The Trump administration has ruled out any involvement in the extradition proceedings involving Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate. White House officials, including Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, said the administration will not intervene in the legal process. The development comes as British prosecutors have filed additional charges against the Tate brothers. Andrew Tate now faces 42 allegations, while Tristan Tate faces 17. The charges include rape, sex trafficking, assault, and offenses involving sexual images. The brothers also continue to face separate criminal investigations in Romania related to human trafficking, sexual offenses, and money laundering.

Trump White House refuses to intervene in Andrew & Tristan Tate UK Extradition Case

A Donald Trump campaign rally has gone viral for an unexpected reason. An attendee seated directly behind the U.S. President appeared to mimic Trump's signature hand gestures and facial expressions in real time, creating a hilarious moment that quickly spread across social media. The clip has sparked widespread reactions online, with many viewers comparing the attendee's expressions to Trump's iconic speaking style.

Trump rally goes viral after attendee mimics his signature gestures | Funny moment caught on camera

The US Justice Department has withdrawn subpoenas issued to The New York Times over reports concerning the security features of Air Force One. The newspaper had challenged the government’s requests for phone records and grand jury testimony, arguing that the move could intimidate journalists and violate First Amendment protections for press freedom. During a court hearing, federal prosecutors agreed to withdraw the subpoenas. The dispute began after a New York Times report raised questions about security features on a donated aircraft linked to Air Force One, including concerns over missile defense systems. President Donald Trump dismissed the concerns, saying the aircraft was being sent to a British air base for viewing by US troops and would undergo modifications.

US Justice Department withdraws subpoenas against New York Times over Air Force one Security report

Donald Trump has suggested that images of the Minab school bombing could be AI-generated. Speaking &nbsp;to Fox News anchor Trey Yingst, the American president said, "Y’know, I don’t think anybody’s ever going to be able to say what happened there." The anchor reminds him that "there are images from this site that show fragments that appear to be from a US Tomahawk missile." When asked, “Is it possible that old intelligence, or a mistake from a very active time in the war lead to this event?” Trump said, “It is, but it’s also possible that those images you have are AI-generated.”<h2>Photos showed Tomahawk pieces at school site</h2>The deadly bombing of the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ school in Southern Iran killed 120 children, 26 teachers, and bystanders, triggering anger across the world. Photos showed fragments of the US Tomahawk missiles on the site, pointing to the US being involved. Several other pieces of evidence also point to America's involvement in the attack. A US official and another person who knew about the findings of a preliminary US military investigation into the incident said that old intel was the likely reason for the attack.Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/our-military-always-acts-in-good-faith-trump-denies-us-role-in-minab-school-attack-wh-defends-him-1784230811330">‘Our military always acts in good faith’: Trump denies US role in Minab school attack, WH defends him</a>&nbsp;However, reconstruction of the school as a 3D model by Sky News and the publication Forensic Architecture showed the school had been there for years.&nbsp;In the interview, Trump said that he needs to "speak to the generals" to decide whether to release the findings of the investigation. He claimed that Iran could have used AI to make the images. "I know you’re waiting for a conclusive report, but I don’t think there can be a conclusive report," he said.&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-threatens-uk-airbase-after-us-strikes-raf-fairford-faces-warning-as-middle-east-war-escalates-1784862747292/embed<h2>Trump's strange statements on Minab school bombing</h2>Trump has been criticised for taking responsibility for the attack that killed young boys and girls aged 7 to 12 years. Days after the attack, he pinned the blame on Iran, saying Iranian munitions were inaccurate. However, independent analyses, geolocation of videos, and recovered missile debris with serial numbers from US defence contractors quickly contradicted this.&nbsp;&nbsp;The weapons used were identified as Tomahawk cruise missiles. Recently, he even said that "mistakes are made" and "nobody did that on purpose." He questioned why reporters were asking about an event that happened a "long time ago".

Donald Trump has claimed that the photos of the Minab school bombing site could have been artificially made by Iran. He made the assertion in a Fox interview, adding that there might never be a conclusive report on the incident.

Donald Trump has suggested that images of the Minab school bombing could be AI-generated. Speaking to Fox News anchor Trey Yingst, the American president said, "Y’know, I don’t think anybody’s ever going to be able to say what happened there." The anchor reminds him that "there are images from this site that show fragments that appear to be from a US Tomahawk missile." When asked, “Is it possible that old intelligence, or a mistake from a very active time in the war lead to this event?” Trump said, “It is, but it’s also possible that those images you have are AI-generated.” Photos showed Tomahawk pieces at school site The deadly bombing of the Shajareh Tayyebeh girls’ school in Southern Iran killed 120 children, 26 teachers, and bystanders, triggering anger across the world. Photos showed fragments of the US Tomahawk missiles on the site, pointing to the US being involved. Several other pieces of evidence also point to America's involvement in the attack. A US official and another person who knew about the findings of a preliminary US military investigation into the incident said that old intel was the likely reason for the attack. Also Read: ‘Our military always acts in good faith’: Trump denies US role in Minab school attack, WH defends him However, reconstruction of the school as a 3D model by Sky News and the publication Forensic Architecture showed the school had been there for years. In the interview, Trump said that he needs to "speak to the generals" to decide whether to release the findings of the investigation. He claimed that Iran could have used AI to make the images. "I know you’re waiting for a conclusive report, but I don’t think there can be a conclusive report," he said. https://www.wionews.com/videos/iran-threatens-uk-airbase-after-us-strikes-raf-fairford-faces-warning-as-middle-east-war-escalates-1784862747292/embed Trump's strange statements on Minab school bombing Trump has been criticised for taking responsibility for the attack that killed young boys and girls aged 7 to 12 years. Days after the attack, he pinned the blame on Iran, saying Iranian munitions were inaccurate. However, independent analyses, geolocation of videos, and recovered missile debris with serial numbers from US defence contractors quickly contradicted this. The weapons used were identified as Tomahawk cruise missiles. Recently, he even said that "mistakes are made" and "nobody did that on purpose." He questioned why reporters were asking about an event that happened a "long time ago".

Donald Trump has claimed that the photos of the Minab school bombing site could have been artificially made by Iran. He made the assertion in a Fox interview, adding that there might never be a conclusive report on the incident.

Trump says Iranian school bombing photos could be AI-generated - 'I don’t think...'

US President Donald Trump has revealed that he is close to deciding on a massive new attack against Iran, signaling a major escalation in the ongoing conflict. The United States has now carried out strikes on Iranian military targets for the 13th consecutive night, while Iran continues retaliatory attacks across the Gulf region.

As tensions rise, oil prices have crossed $100 per barrel, raising fears of a global energy shock. Trump also warned that the US would use frozen Iranian assets to compensate for damage caused to ships and cargo in the Gulf, while directly blaming Iran for Houthi attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.

Trump preparing massive Iran strike? | Gulf war escalates, oil prices hit new highs | US- Iran War 

Activist Sonam Wangchuk has officially ended his 26-day hunger strike after receiving assurances from the government that no legal action will be taken against protesters at Jantar Mantar. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has also urged Wangchuk to prioritize his health while announcing stricter action against NEET paper leaks, including fast-track courts and tougher punishments for offenders.

In today's global headlines, the United States continues its military campaign against Iran, launching its 13th consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure. US President Donald Trump has announced that frozen Iranian assets will be used to compensate ships and cargo affected by attacks in the Gulf while also unveiling new tariffs on 60 trading partners.

Meanwhile, Russia's missile strike on eastern Ukraine injured civilians and damaged residential buildings, while devastating wildfires continue to spread across Italy, France, and Spain, forcing thousands to evacuate. Albania witnessed violent protests over a Trump-linked luxury resort project, and the US imposed fresh sanctions on Cuba's international medical missions program.

Stay tuned for the latest international developments, geopolitical updates, and breaking world news.

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Washington DC: US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jul 23) reiterated that Iran would never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, saying the United States was doing "extremely well" as tensions with Tehran continued to escalate.Speaking at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) headquarters in Washington, DC, while unveiling his Ratepayer Protection Pledge, Trump said Iran was not yet ready for any meaningful engagement and accused it of harbouring "evil intentions."<h2>Trump blames predecessors for Iran's might</h2>"We're doing very well against the Islamic Republic of Iran—we're doing extremely well. They would like to do something, but I say they're not ready yet. They need more of the same. They've got some evil intentions. We cannot let them have a nuclear weapon," Trump said.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-house-approves-95-billion-budget-for-trump-s-war-against-iran-here-s-what-it-means-1784763680195">US House approves $95 billion budget for Trump's war against Iran. Where will the money go?</a>He further asserted that Iran should not even be allowed to contemplate acquiring nuclear weapons. "We cannot let them even think about having nuclear weapons, and that is exactly what is happening. They will never have a nuclear weapon. This should've been done by other American Presidents or other countries. It didn't have to be us, but if we don't do it nobody else will. I will, and nobody else has the capability to do it," he said.<h2>Trump takes credit for US military</h2>The US president also praised the strength of the American military, saying it had been built during his first term and was now being deployed more extensively than he had anticipated. "We are using it (the military) a little more than we thought," Trump said, while also referring to Venezuela and oil production, adding that the United States had "paid for that war many times over."<h2>CENTCOM claims naval blockade success</h2>Meanwhile, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said it had intensified maritime operations against Iran. According to CENTCOM, since resuming its naval blockade against Iran nine days ago, US forces have redirected 12 commercial vessels and disabled one vessel to prevent ships from entering or leaving Iranian ports and coastal areas.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Since resuming the naval blockade against Iran nine days ago, CENTCOM has redirected 12 commercial vessels and disabled 1 to prevent ships from entering or leaving Iranian ports or coastal areas. <a href="https://t.co/zV8zAK0H2X">pic.twitter.com/zV8zAK0H2X</a>&mdash; U.S. Central Command (@CENTCOM) <a href="https://x.com/CENTCOM/status/2080359848793846029?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 23, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Iran claims retaliatory strikes</h2>The remarks came after Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) and the Iranian Army claimed to have carried out retaliatory strikes on US military infrastructure in Kuwait and Jordan.According to the Iranian claim, the attacks targeted key air defence systems, logistics depots and drone facilities. The claims could not be independently verified.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-targets-india-s-gateway-to-central-asia-centcom-confirms-surveillance-tower-at-iran-s-chabahar-port-destroyed-1784336537527">US destroying India's gateway to Central Asia? CENTCOM confirms surveillance tower at Iran's Chabahar Port annihilated</a><h2>Rubio warns Iran of further consequences</h2>Also on Thursday, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned that Tehran would continue to face severe consequences for its actions.Rubio said Iran would continue to "pay a very heavy price" and described President Trump's approach as "a head for an eye." He accused Tehran of repeatedly failing to honour agreements and indicated that Washington would maintain pressure until Iran was prepared to negotiate a deal.Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

US President Donald Trump said Iran would "never" be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, accusing Tehran of harbouring "evil intentions", while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned the country would continue to "pay a very heavy price" as tensions escalated.

Washington DC: US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jul 23) reiterated that Iran would never be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, saying the United States was doing "extremely well" as tensions with Tehran continued to escalate. Speaking at the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) headquarters in Washington, DC, while unveiling his Ratepayer Protection Pledge, Trump said Iran was not yet ready for any meaningful engagement and accused it of harbouring "evil intentions." Trump blames predecessors for Iran's might "We're doing very well against the Islamic Republic of Iran—we're doing extremely well. They would like to do something, but I say they're not ready yet. They need more of the same. They've got some evil intentions. We cannot let them have a nuclear weapon," Trump said. Also read | US House approves $95 billion budget for Trump's war against Iran. Where will the money go? He further asserted that Iran should not even be allowed to contemplate acquiring nuclear weapons. "We cannot let them even think about having nuclear weapons, and that is exactly what is happening. They will never have a nuclear weapon. This should've been done by other American Presidents or other countries. It didn't have to be us, but if we don't do it nobody else will. I will, and nobody else has the capability to do it," he said. Trump takes credit for US military The US president also praised the strength of the American military, saying it had been built during his first term and was now being deployed more extensively than he had anticipated. "We are using it (the military) a little more than we thought," Trump said, while also referring to Venezuela and oil production, adding that the United States had "paid for that war many times over." CENTCOM claims naval blockade success Meanwhile, the US Central Command (CENTCOM) said it had intensified maritime operations against Iran. According to CENTCOM, since resuming its naval blockade against Iran nine days ago, US forces have redirected 12 commercial vessels and disabled one vessel to prevent ships from entering or leaving Iranian ports and coastal areas.

US President Donald Trump said Iran would "never" be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons, accusing Tehran of harbouring "evil intentions", while Secretary of State Marco Rubio warned the country would continue to "pay a very heavy price" as tensions escalated.

Trump warns Iran has 'evil intentions', vows it will 'never' get nuclear weapons

President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is considering ordering a “bigger than ever before” attack on Iran and added it seemed to him that the Iranian regime “haven’t received enough pain yet.”&nbsp;“I am considering a massive attack. Bigger than ever before. I am close to making a decision. We are all set for it,” Trump said in an interview with Axios, adding that he believed Iran’s leaders “want to negotiate”, but aren’t yet ready to make a deal.&nbsp;“They haven’t received enough pain yet,” Trump said further.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump also acknowledged that such a decision would have consequences and stressed he hasn’t made a determination yet, and he did not give any deadline for his decision.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/iran-flew-irgc-men-advisers-and-military-gear-to-yemen-to-bolster-houthis-for-red-sea-blockade-sources-1784820749435">Iran flew IRGC men, advisers and military gear to Yemen, bolstered Houthis for Red Sea blockade: Sources</a>&nbsp;The US president also warned in a social media post that Iran and its Houthi allies would both face “major military punishment” if the Yemeni rebels repeat their attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea.&nbsp;Replying to a query, Trump said that Israel would join US military action “in two minutes if I ask them to,” but added that “we don’t need anybody” to launch expanded operations against Iran.&nbsp;&nbsp;The escalation over the last few days has caused oil prices to eclipse $100 per barrel.&nbsp;&nbsp;The US has been escalating its attacks over the past 12 days in an effort to stop Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has also intensified attacks in the region.&nbsp;The attacks by the Houthi rebels in Yemen on Saudi ships in the Red Sea threaten to cripple another critical oil shipping route and disrupt the global energy market again.Meanwhile, Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants to attend the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s wake in Washington next week.“Relations with Bibi are very good. I would meet with him if he is here,” Trump said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-says-us-will-hold-iran-responsible-for-houthi-attacks-on-ships-in-red-sea-1784813106940">Trump says US will hold Iran responsible for Houthi attacks on ships in Red Sea</a><h2>UK withdraws remaining diplomats from Iran</h2>&nbsp;Britain’s government said on Thursday that it has withdrawn all remaining diplomatic staff from Tehran as the conflict between Iran and the US escalates.&nbsp;“Due to the security situation, UK staff have been temporarily withdrawn from Iran. Our embassy continues to operate remotely,” the foreign office said on its website.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/standing-invitation-sent-four-proposals-centre-invites-cjp-again-for-talks-1784801202195">‘Standing invitation, sent four proposals’: Centre invites CJP again for talks</a>&nbsp;Britain withdrew its embassy staff from Iran in June after a similar move by other European nations, Australia and New Zealand as Israel launched renewed airstrikes on Iran, claiming the Islamic Republic was on the verge of developing a nuclear weapon.The foreign office said it “advises against all travel to Iran”.&nbsp;&nbsp;“If you are a British national already in Iran, either resident or visitor, carefully consider your presence there and the risks you take by staying," the statement said.

President Donald Trump warned on Thursday that Iran and its Houthi allies would both face “major military punishment” if the Yemeni rebels repeat their attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. The escalation over the last few days has caused oil prices to eclipse $100 per barrel.

President Donald Trump said on Thursday that he is considering ordering a “bigger than ever before” attack on Iran and added it seemed to him that the Iranian regime “haven’t received enough pain yet.” “I am considering a massive attack. Bigger than ever before. I am close to making a decision. We are all set for it,” Trump said in an interview with Axios, adding that he believed Iran’s leaders “want to negotiate”, but aren’t yet ready to make a deal. “They haven’t received enough pain yet,” Trump said further. Trump also acknowledged that such a decision would have consequences and stressed he hasn’t made a determination yet, and he did not give any deadline for his decision. Also Read: Iran flew IRGC men, advisers and military gear to Yemen, bolstered Houthis for Red Sea blockade: Sources The US president also warned in a social media post that Iran and its Houthi allies would both face “major military punishment” if the Yemeni rebels repeat their attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. Replying to a query, Trump said that Israel would join US military action “in two minutes if I ask them to,” but added that “we don’t need anybody” to launch expanded operations against Iran. The escalation over the last few days has caused oil prices to eclipse $100 per barrel. The US has been escalating its attacks over the past 12 days in an effort to stop Iranian attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has also intensified attacks in the region. The attacks by the Houthi rebels in Yemen on Saudi ships in the Red Sea threaten to cripple another critical oil shipping route and disrupt the global energy market again. Meanwhile, Trump said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wants to attend the late Senator Lindsey Graham’s wake in Washington next week. “Relations with Bibi are very good. I would meet with him if he is here,” Trump said. Also Read: Trump says US will hold Iran responsible for Houthi attacks on ships in Red Sea UK withdraws remaining diplomats from Iran Britain’s government said on Thursday that it has withdrawn all remaining diplomatic staff from Tehran as the conflict between Iran and the US escalates. “Due to the security situation, UK staff have been temporarily withdrawn from Iran. Our embassy continues to operate remotely,” the foreign office said on its website. Also Read: ‘Standing invitation, sent four proposals’: Centre invites CJP again for talks Britain withdrew its embassy staff from Iran in June after a similar move by other European nations, Australia and New Zealand as Israel launched renewed airstrikes on Iran, claiming the Islamic Republic was on the verge of developing a nuclear weapon. The foreign office said it “advises against all travel to Iran”. “If you are a British national already in Iran, either resident or visitor, carefully consider your presence there and the risks you take by staying," the statement said.

President Donald Trump warned on Thursday that Iran and its Houthi allies would both face “major military punishment” if the Yemeni rebels repeat their attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. The escalation over the last few days has caused oil prices to eclipse $100 per barrel.

Trump says he’s mulling ‘a massive, bigger than ever before’ attack on Iran

US President Donald Trump and his administration have often referred to the 47th American president as the "peace president". Trump has also actively and repeatedly campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize.&nbsp;A White House fact sheet from February stated, "Through bold actions rooted in peace through strength, President Trump has ended conflicts, dismantled threats."&nbsp;However, the "peace president", who returned to the White House in January last year, is reportedly considering launching an attack against an eighth country.&nbsp;After ordering strikes in Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Somalia, Syria, Venezuela and Yemen, Donald Trump is reportedly considering an attack against Mali.&nbsp;According to a Wall Street Journal report, the Trump administration is considering a strike against the Al-Qaeda-linked group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, or JNIM.&nbsp;The group, which was created in 2017, has claimed responsibility for a series of deadly attacks and kidnappings across West African countries. It also claimed responsibility for a major attack at an airport in Niger's capital last month, while conducting fuel blockades and sieges across Mali.&nbsp;https://www.wionews.com/videos/will-trump-attack-mali-next-1784826733141/embed&nbsp;JNIM has also launched a series of attacks on Mali's capital and killed the country's defence minister in a suicide attack.&nbsp;But is launching strikes against JNIM perhaps the only reason behind the possible US action? The short answer is no.&nbsp;Mali is one of the largest gold-producing nations in Africa and also contains large lithium deposits, making the country's natural resources lucrative for many foreign countries.&nbsp;Most importantly, Mali is part of a growing alliance of military-controlled governments, including Burkina Faso and Niger, that have largely cut Western ties and turned to Russian mercenaries for security. This shift came especially after recent military coups ousted their democratically elected leaders.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/india-invites-bangladesh-pm-tarique-rahman-to-brics-summit-1784816990980">India invites Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to BRICS Summit</a>&nbsp;Mali is also part of the Sahel region in Africa, a 5,000-kilometre semi-arid transitional belt that separates the Sahara Desert to the north from the humid savannas to the south. The US has been actively working in the region to counter Russia and China's growing security and economic footprint.Earlier this month, Russia reportedly sent massive shipments of heavy weapons and military hardware to the military junta in Mali in its fight against JNIM.&nbsp;The US administration has been urging Sahel countries and other coastal West African governments to purchase US equipment and services to support their war efforts against militants.&nbsp;Last year, the Trump administration reportedly began increasing intelligence sharing and military support to the coup-ruled governments of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. The deal reportedly gave the US greater access to each of the countries' natural minerals in return.&nbsp;However, the possibility of attacking Mali is not straightforward.&nbsp;For one, the Trump administration is reportedly split over the issue. Experts have also warned that any direct US military involvement in Mali carries the risk of hostilities with Russian forces in the region.Any US strikes could also potentially result in JNIM targeting Americans in the region, which the group has reportedly not done so far.&nbsp;Whether the Trump administration will go ahead with launching strikes in Mali or work out a similar deal as the one with the Nigerian government, which resulted in US strikes that killed one of the Islamic State's top leaders, remains to be seen.&nbsp;One thing is clear, however. The Sahel region is increasingly becoming a major factor in the struggle for global dominance.

The Trump administration is reportedly considering strikes against the Al-Qaeda linked JNIM in Mali, a move that could deepen US involvement in the resource-rich Sahel region while risking confrontation with Russian forces and retaliation against Americans.

US President Donald Trump and his administration have often referred to the 47th American president as the "peace president". Trump has also actively and repeatedly campaigned for the Nobel Peace Prize. A White House fact sheet from February stated, "Through bold actions rooted in peace through strength, President Trump has ended conflicts, dismantled threats." However, the "peace president", who returned to the White House in January last year, is reportedly considering launching an attack against an eighth country. After ordering strikes in Iran, Iraq, Nigeria, Somalia, Syria, Venezuela and Yemen, Donald Trump is reportedly considering an attack against Mali. According to a Wall Street Journal report, the Trump administration is considering a strike against the Al-Qaeda-linked group Jama'at Nusrat al-Islam wal-Muslimin, or JNIM. The group, which was created in 2017, has claimed responsibility for a series of deadly attacks and kidnappings across West African countries. It also claimed responsibility for a major attack at an airport in Niger's capital last month, while conducting fuel blockades and sieges across Mali. https://www.wionews.com/videos/will-trump-attack-mali-next-1784826733141/embed JNIM has also launched a series of attacks on Mali's capital and killed the country's defence minister in a suicide attack. But is launching strikes against JNIM perhaps the only reason behind the possible US action? The short answer is no. Mali is one of the largest gold-producing nations in Africa and also contains large lithium deposits, making the country's natural resources lucrative for many foreign countries. Most importantly, Mali is part of a growing alliance of military-controlled governments, including Burkina Faso and Niger, that have largely cut Western ties and turned to Russian mercenaries for security. This shift came especially after recent military coups ousted their democratically elected leaders. Also Read: India invites Bangladesh PM Tarique Rahman to BRICS Summit Mali is also part of the Sahel region in Africa, a 5,000-kilometre semi-arid transitional belt that separates the Sahara Desert to the north from the humid savannas to the south. The US has been actively working in the region to counter Russia and China's growing security and economic footprint. Earlier this month, Russia reportedly sent massive shipments of heavy weapons and military hardware to the military junta in Mali in its fight against JNIM. The US administration has been urging Sahel countries and other coastal West African governments to purchase US equipment and services to support their war efforts against militants. Last year, the Trump administration reportedly began increasing intelligence sharing and military support to the coup-ruled governments of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger. The deal reportedly gave the US greater access to each of the countries' natural minerals in return. However, the possibility of attacking Mali is not straightforward. For one, the Trump administration is reportedly split over the issue. Experts have also warned that any direct US military involvement in Mali carries the risk of hostilities with Russian forces in the region. Any US strikes could also potentially result in JNIM targeting Americans in the region, which the group has reportedly not done so far. Whether the Trump administration will go ahead with launching strikes in Mali or work out a similar deal as the one with the Nigerian government, which resulted in US strikes that killed one of the Islamic State's top leaders, remains to be seen. One thing is clear, however. The Sahel region is increasingly becoming a major factor in the struggle for global dominance.

The Trump administration is reportedly considering strikes against the Al-Qaeda linked JNIM in Mali, a move that could deepen US involvement in the resource-rich Sahel region while risking confrontation with Russian forces and retaliation against Americans.

Will Trump attack Mali next? | Gravitas

President Donald Trump on Thursday (July 23) made Saudi Arabia's normalisation of ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords a condition for implementing a landmark civilian nuclear deal between Washington and Riyadh.&nbsp;The agreement to establish a civilian nuclear programme in Saudi Arabia "will be approved, but is totally subject to Saudi Arabia joining the very respected and successful Abraham Accords," Trump said on his Truth Social platform.&nbsp;The US president stressed that Saudi Arabia would not be permitted to enrich nuclear material under the agreement, which would be limited to non-military uses.&nbsp;“The Civil Nuclear Deal (There will be no enrichment of material!) being made between the United States Department of Energy and Saudi Arabia, which pertains only to non-military use such as the ones that Iran and UAE (and others) already have,” he said.&nbsp;The United States brokered the Abraham Accords during Trump's first term as part of efforts to strengthen ties between Israel and Arab countries.&nbsp;Saudi Arabia held tentative discussions on normalising relations with Israel in 2023. However, the kingdom halted the talks after the Gaza war began.&nbsp;Riyadh has maintained that it will not recognise Israel without the establishment of an independent Palestinian state.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/google-hit-with-1-billion-european-union-fine-what-lies-behind-brussels-massive-penalty-1784805494262">Google hit with $1 billion European Union fine: What lies behind Brussels' massive penalty?</a>&nbsp;Trump's remarks came a day after Washington and Riyadh announced a landmark agreement to create a civilian nuclear programme in Saudi Arabia. Critics, however, have raised concerns that the deal could open the way for uranium enrichment and trigger an atomic arms race.&nbsp;The development comes as the United States remains engaged in an escalating war with Iran that has spilt into wider parts of West Asia, including Saudi Arabia. The White House has repeatedly said the war aims to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons. Iran, however, has repeatedly maintained that its nuclear programme is intended for energy production.&nbsp;The United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Morocco have signed the Abraham Accords, establishing diplomatic, economic and security ties with Israel. Sudan is the fourth country involved in the agreement but has yet to formalise relations.&nbsp;Non-Arab Kazakhstan, which already recognises Israel, agreed to join the Abraham Accords last November.

Donald Trump said Saudi Arabia must recognise Israel and join the Abraham Accords, a US-brokered agreement aimed at establishing diplomatic ties between Israel and Arab countries, to secure a landmark civilian nuclear deal with the United States.

President Donald Trump on Thursday (July 23) made Saudi Arabia's normalisation of ties with Israel under the Abraham Accords a condition for implementing a landmark civilian nuclear deal between Washington and Riyadh. The agreement to establish a civilian nuclear programme in Saudi Arabia "will be approved, but is totally subject to Saudi Arabia joining the very respected and successful Abraham Accords," Trump said on his Truth Social platform. The US president stressed that Saudi Arabia would not be permitted to enrich nuclear material under the agreement, which would be limited to non-military uses. “The Civil Nuclear Deal (There will be no enrichment of material!) being made between the United States Department of Energy and Saudi Arabia, which pertains only to non-military use such as the ones that Iran and UAE (and others) already have,” he said. The United States brokered the Abraham Accords during Trump's first term as part of efforts to strengthen ties between Israel and Arab countries. Saudi Arabia held tentative discussions on normalising relations with Israel in 2023. However, the kingdom halted the talks after the Gaza war began. Riyadh has maintained that it will not recognise Israel without the establishment of an independent Palestinian state. Also Read: Google hit with $1 billion European Union fine: What lies behind Brussels' massive penalty? Trump's remarks came a day after Washington and Riyadh announced a landmark agreement to create a civilian nuclear programme in Saudi Arabia. Critics, however, have raised concerns that the deal could open the way for uranium enrichment and trigger an atomic arms race. The development comes as the United States remains engaged in an escalating war with Iran that has spilt into wider parts of West Asia, including Saudi Arabia. The White House has repeatedly said the war aims to prevent Tehran from developing nuclear weapons. Iran, however, has repeatedly maintained that its nuclear programme is intended for energy production. The United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Morocco have signed the Abraham Accords, establishing diplomatic, economic and security ties with Israel. Sudan is the fourth country involved in the agreement but has yet to formalise relations. Non-Arab Kazakhstan, which already recognises Israel, agreed to join the Abraham Accords last November.

Donald Trump said Saudi Arabia must recognise Israel and join the Abraham Accords, a US-brokered agreement aimed at establishing diplomatic ties between Israel and Arab countries, to secure a landmark civilian nuclear deal with the United States.

Saudi Arabia must join Abraham Accords to normalise ties with Israel for nuclear deal with US: Trump

President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the US will hold Iran responsible for future Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea after the Tehran-backed militant group claimed to have struck two Saudi oil tankers.Trump also warned of inflicting major military punishment upon Iran and the Houthis if the attacks happen again.Trump’s warning comes as Yemen’s Houthis threaten to open up a new front in the Middle East conflict as the US completed its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran.&nbsp;Trump said in a Truth Social post that the US attacked the Houthis “very powerfully” a year ago for disrupting global trade by shooting ships.&nbsp;“Since that time, and during our conflict with Iran, they have acted very responsibly. Unfortunately, now they are starting up again, shooting at two Saudi Arabian ships last night,” Trump wrote in the post.&nbsp;“Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if they do this again, the U.S. will hold Iran responsible, in that the Houthis are a Surrogate and/or Proxy of Iran, and major military punishment will be inflicted upon Iran and, of course, the Houthis, themselves, who I am very disappointed with in that they have, until now, acted very professionally and smart,” he added.&nbsp;

&nbsp;&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/ceo-selection-to-take-time-faith-of-devotees-remains-unwavering-ram-temple-trust-1784748938634">‘CEO selection to take time; faith of devotees remains unwavering’: Ram Temple Trust</a>&nbsp;Yemen’s Houthis said on Wednesday that they had targeted two Saudi oil tankers, named Encelia and Layla, with drones and missiles for allegedly violating their maritime blockade. The attack was the first since the militant group announced a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia.&nbsp;The state-run Saudi Press Agency, or SPA, confirmed the Encelia was targeted while transiting the Red Sea, resulting in a fire at the bow of the vessel. Citing an unnamed official from the Transport General Authority, the agency reported all crew were safe and described the attack as a violation of international law. The SPA did not provide an update on the Layla tanker.&nbsp;United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations, or UKMTO, also reported Wednesday that an “unknown projectile” struck a Saudi oil tanker about 130 kilometres (80 miles) from the coastal town of Al Shuqaiq in Saudi Arabia. UKMTO said the incident resulted in a fire onboard and reported no casualties.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/standing-invitation-sent-four-proposals-centre-invites-cjp-again-for-talks-1784801202195">‘Standing invitation, sent four proposals’: Centre invites CJP again for talks</a>&nbsp;Meanwhile, US Central Command said that American forces completed another round of attacks against Iran overnight, hitting military targets including maritime capabilities, missile and drone storage facilities, and air defence assets.&nbsp;“The strikes further degrade Iran’s ability to attack civilian mariners and commercial vessels,” Centcom said in a statement.&nbsp;It added that US forces have targeted dozens of Iranian military sites on land this month while resuming a blockade against the Islamic Republic at sea. As of Thursday evening, Centcom said it had redirected nine commercial vessels and disabled one to prevent ships from entering or departing Iranian ports.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/oppn-using-students-as-political-tools-creating-manufactured-sense-of-anger-rajnath-singh-1784716925229">‘Oppn using students as political tools, creating ‘manufactured sense of anger’: Rajnath Singh</a><h2>‘Iran is still not ready to make a deal’: Rubio</h2>&nbsp;US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told reporters on Thursday that Iran is still not ready to make a deal — “at least not one they are willing to live by.”“They are going to continue to pay a price and every night the price gets higher and higher and higher,” Rubio said.Asked for his reaction to Houthi-claimed attacks on two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, Rubio said: “I hope that they will stop. They shouldn’t really do that. They got suckered into this by the Iranians.”&nbsp;<h2>Brent North Sea oil price hits $100</h2>&nbsp;The price of the benchmark international oil contract, Brent North Sea, reached $100 a barrel in trading on Thursday after Yemen’s Houthi rebels struck oil tankers in the Red Sea.&nbsp;Brent soared more than six per cent to hit the $100 level, as the attacks potentially opened a new front in the Middle East war with President Donald Trump threatening the rebels with “major military punishment”.&nbsp;The main US oil contract, West Texas Intermediate, rallied 5.0 percent to $91.19 a barrel.

Yemen’s Houthis said on Wednesday that they had targeted two Saudi oil tankers, named Encelia and Layla, with drones and missiles for allegedly violating their maritime blockade. The attack was the first since the militant group announced a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia.

President Donald Trump on Thursday said that the US will hold Iran responsible for future Houthi attacks on shipping in the Red Sea after the Tehran-backed militant group claimed to have struck two Saudi oil tankers. Trump also warned of inflicting major military punishment upon Iran and the Houthis if the attacks happen again. Trump’s warning comes as Yemen’s Houthis threaten to open up a new front in the Middle East conflict as the US completed its 12th consecutive night of strikes on Iran. Trump said in a Truth Social post that the US attacked the Houthis “very powerfully” a year ago for disrupting global trade by shooting ships. “Since that time, and during our conflict with Iran, they have acted very responsibly. Unfortunately, now they are starting up again, shooting at two Saudi Arabian ships last night,” Trump wrote in the post. “Please let this TRUTH serve to represent that if they do this again, the U.S. will hold Iran responsible, in that the Houthis are a Surrogate and/or Proxy of Iran, and major military punishment will be inflicted upon Iran and, of course, the Houthis, themselves, who I am very disappointed with in that they have, until now, acted very professionally and smart,” he added.

Yemen’s Houthis said on Wednesday that they had targeted two Saudi oil tankers, named Encelia and Layla, with drones and missiles for allegedly violating their maritime blockade. The attack was the first since the militant group announced a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia.

Trump says US will hold Iran responsible for Houthi attacks on ships in Red Sea

President Donald Trump has declared that Iran is "not ready" to make a deal, while warning that the United States would destroy Iranian infrastructure if attacks on shipping in the Strait of Hormuz continue.
Iran's military responded with a sharp warning, saying any U.S. strike on critical infrastructure would trigger attacks on regional oil, gas, electricity, and economic facilities, while vowing to halt oil exports entirely.

Trump Warns Iran: No Deal, More Strikes If Hormuz Attacks Continue | Oil Crisis Escalates

West Asia tensions continue to intensify as Iran claims control over the Strait of Hormuz and halts multiple oil tankers while a Saudi-linked tanker catches fire after an attack in the Red Sea. US President Donald Trump says Iran is not yet ready for a deal but believes Tehran will eventually agree to negotiations. Meanwhile, the United States and Saudi Arabia sign a landmark civilian nuclear cooperation agreement with safeguards against proliferation.

In Europe, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky discusses renewed peace efforts with US officials. In Africa, at least 21 people are killed in fresh attacks in Nigeria's Zamfara State. In business, Alphabet surpasses market expectations as Google Cloud and AI drive strong revenue growth, prompting a significant increase in capital spending for 2026.

Stay tuned for the latest international news, geopolitics, business updates, and breaking developments from around the world.

Iran Blocks Strait of Hormuz | Saudi Tanker hit in Red Sea | Trump says Iran will agree to deal 

US President Donald Trump has once again accused China of interfering in the 2020 US Presidential Election, claiming Beijing obtained American voter data and attempted to influence the election. Speaking at the White House, Trump said the alleged interference happened "a long time ago" but confirmed that the United States would raise the issue with China. The remarks come just ahead of the expected Xi Jinping visit to Washington, as US Secretary of State Marco Rubio met China's top diplomat in Manila to prepare the groundwork for high-level talks. However, Rubio reportedly did not raise Trump's election interference allegations during the meeting, instead focusing on Iran, trade, fentanyl trafficking, and broader US-China relations.

Trump accuses China of 2020 Election Interference again | Xi Visit, Rubio talks & US-China tensions

The Middle East conflict has entered another dangerous phase as the United States launched its 12th consecutive night of strikes targeting Iranian military infrastructure. President Donald Trump declared that Iran is "not ready to make a deal," while insisting Tehran will eventually agree under mounting military pressure.

Meanwhile, Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed responsibility for attacks on Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea, intensifying fears over global shipping routes and energy security. Kuwait reported intercepting hostile drones, while the US House approved a $95 billion budget package supporting operations linked to the Iran conflict. The United States and Saudi Arabia also signed a landmark civil nuclear cooperation agreement. In South America, mass protests erupted in Argentina against President Javier Milei's austerity measures, while Tesla missed Wall Street expectations despite billion-dollar profits.

US hits Iran for 12th night | Trump says Iran not ready for deal | Houthis strike Saudi tankers

Donald Trump has sent shockwaves through west asia triggering fears of widespread havoc. With the US President threatening to attack an Iran nuclear site, and Iran promising a major retaliation if the attack happens, what happens if these threats turn into action?


Trump's 'very heavy' attack on Iran nuclear site could spread nuclear havoc in Gulf

The US-Iran conflict has entered a dangerous new phase as American forces carried out their 11th consecutive night of strikes on Iranian military targets. Iran responded with fresh regional attacks while tensions spread across Jordan, Kuwait, Bahrain, and the Strait of Hormuz. US President Donald Trump warned that Washington is "not finished" with Iran and threatened further strikes on fortified nuclear facilities. Meanwhile, the Houthis' blockade threats and disruptions to global shipping continue raising fears of a wider regional war and an energy crisis.


US-Iran war escalates: Trump warns more strikes as Hormuz Crisis deepens | West Asia War

Trump Media and Technology Group has launched Truth API, a paid data service offering Wall Street trading firms millisecond-fast access to posts from some of the most influential accounts on Truth Social, including President Donald Trump’s account. The service, reportedly priced at around $100,000 per month for premium access, has sparked debate over whether early access to presidential posts could provide an advantage to investors before market reactions occur.

Trump Media Faces Backlash As Truth API Turns Presidential Posts Into A Business Model | US News 

Someone who looked just like Donald Trump was seen standing behind the US President in video footage shot in front of Air Force One. Jon Stewart pointed it out on The Daily Show and asked whether there could be a "backup Trump". He played visuals of Trump speaking with reporters during a segment on the World Cup final. This time, it wasn't what Trump said that made for content, but a figure looking in the background. The man resembled Trump in height, build, a navy blue suit, hair, the way he stood, and in pretty much every other way.&nbsp;Expressing shock at this person, a baffled Stewart asks, "What’s up with the guy behind Trump? Can we see that again? Can you bring that out? Who the f**k is this guy? Who in the world is it? Oh my God! Is that a backup Trump?"&nbsp;He continues to express his disbelief. &nbsp;“Wait, what? Wait, who? What? Is that a back-up Trump or is that Trump?” He even asks, "Wait, is the one we’ve been dealing with back-up Trump or is that Trump?!"&nbsp;Who this person was remains a mystery, although there are a few speculations. Some say that it could be Melania Trump's father, Viktor Knavs, who was present during the World Cup finals.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Footage of President Trump is going viral as people notice who is behind him <a href="https://t.co/B8stpOwJdI">pic.twitter.com/B8stpOwJdI</a>&mdash; Matt Wallace (@MattWallace888) <a href="https://x.com/MattWallace888/status/2079619987535544818?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 21, 2026</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.x.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump's refusal to leave podium grabs limelight</h2>Trump remained the centre of attention in the show, and Stewart brought up how the president lingered on the stage after presenting the trophy to Spain. “What the f*** are you doing on the stage?” Stewart said. “It’s for the players…Why must everything be tainted by the overinflated ego of Cankles Muldoon? Why?”Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/fifa-2026-watch-trump-booed-during-argentia-vs-spain-final-trophy-ceremony-1784521329686">US President Trump booed during Argentina vs Spain final trophy ceremony - Watch</a>&nbsp;The 80-year-old's photo of standing in the corner on the stage as the champions celebrate has drawn a lot of attention. Another photo shows him standing with FIFA President Gianni Infantino on the ground next to the podium, with the latter pointing and telling him something.<h2>Trump's bizarre “2026 FIFA greater than any FIFA” comment</h2>Stewart also mocked his bizarre “four times greater than any FIFA ever held" remarks about the 2026 edition. “What’s a FIFA? How do you hold a FIFA? How could our FIFA be four times greater than any other FIFA?” Stewart said, taking a jab at Trump.

Donald Trump body double? While Donald Trump was speaking with reporters, a man in a navy blue suit was seen behind him who looked almost identical to him. Jon Stewart asked who he was, suggesting we could have been dealing with backup Trump.

Someone who looked just like Donald Trump was seen standing behind the US President in video footage shot in front of Air Force One. Jon Stewart pointed it out on The Daily Show and asked whether there could be a "backup Trump". He played visuals of Trump speaking with reporters during a segment on the World Cup final. This time, it wasn't what Trump said that made for content, but a figure looking in the background. The man resembled Trump in height, build, a navy blue suit, hair, the way he stood, and in pretty much every other way. Expressing shock at this person, a baffled Stewart asks, "What’s up with the guy behind Trump? Can we see that again? Can you bring that out? Who the f**k is this guy? Who in the world is it? Oh my God! Is that a backup Trump?" He continues to express his disbelief. “Wait, what? Wait, who? What? Is that a back-up Trump or is that Trump?” He even asks, "Wait, is the one we’ve been dealing with back-up Trump or is that Trump?!" Who this person was remains a mystery, although there are a few speculations. Some say that it could be Melania Trump's father, Viktor Knavs, who was present during the World Cup finals.

Donald Trump body double? While Donald Trump was speaking with reporters, a man in a navy blue suit was seen behind him who looked almost identical to him. Jon Stewart asked who he was, suggesting we could have been dealing with backup Trump.

'Is that a back-up Trump?' Mysterious look-alike standing behind Donald Trump baffles netizens

U.S. President Donald Trump is once again at the center of online speculation after videos appearing to show him nodding off during official meetings went viral. Critics have questioned the president’s alertness, while the White House and Secretary of State Marco Rubio dismissed the claims, insisting the clips are being misinterpreted. The renewed debate comes as Trump’s fitness and stamina continue to draw public attention.

Trump dozing videos go viral again as White House rejects claims about President’s alertness

US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday (Jul 21) a sweeping, phased tariff structure on imported generic drugs, setting a two-year countdown before duties skyrocket to 200 per cent. The policy aims to force pharmaceutical companies to reshore manufacturing facilities directly onto American soil.Writing on his Truth Social platform, Trump laid out a timeline giving generic medicine manufacturers a temporary zero-tariff window to establish production plants within the United States. He said, "Effective August 1st, 2026, all Generic Drugs being brought into the United States will continue to have a TARIFF of ZERO PERCENT for a two year period of time, after which the TARIFF will be raised to 100% for a one year period of time, and 200% thereafter."

<h2>How it will impact India</h2>The phased tariff structure, Trump said, is explicitly designed as an ultimatum to international drug manufacturers to invest in domestic American infrastructure or face severe financial penalties. "This is done in order to RESHORE Generic Pharmaceutical Production into America, with a penalty to those Companies that decide not to build Plant and Equipment within the stated period of time given to them," Trump added. "The objective of this Policy is to protect the people of the United States."

The escalation poses a significant long-term challenge to foreign export hubs, particularly India. Notably, Indian pharmaceutical manufacturers supply roughly 40% of all generic drugs consumed in the United States by volume.<h2>"Pharmacy of the World"</h2>India is widely dubbed the "Pharmacy of the World," holding over 3,000 US FDA-approved manufacturing plants. This is the highest number of US FDA-compliant facilities located outside of the United States. Noting this, at the USISPF India Leadership Summit in New Delhi in Oct 2024, Union Health Secretary Punya Salila Srivastava said, "The contribution of the Indian pharmaceutical industry is evidenced by the fact that India has the highest number of US FDA-approved pharmaceutical plants outside of the United States. This is 25 per cent of the total number of US FDA-approved pants outside of the US.."Indian generic drugs, she said "provided 219 billion USD savings to the US healthcare system in 2022 and a total of 1.3 trillion USD savings between 2013 and 2022".

US President Donald Trump has unveiled a phased tariff regime that will raise duties on imported generic drugs to 200% after three years, a move aimed at shifting pharmaceutical manufacturing to the US and one that could significantly affect India's generic drug exports.

US President Donald Trump announced on Tuesday (Jul 21) a sweeping, phased tariff structure on imported generic drugs, setting a two-year countdown before duties skyrocket to 200 per cent. The policy aims to force pharmaceutical companies to reshore manufacturing facilities directly onto American soil. Writing on his Truth Social platform, Trump laid out a timeline giving generic medicine manufacturers a temporary zero-tariff window to establish production plants within the United States. He said, "Effective August 1st, 2026, all Generic Drugs being brought into the United States will continue to have a TARIFF of ZERO PERCENT for a two year period of time, after which the TARIFF will be raised to 100% for a one year period of time, and 200% thereafter."

US President Donald Trump has unveiled a phased tariff regime that will raise duties on imported generic drugs to 200% after three years, a move aimed at shifting pharmaceutical manufacturing to the US and one that could significantly affect India's generic drug exports.

Trump announces 200% tariff on generic drugs: Here's what it means for 'Pharmacy of the World' India

President Donald Trump’s standing among rural Americans has turned positive for the first time in months, according to new polling, marking a notable reversal just weeks after a sharp deterioration in one of his most reliable voter blocs.

Trump’s approval rating among rural voters moved back into positive territory in July 2026 after months of decline, according to Harvard CAPS/Harris polling.

Donald Trump heading for a tough midterm elections as approval ratings fall

Spain's World Cup triumph was overshadowed by controversy after U.S. President Donald Trump became a major talking point during the post-match celebrations.

The politician, who attended the final and took part in the trophy presentation alongside FIFA president Gianni Infantino, drew widespread attention for remaining close to Spain's players as they celebrated their victory.

US president scores another 'self-goal' at FIFA world cup final

The Trump administration is preparing fresh tariffs targeting dozens of countries as President Donald Trump's temporary global tariffs are set to expire this week, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Tuesday (July 21).&nbsp;The new tariffs will target around 60 trading partners over their alleged failure to take action against forced labour, as the administration seeks to rebuild Trump's trade agenda following legal setbacks.&nbsp;"The US has laws to prohibit trading goods with forced labour. Other countries, most don't have a law; those that do don't really enforce it," Greer was quoted as saying by CNBC.&nbsp;Greer declined to provide a specific timeline for the new measures, saying he must first brief Congress and other stakeholders.&nbsp;“I can’t really specify a timeline right now. I have a responsibility to brief Congress and other stakeholders before I really reveal that kind of thing,” Greer noted as per CNBC.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-kaha-le-jaa-rahe-ho-police-bhai-akhilesh-yadav-detained-outside-pm-s-residence-1784644969182">Watch | 'Kaha le jaa rahe ho police bhai?': Akhilesh Yadav detained outside PM's residence</a>&nbsp;Trump imposed a 10 per cent global tariff this year after the Supreme Court struck down a large part of his tariff programme in February. The levy is due to expire on Friday.&nbsp;Greer said the new action would cover the vast majority of US trade. However, the move could renew tensions with major US trading partners, including the European Union, China, Taiwan, Vietnam and Japan.&nbsp;The European Union has previously said it considers tariffs imposed on these grounds to be "unjustified."<h2>Trump administration expands trade pressure</h2>Trump has introduced several other tariffs and launched trade investigations as he seeks greater leverage in negotiations with US trading partners.&nbsp;A 25 per cent tariff on various Brazilian goods is set to take effect on Wednesday, while a 50 per cent tariff on many Canadian products will come into force on August 19.&nbsp;The administration has also launched trade probes into 16 trading partners over concerns about excess industrial capacity.&nbsp;Earlier on Monday, Washington announced a 50 per cent tariff on many Canadian products, with the measure set to take effect in 30 days. The move comes as US and Mexican officials intensify talks over the North American free trade pact.&nbsp;Greer will travel to Mexico from Wednesday to Friday for talks linked to the joint review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). &nbsp;

The Trump administration is preparing new tariffs targeting around 60 trading partners as the temporary 10% global import levy is set to expire on July 24, potentially escalating trade tensions with major US partners.

The Trump administration is preparing fresh tariffs targeting dozens of countries as President Donald Trump's temporary global tariffs are set to expire this week, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said on Tuesday (July 21). The new tariffs will target around 60 trading partners over their alleged failure to take action against forced labour, as the administration seeks to rebuild Trump's trade agenda following legal setbacks. "The US has laws to prohibit trading goods with forced labour. Other countries, most don't have a law; those that do don't really enforce it," Greer was quoted as saying by CNBC. Greer declined to provide a specific timeline for the new measures, saying he must first brief Congress and other stakeholders. “I can’t really specify a timeline right now. I have a responsibility to brief Congress and other stakeholders before I really reveal that kind of thing,” Greer noted as per CNBC. Also Read: Watch | 'Kaha le jaa rahe ho police bhai?': Akhilesh Yadav detained outside PM's residence Trump imposed a 10 per cent global tariff this year after the Supreme Court struck down a large part of his tariff programme in February. The levy is due to expire on Friday. Greer said the new action would cover the vast majority of US trade. However, the move could renew tensions with major US trading partners, including the European Union, China, Taiwan, Vietnam and Japan. The European Union has previously said it considers tariffs imposed on these grounds to be "unjustified." Trump administration expands trade pressure Trump has introduced several other tariffs and launched trade investigations as he seeks greater leverage in negotiations with US trading partners. A 25 per cent tariff on various Brazilian goods is set to take effect on Wednesday, while a 50 per cent tariff on many Canadian products will come into force on August 19. The administration has also launched trade probes into 16 trading partners over concerns about excess industrial capacity. Earlier on Monday, Washington announced a 50 per cent tariff on many Canadian products, with the measure set to take effect in 30 days. The move comes as US and Mexican officials intensify talks over the North American free trade pact. Greer will travel to Mexico from Wednesday to Friday for talks linked to the joint review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).

The Trump administration is preparing new tariffs targeting around 60 trading partners as the temporary 10% global import levy is set to expire on July 24, potentially escalating trade tensions with major US partners.

Trump administration prepares fresh tariffs as 10% global levy set to expire on July 24

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