said here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Reporter: One theory on how you might try to serve a third term is that you could run as the vice president Trump: Yeah, I’d be allowed to do that. But I wouldn’t want, I wouldn’t do that. . . . .<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DonaldTrump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DonaldTrump</a> <a href="https://t.co/fh2P6zox01">pic.twitter.com/fh2P6zox01</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1982796170318500082?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 27, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>What is the VP way to becoming the US president?</h2>In recent days, Trump's followers have suggested that one way for Trump to circumvent the 22nd Amendment, which sets a two-term limit for the president, would be to stand as the vice president. They suggest that, meanwhile, another candidate could be the President, only to resign, making way for Trump to assume the presidency.&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump has ruled out becoming vice president in 2028, calling the idea “too cute.” Supporters had floated it as a loophole to secure him a third term, but Trump said it “wouldn’t be right.” He added, though, that he’d “love to be president again”.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) ruled out running for vice president in the 2028 US elections. This comes as his supporters suggested that Trump can do so as a roundabout way to score another term in the White House. Turning down the unorthodox approach, Trump, during an exchange with the press aboard Air Force One, during the last leg of his Asia tour, said that while he'll be "allowed to do that", the approach was "too cute" for his liking. Trump's statement comes on the heels of a controversial statement by Trump's former White House chief strategist Steve Bannon, where he claimed that the POTUS was "gonna get a third term", insisting that "people just ought to get accommodated with that". Coyly, Banner said that at the "appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is," while insisting, "there’s a plan and President Trump will be the president in '28." Also read | Steve Bannon insists Trump 'needs one more term,' hints at secret plan for 'Trump 2028' comeback Becoming VP 'too cute'? Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump insisted that "I’d be allowed to" become the VP as per the US Constitution. But said that he "wouldn’t do that". The two-time POTUS said that the roundabout way to the presidency was "too cute" and that "I would rule that out because it’s too cute. I think the people wouldn’t like that … It's not–it wouldn’t be right." However, he said that he would love to become president again. "Am I not ruling it out? I mean, you’ll have to tell me." He claimed that he had his "best numbers ever". Meanwhile, on the prospect of Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, he said, "I think if they ever formed a group, it’d be unstoppable," he said. "I really do. I believe that." Also read | Kenny Loggins slams 'divisive, unauthorised' use of music in viral 'King Trump' clip, White House responds with trolling Watch what he said here:

US President Donald Trump has ruled out becoming vice president in 2028, calling the idea “too cute.” Supporters had floated it as a loophole to secure him a third term, but Trump said it “wouldn’t be right.” He added, though, that he’d “love to be president again”.

Trump says becoming VP to return to White House would be 'too cute' but insists 'I’d be allowed to'. Watch

'Peacemaker' US President Donald Trump has scored another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, according to reports. In a statement, the White House on Tuesday (Oct 28) announced that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will nominate the POTUS for the prestigious prize. This comes as Trump visits Tokyo, a visit during which the US and Japan signed an agreement for "securing" supplies of critical minerals and rare earths. Meanwhile, continues to tout the many wars he has "solved" since his return as the US President for a second time, all with his eye on the Nobel Prize.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-fabricating-a-war-maduro-slams-us-after-trump-says-we-re-just-gonna-kill-1761354945867">'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'</a><h2>Cambodia recently nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize</h2>Recently, on Sunday (Oct 26), Cambodia also nominated the US President for the Nobel Peace Prize. Announcing the move, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that Trump deserves a Nobel Prize for his role in brokering the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords signed between Cambodia and Thailand. Calling the nomination the "gratitude of the Cambodian people", Manet said Trump's leadership helped achieve lasting peace between the neighbouring nations that for years have been embroiled in border tensions.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-king-trump-trump-shares-ai-generated-video-mocking-protestors-amid-no-kings-protests-1760852945951">‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests</a>“Recognising your unwavering dedication and resolute efforts to promote peace, not only between Cambodia and Thailand but also among other nations, and reflecting the gratitude of the Cambodian peoples, I have nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize,” Hun said. “Peace saves lives, and this is the heartfelt wish of our people,” he added.Previously, in September, Trump demanded that he should get not one but seven Nobel(s) for "ending seven wars". However, in an earlier statement, he had predicted that he won't get the prize in 2025..or maybe ever. In June 2025, while taking a victory lap for brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, he complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do". &nbsp;

‘Peacemaker’ Donald Trump has bagged another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, this time from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, announced the White House.

'Peacemaker' US President Donald Trump has scored another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, according to reports. In a statement, the White House on Tuesday (Oct 28) announced that Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi will nominate the POTUS for the prestigious prize. This comes as Trump visits Tokyo, a visit during which the US and Japan signed an agreement for "securing" supplies of critical minerals and rare earths. Meanwhile, continues to tout the many wars he has "solved" since his return as the US President for a second time, all with his eye on the Nobel Prize. Also read | 'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill' Cambodia recently nominated Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize Recently, on Sunday (Oct 26), Cambodia also nominated the US President for the Nobel Peace Prize. Announcing the move, Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet said that Trump deserves a Nobel Prize for his role in brokering the Kuala Lumpur Peace Accords signed between Cambodia and Thailand. Calling the nomination the "gratitude of the Cambodian people", Manet said Trump's leadership helped achieve lasting peace between the neighbouring nations that for years have been embroiled in border tensions. Also read | ‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests “Recognising your unwavering dedication and resolute efforts to promote peace, not only between Cambodia and Thailand but also among other nations, and reflecting the gratitude of the Cambodian peoples, I have nominated President Donald Trump for the Nobel Peace Prize,” Hun said. “Peace saves lives, and this is the heartfelt wish of our people,” he added. Previously, in September, Trump demanded that he should get not one but seven Nobel(s) for "ending seven wars". However, in an earlier statement, he had predicted that he won't get the prize in 2025..or maybe ever. In June 2025, while taking a victory lap for brokering a peace deal between the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Rwanda, he complained about being overlooked by the Nobel Committee and said, "I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do".

‘Peacemaker’ Donald Trump has bagged another Nobel Peace Prize nomination, this time from Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, announced the White House.

Trump scores another Nobel Peace prize nomination...this time from Japan

Doubts over the durability of the ceasefire in the Gaza war, a diplomatic triumph for President Donald Trump, have prompted a parade of senior officials to rush to Israel for what mocking headlines labelled “Bibisitter” duty.The word is a play on Bibi, the widely used nickname of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who reluctantly agreed to Trump’s plan to end the devastating war in Gaza but is under intense pressure from key members of his coalition cabinet who disagree on the future of Israel and the Middle East.Justly proud of having ended the fighting between the Israeli military and Hamas and engineered the return of Israeli hostages held for two years, Trump told the Israeli Knesset on October 15: “It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.”Two weeks earlier, Trump made an unambiguous statement on the issue at the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict – the future of territory the Palestinians consider a vital part of a future state. “I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. Nope. I will not allow it.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-m-watching-trump-sets-48-hour-deadline-for-hamas-to-return-remains-of-israeli-hostages-1761457274377">'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages</a>But a day after Vice President JD Vance arrived in Israel, lawmakers in the 120-seat parliament voted 25-24 to advance a bill to make the West Bank “an inseparable part of the sovereign State of Israel.” It was the first of four votes to pass the bill into law, which is unlikely to happen.But the vote infuriated Vance, who called the vote by hard-right members of the Knesset “a very stupid political stunt, and I personally take some insult to it.” &nbsp;The day after Vance left, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived and voiced similar criticism, calling the move “counter-productive.”The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.” &nbsp;US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days.Washington’s heavy hitters have impressed on Netanyahu that for paving the way to peace, Israel should react “proportionally” to breaches from Hamas, an organisation the Israeli leader had vowed to wipe out completely. &nbsp;Such concerns were captured by a cartoon in the left-wing Israeli newspaper Haaretz showing Netanyahu, dressed like a child and playing with a toy tank and combat aircraft, with Witkoff, Vance and Kushner standing over him to say it's bedtime. &nbsp; &nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/netanyahu-losing-support-majority-of-israelis-say-it-s-time-for-him-to-step-aside-finds-poll-1761371447623">Netanyahu losing support? Majority of Israelis say it’s time for him to step aside, finds poll</a>A good deal of optimism is required to think Trump’s 20-point plan will ever meet its promise: &nbsp;“It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.”How to get there is another matter. One of the trickiest early obstacles is to persuade Hamas to lay down their arms, and if that happens, establish an alternative security force in Gaza. There has been no rush from Arab and Muslim nations to provide troops or funding for a peacekeeping force.It is worth keeping in mind that while Hamas started the war two years ago by storming across the border and killing 1,200 Israelis in an orgy of violence, it did not act alone. The October 7 atrocity also involved members of other extremist groups, such as Palestinian Islamic Jihad.Like dozens of ceasefires in Middle East conflicts, the one brokered by Trump did not take effect immediately. On day one, two Israeli soldiers and 47 Palestinians died. A question of proportionality, one could argue. But since then, the truce has largely held. &nbsp;As part of the Trump plan, 200 American troops and military and intelligence officers from various countries are in the process of building what is called a Civil-Military Coordination Center to monitor ceasefire violations and supervise the flow of aid and security assistance. The centre is in Kiryat Gat in southern Israel.Peace in the Middle East is a phrase that has echoed through decades of US diplomacy and involved five presidents in the search for stability in a volatile and strategically important region. Some of the projects came close. Some even yielded Nobel Peace Prizes for the leaders involved.In 1978, Egyptian President Anwar el-Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin shared the prize for making peace between their countries. In 1994, Palestine Liberation Organisation chief Yasser Arafat and the Israeli leaders Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Rabin shared the award for their efforts to bring peace to the region through the Oslo accords, a series of agreements between Israel and the PLO. &nbsp;The Oslo Accords were formally signed in Washington, and the photo of then-President Bill Clinton standing between Yasser Arafat and Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin shaking hands became an icon of hope.Sadly, all the agreements had one thing in common: they failed.Predicting whether the latest efforts will have the desired result is a fool’s errand in a region as volatile and complex as the Middle East. &nbsp;But here is a relatively safe bet: no matter what, Israel will never be short of American-supplied weapons. As White House aides began pondering the peace plan, the administration began the process of approving the sale of around $6 billion of additional weapons.That came after Israel bombed a building in Qatar, a close ally, where it believed Hamas leaders were meeting. That came against the background of international condemnation of an unceasing bombing campaign, which laid waste to most of Gaza and killed 68,000 Palestinians.The special US-Israeli relationship remains intact. It began when President Harry Truman became the first leader to recognise the new state in 1948. US officials relating the history of the tight relations rarely fail to mention that Truman called just 11 minutes after Israel’s declaration of independence.

The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.”  Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days.

Doubts over the durability of the ceasefire in the Gaza war, a diplomatic triumph for President Donald Trump, have prompted a parade of senior officials to rush to Israel for what mocking headlines labelled “Bibisitter” duty. The word is a play on Bibi, the widely used nickname of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who reluctantly agreed to Trump’s plan to end the devastating war in Gaza but is under intense pressure from key members of his coalition cabinet who disagree on the future of Israel and the Middle East. Justly proud of having ended the fighting between the Israeli military and Hamas and engineered the return of Israeli hostages held for two years, Trump told the Israeli Knesset on October 15: “It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.” Two weeks earlier, Trump made an unambiguous statement on the issue at the heart of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict – the future of territory the Palestinians consider a vital part of a future state. “I will not allow Israel to annex the West Bank. Nope. I will not allow it.” Also read | 'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages But a day after Vice President JD Vance arrived in Israel, lawmakers in the 120-seat parliament voted 25-24 to advance a bill to make the West Bank “an inseparable part of the sovereign State of Israel.” It was the first of four votes to pass the bill into law, which is unlikely to happen. But the vote infuriated Vance, who called the vote by hard-right members of the Knesset “a very stupid political stunt, and I personally take some insult to it.” The day after Vance left, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived and voiced similar criticism, calling the move “counter-productive.” The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.” US special envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days. Washington’s heavy hitters have impressed on Netanyahu that for paving the way to peace, Israel should react “proportionally” to breaches from Hamas, an organisation the Israeli leader had vowed to wipe out completely. Such concerns were captured by a cartoon in the left-wing Israeli newspaper Haaretz showing Netanyahu, dressed like a child and playing with a toy tank and combat aircraft, with Witkoff, Vance and Kushner standing over him to say it's bedtime. Also read | Netanyahu losing support? Majority of Israelis say it’s time for him to step aside, finds poll A good deal of optimism is required to think Trump’s 20-point plan will ever meet its promise: “It’s the start of a grand concord and lasting harmony for Israel and all the nations of what soon will be a truly magnificent region. I believe that so strongly. This is the historic dawn of a new Middle East.” How to get there is another matter. One of the trickiest early obstacles is to persuade Hamas to lay down their arms, and if that happens, establish an alternative security force in Gaza. There has been no rush from Arab and Muslim nations to provide troops or funding for a peacekeeping force. It is worth keeping in mind that while Hamas started the war two years ago by storming across the border and killing 1,200 Israelis in an orgy of violence, it did not act alone. The October 7 atrocity also involved members of other extremist groups, such as Palestinian Islamic Jihad. Like dozens of ceasefires in Middle East conflicts, the one brokered by Trump did not take effect immediately. On day one, two Israeli soldiers and 47 Palestinians died. A question of proportionality, one could argue. But since then, the truce has largely held. As part of the Trump plan, 200 American troops and military and intelligence officers from various countries are in the process of building what is called a Civil-Military Coordination Center to monitor ceasefire violations and supervise the flow of aid and security assistance. The centre is in Kiryat Gat in southern Israel. Peace in the Middle East is a phrase that has echoed through decades of US diplomacy and involved five presidents in the search for stability in a volatile and strategically important region. Some of the projects came close. Some even yielded Nobel Peace Prizes for the leaders involved. In 1978, Egyptian President Anwar el-Sadat and Israeli Prime Minister Menachem Begin shared the prize for making peace between their countries. In 1994, Palestine Liberation Organisation chief Yasser Arafat and the Israeli leaders Shimon Peres and Yitzhak Rabin shared the award for their efforts to bring peace to the region through the Oslo accords, a series of agreements between Israel and the PLO. The Oslo Accords were formally signed in Washington, and the photo of then-President Bill Clinton standing between Yasser Arafat and Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin shaking hands became an icon of hope. Sadly, all the agreements had one thing in common: they failed. Predicting whether the latest efforts will have the desired result is a fool’s errand in a region as volatile and complex as the Middle East. But here is a relatively safe bet: no matter what, Israel will never be short of American-supplied weapons. As White House aides began pondering the peace plan, the administration began the process of approving the sale of around $6 billion of additional weapons. That came after Israel bombed a building in Qatar, a close ally, where it believed Hamas leaders were meeting. That came against the background of international condemnation of an unceasing bombing campaign, which laid waste to most of Gaza and killed 68,000 Palestinians. The special US-Israeli relationship remains intact. It began when President Harry Truman became the first leader to recognise the new state in 1948. US officials relating the history of the tight relations rarely fail to mention that Truman called just 11 minutes after Israel’s declaration of independence.

The Knesset vote and American criticism came in what one might call a “Bibisitter week.” &nbsp;Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner were already in Israel when the Washington heavyweights arrived. They were all there to make sure that the Trump plan stays intact in its early days.

US President Donald Trump’s new Middle East requires ‘Bibisitters’

New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani, in an interview, said that he would take US President Donald Trump’s administration to court once he becomes the mayor. Mamdani, who until a few months ago was an unknown local lawmaker, has in recent days burst onto the New York political scene and is closing in on becoming the first Muslim mayor of America's most populous city. Speaking to CNN, the NYC mayoral hopeful was asked about Trump’s latest pronouncements, sending troops to different US cities and if he could “really stop armoured vehicles from rolling down Canal Street with lawyers”. Here’s what he said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-scared-of-putin-s-new-nuclear-powered-missile-all-about-russia-s-flying-chernobyl-1761552724460">Trump scared of Putin’s new nuclear-powered missile? All about Russia’s ‘Flying Chernobyl’</a><h2>Mamdani to sue Trump?</h2>New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani has vowed to take Trump’s administration to court if elected, saying the city must stand up to Washington instead of collaborating with it. Speaking in the interview, the Democratic Socialist and state assemblyman from Queens acknowledged that many cities were “treating Trump’s pronouncements as law” but promised to resist.“What we would do in running this city is first to actually take this administration to court and to do so immediately, as opposed to being pressured into it,” Mamdani said.He cited Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s defiance after Trump threatened to strip the city of its World Cup hosting rights. “When the president said that he was going to take away World Cup hosting responsibilities from Boston, she responded to it as it should be responded to, which is that this is ridiculous. This is a violation of agreements that have already been signed,” Mamdani said, promising to bring the same approach to New York.“It's important for New Yorkers to know that they have someone who's actually standing up for them,” he noted.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-provoking-a-war-in-caribbean-venezuela-slams-us-exercises-in-trinidad-claims-arrest-of-cia-backed-mercenaries-1761545584808">Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries</a><h2>Mamdani emerges as frontrunner</h2>Mamdani, 34, has emerged as the unexpected frontrunner in the mayoral race ahead of the November 4 election, buoyed by high-profile support from Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC). Both left-wing figures joined Mamdani at a massive rally in Queens on Sunday, a day after early voting began.“We will send a loud message to President Donald Trump that his authoritarianism is no good here,” AOC told cheering crowds, who responded with chants of “AOC.”Sanders said the world was watching New York’s election closely. “These are not normal times,” he said. “This election takes place at a time when we have a president who has given a trillion dollars in tax breaks to the top one per cent.”

NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani says he’ll take Trump’s administration to court if elected, vowing to “stand up to Washington.” Backed by Bernie Sanders and AOC, Mamdani says cities shouldn’t treat Trump’s orders as law — “New York must fight back.”

New York mayoral hopeful Zohran Mamdani, in an interview, said that he would take US President Donald Trump’s administration to court once he becomes the mayor. Mamdani, who until a few months ago was an unknown local lawmaker, has in recent days burst onto the New York political scene and is closing in on becoming the first Muslim mayor of America's most populous city. Speaking to CNN, the NYC mayoral hopeful was asked about Trump’s latest pronouncements, sending troops to different US cities and if he could “really stop armoured vehicles from rolling down Canal Street with lawyers”. Here’s what he said. Also read | Trump scared of Putin’s new nuclear-powered missile? All about Russia’s ‘Flying Chernobyl’ Mamdani to sue Trump? New York mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani has vowed to take Trump’s administration to court if elected, saying the city must stand up to Washington instead of collaborating with it. Speaking in the interview, the Democratic Socialist and state assemblyman from Queens acknowledged that many cities were “treating Trump’s pronouncements as law” but promised to resist. “What we would do in running this city is first to actually take this administration to court and to do so immediately, as opposed to being pressured into it,” Mamdani said. He cited Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s defiance after Trump threatened to strip the city of its World Cup hosting rights. “When the president said that he was going to take away World Cup hosting responsibilities from Boston, she responded to it as it should be responded to, which is that this is ridiculous. This is a violation of agreements that have already been signed,” Mamdani said, promising to bring the same approach to New York. “It's important for New Yorkers to know that they have someone who's actually standing up for them,” he noted. Also read | Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries Mamdani emerges as frontrunner Mamdani, 34, has emerged as the unexpected frontrunner in the mayoral race ahead of the November 4 election, buoyed by high-profile support from Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC). Both left-wing figures joined Mamdani at a massive rally in Queens on Sunday, a day after early voting began. “We will send a loud message to President Donald Trump that his authoritarianism is no good here,” AOC told cheering crowds, who responded with chants of “AOC.” Sanders said the world was watching New York’s election closely. “These are not normal times,” he said. “This election takes place at a time when we have a president who has given a trillion dollars in tax breaks to the top one per cent.”

NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani says he’ll take Trump’s administration to court if elected, vowing to “stand up to Washington.” Backed by Bernie Sanders and AOC, Mamdani says cities shouldn’t treat Trump’s orders as law — “New York must fight back.”

Zohran Mamdani vows to take Trump to court if elected New York mayor

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a new nuclear-powered cruise missile as inappropriate. Slamming Putin, the US president said that “He ought to get the (Ukraine) war ended.” This comes as Putin, on Sunday (Oct 26) announced the successful final test of Burevestnik missile, aka the “Flying Chernobyl”, which he said had “unlimited range”. Trump, who had promised to quickly end the war in Ukraine upon becoming president, told reporters aboard Air Force One that “a war that should have taken one week is now soon in its fourth year. That's what he (Putin) ought to do instead of testing missiles”. But, what exactly is the “Flying Chernobyl”? Specifications and more, here’s all you need to know.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-provoking-a-war-in-caribbean-venezuela-slams-us-exercises-in-trinidad-claims-arrest-of-cia-backed-mercenaries-1761545584808">Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries</a><h2>Russia’s “Flying Chernobyl”: All we know</h2>Putin on Sunday announced the successful final test of Russia’s new nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, describing it as a “unique creation that no one else in the world possesses”. Watch “A glimpse inside Russia’s top-tier arsenal”:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">🚨🚨 Unlimited-range Burevestnik joins Russia’s elite missile club — after flying 14K km A glimpse inside Russia’s top-tier arsenal 🧵👇 <a href="https://t.co/IjcrJRWJp5">https://t.co/IjcrJRWJp5</a> <a href="https://t.co/fABARGFVJs">pic.twitter.com/fABARGFVJs</a>&mdash; Sputnik India (@Sputnik_India) <a href="https://twitter.com/Sputnik_India/status/1982421346379534438?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>But what is so unique about the missile?</h2>According to AFP, citing Russia's military chief of staff Valery Gerasimov, during its last test on October 21, the missile flew for 15 hours straight. However, this impressive flight is not the upper limit for the weapon, insisted Gerasimov. It is propelled by a nuclear-powered engine, which theoretically grants the missile unlimited range. The missile can be used at any distance, that too with guaranteed precision, he revealed. “The technical characteristics of the Burevestnik allow it to be used with guaranteed precision against highly protected sites located at any distance,” said Russia's military chief of staff.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-world-changing-threat-thousands-mysterious-underwater-ufos-spotted-near-us-shores-ex-navy-admiral-warns-1761547551599">'World-changing' threat? Thousands of mysterious underwater UFOs spotted near US shores; ex-Navy admiral warns...</a>What’s more, the missile, as per Putin’s original announcement from 2018, when he revealed that Russia was developing the missile, the Burevestnik, also known by its NATO designation SSC-X-9 Skyfall, can evade all defence systems. It also boasts an impressive notional range of up to 20,000 km (12,400 miles), according to the International Institute for Strategic Studies.

Trump hits out at Putin’s new “Flying Chernobyl” missile, says Russia should “end the war” instead of testing nukes. Putin claims the nuclear-powered Burevestnik has “unlimited range” and can hit targets anywhere on Earth — here’s what makes it so dangerous.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Oct 27) slammed Russian President Vladimir Putin’s announcement of a new nuclear-powered cruise missile as inappropriate. Slamming Putin, the US president said that “He ought to get the (Ukraine) war ended.” This comes as Putin, on Sunday (Oct 26) announced the successful final test of Burevestnik missile, aka the “Flying Chernobyl”, which he said had “unlimited range”. Trump, who had promised to quickly end the war in Ukraine upon becoming president, told reporters aboard Air Force One that “a war that should have taken one week is now soon in its fourth year. That's what he (Putin) ought to do instead of testing missiles”. But, what exactly is the “Flying Chernobyl”? Specifications and more, here’s all you need to know. Also read | Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries Russia’s “Flying Chernobyl”: All we know Putin on Sunday announced the successful final test of Russia’s new nuclear-powered cruise missile, the Burevestnik, describing it as a “unique creation that no one else in the world possesses”. Watch “A glimpse inside Russia’s top-tier arsenal”:

Trump hits out at Putin’s new “Flying Chernobyl” missile, says Russia should “end the war” instead of testing nukes. Putin claims the nuclear-powered Burevestnik has “unlimited range” and can hit targets anywhere on Earth — here’s what makes it so dangerous.

Trump scared of Putin’s new nuclear-powered missile? All about Russia’s ‘Flying Chernobyl’

Venezuela on Sunday (Oct 26) accused the United States and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills, an arrival Caracas called a step toward "provoking war" in the region. The USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, arrived in the Trinidadian capital for a four-day visit as part of Washington’s anti-drug operations in Latin America. The ship’s presence comes amid a broader campaign ordered by US President Donald Trump, who in recent days has threatened to take action against "narco-traffickers" on land.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-fabricating-a-war-maduro-slams-us-after-trump-says-we-re-just-gonna-kill-1761354945867">'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'</a><h2>CIA-backed mercenaries arrested in Venezuela: What is Trump planning?</h2>Venezuelan officials, as per reports, see Trump's campaign as a cover for regime-change operations. In a statement, the nation angrily denounced "the military provocation of Trinidad and Tobago, in coordination with the CIA, aimed at provoking a war in the Caribbean."Caracas also said it had arrested "a group of mercenaries" allegedly backed by the CIA who were plotting a "false flag attack" to trigger conflict in the Caribbean. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez claimed the group was captured in waters near Trinidad and Tobago, accusing Washington and Port of Spain of military confrontation." However, she offered no evidence of the alleged plot.The accusations came days after Trump said he had authorised covert CIA operations that apparently target Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, whose re-election Washington considers fraudulent.The Pentagon last week ordered the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the region. Since September, US forces have destroyed at least ten boats accused of smuggling narcotics, killing more than 40 people, according to AFP.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-re-just-gonna-kill-them-trump-says-won-t-seek-congress-before-strikes-venezuela-urges-no-crazy-war-please-1761271095909">'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!'</a><h2>Venezuela slams Trinidad</h2>Caracas also lashed out at Trinidad's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar — a vocal critic of Maduro — of turning her country into "a US aircraft carrier." The twin-island nation, located just 11 km from Venezuela’s coast, has supported Washington’s regional anti-drug campaign.

Venezuela accused the US and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills. Caracas claimed the move was a step toward “provoking war” in the Caribbean and said CIA-backed mercenaries were caught plotting attacks near its waters.

Venezuela on Sunday (Oct 26) accused the United States and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills, an arrival Caracas called a step toward "provoking war" in the region. The USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, arrived in the Trinidadian capital for a four-day visit as part of Washington’s anti-drug operations in Latin America. The ship’s presence comes amid a broader campaign ordered by US President Donald Trump, who in recent days has threatened to take action against "narco-traffickers" on land. Also read | 'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill' CIA-backed mercenaries arrested in Venezuela: What is Trump planning? Venezuelan officials, as per reports, see Trump's campaign as a cover for regime-change operations. In a statement, the nation angrily denounced "the military provocation of Trinidad and Tobago, in coordination with the CIA, aimed at provoking a war in the Caribbean." Caracas also said it had arrested "a group of mercenaries" allegedly backed by the CIA who were plotting a "false flag attack" to trigger conflict in the Caribbean. Vice President Delcy Rodríguez claimed the group was captured in waters near Trinidad and Tobago, accusing Washington and Port of Spain of military confrontation." However, she offered no evidence of the alleged plot. The accusations came days after Trump said he had authorised covert CIA operations that apparently target Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, whose re-election Washington considers fraudulent. The Pentagon last week ordered the world’s largest aircraft carrier, the USS Gerald R. Ford, to the region. Since September, US forces have destroyed at least ten boats accused of smuggling narcotics, killing more than 40 people, according to AFP. Also read | 'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!' Venezuela slams Trinidad Caracas also lashed out at Trinidad's Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar — a vocal critic of Maduro — of turning her country into "a US aircraft carrier." The twin-island nation, located just 11 km from Venezuela’s coast, has supported Washington’s regional anti-drug campaign.

Venezuela accused the US and Trinidad and Tobago of "military provocation" after a US warship docked in Port of Spain for joint drills. Caracas claimed the move was a step toward “provoking war” in the Caribbean and said CIA-backed mercenaries were caught plotting attacks near its waters.

Trump 'provoking a war in Caribbean'? Venezuela slams US exercises in Trinidad, claims arrest of CIA-backed mercenaries

As the U.S. Government shutdown drags on, congressional control over spending is in question against an assertive Donald Trump. The shutdown, already the second longest in American history, is threatening essential services, with millions of Americans at risk.


U.S. Congress in Crisis as Trump Pushes Spending Limits

United States (US) President Donald Trump has praised Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir and claimed that he will “quickly” resolve the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Speaking during the signing of the Thailand-Cambodia peace deal on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Trump said that solving this conflict will add to his list of what ending "eight un-endable wars."&nbsp;&nbsp;“We're averaging one a month. There is only one left, although I heard that Pakistan and Afghanistan have started up. But I'll get that solved very quickly. I know them both. And the Pakistan Field Marshal, and the Prime Minister are great people, and I have no doubt we're going to get that done quickly,” Trump said. “I do it nicely…I don't need to do it, I guess. But if I can take time and save millions of lives, that's really a great thing. I can't think of anything better to do,” he added. “I can't think of any President that ever solved one war. I don't think anybody. They start wars, they don't solve them,” he also said.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">PRESIDENT TRUMP on peace between Cambodia and Thailand: &quot;This is one of eight wars that my administration has ended.&quot; &quot;We&#39;re averaging one a month, there&#39;s only one left.&quot; &quot;If I can take time and save millions of lives, that&#39;s really a great thing.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/PfS1cJHXa7">pic.twitter.com/PfS1cJHXa7</a>&mdash; Fox News (@FoxNews) <a href="https://twitter.com/FoxNews/status/1982320634567729321?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;This comes as peace talks in Istanbul between Pakistan and Afghanistan began on Saturday and was aimed at arranging a mechanism to enforce the Doha ceasefire for a longer term. Meanwhile, CNN-News18 citing sources said that talks concluded in Istanbul after nine-hour session. While no formal agreement was signed, both delegations committed to an immediate de-escalation of border tensions.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Pakistan's defence minister Khawaja Asif issued yet another war threat and said that Afghanistan wants peace but warned that failure to reach an agreement would mean "open war." Afghanistan and Pakistan were engaged in one of the worst clashes between the two countries since decades. Asif also accused Taliban of foghting ‘India’s proxy war.' Afghanistan Defence Minister Mawlawi Mohammad Yaqoob Mujahid slammed Pakistan for the remarks.

Donald Trump praised Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir, saying he could quickly resolve the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict. Speaking at the ASEAN Summit, he called it part of his goal to end “eight endless wars"

United States (US) President Donald Trump has praised Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir and claimed that he will “quickly” resolve the conflict between Pakistan and Afghanistan. Speaking during the signing of the Thailand-Cambodia peace deal on the sidelines of the ASEAN Summit in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, Trump said that solving this conflict will add to his list of what ending "eight un-endable wars." “We're averaging one a month. There is only one left, although I heard that Pakistan and Afghanistan have started up. But I'll get that solved very quickly. I know them both. And the Pakistan Field Marshal, and the Prime Minister are great people, and I have no doubt we're going to get that done quickly,” Trump said. “I do it nicely…I don't need to do it, I guess. But if I can take time and save millions of lives, that's really a great thing. I can't think of anything better to do,” he added. “I can't think of any President that ever solved one war. I don't think anybody. They start wars, they don't solve them,” he also said.

Donald Trump praised Pakistan’s PM Shehbaz Sharif and Army Chief Asim Munir, saying he could quickly resolve the Pakistan-Afghanistan conflict. Speaking at the ASEAN Summit, he called it part of his goal to end “eight endless wars"

Trump calls Asim Munir, Shehbaz Sharif 'great people,' says he can 'quickly solve' Afghanistan-Pakistan conflict

US President Donald Trump on Saturday asked Hamas to "quickly" return the bodies of deceased hostages held in Gaza, warning that failure to comply could lead to consequences. He noted that while he has said that "both sides would be treated fairly," this "only applies if they comply with their obligations."<h2>Trump gives Hamas 48 hours</h2>Asking the Palestinian militants to accelerate the return of the bodies of deceased hostages held in Gaza, Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said that while Hamas has returned the remains of 15 hostages, the bodies of 13 others — including two Americans — remain in the group’s custody. He suggested that some remains could be returned immediately, even as the terror group claims it cannot access all of them.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-ceasefire-at-risk-us-warns-of-hamas-attack-on-civilians-militants-call-claim-false-say-we-categorically-deny-it-1760860736782">Gaza ceasefire at risk? US warns of Hamas attack on civilians, militants call claim false say 'we categorically deny it'</a>Trump framed his comments within a broader vision of Middle East peace, calling the current situation "a very strong PEACE in the Middle East" with potential to be "EVERLASTING." He emphasised that the ongoing efforts to stabilise Gaza involve multiple countries working together and suggested that regional partners could take direct action if Hamas fails to cooperate.

"Hamas is going to have to start returning the bodies of the deceased hostages, including two Americans, quickly, or the other Countries involved in this GREAT PEACE will take action. Some of the bodies are hard to reach, but others they can return now and, for some reason, they are not," Trump wrote. "Perhaps it has to do with their disarming," he speculated, adding, "when I said, 'Both sides would be treated fairly,' that only applies if they comply with their obligations"."Let’s see what they do over the next 48 hours. I am watching this very closely," he stated.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/trump-s-mystery-130-million-donor-unmasked-as-reclusive-heir-timothy-mellon-meet-the-man-behind-the-money-1761446523123">Trump’s mystery $130 million donor unmasked as reclusive heir Timothy Mellon. Meet the man behind the money</a><h2>Egypt to recover remains</h2>According to reports, as part of the efforts, the Israeli government has approved a request from Egypt to allow Egyptian personnel and equipment to enter Gaza to assist in recovering the remains of slain hostages. Israeli sources told The Jerusalem Post that teams and equipment have now entered the territory. Other reports suggest that Israel was preparing for the possibility that Hamas may release the remains of two more hostages soon. &nbsp;

Trump has demanded that Hamas quickly return the bodies of 13 hostages, including two Americans, warning that failure could prompt action from regional partners. 

US President Donald Trump on Saturday asked Hamas to "quickly" return the bodies of deceased hostages held in Gaza, warning that failure to comply could lead to consequences. He noted that while he has said that "both sides would be treated fairly," this "only applies if they comply with their obligations." Trump gives Hamas 48 hours Asking the Palestinian militants to accelerate the return of the bodies of deceased hostages held in Gaza, Trump, in a post on Truth Social, said that while Hamas has returned the remains of 15 hostages, the bodies of 13 others — including two Americans — remain in the group’s custody. He suggested that some remains could be returned immediately, even as the terror group claims it cannot access all of them. Also read | Gaza ceasefire at risk? US warns of Hamas attack on civilians, militants call claim false say 'we categorically deny it' Trump framed his comments within a broader vision of Middle East peace, calling the current situation "a very strong PEACE in the Middle East" with potential to be "EVERLASTING." He emphasised that the ongoing efforts to stabilise Gaza involve multiple countries working together and suggested that regional partners could take direct action if Hamas fails to cooperate.

Trump has demanded that Hamas quickly return the bodies of 13 hostages, including two Americans, warning that failure could prompt action from regional partners.&nbsp;

'I'm watching': Trump sets 48-hour deadline for Hamas to return remains of Israeli hostages

The Trump administration has accepted a $130 million donation from an anonymous source to pay US service members during the ongoing government shutdown, President Donald Trump announced Thursday. While Trump said the donation came from "a friend" who "doesn’t really want the recognition," the announcement soon became the subject of intrigue, with speculation about the anonymous donor. Now, The New York Times has revealed the secretive, generous donor who gave the Trump administration $130 million. Here's all you need to know about the donor.<h2>Who donated the $130 million? All you need to know about the secretive donor</h2>The generous donor has been identified as Timothy Mellon, a reclusive heir to one of America’s wealthiest banking dynasties. Mellon, 83, is the grandson of Gilded Age tycoon Andrew W. Mellon, who served as Treasury Secretary from 1921 to 1932. The Mellon family fortune traces back to Mellon Bank, founded in the 19th century by Thomas Mellon.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-putin-bromance-over-potus-says-won-t-waste-time-meeting-russian-president-1761443790250">Trump-Putin bromance over? POTUS says won't 'waste time' meeting Russian President</a>Mellon has been a major political donor, giving tens of millions to pro-Trump groups during the 2024 campaign — including a $50 million contribution to a pro-Trump PAC, one of the largest individual political donations of the cycle. He also supported Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign before Kennedy dropped out of the race.Trump earlier praised Mellon, who at the time was an anonymous donor, as "a great American citizen," saying his donation helped ensure troops received their salaries amid the shutdown. "He's a great patriot," Trump said Friday. "He's obviously a very substantial man, and he contributed $130 million toward the military in order to make up any difference. So he wanted to see the military get paid."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-king-trump-trump-shares-ai-generated-video-mocking-protestors-amid-no-kings-protests-1760852945951">‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests</a><h2>Secretary of War accepts $130 million “gift”</h2>Pentagon officials confirmed the donation to The Daily Beast, saying it was accepted under the Defense Department’s "general gift acceptance authority." Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said the funds were earmarked "offset the cost of Service members’ salaries and benefits".Democrats, however, sharply criticised the move. Senator Chris Coons, the top Democrat on the Senate Appropriations panel, said, "Using anonymous donations to fund our military raises troubling questions of whether our own troops are at risk of literally being bought and paid for by foreign powers".

US President Donald Trump's anonymous $130 million donor, who paid US troops during the government shutdown, revealed — and it’s not who people expected. Who's the secretive benefactor? Here's all you need to know.

The Trump administration has accepted a $130 million donation from an anonymous source to pay US service members during the ongoing government shutdown, President Donald Trump announced Thursday. While Trump said the donation came from "a friend" who "doesn’t really want the recognition," the announcement soon became the subject of intrigue, with speculation about the anonymous donor. Now, The New York Times has revealed the secretive, generous donor who gave the Trump administration $130 million. Here's all you need to know about the donor. Who donated the $130 million? All you need to know about the secretive donor The generous donor has been identified as Timothy Mellon, a reclusive heir to one of America’s wealthiest banking dynasties. Mellon, 83, is the grandson of Gilded Age tycoon Andrew W. Mellon, who served as Treasury Secretary from 1921 to 1932. The Mellon family fortune traces back to Mellon Bank, founded in the 19th century by Thomas Mellon. Also read | Trump-Putin bromance over? POTUS says won't 'waste time' meeting Russian President Mellon has been a major political donor, giving tens of millions to pro-Trump groups during the 2024 campaign — including a $50 million contribution to a pro-Trump PAC, one of the largest individual political donations of the cycle. He also supported Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign before Kennedy dropped out of the race. Trump earlier praised Mellon, who at the time was an anonymous donor, as "a great American citizen," saying his donation helped ensure troops received their salaries amid the shutdown. "He's a great patriot," Trump said Friday. "He's obviously a very substantial man, and he contributed $130 million toward the military in order to make up any difference. So he wanted to see the military get paid." Also read | ‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests Secretary of War accepts $130 million “gift” Pentagon officials confirmed the donation to The Daily Beast, saying it was accepted under the Defense Department’s "general gift acceptance authority." Chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said the funds were earmarked "offset the cost of Service members’ salaries and benefits". Democrats, however, sharply criticised the move. Senator Chris Coons, the top Democrat on the Senate Appropriations panel, said, "Using anonymous donations to fund our military raises troubling questions of whether our own troops are at risk of literally being bought and paid for by foreign powers".

US President Donald Trump's anonymous $130 million donor, who paid US troops during the government shutdown, revealed — and it’s not who people expected. Who's the secretive benefactor? Here's all you need to know.

Trump’s mystery $130 million donor unmasked: Meet the man behind the money, reclusive heir Timothy Mellon

US President Donald Trump on Saturday downplayed the chances of holding a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin anytime soon, even as a top Kremlin envoy held quiet talks with US officials on ending the war in Ukraine. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Asia, Trump said he would only meet Putin if a breakthrough seemed likely. Labelling his recent equation with Putin "disappointing", Trump said he won't be "wasting my time" with a meeting that does not involve signing a deal.<h2>Trump-Putin bromance over?</h2>The US President told reporters, "I'm going to have to know that we're going to make a deal. I'm not going to be wasting my time". He added that "I've always had a great relationship with Vladimir Putin, but this has been very disappointing," Trump said. "I thought this would have gotten done before peace in the Middle East."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-us-is-our-enemy-putin-medvedev-slam-trump-after-new-us-sanctions-vow-russia-will-never-bow-to-pressure-1761267942499">'US is our enemy': Putin, Medvedev slam Trump after new US sanctions, vow Russia will 'never bow to pressure'</a><h2>Russian negotiator in the US</h2>Meanwhile, Kremlin negotiator Kirill Dmitriev spent Friday and Saturday in talks with US officials, including Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff, according to US media reports. Further meetings are expected on Sunday.Dmitriev told CNN on Friday that a negotiated settlement was within reach, after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he supported Trump’s proposal to base peace talks on the current frontlines. "I believe Russia and the US and Ukraine actually quite close to a diplomatic solution," Dmitriev said. "It's a big move by President Zelensky to already acknowledge that it's about battle lines. You know, his previous position was that Russia should leave completely so actually, I think we are reasonably close to a diplomatic solution that can be worked out."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/steve-bannon-insists-trump-needs-one-more-term-hints-at-secret-plan-for-trump-2028-comeback-1761288412586">Steve Bannon insists Trump 'needs one more term,' hints at secret plan for 'Trump 2028' comeback</a>The talks come amid rising tensions over new US sanctions on Russia’s energy sector. On Wednesday, Washington imposed measures targeting oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil—sanctions Trump had reportedly delayed for months but approved after the Budapest summit plan collapsed.Trump said he hoped the sanctions would be short-lived and that "war will be settled." Putin, while acknowledging the sanctions were "serious," downplayed their impact and said they don't "strengthen Russia-US relations, which have only just begun to recover." Still, Putin said he remained open to dialogue with Trump, and Dmitriev confirmed that a meeting between the two leaders "will happen, but probably at a later date."

Trump hints Putin summit may be off the table, calling their ties “very disappointing” and saying he won’t “waste time” without a real deal. Are Trump and Putin drifting apart?

US President Donald Trump on Saturday downplayed the chances of holding a summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin anytime soon, even as a top Kremlin envoy held quiet talks with US officials on ending the war in Ukraine. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One en route to Asia, Trump said he would only meet Putin if a breakthrough seemed likely. Labelling his recent equation with Putin "disappointing", Trump said he won't be "wasting my time" with a meeting that does not involve signing a deal. Trump-Putin bromance over? The US President told reporters, "I'm going to have to know that we're going to make a deal. I'm not going to be wasting my time". He added that "I've always had a great relationship with Vladimir Putin, but this has been very disappointing," Trump said. "I thought this would have gotten done before peace in the Middle East." Also read | 'US is our enemy': Putin, Medvedev slam Trump after new US sanctions, vow Russia will 'never bow to pressure' Russian negotiator in the US Meanwhile, Kremlin negotiator Kirill Dmitriev spent Friday and Saturday in talks with US officials, including Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff, according to US media reports. Further meetings are expected on Sunday. Dmitriev told CNN on Friday that a negotiated settlement was within reach, after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said he supported Trump’s proposal to base peace talks on the current frontlines. "I believe Russia and the US and Ukraine actually quite close to a diplomatic solution," Dmitriev said. "It's a big move by President Zelensky to already acknowledge that it's about battle lines. You know, his previous position was that Russia should leave completely so actually, I think we are reasonably close to a diplomatic solution that can be worked out." Also read | Steve Bannon insists Trump 'needs one more term,' hints at secret plan for 'Trump 2028' comeback The talks come amid rising tensions over new US sanctions on Russia’s energy sector. On Wednesday, Washington imposed measures targeting oil giants Rosneft and Lukoil—sanctions Trump had reportedly delayed for months but approved after the Budapest summit plan collapsed. Trump said he hoped the sanctions would be short-lived and that "war will be settled." Putin, while acknowledging the sanctions were "serious," downplayed their impact and said they don't "strengthen Russia-US relations, which have only just begun to recover." Still, Putin said he remained open to dialogue with Trump, and Dmitriev confirmed that a meeting between the two leaders "will happen, but probably at a later date."

Trump hints Putin summit may be off the table, calling their ties “very disappointing” and saying he won’t “waste time” without a real deal. Are Trump and Putin drifting apart?

Trump-Putin bromance over? POTUS says won't 'waste time' meeting Russian President

President Donald Trump embarks on a high-profile Asia tour, meeting with key leaders including China’s Xi Jinping and potentially North Korea’s Kim Jong-un.


Trump Visits Asia: US President Will Be Attending APEC Summit in South Korea

Former US Vice President Kamala Harris has hinted that she is looking at a rerun for the Presidential election. In an interview with the BBC, she expressed that she would possibly be ‘President’ one day. She said to the BBC journalist Laura Kuenssberg, “I am not done,” despite the poll suggesting otherwise. She, however, kept room for speculation, suggesting that she has not completely made up her mind, but intends to see a woman President at the Oval Office.&nbsp;&nbsp;“I have lived my entire career as a life of service, and it’s in my bones…If I listened to polls, I would have not run for my first office, or my second office – and I certainly wouldn’t be sitting here,” said Harris.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">NEW - Whitehouse responds to Kamala Harris interview with BBC, airing on Sunday, &quot;She should take the hint from having lost the election, people are no longer interested in hearing her lies.&quot; <a href="https://t.co/1S4K1L8W9q">pic.twitter.com/1S4K1L8W9q</a>&mdash; Disclose.tv (@disclosetv) <a href="https://twitter.com/disclosetv/status/1982108770567119317?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Whitehouse spokesperson Abigail Jackson dismissed Harris, “When Kamala Harris lost the election in a landslide, she should've taken the hint - the American people don't care about her absurd lies… Or maybe she did take the hint and that's why she's continuing to air her grievances to foreign publications.”In the BBC interview, Kamala Harris branded Trump as a ‘tyrant’ and shamed business leaders, institutions of America for bowing to the whims of Donald Trump. &nbsp;She added that much of her speculation about Trump and his fascist tendencies was turning out to be true. "He said he would weaponise the Department of Justice - and he has done exactly that," said Harris.She pointed out the suspension of late-night comic Jimmy Kimmel by ABC after he made a joke about the conservative commentator Charlie Kirk's assassination.&nbsp;"You look at what has happened in terms of how he has weaponised, for example, federal agencies going around after political satirists… His skin is so thin he couldn't endure criticism from a joke, and attempted to shut down an entire media organisation in the process," said Harris.Her 2021 election defeat had been attributed by many observers to political baggage and declining approval of Joe Biden’s presidency more than her campaign. She made history as the first woman of colour to serve as the Vice President of America in 2021. She has recently published a book, '107 Days' account of her short run to presidency that was left following Biden's withdrawl.&nbsp;

Kamala Harris signals another run for U.S. presidency, calls Donald Trump a “tyrant” and insists she believes a woman will lead the White House soon.

Former US Vice President Kamala Harris has hinted that she is looking at a rerun for the Presidential election. In an interview with the BBC, she expressed that she would possibly be ‘President’ one day. She said to the BBC journalist Laura Kuenssberg, “I am not done,” despite the poll suggesting otherwise. She, however, kept room for speculation, suggesting that she has not completely made up her mind, but intends to see a woman President at the Oval Office. “I have lived my entire career as a life of service, and it’s in my bones…If I listened to polls, I would have not run for my first office, or my second office – and I certainly wouldn’t be sitting here,” said Harris.

Kamala Harris signals another run for U.S. presidency, calls Donald Trump a “tyrant” and insists she believes a woman will lead the White House soon.

Kamala Harris labels Trump a 'tyrant' says 'I am not done' - hints at 2028 run

President Donald Trump embarks on a high-profile Asia tour, meeting with key leaders including China’s Xi Jinping and potentially North Korea’s Kim Jong-un.

Trump Hopes Meeting With Xi Jinping to Be 'good', Expects Help in Ukraine Peace Deal

Trump Visits Asia: Trump To Meet Chinese President Xi Jinping, Meeting with Kim Jong-Un On Cards

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 24) labelled North Korea a "sort of a nuclear power" as he left the United States for Asia. The trip, as per reports, could potentially include a meeting with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un. The US president was asked on board Air Force One whether he was open to North Korea's demand to be recognised as a nuclear state as a precondition for dialogue with Washington. To this, he evasively replied, "Well, I think they are sort of a nuclear power."When you say they have to be recognised as a nuclear power, well, they got a lot of nuclear weapons, I'll say that," he added.&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-they-are-fabricating-a-war-maduro-slams-us-after-trump-says-we-re-just-gonna-kill-1761354945867">'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'</a><h2>Trump-Kim meeting: All we know</h2>Trump is due to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum in South Korea next week. Multiple US outlets have reported that officials have quietly explored the possibility of a Trump-Kim meeting — their first since 2019. The president has repeatedly said he hopes to see Kim again, hinting that renewed diplomacy could be on the table.Kim, for his part, recently struck a conciliatory tone, saying he has "fond memories" of Trump and would be open to dialogue if the US abandoned what he called its "delusional" demand for complete denuclearisation.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-to-continue-airing-controversial-ronald-reagan-ad-ontario-premier-said-this-after-trump-suspended-trade-talks-1761360065985">Canada to continue airing controversial Ronald Reagan ad? Ontario Premier said THIS after Trump suspended trade talks</a>South Korea’s unification minister, Chung Dong-young, told reporters Friday that he saw a "considerable" chance the two leaders could meet during Trump’s visit. However, a senior US official, as per AFP, &nbsp;quickly tempered expectations, saying on a background call that such a meeting "is not on the schedule for this trip."&nbsp;While an official announcement of the meeting has not been made by either nation, still, signs of preparation have fuelled speculation. South Korea and the United Nations Command have temporarily suspended tours of the Joint Security Area (JSA) — the symbolic border village in the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) — from late October to early November.&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump has called North Korea "sort of a nuclear power" while en route to Asia. Here's all you need to know. 

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Oct 24) labelled North Korea a "sort of a nuclear power" as he left the United States for Asia. The trip, as per reports, could potentially include a meeting with North Korea leader Kim Jong Un. The US president was asked on board Air Force One whether he was open to North Korea's demand to be recognised as a nuclear state as a precondition for dialogue with Washington. To this, he evasively replied, "Well, I think they are sort of a nuclear power. "When you say they have to be recognised as a nuclear power, well, they got a lot of nuclear weapons, I'll say that," he added. Also read | 'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill' Trump-Kim meeting: All we know Trump is due to attend the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Forum in South Korea next week. Multiple US outlets have reported that officials have quietly explored the possibility of a Trump-Kim meeting — their first since 2019. The president has repeatedly said he hopes to see Kim again, hinting that renewed diplomacy could be on the table. Kim, for his part, recently struck a conciliatory tone, saying he has "fond memories" of Trump and would be open to dialogue if the US abandoned what he called its "delusional" demand for complete denuclearisation. Also read | Canada to continue airing controversial Ronald Reagan ad? Ontario Premier said THIS after Trump suspended trade talks South Korea’s unification minister, Chung Dong-young, told reporters Friday that he saw a "considerable" chance the two leaders could meet during Trump’s visit. However, a senior US official, as per AFP, quickly tempered expectations, saying on a background call that such a meeting "is not on the schedule for this trip." While an official announcement of the meeting has not been made by either nation, still, signs of preparation have fuelled speculation. South Korea and the United Nations Command have temporarily suspended tours of the Joint Security Area (JSA) — the symbolic border village in the Demilitarised Zone (DMZ) — from late October to early November.

US President Donald Trump has called North Korea "sort of a nuclear power" while en route to Asia. Here's all you need to know.&nbsp;

Trump says North Korea ‘sort of a nuclear power’ as potential talks with Kim Jong Un loom

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Friday accused the United States of "manufacturing a war" after US President Donald Trump deployed an aircraft carrier to the Caribbean, escalating tensions in the region. The move, described by the Pentagon as part of a mission to counter drug trafficking, has been widely interpreted in Caracas as a show of force aimed at Venezuela. "They are fabricating a new, endless war," Maduro alleged in a televised address. This comes as Trump on Thursday (Oct 23) issued a blunt comment on US plans to strike drug smugglers in Venezuela, saying, "we're just gonna kill." Talking to reporters, Trump revealed that he was not planning to ask Congress for a declaration of war before ordering strikes on suspected drug smugglers in Venezuela.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-re-just-gonna-kill-them-trump-says-won-t-seek-congress-before-strikes-venezuela-urges-no-crazy-war-please-1761271095909">'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!'</a><h2>Venezuela's president slams the Trump administration</h2>In his televised address, Maduro, slamming Washington, said that the US "promised they would never again get involved in a war," but that now the nation was "fabricating a war that we are going to prevent."The US military buildup began earlier this year, when President Donald Trump ordered a campaign against what he called "narco-terrorists" in Latin America. The operation, as per AFP, involves an aircraft carrier strike group, eight Navy ships, and several F-35 stealth fighter jets. US officials say the goal is to disrupt drug-smuggling routes. But strikes on at least ten vessels—described by Washington as smugglers’ boats—have already left more than 40 people dead, many of whom local governments and families insist were civilians, mostly fishermen.The deployment, however, is expanding. On Thursday, Washington announced joint naval exercises with Trinidad and Tobago, just off Venezuela’s coast. The USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, will dock in Port of Spain between October 26 and 30 while US Marines train with local forces.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-zelensky-meeting-reportedly-erupts-into-shouting-match-as-potus-reconnects-with-putin-1760927147107">Trump-Zelensky meeting reportedly erupts into 'shouting match' as POTUS reconnects with Putin</a><h2>We're just going to kill: Trump</h2>Previously, on Thursday, President Trump said that he was not seeking congressional approval for future strikes in the region. "I don’t think we’re gonna necessarily ask for a declaration of war," he said. "I think we’re just gonna kill people that are bringing drugs into our country. OK? We’re gonna to kill them. They’re going to be, like, dead." &nbsp;

Venezuela’s President Maduro accused the US of “manufacturing a war” after Trump sent an aircraft carrier to the Caribbean for anti-drug operations. Maduro's warning of escalation comes as Trump said he won’t seek Congress's approval before striking suspected smugglers.

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro on Friday accused the United States of "manufacturing a war" after US President Donald Trump deployed an aircraft carrier to the Caribbean, escalating tensions in the region. The move, described by the Pentagon as part of a mission to counter drug trafficking, has been widely interpreted in Caracas as a show of force aimed at Venezuela. "They are fabricating a new, endless war," Maduro alleged in a televised address. This comes as Trump on Thursday (Oct 23) issued a blunt comment on US plans to strike drug smugglers in Venezuela, saying, "we're just gonna kill." Talking to reporters, Trump revealed that he was not planning to ask Congress for a declaration of war before ordering strikes on suspected drug smugglers in Venezuela. Also read | 'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!' Venezuela's president slams the Trump administration In his televised address, Maduro, slamming Washington, said that the US "promised they would never again get involved in a war," but that now the nation was "fabricating a war that we are going to prevent." The US military buildup began earlier this year, when President Donald Trump ordered a campaign against what he called "narco-terrorists" in Latin America. The operation, as per AFP, involves an aircraft carrier strike group, eight Navy ships, and several F-35 stealth fighter jets. US officials say the goal is to disrupt drug-smuggling routes. But strikes on at least ten vessels—described by Washington as smugglers’ boats—have already left more than 40 people dead, many of whom local governments and families insist were civilians, mostly fishermen. The deployment, however, is expanding. On Thursday, Washington announced joint naval exercises with Trinidad and Tobago, just off Venezuela’s coast. The USS Gravely, a guided-missile destroyer, will dock in Port of Spain between October 26 and 30 while US Marines train with local forces. Also read | Trump-Zelensky meeting reportedly erupts into 'shouting match' as POTUS reconnects with Putin We're just going to kill: Trump Previously, on Thursday, President Trump said that he was not seeking congressional approval for future strikes in the region. "I don’t think we’re gonna necessarily ask for a declaration of war," he said. "I think we’re just gonna kill people that are bringing drugs into our country. OK? We’re gonna to kill them. They’re going to be, like, dead."

Venezuela’s President Maduro accused the US of “manufacturing a war” after Trump sent an aircraft carrier to the Caribbean for anti-drug operations. Maduro's warning of escalation comes as Trump said he won’t seek Congress's approval before striking suspected smugglers.

'They are fabricating a war': Maduro slams US after 'peacemaker' Trump says 'we’re just gonna kill'

No Crazy War, Please’: Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro has issued a stark warning to U.S. President Donald Trump amid escalating tensions following the deployment of U.S. warships and strategic bombers near Venezuelan waters. 

No Crazy War, Please’: Maduro Warns Trump as U.S. Flies Bombers, Readies Warships Near Venezuela 

Gaza Ceasefire: The United States has intervened to halt Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's plans for an expanded Gaza war, urging restraint amid fragile ceasefire negotiations. U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance, have traveled to Israel to push for peace talks and emphasize the importance of maintaining the truce. Netanyahu, facing pressure from Washington and internal coalition tensions, has publicly stated the need to dismantle Hamas and ensure Gaza's demilitarization but is being urged to pursue diplomatic avenues to avoid further escalation. 

Gaza Ceasefire: U.S. Slams Brakes on Netanyahu's Gaza War Plans 

White House: The historic East Wing of the White House, which served as the entrance for visitors and the office space for first ladies for over a century, has been completely demolished. The demolition clears the site for President Donald Trump’s ambitious project to build a 90,000-square-foot ballroom costing an estimated $300 million. Despite initial claims that the current structure would remain, extensive consultations led to the decision to start anew for a modern and stable design. 


Demolition of White House East Wing Completed to Make Way for Trump’s Massive New Ballroom 

U.S.: After President Donald Trump slammed his previous Time Magazine cover as the “worst of all time,” the publication has released a new, more flattering portrait. The latest cover shows Trump seated confidently in the Oval Office, gazing directly into the camera, following backlash.


U.S.: Time Magazine Unveils Flattering New Trump Cover After Photo Controversy

Steve Bannon, who served as the White House's chief strategist for the first seven months of President Donald Trump's first administration, has openly spoken about the POTUS's plans to defy the US Constitution and secure a third presidential term in 2028. Speaking during an interview with The Economist, Bannon, a Trump ally, said that "He's gonna get a Third term" and insisted that "people just ought to get accommodated with that". This, if it comes true, would be in direct circumvention of the US Constitution's 22nd Amendment.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-us-is-our-enemy-putin-medvedev-slam-trump-after-new-us-sanctions-vow-russia-will-never-bow-to-pressure-1761267942499">'US is our enemy': Putin, Medvedev slam Trump after new US sanctions, vow Russia will 'never bow to pressure'</a><h2>Trump's nefarious plan to become POTUS again revealed</h2>During an interview with The Economist, Steven Bannon insisted, "He’s gonna get a third term, Trump '28, Trump is gonna be president '28," adding, "so people just ought to get accommodated with that."When asked about how Trump would circumvent the 22nd Amendment, which sets a two-term limit for the President, Bannon claimed there were "many alternatives," however, he did not specify what. Coyly, Banner said that at the "appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is," while insisting, "there’s a plan and President Trump will be the president in '28."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-re-just-gonna-kill-them-trump-says-won-t-seek-congress-before-strikes-venezuela-urges-no-crazy-war-please-1761271095909">'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!'</a>He further argued that Trump had "longer odds in '16 and longer odds in '24" than he does in the 2028 election. Bannon insisted that America "needs him to be President of the United States. We have to finish what we started". Calling Donald Trump an "instrument of divine will," he said that "you can tell this from how he’s pulled this off". He added that this is despite the POTUS not being "churchy" or "particularly religious"."We need him for at least one more term, and he’ll get that in '28," added the Trump ally.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Steve Bannon says Trump will get a third term in 2028 and urged people to accept it, claiming "there’s a plan" to get around the 22nd Amendment. Here's what he said.

Steve Bannon, who served as the White House's chief strategist for the first seven months of President Donald Trump's first administration, has openly spoken about the POTUS's plans to defy the US Constitution and secure a third presidential term in 2028. Speaking during an interview with The Economist, Bannon, a Trump ally, said that "He's gonna get a Third term" and insisted that "people just ought to get accommodated with that". This, if it comes true, would be in direct circumvention of the US Constitution's 22nd Amendment. Also read | 'US is our enemy': Putin, Medvedev slam Trump after new US sanctions, vow Russia will 'never bow to pressure' Trump's nefarious plan to become POTUS again revealed During an interview with The Economist, Steven Bannon insisted, "He’s gonna get a third term, Trump '28, Trump is gonna be president '28," adding, "so people just ought to get accommodated with that." When asked about how Trump would circumvent the 22nd Amendment, which sets a two-term limit for the President, Bannon claimed there were "many alternatives," however, he did not specify what. Coyly, Banner said that at the "appropriate time, we’ll lay out what the plan is," while insisting, "there’s a plan and President Trump will be the president in '28." Also read | 'We're just gonna kill them': Trump says won't seek Congress nod before striking Venezuela; Maduro pleads 'No crazy war, please!' He further argued that Trump had "longer odds in '16 and longer odds in '24" than he does in the 2028 election. Bannon insisted that America "needs him to be President of the United States. We have to finish what we started". Calling Donald Trump an "instrument of divine will," he said that "you can tell this from how he’s pulled this off". He added that this is despite the POTUS not being "churchy" or "particularly religious". "We need him for at least one more term, and he’ll get that in '28," added the Trump ally.

Steve Bannon says Trump will get a third term in 2028 and urged people to accept it, claiming "there’s a plan" to get around the 22nd Amendment. Here's what he said.

Steve Bannon insists Trump 'needs one more term,' hints at secret plan for 'Trump 2028' comeback

US President Donald Trump announced an immediate end to all trade talks with Canada, citing an ad that misrepresented former US President Ronald Reagan. Trump accused Ottawa of falsely quoting Reagan in an ad campaign aimed at criticising US tariffs. “The Ronald Reagan Foundation has confirmed that Canada used a fabricated advertisement with Reagan’s voice, making false claims about tariffs,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “This was an attempt to influence the Supreme Court’s decisions and other legal proceedings. Tariffs are crucial for US national security and economic stability. Due to these actions, all trade negotiations with Canada are now terminated.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-didn-t-kill-anybody-alabama-man-s-last-words-before-execution-by-nitrogen-gas-for-1993-murder-amid-legal-challenges-1761273080973">'I didn’t kill anybody’: Alabama man’s last words before execution by nitrogen gas for 1993 murder amid legal challenges</a><h2>The controversial ad escalates tensions</h2>In Canada, Ontario launched an anti-tariff campaign featuring an excerpt from a 1987 radio address by Reagan, originally aimed at justifying tariffs on Japanese electronics. The ad warns of the dangers of long-term tariffs, predicting negative consequences like trade wars and economic collapse. The ad aired on networks such as Newsmax and Bloomberg, and Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a $75 million budget for the campaign, aiming to spread the message across Republican districts in the United States. Ford, a self-proclaimed Reagan admirer, emphasised the importance of this issue for Canada's economic interests.

'All trade negotiations with Canada are terminated': Trump ends talks after dispute over controversial ad featuring Reagan

US President Donald Trump announced an immediate end to all trade talks with Canada, citing an ad that misrepresented former US President Ronald Reagan. Trump accused Ottawa of falsely quoting Reagan in an ad campaign aimed at criticising US tariffs. “The Ronald Reagan Foundation has confirmed that Canada used a fabricated advertisement with Reagan’s voice, making false claims about tariffs,” Trump posted on Truth Social. “This was an attempt to influence the Supreme Court’s decisions and other legal proceedings. Tariffs are crucial for US national security and economic stability. Due to these actions, all trade negotiations with Canada are now terminated.” Also Read: 'I didn’t kill anybody’: Alabama man’s last words before execution by nitrogen gas for 1993 murder amid legal challenges The controversial ad escalates tensions In Canada, Ontario launched an anti-tariff campaign featuring an excerpt from a 1987 radio address by Reagan, originally aimed at justifying tariffs on Japanese electronics. The ad warns of the dangers of long-term tariffs, predicting negative consequences like trade wars and economic collapse. The ad aired on networks such as Newsmax and Bloomberg, and Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a $75 million budget for the campaign, aiming to spread the message across Republican districts in the United States. Ford, a self-proclaimed Reagan admirer, emphasised the importance of this issue for Canada's economic interests.

US President Donald Trump announced an immediate end to all trade talks with Canada, citing an ad that misrepresented Ronald Reagan. Trump accused Ottawa of falsely quoting Reagan in an ad campaign aimed at criticising US tariffs

Russian former president Dmitry Medvedev on Thursday (Oct 23) labelled the United States "enemy" even as the current President Vladimir Putin warned his American counterpart Donald Trump that Moscow would never bow down to US pressure. The strong statements come as the US on Wednesday (Oct 22) imposed sanctions against the two biggest Russian oil companies, citing Putin's "refusal to end this senseless war" in Ukraine. The sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil also target nearly three dozen of their subsidiaries, which led to an almost immediate five per cent jump in oil prices.<h2>Russia takes a strong stance against the US</h2>Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday remained defiant and vowed that Moscow would never bow to US pressure, even as he admitted that Washington’s new sanctions could cause “some losses” to Russia’s economy.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-we-did-not-use-american-long-range-weapons-on-russia-zelensky-1761248995166">‘We did not use American long-range weapons on Russia’: Zelensky</a>Slamming the latest US sanctions that aim to choke off the Kremlin’s energy revenues and force it to negotiate over the war in Ukraine, Putin said that it was an "unfriendly act that does nothing to strengthen Russian-American relations". He insisted that the "attempt to put pressure on Russia" was futile, adding, "No self-respecting country ever does anything under pressure".Conceding that "some losses are expected" from the measures. Putin suggested that Trump should take a hard look at "who his administration is really working for" when advisers urge him to impose sanctions on Russian oil.<h2>Putin warns Trump</h2>The new sanctions—the first against Moscow since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January—immediately pushed global oil prices up 5 per cent. The EU also agreed on a phased ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-purely-counterproductive-russia-fumes-over-trump-sanctions-on-its-oil-companies-1761230271142">‘Counterproductive’: Russia fumes over Trump sanctions on its oil companies</a>Putin warned that the move would backfire by raising global prices. He also cautioned that Russia's response would be “very strong, if not overwhelming,” if attacked with US-made Tomahawk missiles, which Ukraine has been lobbying Washington to supply.Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev on social media called the US measures an "act of war", accusing Washington of abandoning diplomacy. "The US is our enemy," Medvedev wrote. "Its talkative ‘peacemaker’ has now fully embarked on a path of war against Russia."Putin, however, struck a more measured tone, saying he remained open to dialogue with Trump. "Dialogue is always better than war," he said, adding that the planned Budapest summit between the two leaders would likely be postponed.<h2>India, China cut down on Russian oil purchases?</h2>According to AFP, there were early signs that Russia's two biggest buyers—China and India—were reacting to the sanctions. Reliance Industries, India’s largest importer of Russian oil, said it was "recalibrating" purchases to align with government guidance. Sources also told Reuters that Chinese state-owned firms had suspended seaborne Russian crude imports, at least temporarily, to avoid violating US restrictions. Losing its two biggest customers would deal a severe blow to the Kremlin, with oil and gas making up about a fifth of Russia’s GDP.&nbsp;

Russia hit back hard at Washington after new US sanctions targeted its top oil giants, Rosneft and Lukoil. Vladimir Putin warned Donald Trump that Moscow “will never bow to US pressure,” while Dmitry Medvedev declared, “The US is our enemy.” All you need to know.

Russian former president Dmitry Medvedev on Thursday (Oct 23) labelled the United States "enemy" even as the current President Vladimir Putin warned his American counterpart Donald Trump that Moscow would never bow down to US pressure. The strong statements come as the US on Wednesday (Oct 22) imposed sanctions against the two biggest Russian oil companies, citing Putin's "refusal to end this senseless war" in Ukraine. The sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil also target nearly three dozen of their subsidiaries, which led to an almost immediate five per cent jump in oil prices. Russia takes a strong stance against the US Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday remained defiant and vowed that Moscow would never bow to US pressure, even as he admitted that Washington’s new sanctions could cause “some losses” to Russia’s economy. Also read | ‘We did not use American long-range weapons on Russia’: Zelensky Slamming the latest US sanctions that aim to choke off the Kremlin’s energy revenues and force it to negotiate over the war in Ukraine, Putin said that it was an "unfriendly act that does nothing to strengthen Russian-American relations". He insisted that the "attempt to put pressure on Russia" was futile, adding, "No self-respecting country ever does anything under pressure". Conceding that "some losses are expected" from the measures. Putin suggested that Trump should take a hard look at "who his administration is really working for" when advisers urge him to impose sanctions on Russian oil. Putin warns Trump The new sanctions—the first against Moscow since Donald Trump returned to the White House in January—immediately pushed global oil prices up 5 per cent. The EU also agreed on a phased ban on Russian liquefied natural gas imports. Also read | ‘Counterproductive’: Russia fumes over Trump sanctions on its oil companies Putin warned that the move would backfire by raising global prices. He also cautioned that Russia's response would be “very strong, if not overwhelming,” if attacked with US-made Tomahawk missiles, which Ukraine has been lobbying Washington to supply. Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev on social media called the US measures an "act of war", accusing Washington of abandoning diplomacy. "The US is our enemy," Medvedev wrote. "Its talkative ‘peacemaker’ has now fully embarked on a path of war against Russia." Putin, however, struck a more measured tone, saying he remained open to dialogue with Trump. "Dialogue is always better than war," he said, adding that the planned Budapest summit between the two leaders would likely be postponed. India, China cut down on Russian oil purchases? According to AFP, there were early signs that Russia's two biggest buyers—China and India—were reacting to the sanctions. Reliance Industries, India’s largest importer of Russian oil, said it was "recalibrating" purchases to align with government guidance. Sources also told Reuters that Chinese state-owned firms had suspended seaborne Russian crude imports, at least temporarily, to avoid violating US restrictions. Losing its two biggest customers would deal a severe blow to the Kremlin, with oil and gas making up about a fifth of Russia’s GDP.

Russia hit back hard at Washington after new US sanctions targeted its top oil giants, Rosneft and Lukoil. Vladimir Putin warned Donald Trump that Moscow “will never bow to US pressure,” while Dmitry Medvedev declared, “The US is our enemy.” All you need to know.

'US is our enemy': Putin, Medvedev slam Trump after new US sanctions, vow Russia will 'never bow to pressure'

United States President Donald Trump has called his Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro an “illegal drug leader”, announcing that the US will slash funding to the South American nation.


Colombian President Gustavo Petro Lashes Out at Trump

A man crashed his car into a security gate near the White House on Tuesday night (October 21), leading to his immediate arrest by Secret Service officers. The incident occurred at approximately 10:37 pm at a checkpoint near one of the White House entrances. The Secret Service have arrested the driver, who was later identified after a search of his vehicle, which authorities declared safe. Details about the suspect, including his identity and any potential motives, have not been disclosed. The incident has gained attention on social media, with videos showing Secret Service officers inspecting the damaged car, taking measurements, and documenting the scene.&nbsp;Despite the crash, no lockdown was issued for the White House. The road leading to the gate remains closed while the vehicle is being removed. Reports indicate that President Donald Trump was in the White House during the event. The Secret Service is continuing its investigation into the incident. At the same time, the White House is undergoing renovations, with the East Wing being demolished for a new ballroom.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/anti-immigrant-protests-erupt-in-dublin-demonstrators-clash-with-cops-burn-vehicle-here-s-why-1761113551906">Anti-immigrant protests erupt in Dublin; demonstrators clash with cops, burn vehicle — Here's why?</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">BREAKING NEWS: car at White House appears to have either stopped at or struck the barricades and several blocks around the complex now shut down as Secret Service investigates. <a href="https://t.co/unJ14nj4G5">pic.twitter.com/unJ14nj4G5</a>&mdash; Scott Thuman (@ScottThuman) <a href="https://twitter.com/ScottThuman/status/1980854262742609973?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">October 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Past incidents</h2>Incidents involving vehicles crashing into White House security gates have happened before. In both January and May of 2024, such events raised security concerns but were ultimately ruled non-threatening by authorities. In January 2024, a motorist drove into an outer gate near the White House and was detained by law enforcement. The Secret Service confirmed there was no danger posed to the residence or the surrounding area, and the then-President Joe Biden was not in the White House during the occurrence. In a separate incident in May, a man lost his life after ramming a vehicle into a security barrier close to the White House. According to the Secret Service, the event did not present any threat to public safety, according to a report in New York Times.

WATCH | Man drives car into White House security barrier; arrested

A man crashed his car into a security gate near the White House on Tuesday night (October 21), leading to his immediate arrest by Secret Service officers. The incident occurred at approximately 10:37 pm at a checkpoint near one of the White House entrances. The Secret Service have arrested the driver, who was later identified after a search of his vehicle, which authorities declared safe. Details about the suspect, including his identity and any potential motives, have not been disclosed. The incident has gained attention on social media, with videos showing Secret Service officers inspecting the damaged car, taking measurements, and documenting the scene. Despite the crash, no lockdown was issued for the White House. The road leading to the gate remains closed while the vehicle is being removed. Reports indicate that President Donald Trump was in the White House during the event. The Secret Service is continuing its investigation into the incident. At the same time, the White House is undergoing renovations, with the East Wing being demolished for a new ballroom. Also Read: Anti-immigrant protests erupt in Dublin; demonstrators clash with cops, burn vehicle — Here's why?

A man crashed his car into a White House security gate on Tuesday night, was arrested, and his vehicle deemed safe. Investigations are ongoing with no lockdown issued

U.S. President Donald Trump issues a stern warning to Hamas: "Behave or be eradicated," as tensions remain high in the Middle East. Meanwhile, J.D. Vance travels to Israel in a diplomatic effort to support ongoing Gaza ceasefire talks.

US Vice President JD Vance Heads to Israel to Shore up Gaza Ceasefire

Legendary singer Kenny Loggins has demanded that US President Donald Trump must remove his hit song "Danger Zone" from a bizarre AI generated video the POTUS posted recently. The video in question showed Trump dumping sludge on "No Kings" protestors from a plane emblazoned with "King Trump". In a statement, the 77-year-old singer said he never permitted Trump to use his 1986 hit "Danger Zone" in the AI generated clip. Calling it an "unauthorised use of my performance of ‘Danger Zone'," Loggins said he was not asked for permission and "would have denied" even if he was.<h2>Something with 'sole purpose of dividing us'</h2>The American singer and songwriter said Trump's use of his music was "unauthorised" and noted, "Nobody asked me for my permission, which I would have denied." He then requested that his "recording on this video is removed immediately".Kenny Loggins added that he cannot "imagine why anybody would want their music used or associated with something created with the sole purpose of dividing us."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-king-trump-trump-shares-ai-generated-video-mocking-protestors-amid-no-kings-protests-1760852945951">‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests</a>"Too many people are trying to tear us apart, and we need to find new ways to come together. We’re all Americans, and we’re all patriotic. There is no ‘us and them’—that’s not who we are, nor is it what we should be. It’s all of us. We’re in this together, and it is my hope that we can embrace music as a way of celebrating and uniting each and every one of us," he said.<h2>White House replies to Kenny Login's statement</h2>The White House, when asked by Daily Beast for its response to the legendary singer, songwriter's statement on the unauthorised use of his performance, merely sent a screengrab. What did the screengrab say? According to the report, it was a screengrab of Tom Cruise and Anthony Edwards' 1986 movie 'Top Gun' and had the text "I feel the need for speed". This, as per the publication, could be the Trump administration's attempt to pay homage to the film.<h2>Trump's bizarre "King Trump" video</h2>Trump stoked the political fire on Sunday (Oct 19) by sharing an AI-generated video in which he appeared to pilot a fighter jet emblazoned with the words "King Trump." The video comes amid the "No Kings" protests, which as per reports drew nearly seven million participants nationwide. In the clearly AI-generated video he can be dumping mud or some other unidentified sludge on protesters from the air at what looked like Times Square. The 19-second clip, posted on Truth Social, even showed influencer Harry Sisson getting splattered in the chaos.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-king-trump-trump-shares-ai-generated-video-mocking-protestors-amid-no-kings-protests-1760852945951">‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests</a>

Legendary singer Kenny Loggins has demanded Trump remove his hit "Danger Zone" from an AI-generated video showing the president dumping sludge on “No Kings” protesters. He called it unauthorised. The White House meanwhile responded by trolling the singer. All you need to know.

Legendary singer Kenny Loggins has demanded that US President Donald Trump must remove his hit song "Danger Zone" from a bizarre AI generated video the POTUS posted recently. The video in question showed Trump dumping sludge on "No Kings" protestors from a plane emblazoned with "King Trump". In a statement, the 77-year-old singer said he never permitted Trump to use his 1986 hit "Danger Zone" in the AI generated clip. Calling it an "unauthorised use of my performance of ‘Danger Zone'," Loggins said he was not asked for permission and "would have denied" even if he was. Something with 'sole purpose of dividing us' The American singer and songwriter said Trump's use of his music was "unauthorised" and noted, "Nobody asked me for my permission, which I would have denied." He then requested that his "recording on this video is removed immediately". Kenny Loggins added that he cannot "imagine why anybody would want their music used or associated with something created with the sole purpose of dividing us." Also read | ‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests "Too many people are trying to tear us apart, and we need to find new ways to come together. We’re all Americans, and we’re all patriotic. There is no ‘us and them’—that’s not who we are, nor is it what we should be. It’s all of us. We’re in this together, and it is my hope that we can embrace music as a way of celebrating and uniting each and every one of us," he said. White House replies to Kenny Login's statement The White House, when asked by Daily Beast for its response to the legendary singer, songwriter's statement on the unauthorised use of his performance, merely sent a screengrab. What did the screengrab say? According to the report, it was a screengrab of Tom Cruise and Anthony Edwards' 1986 movie 'Top Gun' and had the text "I feel the need for speed". This, as per the publication, could be the Trump administration's attempt to pay homage to the film. Trump's bizarre "King Trump" video Trump stoked the political fire on Sunday (Oct 19) by sharing an AI-generated video in which he appeared to pilot a fighter jet emblazoned with the words "King Trump." The video comes amid the "No Kings" protests, which as per reports drew nearly seven million participants nationwide. In the clearly AI-generated video he can be dumping mud or some other unidentified sludge on protesters from the air at what looked like Times Square. The 19-second clip, posted on Truth Social, even showed influencer Harry Sisson getting splattered in the chaos. Also read | ‘King Trump’: Trump shares AI-generated video mocking protestors amid ‘No Kings’ protests

Legendary singer Kenny Loggins has demanded Trump remove his hit "Danger Zone" from an AI-generated video showing the president dumping sludge on “No Kings” protesters. He called it unauthorised. The White House meanwhile responded by trolling the singer. All you need to know.

Kenny Loggins slams 'divisive, unauthorised' use of music in viral 'King Trump' clip, White House responds with trolling

U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing the possibility of commuting the prison sentence of rapper and music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, who is currently serving a 50-month sentence for prostitution-related charges.&nbsp;According to a report by TMZ, a senior White House official revealed that Trump is “vacillating” on the decision, despite some of his staff advising against it. However, the report added that the President is known to make his own calls, suggesting a decision could come as soon as this week.&nbsp;<h2>Trump may commute Diddy’s 50-month sentence</h2>&nbsp;Diddy, 55, was convicted earlier this month by Judge Arun Subramanian of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. He was found guilty of violating the Mann Act, a federal law prohibiting the transportation of individuals across state lines for prostitution, and sentenced to over four years in federal prison.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/coffee-prince-to-dear-hongrang-7-k-dramas-featuring-kim-jae-wook-1760987393003">Coffee Prince to Dear Hongrang: 7 K-dramas featuring Kim Jae Wook</a>&nbsp;The Bad Boy Records founder was acquitted of the more serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking, but remains at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting transfer to a federal facility. His lawyers have requested that he serve his time at FCI Fort Dix, a low-security prison in New Jersey.&nbsp;Reports indicate that Diddy’s legal team reached out to senior White House officials soon after the sentencing, initiating discussions about a possible commutation or pardon. Trump himself acknowledged earlier this month that he had been approached on the matter, saying, “I call him Puff Daddy, he has asked me for a pardon.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/ocean-s-11-to-entrapment-5-heist-dramas-that-are-eerily-similar-to-the-louvre-robbery-1760963748146">Ocean’s 11 to Entrapment: 5 heist dramas that are similar to Louvre robbery</a><h2>Diddy’s appeal and Trump’s decision</h2>On Monday, Diddy’s legal team formally filed a notice of appeal in the Federal District Court in New York. His attorneys, led by Alexandra Shapiro, are expected to submit their full appeal brief within four to six weeks.&nbsp;Diddy’s lawyer Marc Agnifilo previously criticized Judge Subramanian’s sentencing, calling it “a legal error” and claiming that the punishment took into account conduct for which Diddy had already been acquitted. The defense maintains that the Mann Act should not have applied in Diddy’s case and that they have a “strong basis to appeal.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump’s potential intervention has become a major talking point. If granted, the commutation would immediately end Diddy’s imprisonment, overriding the years left in his sentence.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/boots-season-2-when-will-netflix-s-show-air-on-streaming-giant-1760956995021">Boots season 2: When will Netflix's show air on streaming giant?</a><h2>A political twist</h2>Interestingly, Diddy was a vocal supporter of Joe Biden during the 2020 presidential election, a move that reportedly strained his once-friendly ties with Trump. Yet, sources say the former President has not ruled out extending clemency, as he recently demonstrated by commuting the sentence of former Congressman George Santos.&nbsp;“Trump will do what he wants,” a White House insider told TMZ. “He’s aware of the political optics but also believes in second chances.”&nbsp;<h2>Diddy’s public apology and future prospects</h2>Before his sentencing, Diddy issued an emotional letter to Judge Subramanian, apologizing for his past behavior and taking accountability for the harm he caused. He also acknowledged the domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, which resurfaced during his trial.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/yu-menglong-case-why-chinese-actor-s-death-is-linked-to-bejing-art-museum-1760946847821">Yu Menglong case: Why Chinese actor's death is linked to Beijing Art Museum?</a>&nbsp;“I want to apologize and say how sincerely sorry I am for all of the hurt and pain that I have caused others by my conduct,” he wrote. “I take full responsibility for my past wrongs.”&nbsp;In addition to his prison sentence, Diddy has been ordered to pay a $500,000 fine, complete five years of supervised release, and undergo treatment for substance abuse and mental health issues.&nbsp;<h2>What happens next</h2>&nbsp;As the Bureau of Prisons continues to finalize Diddy’s facility placement, all eyes are now on Trump. If he decides to commute the rapper’s sentence, it will mark one of the most controversial presidential interventions in recent years.&nbsp;

As per reports, Donald Trump is considering Sean 'Diddy' commutation, and the decision might come this week.  


U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly weighing the possibility of commuting the prison sentence of rapper and music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, who is currently serving a 50-month sentence for prostitution-related charges. According to a report by TMZ, a senior White House official revealed that Trump is “vacillating” on the decision, despite some of his staff advising against it. However, the report added that the President is known to make his own calls, suggesting a decision could come as soon as this week. Trump may commute Diddy’s 50-month sentence Diddy, 55, was convicted earlier this month by Judge Arun Subramanian of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. He was found guilty of violating the Mann Act, a federal law prohibiting the transportation of individuals across state lines for prostitution, and sentenced to over four years in federal prison. Also Read: Coffee Prince to Dear Hongrang: 7 K-dramas featuring Kim Jae Wook The Bad Boy Records founder was acquitted of the more serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking, but remains at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, awaiting transfer to a federal facility. His lawyers have requested that he serve his time at FCI Fort Dix, a low-security prison in New Jersey. Reports indicate that Diddy’s legal team reached out to senior White House officials soon after the sentencing, initiating discussions about a possible commutation or pardon. Trump himself acknowledged earlier this month that he had been approached on the matter, saying, “I call him Puff Daddy, he has asked me for a pardon.” Also Read: Ocean’s 11 to Entrapment: 5 heist dramas that are similar to Louvre robbery Diddy’s appeal and Trump’s decision On Monday, Diddy’s legal team formally filed a notice of appeal in the Federal District Court in New York. His attorneys, led by Alexandra Shapiro, are expected to submit their full appeal brief within four to six weeks. Diddy’s lawyer Marc Agnifilo previously criticized Judge Subramanian’s sentencing, calling it “a legal error” and claiming that the punishment took into account conduct for which Diddy had already been acquitted. The defense maintains that the Mann Act should not have applied in Diddy’s case and that they have a “strong basis to appeal.” Meanwhile, Trump’s potential intervention has become a major talking point. If granted, the commutation would immediately end Diddy’s imprisonment, overriding the years left in his sentence. Also Read: Boots season 2: When will Netflix's show air on streaming giant? A political twist Interestingly, Diddy was a vocal supporter of Joe Biden during the 2020 presidential election, a move that reportedly strained his once-friendly ties with Trump. Yet, sources say the former President has not ruled out extending clemency, as he recently demonstrated by commuting the sentence of former Congressman George Santos. “Trump will do what he wants,” a White House insider told TMZ. “He’s aware of the political optics but also believes in second chances.” Diddy’s public apology and future prospects Before his sentencing, Diddy issued an emotional letter to Judge Subramanian, apologizing for his past behavior and taking accountability for the harm he caused. He also acknowledged the domestic violence incident involving his ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura, which resurfaced during his trial. Also Read: Yu Menglong case: Why Chinese actor's death is linked to Beijing Art Museum? “I want to apologize and say how sincerely sorry I am for all of the hurt and pain that I have caused others by my conduct,” he wrote. “I take full responsibility for my past wrongs.” In addition to his prison sentence, Diddy has been ordered to pay a $500,000 fine, complete five years of supervised release, and undergo treatment for substance abuse and mental health issues. What happens next As the Bureau of Prisons continues to finalize Diddy’s facility placement, all eyes are now on Trump. If he decides to commute the rapper’s sentence, it will mark one of the most controversial presidential interventions in recent years.

As per reports, Donald Trump is considering Sean 'Diddy' commutation, and the decision might come this week. &nbsp;

Will Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs walk free? Trump reportedly considering commutation this week

President Donald Trump said on Monday (Oct 20) that Ukraine “could still win” its war against Russia — but quickly added he doesn't think it will. He made the comments during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the White House. When asked to clarify remarks he made earlier at the United Nations, where he claimed Kyiv "could possibly win the war" against Vladimir Putin's Russia, Trump said, “Well, they could. They could still win it. I don’t think they will, but they could still win it.”<h2>Misunderstood Trump?</h2>Trump, when grilled over his earlier remarks and whether he truly believed Ukraine could defeat Russia, claimed his comments were being misinterpreted. Noting that "war is a strange thing," he said, "I never said that they would win it. I said they could win it. Anything can happen. You know, war is a very strange thing."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-conditional-ceasefire-in-gaza-trump-warns-hamas-says-will-eradicate-the-palestinian-militants-if-1761009401745">'Conditional' ceasefire in Gaza? Trump warns Hamas, says will 'eradicate' the Palestinian militants if...</a>The Oval Office meeting wasn’t just about Ukraine. Trump and Albanese signed a multi-billion dollar agreement on critical minerals and defence cooperation, signalling a strengthening of US-Australia ties even as the administration faces mounting global crises.<h2>Zelensky continues to push for Tomahawks</h2>Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky continues to push for stronger American backing. In an interview with NBC News, he urged Trump to apply “more pressure” on Russian President Vladimir Putin, arguing that Putin is “something similar but stronger than Hamas.” Zelensky said he hoped Washington would provide long-range Tomahawk missiles capable of striking deep into Russian territory.Trump has left that option open, though he appeared noncommittal after meeting Zelenskyy at the White House last week. &nbsp;"It was good that President Trump didn't say 'no', but for today, didn't say 'yes'," Zelenskyy noted after the meeting which as per reports culminated into a "shouting match".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-zelensky-meeting-reportedly-erupts-into-shouting-match-as-potus-reconnects-with-putin-1760927147107">Trump-Zelensky meeting reportedly erupts into 'shouting match' as POTUS reconnects with Putin</a><h2>Trump to meet Putin, but Zelensky isn't invited?</h2>Trump, who has made ending the Ukraine war a key foreign policy goal, announced plans to meet Putin in Budapest for a second round of peace talks. The Ukrainian president, who is yet to be formally invited to the meeting aimed at peace in Ukraine, said he was prepared to attend. "If we really want to have just and lasting peace, we need both sides of this tragedy," he said. "How can there be some deals without us about us?" he questioned.

Trump said Ukraine “could still win” its war with Russia but added he doesn’t think it will. He later claimed his remarks were “misunderstood,” calling war “a strange thing.” The comment came as he announced plans to meet Putin in Budapest — without inviting Zelensky.

President Donald Trump said on Monday (Oct 20) that Ukraine “could still win” its war against Russia — but quickly added he doesn't think it will. He made the comments during a meeting with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese at the White House. When asked to clarify remarks he made earlier at the United Nations, where he claimed Kyiv "could possibly win the war" against Vladimir Putin's Russia, Trump said, “Well, they could. They could still win it. I don’t think they will, but they could still win it.” Misunderstood Trump? Trump, when grilled over his earlier remarks and whether he truly believed Ukraine could defeat Russia, claimed his comments were being misinterpreted. Noting that "war is a strange thing," he said, "I never said that they would win it. I said they could win it. Anything can happen. You know, war is a very strange thing." Also read | 'Conditional' ceasefire in Gaza? Trump warns Hamas, says will 'eradicate' the Palestinian militants if... The Oval Office meeting wasn’t just about Ukraine. Trump and Albanese signed a multi-billion dollar agreement on critical minerals and defence cooperation, signalling a strengthening of US-Australia ties even as the administration faces mounting global crises. Zelensky continues to push for Tomahawks Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky continues to push for stronger American backing. In an interview with NBC News, he urged Trump to apply “more pressure” on Russian President Vladimir Putin, arguing that Putin is “something similar but stronger than Hamas.” Zelensky said he hoped Washington would provide long-range Tomahawk missiles capable of striking deep into Russian territory. Trump has left that option open, though he appeared noncommittal after meeting Zelenskyy at the White House last week. "It was good that President Trump didn't say 'no', but for today, didn't say 'yes'," Zelenskyy noted after the meeting which as per reports culminated into a "shouting match". Also read | Trump-Zelensky meeting reportedly erupts into 'shouting match' as POTUS reconnects with Putin Trump to meet Putin, but Zelensky isn't invited? Trump, who has made ending the Ukraine war a key foreign policy goal, announced plans to meet Putin in Budapest for a second round of peace talks. The Ukrainian president, who is yet to be formally invited to the meeting aimed at peace in Ukraine, said he was prepared to attend. "If we really want to have just and lasting peace, we need both sides of this tragedy," he said. "How can there be some deals without us about us?" he questioned.

Trump said Ukraine “could still win” its war with Russia but added he doesn’t think it will. He later claimed his remarks were “misunderstood,” calling war “a strange thing.” The comment came as he announced plans to meet Putin in Budapest — without inviting Zelensky.

Trump calls war ‘a strange thing’ says Ukraine 'could still win,' but adds ‘I don’t think they will’

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