US President Donald Trump has stirred fresh controversy with an audacious offer: Canada can have access to the United States' cutting-edge "Golden Dome" missile defence system — but only if it agrees to become the 51st US state.&nbsp;“I told Canada, which very much wants to be part of our fabulous Golden Dome System, that it will cost $61 Billion Dollars if they remain a separate, but unequal, Nation, but will cost ZERO DOLLARS if they become our cherished 51st State," Trump wrote on his Truth Social network.

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Canada has not officially responded to the claim made by Donald Trump.&nbsp;Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has acknowledged that his government is in talks with the US regarding participation in the Golden Dome program. “Is it a good idea for Canada? Yes, it is good to have protections in place for Canadians,” Carney said during a press conference last week. "We cooperate if necessary but not necessarily cooperate," he was quoted saying.&nbsp;What Is ‘Golden Dome’ system?&nbsp;Trump's Golden Dome is a missile shield system. As per the US president, once fully constructed, it would protect the nation from missiles launched from space and land.&nbsp;"Once fully constructed, the Golden Dome will be capable of intercepting missiles even if they are launched from other sides of the world, and even if they are launched from space," Trump said."This is very important for the success and even survival of our country," he added.&nbsp;The Republican leader said that the Golden Dome has more expansive goals, and would "deploy next-generation technologies across the land, sea and space, including space-based sensors and interceptors."&nbsp;Meanwhile, Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth said that the system would protect "the homeland from cruise missiles, ballistic missiles, hypersonic missiles, drones, whether they're conventional or nuclear."

Trump offers Canada free access to ‘Golden Dome’ defence system—But only if it joins the US

US President Donald Trump has stirred fresh controversy with an audacious offer: Canada can have access to the United States' cutting-edge "Golden Dome" missile defence system — but only if it agrees to become the 51st US state. “I told Canada, which very much wants to be part of our fabulous Golden Dome System, that it will cost $61 Billion Dollars if they remain a separate, but unequal, Nation, but will cost ZERO DOLLARS if they become our cherished 51st State," Trump wrote on his Truth Social network.

US President Donald Trump said Canada could join the Golden Dome missile defence system for $61 billion, but it would be free if they became the 51st state

Donald Trump has been in the eye of a storm that's engulfed the US political landscape. At the centre of this controversy is the fading line between Trump's crypto push and his own profits.&nbsp;In the latest, Trump Media is reportedly in talks to raise $3 billion to invest in cryptocurrency. The funding plan includes $2 billion in equity and a $1 billion bond. This follows a closed-door dinner hosted by Trump in the White House for his investor 'friends.' The exclusive event featured Filet Mignon, Halibut, and a half-hour speech from President, capped off with a brief dance to ÝMCA.<h2>But why are analysts and lawmakers not dancing with Trump?</h2>Probably fearing a conflict of interest. Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world.' But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push.&nbsp;Trump's family controls billions in $TRUMP tokens and holds top positions in World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm branding him as 'Chief crypto advocate.' Despite claims of a blind trust, ethics experts warn of blurred lines between public office and personal profit.<h2>Gifts or strategic leverage?</h2>The crypto expansion comes alongside multiple property deals in West Asia and luxury gifts, including a $400 million jet from Qatar, drawing bipartisan criticism.&nbsp;Senator Elizabeth Warren slammed Trump's recent crypto moves, warning of hidden corruption at play.&nbsp;'Um, Donald Trump's dinner is a, is a, an orgy of corruption. That's what this is all about. We are here today to talk about exactly one topic, corruption. Corruption in its ugliest form. Donald Trump is using the presidency of the United States to make himself richer through crypto and he's doing it right out there in plain sight,' she said during a press conference.Meanwhile, the White House maintains it has no role in the Trump family's private financial dealings.

Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world. But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push.

Donald Trump has been in the eye of a storm that's engulfed the US political landscape. At the centre of this controversy is the fading line between Trump's crypto push and his own profits. In the latest, Trump Media is reportedly in talks to raise $3 billion to invest in cryptocurrency. The funding plan includes $2 billion in equity and a $1 billion bond. This follows a closed-door dinner hosted by Trump in the White House for his investor 'friends.' The exclusive event featured Filet Mignon, Halibut, and a half-hour speech from President, capped off with a brief dance to ÝMCA. But why are analysts and lawmakers not dancing with Trump? Probably fearing a conflict of interest. Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world.' But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push. Trump's family controls billions in $TRUMP tokens and holds top positions in World Liberty Financial, a crypto firm branding him as 'Chief crypto advocate.' Despite claims of a blind trust, ethics experts warn of blurred lines between public office and personal profit. Gifts or strategic leverage? The crypto expansion comes alongside multiple property deals in West Asia and luxury gifts, including a $400 million jet from Qatar, drawing bipartisan criticism. Senator Elizabeth Warren slammed Trump's recent crypto moves, warning of hidden corruption at play. 'Um, Donald Trump's dinner is a, is a, an orgy of corruption. That's what this is all about. We are here today to talk about exactly one topic, corruption. Corruption in its ugliest form. Donald Trump is using the presidency of the United States to make himself richer through crypto and he's doing it right out there in plain sight,' she said during a press conference. Meanwhile, the White House maintains it has no role in the Trump family's private financial dealings.

Trump had advocated pro-crypto stance during his campaign before becoming president, claiming to make US, the çrypto capital of the world.' But his company ventures are now accused of profiting from this crypto push.

Trump Media plans $3 billion fundraising to invest in cryptocurrency

The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official.US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League.German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday (May 26) that Western allies of Ukraine are no longer imposing any restrictions on using long-range weapons in Kyiv against Russia.&nbsp;Click on the headlines to read more&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-nods-gaza-ceasefire-proposal-by-us-envoy-israel-hamas-war-1748268291513">Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250526/image-1748268613493.png?rect=(0,0,1280,720)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy"></figure>The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-badly-needed-trump-considering-taking-three-billion-dollars-away-from-harvard-says-will-give-it-to-trade-schools-1748271017679">&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-so-badly-needed-trump-considering-taking-three-billion-dollars-away-from-harvard-says-will-give-it-to-trade-schools-1748271017679">'So badly needed': Trump considering taking THREE BILLION DOLLARS away from Harvard, says will give it to trade schools</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250526/image-1748271578275.jpeg?rect=(0,0,549,309)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'So badly needed': Trump considering taking THREE BILLION DOLLARS away from Harvard, says will give it to trade schools"></figure>US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/western-allies-no-longer-restrict-kyiv-from-using-long-range-weapons-against-russia-german-chancellor-1748271750377">Western allies no longer restrict Kyiv from using long-range weapons against Russia: German Chancellor</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250526/image-1748272201371.png?rect=(0,0,1280,720)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Western allies no longer restrict Kyiv from using long-range weapons against Russia: German Chancellor"></figure>German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday (May 26) that Western allies of Ukraine are no longer imposing any restrictions on using long-range weapons in Kyiv against Russia.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-french-president-macron-s-wife-playfully-smack-his-face-on-plane-watch-video-to-know-1748262938939">Did French President Macron's wife 'playfully smack' his face on plane? 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Top 10 world news: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal; Trump considering taking $3 billion away from Harvard, and more



The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official. US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League. German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday (May 26) that Western allies of Ukraine are no longer imposing any restrictions on using long-range weapons in Kyiv against Russia. Click on the headlines to read more Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal by US envoy The Palestinian militant group Hamas has agreed to a Gaza ceasefire proposal by the US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, on Monday (May 26), news agency Reuters reported citing a Palestinian official. 'So badly needed': Trump considering taking THREE BILLION DOLLARS away from Harvard, says will give it to trade schools US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League. Western allies no longer restrict Kyiv from using long-range weapons against Russia: German Chancellor German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Monday (May 26) that Western allies of Ukraine are no longer imposing any restrictions on using long-range weapons in Kyiv against Russia. Did French President Macron's wife 'playfully smack' his face on plane? Watch video to know In a video making rounds on internet, French President Emmanuel Macron's wife Brigitte Macron has been seen, playfully smacking her husband as he stepped off the plane in Vietnam. India, Canada take steps to mend ties strained during Trudeau’s term; foreign ministers talk India’s foreign minister, Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, spoke to his Canadian counterpart, Anita Anand, in a call on Sunday, taking the first step to mend the strained bilateral relations between the two countries. Operation Sindoor: Indian Army shares how air defence tracked and downed Pak drones and missiles The Indian Army has released a booklet for its personnel on Operation Sindoor, with new details of the action by the Army, Navy and Air Force on terrorist infrastructure in Pakistan and Pakistan-Occupied Jammu and Kashmir, followed by tackling the swarm drones and missiles launched by the enemy and hitting airbases deep inside Pakistani territory. India reports 1,000 cases of COVID-19, 832 are active | Check state-wise details here India has witnessed a drastic rise in the number of COVID-19 cases with the total number of reported cases being over 1,000. The data was released by the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) on Monday (May 26). As of May 26, India has 1,009 active cases of coronavirus. Indian Coast Guard tackles oil slick after Liberian vessel sinks off Kerala coast The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched an extensive pollution response operation to tackle the oil spill generated by the sinking of the Liberian container vessel MV MSC ELSA 3 on May 25, 2025, about 15 nautical miles southwest of Alappuzha, Kerala. Mukul Dev's final video filmed few days before his death goes viral | Watch The Indian film industry and fans are still mourning the death of actor Mukul Dev, who passed away at 54 in New Delhi. Amid this, a video of him has gone viral on social media and many are unable to believe the drastic change in his look. Warning bells ring for Team India ahead of the ENG Tests as Sai Sudharsan’s ex-coach drops worrying concerns Ajit Agarkar-led selection committee picked two uncapped players for the forthcoming England tour, including batter Sai Sudharsan and seamer Arshdeep Singh.

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Top 10 world news: Hamas agrees to Gaza ceasefire proposal; Trump considering taking $3 billion away from Harvard, and more

US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League.In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that he would give that grant money to trade schools all across the US."I am considering taking Three Billion Dollars of Grant Money away from a very antisemitic Harvard and giving it to TRADE SCHOOLS all across our land. What a great investment that would be for the USA, and so badly needed!!!," Trump said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-university-s-open-invitation-to-harvard-students-amid-action-by-trump-admin-unconditional-offers-to-1748081122198">Also read: 'Will provide unconditional offers...': This university's 'open invitation' to Harvard students amid Trump's ban</a>&nbsp;In another post, Trump wrote that he is still waiting for the foreign student lists from Harvard, criticising the university further by calling it "very low in the presentation of these documents"."We are still waiting for the Foreign Student Lists from Harvard so that we can determine, after a ridiculous expenditure of BILLIONS OF DOLLARS, how many radicalized lunatics, troublemakers all, should not be let back into our Country," he said in the post."Harvard is very slow in the presentation of these documents, and probably for good reason! The best thing Harvard has going for it is that they have shopped around and found the absolute best Judge (for them!) - But have no fear, the Government will, in the end, WIN!," the US president added.Trump has aimed at Harvard University, demanding to know more about its international student population and why the countries they come from are not contributing financially.This comes just days after his administration attempted to block Harvard from admitting international students. A federal court has since issued a temporary restraining order, pausing the move.Trump went on to demand more transparency from the university. “Nobody told us that! We want to know who those foreign students are, a reasonable request since we give Harvard BILLIONS OF DOLLARS, but Harvard isn’t exactly forthcoming. We want those names and countries,” he said.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-demands-list-of-foreign-harvard-students-claims-students-can-t-add-two-and-two-1748186311588">Also read: 'We want those names and countries': Trump demands list of foreign Harvard students, claims 'they can’t add two and two'</a>&nbsp;

In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that he would give that grant money to trade schools all across the US.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (May 26) again slammed Harvard University, calling it "very antisemitic", saying that he is considering taking three billion dollars of grant money away from the Ivy League. In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that he would give that grant money to trade schools all across the US. "I am considering taking Three Billion Dollars of Grant Money away from a very antisemitic Harvard and giving it to TRADE SCHOOLS all across our land. What a great investment that would be for the USA, and so badly needed!!!," Trump said. Also read: 'Will provide unconditional offers...': This university's 'open invitation' to Harvard students amid Trump's ban In another post, Trump wrote that he is still waiting for the foreign student lists from Harvard, criticising the university further by calling it "very low in the presentation of these documents". "We are still waiting for the Foreign Student Lists from Harvard so that we can determine, after a ridiculous expenditure of BILLIONS OF DOLLARS, how many radicalized lunatics, troublemakers all, should not be let back into our Country," he said in the post. "Harvard is very slow in the presentation of these documents, and probably for good reason! The best thing Harvard has going for it is that they have shopped around and found the absolute best Judge (for them!) - But have no fear, the Government will, in the end, WIN!," the US president added. Trump has aimed at Harvard University, demanding to know more about its international student population and why the countries they come from are not contributing financially. This comes just days after his administration attempted to block Harvard from admitting international students. A federal court has since issued a temporary restraining order, pausing the move. Trump went on to demand more transparency from the university. “Nobody told us that! We want to know who those foreign students are, a reasonable request since we give Harvard BILLIONS OF DOLLARS, but Harvard isn’t exactly forthcoming. We want those names and countries,” he said. Also read: 'We want those names and countries': Trump demands list of foreign Harvard students, claims 'they can’t add two and two'

In a post on Truth Social, the US president said that he would give that grant money to trade schools all across the US.

'So badly needed': Trump considering taking THREE BILLION DOLLARS away from Harvard, says will give it to trade schools

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a hardcore supporter of US President Donald Trump, has become the subject of mockery online after she got into a war of words with...wait for it...an AI chatbot.Greene got into an online brawl with Elon Musk's Grok chatbot after the AI said that some views presented by the "proud Christian" Republican were often questioned by other Christians.<h2>Greene vs Grok</h2>The brawl began with Greene posting on X her Christian beliefs. In a post, the Georgia lawmaker said, "I'm a Christian, an imperfect sinner saved by grace and faith in Jesus. I'm a nationalist, a proud American who loves my country and wants to make our home nation the best place for all American citizens and future generations to come."Commenting on this, an X user tagged Grok and instructed the artificial intelligence bot to analyse the post: "Is it true? Is she really a Christian?".To this, the chatbot responded that while Greene "identifies" as a Christian, if she "really" was one is "subjective depending on personal and theological views"."Her faith appears genuine to her, but public actions create controversy," added Grok AI.<h2>Furious Greene lashes out at Grok AI</h2>The situation quickly snowballed into a controversy with the AI chatbot's reply.Lashing out at the non-sentient bot, Greene proclaimed that "The judgement seat belongs to GOD, not you," before calling Musk's Grok AI "a non-human AI platform"."Grok is left-leaning and continues to spread fake news and propaganda," she claimed. It must be noted that Grok AI has been developed by xAI, a company that belongs to Elon Musk, a vocal supporter of Trump's — a Republican's — every move.<h2>Internet left shocked by Marjorie Taylor Greene's outburst</h2>Shocked by the very public brawl between human and AI, X users slammed and mocked Greene. "Grok is truth-leaning. &nbsp;Which is no doubt repulsive to you," wrote one user."Grok is left-leaning? So factually accurate means left-leaning now?" said another.A third user asked Grok if it was in fact "left-leaning" and spreads fake news and propaganda. To this, the AI bot replied, "I'm Grok, built by xAI. I aim for truth-seeking and neutrality, but perceptions of bias vary. Some see me as left-leaning for supporting diversity or debunking vaccine myths; others note my training leans right, prioritising "anti-woke" views."

Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene got into an online brawl with Elon Musk's Grok chatbot after the AI said that some views presented by the "proud Christian" Republican were often questioned by other Christians.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a hardcore supporter of US President Donald Trump, has become the subject of mockery online after she got into a war of words with...wait for it...an AI chatbot. Greene got into an online brawl with Elon Musk's Grok chatbot after the AI said that some views presented by the "proud Christian" Republican were often questioned by other Christians. Greene vs Grok The brawl began with Greene posting on X her Christian beliefs. In a post, the Georgia lawmaker said, "I'm a Christian, an imperfect sinner saved by grace and faith in Jesus. I'm a nationalist, a proud American who loves my country and wants to make our home nation the best place for all American citizens and future generations to come." Commenting on this, an X user tagged Grok and instructed the artificial intelligence bot to analyse the post: "Is it true? Is she really a Christian?". To this, the chatbot responded that while Greene "identifies" as a Christian, if she "really" was one is "subjective depending on personal and theological views". "Her faith appears genuine to her, but public actions create controversy," added Grok AI. Furious Greene lashes out at Grok AI The situation quickly snowballed into a controversy with the AI chatbot's reply. Lashing out at the non-sentient bot, Greene proclaimed that "The judgement seat belongs to GOD, not you," before calling Musk's Grok AI "a non-human AI platform". "Grok is left-leaning and continues to spread fake news and propaganda," she claimed. It must be noted that Grok AI has been developed by xAI, a company that belongs to Elon Musk, a vocal supporter of Trump's — a Republican's — every move. Internet left shocked by Marjorie Taylor Greene's outburst Shocked by the very public brawl between human and AI, X users slammed and mocked Greene. "Grok is truth-leaning. Which is no doubt repulsive to you," wrote one user. "Grok is left-leaning? So factually accurate means left-leaning now?" said another. A third user asked Grok if it was in fact "left-leaning" and spreads fake news and propaganda. To this, the AI bot replied, "I'm Grok, built by xAI. I aim for truth-seeking and neutrality, but perceptions of bias vary. Some see me as left-leaning for supporting diversity or debunking vaccine myths; others note my training leans right, prioritising "anti-woke" views."

Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene got into an online brawl with Elon Musk's Grok chatbot after the AI said that some views presented by the "proud Christian" Republican were often questioned by other Christians.

'Only God can judge me': Trump ally Marjorie Taylor Greene gets into internet feud with Musk's Grok AI

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 25) hailed "real progress" in the latest round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear programme.Speaking to reporters on the tarmac at Morristown airport before boarding Air Force One, Trump also described the fifth round of negotiations as "very, very good".<h2>Good news soon?</h2>The US President claimed that the continuing discussions had been "very, very good" and said there might be "good news" soon."I think we could have some good news on the Iran front," said the US President. Revealing an expected timeline for the announcement, he said it could come "over the next two days."However, Trump's claims of progress have not received support from Iran or the mediating nation of Oman. After the latest round of negotiations, Iran's lead negotiator, Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi, stressed that the negotiations were "too complicated to be resolved in two or three meetings."Meanwhile, Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi on X said that the latest (fifth) round ended with "some but not conclusive progress". He also said that he hoped all "the remaining issues" would be clarified in the coming days.Vital US-Iran talksThe Oman-mediated talks are the highest-level contact between the two nations since the US, during Trump's first term as POTUS, quit the landmark 2015 nuclear accord.Since his return to the office as the POTUS for the second time, Trump has revived the "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran and warned Tehran of military action if diplomacy fails.These talks come ahead of the looming expiry of the 2015 nuclear accord in October of this year. The 2015 accord aimed to allay US and European Union suspicions that Tehran was seeking nuclear weapon capability. While Iran denies this ambition, as per reports, it is now enriching uranium to 60 per cent - below the 90 per cent level needed for a nuclear warhead but far above the 3.67 per cent cap. &nbsp;

Speaking to reporters on the tarmac at Morristown airport before boarding Air Force One, Trump also described the fifth round of negotiations as "very, very good".

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (May 25) hailed "real progress" in the latest round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran over Iran's nuclear programme. Speaking to reporters on the tarmac at Morristown airport before boarding Air Force One, Trump also described the fifth round of negotiations as "very, very good". Good news soon? The US President claimed that the continuing discussions had been "very, very good" and said there might be "good news" soon. "I think we could have some good news on the Iran front," said the US President. Revealing an expected timeline for the announcement, he said it could come "over the next two days." However, Trump's claims of progress have not received support from Iran or the mediating nation of Oman. After the latest round of negotiations, Iran's lead negotiator, Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi, stressed that the negotiations were "too complicated to be resolved in two or three meetings." Meanwhile, Omani Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi on X said that the latest (fifth) round ended with "some but not conclusive progress". He also said that he hoped all "the remaining issues" would be clarified in the coming days. Vital US-Iran talks The Oman-mediated talks are the highest-level contact between the two nations since the US, during Trump's first term as POTUS, quit the landmark 2015 nuclear accord. Since his return to the office as the POTUS for the second time, Trump has revived the "maximum pressure" campaign on Iran and warned Tehran of military action if diplomacy fails. These talks come ahead of the looming expiry of the 2015 nuclear accord in October of this year. The 2015 accord aimed to allay US and European Union suspicions that Tehran was seeking nuclear weapon capability. While Iran denies this ambition, as per reports, it is now enriching uranium to 60 per cent - below the 90 per cent level needed for a nuclear warhead but far above the 3.67 per cent cap.

Speaking to reporters on the tarmac at Morristown airport before boarding Air Force One, Trump also described the fifth round of negotiations as "very, very good".

Trump calls Iran-US nuclear talks 'very, very good,' says 'good news' soon

US President Donald Trump has aimed at Harvard University, demanding to know more about its international student population and why the countries they come from are not contributing financially.In a post on Truth Social on Sunday (May 25) morning, Trump wrote, “Why isn’t Harvard saying that almost 31% of their students are from FOREIGN LANDS, and yet those countries, some not at all friendly to the United States, pay NOTHING toward their student’s [sic] education, nor do they ever intend to.”The comment comes just days after his administration attempted to block Harvard from admitting international students. A federal court has since issued a temporary restraining order, pausing the move.<h2>Trump wants names and nationalities</h2>Trump went on to demand more transparency from the university. “Nobody told us that! We want to know who those foreign students are, a reasonable request since we give Harvard BILLIONS OF DOLLARS, but Harvard isn’t exactly forthcoming. We want those names and countries,” he said.Harvard currently has 6,793 international students for the 2024–2025 academic year, making up 27.2% of its student body, according to university figures.Neither Harvard nor the White House responded immediately to media requests for comment.<h2>Trump administration escalates standoff with elite universities</h2>The dispute between Harvard and the Trump administration began in March after the government’s antisemitism task force launched a review of the university’s federal funding. Since then, nearly $2.7 billion in grants have been withheld, including $450 million earlier this month.Critics argue that this is part of a wider Republican effort to challenge what they see as left-wing bias in higher education.Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revoked Harvard’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification on Thursday, which would bar the university from enrolling new foreign students.Trump defended the decision, taking a swipe at Harvard’s academic standards. “The students can’t add two and two, and they go to Harvard... now, wait a minute. So why would they get in?” he said, referring to a newly introduced introductory maths course.<h2>Harvard hits back and court intervenes</h2>The university responded strongly to the administration’s actions, calling them politically motivated. “This retaliatory action threatens serious harm to the Harvard community and our country, and undermines Harvard’s academic and research mission,” it said in a statement.Harvard had previously declined to comply fully with Noem’s request for detailed information on student visa holders, instead saying it would only provide what was legally required. In an April 30 letter, the university wrote that it aimed to maintain its SEVP status.Meredith Weenick, Harvard’s executive vice president, also defended the value of international students: “Our thousands of international students who hail from more than 140 countries enrich the University community, and this nation, immeasurably with their presence and contributions.”On Friday, a federal court sided with Harvard, blocking the revocation of its SEVP certification after the university filed a lawsuit calling the administration’s move “arbitrary, capricious, unlawful, and unconstitutional.” Harvard had already launched legal action last month, claiming the attacks infringed its First Amendment rights.

The dispute between Harvard and the Trump administration began in March after the government’s antisemitism task force launched a review of the university’s federal funding. 

US President Donald Trump has aimed at Harvard University, demanding to know more about its international student population and why the countries they come from are not contributing financially. In a post on Truth Social on Sunday (May 25) morning, Trump wrote, “Why isn’t Harvard saying that almost 31% of their students are from FOREIGN LANDS, and yet those countries, some not at all friendly to the United States, pay NOTHING toward their student’s [sic] education, nor do they ever intend to.” The comment comes just days after his administration attempted to block Harvard from admitting international students. A federal court has since issued a temporary restraining order, pausing the move. Trump wants names and nationalities Trump went on to demand more transparency from the university. “Nobody told us that! We want to know who those foreign students are, a reasonable request since we give Harvard BILLIONS OF DOLLARS, but Harvard isn’t exactly forthcoming. We want those names and countries,” he said. Harvard currently has 6,793 international students for the 2024–2025 academic year, making up 27.2% of its student body, according to university figures. Neither Harvard nor the White House responded immediately to media requests for comment. Trump administration escalates standoff with elite universities The dispute between Harvard and the Trump administration began in March after the government’s antisemitism task force launched a review of the university’s federal funding. Since then, nearly $2.7 billion in grants have been withheld, including $450 million earlier this month. Critics argue that this is part of a wider Republican effort to challenge what they see as left-wing bias in higher education. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem revoked Harvard’s Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification on Thursday, which would bar the university from enrolling new foreign students. Trump defended the decision, taking a swipe at Harvard’s academic standards. “The students can’t add two and two, and they go to Harvard... now, wait a minute. So why would they get in?” he said, referring to a newly introduced introductory maths course. Harvard hits back and court intervenes The university responded strongly to the administration’s actions, calling them politically motivated. “This retaliatory action threatens serious harm to the Harvard community and our country, and undermines Harvard’s academic and research mission,” it said in a statement. Harvard had previously declined to comply fully with Noem’s request for detailed information on student visa holders, instead saying it would only provide what was legally required. In an April 30 letter, the university wrote that it aimed to maintain its SEVP status. Meredith Weenick, Harvard’s executive vice president, also defended the value of international students: “Our thousands of international students who hail from more than 140 countries enrich the University community, and this nation, immeasurably with their presence and contributions.” On Friday, a federal court sided with Harvard, blocking the revocation of its SEVP certification after the university filed a lawsuit calling the administration’s move “arbitrary, capricious, unlawful, and unconstitutional.” Harvard had already launched legal action last month, claiming the attacks infringed its First Amendment rights.

The dispute between Harvard and the Trump administration began in March after the government’s antisemitism task force launched a review of the university’s federal funding.&nbsp;

'We want those names and countries': Trump demands list of foreign Harvard students, claims 'they can’t add two and two'

US President Donald Trump’s administration has sparked nationwide debate by halting Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students.&nbsp;&nbsp;While the action is framed as a national security and accountability measure, economists, educators, and lawmakers warn it could severely damage America’s economic interests and international reputation.&nbsp;&nbsp;With nearly 27 per cent of Harvard’s student body is reportedly made up of international students, the implications stretch far beyond one university, potentially impacting billions in revenue, thousands of jobs, and the country’s standing in global education.<h2>Trump vs Harvard</h2>President Trump has publicly criticised Harvard, accusing the Ivy League institution of harbouring foreign influence and refusing transparency regarding its international student population. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed: “Almost 31 per cent of their students are from foreign lands… yet those countries, some not friendly to the United States, pay NOTHING toward their student’s education.”&nbsp;He further questioned why Harvard continues to seek government grants despite having a $53.2 billion endowment, saying: “We want those names and countries. Harvard has $52,000,000, use it, and stop asking for the Federal Government to continue granting money to you.&nbsp;The action came shortly after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), led by Secretary Kristi Noem, barred Harvard from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), a move that halts its ability to sponsor student visas and threatens the legal status of nearly 6,800 foreign students. Noem accused Harvard of “fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party.”&nbsp;Harvard has pushed back legally, suing the Trump administration, calling the decision “unlawful and unconstitutional.” A federal judge has temporarily blocked the policy, but the long-term outcome remains uncertain.<h2>How it could hurt the US economy?</h2>International students contributed more than $44 billion to the US economy in the last year, according to National Association of Foreign Student Advisers (NAFSA). NAFSA is a US-based nonprofit organisation that supports international education and exchange by providing advocacy, training, and resources to professionals in the field.&nbsp;&nbsp;As one of the most popular destinations for foreign students, Harvard alone generated hundreds of millions through tuition, housing, and local consumption.&nbsp;According to reports, each student brings an estimated $29,000 annually, supporting both the university and surrounding economies.&nbsp;According to&nbsp;NAFSA, for every three international students, one US job is created, including roles in education, housing, retail, and healthcare. In the 2023–24 academic year, foreign students supported around 378,000 jobs.&nbsp;Even small towns benefit. For instance, Mankato, Minnesota, with just 45,000 residents, saw $46 million in economic activity generated by international students, sustaining nearly 190 local jobs.&nbsp;In Cambridge, Massachusetts, home to Harvard, the absence of nearly 7,000 students could reportedly&nbsp;impact real estate markets, local restaurants, bookstores, transportation, and research collaborations.&nbsp;Other institutions fear becoming the next target. Public universities like Arizona State, UC Berkeley, and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign attract tens of thousands of foreign students and reportedly generated $1.7 billion combined in local economic benefits.<h2>What happens next?</h2>While a federal judge has paused Trump’s order, the longer-term outcome remains uncertain. If the crackdown is upheld or spreads to other universities, the US risks losing its top-tier international talent, cutting off a $44 billion economic engine, and damaging its soft power in global education. What started as a political dispute could result in long-term economic and diplomatic costs. As critics ask whether such moves align with the “Make America Great Again” agenda, the country’s ability to retain its status as a global education leader is now under real threat.&nbsp;

Business & Economy: President Trump has publicly criticised Harvard, accusing the Ivy League institution of harbouring foreign influence and refusing transparency regarding its international student population.

US President Donald Trump’s administration has sparked nationwide debate by halting Harvard University’s ability to enroll international students. While the action is framed as a national security and accountability measure, economists, educators, and lawmakers warn it could severely damage America’s economic interests and international reputation. With nearly 27 per cent of Harvard’s student body is reportedly made up of international students, the implications stretch far beyond one university, potentially impacting billions in revenue, thousands of jobs, and the country’s standing in global education. Trump vs Harvard President Trump has publicly criticised Harvard, accusing the Ivy League institution of harbouring foreign influence and refusing transparency regarding its international student population. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed: “Almost 31 per cent of their students are from foreign lands… yet those countries, some not friendly to the United States, pay NOTHING toward their student’s education.” He further questioned why Harvard continues to seek government grants despite having a $53.2 billion endowment, saying: “We want those names and countries. Harvard has $52,000,000, use it, and stop asking for the Federal Government to continue granting money to you. The action came shortly after the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), led by Secretary Kristi Noem, barred Harvard from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), a move that halts its ability to sponsor student visas and threatens the legal status of nearly 6,800 foreign students. Noem accused Harvard of “fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party.” Harvard has pushed back legally, suing the Trump administration, calling the decision “unlawful and unconstitutional.” A federal judge has temporarily blocked the policy, but the long-term outcome remains uncertain. How it could hurt the US economy? International students contributed more than $44 billion to the US economy in the last year, according to National Association of Foreign Student Advisers (NAFSA). NAFSA is a US-based nonprofit organisation that supports international education and exchange by providing advocacy, training, and resources to professionals in the field. As one of the most popular destinations for foreign students, Harvard alone generated hundreds of millions through tuition, housing, and local consumption. According to reports, each student brings an estimated $29,000 annually, supporting both the university and surrounding economies. According to NAFSA, for every three international students, one US job is created, including roles in education, housing, retail, and healthcare. In the 2023–24 academic year, foreign students supported around 378,000 jobs. Even small towns benefit. For instance, Mankato, Minnesota, with just 45,000 residents, saw $46 million in economic activity generated by international students, sustaining nearly 190 local jobs. In Cambridge, Massachusetts, home to Harvard, the absence of nearly 7,000 students could reportedly impact real estate markets, local restaurants, bookstores, transportation, and research collaborations. Other institutions fear becoming the next target. Public universities like Arizona State, UC Berkeley, and University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign attract tens of thousands of foreign students and reportedly generated $1.7 billion combined in local economic benefits. What happens next? While a federal judge has paused Trump’s order, the longer-term outcome remains uncertain. If the crackdown is upheld or spreads to other universities, the US risks losing its top-tier international talent, cutting off a $44 billion economic engine, and damaging its soft power in global education. What started as a political dispute could result in long-term economic and diplomatic costs. As critics ask whether such moves align with the “Make America Great Again” agenda, the country’s ability to retain its status as a global education leader is now under real threat.

US President Donald Trump's administration halts Harvard's international student enrollment, risking economic and reputational harm. &nbsp;

How Trump’s crackdown on Harvard’s foreign students could hit the US economy?

In his first military address of his second Presidential term on &nbsp;Saturday, May 24, President Donald Trump bragged about purchasing stealth planes without knowing how they function at the West Point Defence Academy.&nbsp;Trump bragged about the 13 per cent increase in the military budget, to $1 trillion. He talked about Iron Dome defence, and talked about ships and planes, "And I've approved a $1 trillion investment, and that will be again the largest ever in the history of our country, and we are buying you new airplanes, brand new beautiful planes, redesigned planes, brand new planes, totally stealth planes," said the President.&nbsp;Then he moved on to explaining about his long-term obsession with stealth planes, “I hope they're stealth. I don't know that whole stealth thing. I'm sort of wondering. You mean if we shape a wing this way, they don't see it, but the other way, they see it, I'm not so sure, but that's what they tell me,” he said jokingly. In 2017, he once said that stealth planes are undetectable.&nbsp;Former MSNBC journalist Mehdi Hassan wrote in a post on X, “One of the great under-reported stories of Trump’s ignorance (insanity?) is that for years he has made repeated comments about stealth fighters which suggest he believes they are literally invisible in the sky. His weirdness cannot be overstated.”&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump: The whole stealth thing—I&#39;m sort of wondering. We shape a wing this way, they don’t see it but the other way they see it? I’m not so sure. <a href="https://t.co/74Lj2UvWKa">pic.twitter.com/74Lj2UvWKa</a>&mdash; Acyn (@Acyn) <a href="https://twitter.com/Acyn/status/1926320472158810159?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

His remarks are a mixture of trademark bravado, casual scepticism, and fascination about military technology.He ranted about other countries for ripping off the US in trade. He also praised how he sent troops to the western border to stop illegal immigration. He also appreciated his effort to expel the diversity, equity and inclusion initiative from the military. He then went on another tangent about in a bizarre remark of &nbsp;"trophy wife". Describing a real estate man, Ted Levitt, as explained by Newsweek in a report.&nbsp;

In his first 2025 military address, Trump joked about stealth planes and touted a $1 trillion defence budget, blending bravado with scepticism

In his first military address of his second Presidential term on Saturday, May 24, President Donald Trump bragged about purchasing stealth planes without knowing how they function at the West Point Defence Academy. Trump bragged about the 13 per cent increase in the military budget, to $1 trillion. He talked about Iron Dome defence, and talked about ships and planes, "And I've approved a $1 trillion investment, and that will be again the largest ever in the history of our country, and we are buying you new airplanes, brand new beautiful planes, redesigned planes, brand new planes, totally stealth planes," said the President. Then he moved on to explaining about his long-term obsession with stealth planes, “I hope they're stealth. I don't know that whole stealth thing. I'm sort of wondering. You mean if we shape a wing this way, they don't see it, but the other way, they see it, I'm not so sure, but that's what they tell me,” he said jokingly. In 2017, he once said that stealth planes are undetectable. Former MSNBC journalist Mehdi Hassan wrote in a post on X, “One of the great under-reported stories of Trump’s ignorance (insanity?) is that for years he has made repeated comments about stealth fighters which suggest he believes they are literally invisible in the sky. His weirdness cannot be overstated.”

In his first 2025 military address, Trump joked about stealth planes and touted a $1 trillion defence budget, blending bravado with scepticism

Trump brags about buying technology and not knowing it at West Point Academy speech

The Donald Trump administration in the US on Friday (May 23) revoked Harvard University's eligibility to admit international students. The decision has left the future of thousands of foreign students, including Indians, uncertain.&nbsp;Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification. She stated that “it is a privilege, not a right, for universities to enroll foreign students.” The DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus."&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/cannes-2025-iranian-director-jafar-panahi-wins-palme-d-or-for-it-was-just-an-accident-1748142480003">Cannes 2025: Iranian director Jafar Panahi wins Palme d’Or for It Was Just an Accident</a> As per the the Canadian Press, there were 686 Canadian students enrolled in Harvard, according to the numbers from 2022 on its website. Among these students is Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who has just finished her first year at Harvard. She's an undergraduate student at the resource efficiency program.&nbsp;Another high-profile student caught in the limbo is Princess Elisabeth of Belgium. She is the heir to the Belgian throne and has just completed her first year in a two-year master's program in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School. Currently, she is in Belgium.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hamas-grapples-with-severe-financial-hassle-amid-war-with-israel-reports-1748148280334">Hamas grapples with severe financial hassle amid war with Israel: Reports</a>&nbsp;"Princess Elisabeth has just completed her first year. The impact of (the Trump administration's) decision will only become clearer in the coming days/weeks. We are currently investigating the situation," the Belgian Royal Palace's spokesperson Lore Vandoorne said.&nbsp;"We are analyzing this at the moment and will let things settle. A lot can still happen in the coming days and weeks," the Palace's communication director, Xavier Baert, added.

Royal showdown: Canadian PM’s daughter Cleo Carney & Belgian Royal Princess Elisabeth caught in Harvard-Trump row

The Donald Trump administration in the US on Friday (May 23) revoked Harvard University's eligibility to admit international students. The decision has left the future of thousands of foreign students, including Indians, uncertain. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification. She stated that “it is a privilege, not a right, for universities to enroll foreign students.” The DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus." Also Read: Cannes 2025: Iranian director Jafar Panahi wins Palme d’Or for It Was Just an Accident As per the the Canadian Press, there were 686 Canadian students enrolled in Harvard, according to the numbers from 2022 on its website. Among these students is Cleo Carney, daughter of Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who has just finished her first year at Harvard. She's an undergraduate student at the resource efficiency program. Another high-profile student caught in the limbo is Princess Elisabeth of Belgium. She is the heir to the Belgian throne and has just completed her first year in a two-year master's program in public policy at the Harvard Kennedy School. Currently, she is in Belgium. Also Read: Hamas grapples with severe financial hassle amid war with Israel: Reports "Princess Elisabeth has just completed her first year. The impact of (the Trump administration's) decision will only become clearer in the coming days/weeks. We are currently investigating the situation," the Belgian Royal Palace's spokesperson Lore Vandoorne said. "We are analyzing this at the moment and will let things settle. A lot can still happen in the coming days and weeks," the Palace's communication director, Xavier Baert, added.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification

US President<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/donald-trump-s-500-billion-golden-dome-missile-defense-canada-s-help-here-s-why-1748086127339"> Donald Trump</a> hosted a dinner for the top 220 buyers of his <a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/trump-hosts-closed-door-dinner-for-220-trump-coin-investors-1748006242052">$TRUMP</a> meme coin on Thursday (May 22). Now, the internet is exposing the event claiming that food at the dinner "sucked" and there was a lack of security.&nbsp;Trump reportedly flew to Virginia – the venue – on Marine One and at a lectern emblazoned with the presidential seal. Although, the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-big-warning-to-apple-make-iphones-in-us-not-in-india-or-face-25-tariffs-1748001761590">White House</a> still argued that the event was "private" and t he US president attended it in his "personal time".&nbsp;The dinner was hosted for 220 biggest buyers of his meme coin, who collectively spent $148 million on the cryptocurrency.&nbsp;'The food sucked'&nbsp;TikTok influencer Nicholas Pinto said he was still hungry when he left the gala. “The food sucked,” he said.&nbsp;“Wasn’t given any drinks other than water or Trump’s wine. I don’t drink, so I had water. My glass was only filled once," the influencer added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-first-you-hear-a-whistle-ex-israeli-hostage-says-idf-airstrikes-were-her-biggest-fear-during-captivity-1748143597670">'First you hear a whistle...': Ex-Israeli hostage says IDF airstrikes were her biggest fear during captivity</a>

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The influencer had got the invitation for the event after investing $300,000 in $TRUMP. &nbsp;&nbsp;“It was the worst food I’ve ever had at a Trump golf course .... the only good thing was bread and butter," he said.Trump 'didn't talk to any guest'&nbsp;The influencer also revealed that Trump spent 23 minutes at the event but "didn't talk" to any of the 220 guests present there.&nbsp;A prize worth $100,000&nbsp;Not just this, Trump has also planned a prize for the biggest spenders on his meme coin - $100,000 Trump-branded Tourbillon watch. Crypto billionaire Justin Sun, who had spent $20 million on the coin, became the first person to get the prize.&nbsp; &nbsp;

US President Donald Trump hosted a dinner for the top 220 buyers of his $TRUMP meme coin on Thursday (May 22). 

US President Donald Trump hosted a dinner for the top 220 buyers of his $TRUMP meme coin on Thursday (May 22). Now, the internet is exposing the event claiming that food at the dinner "sucked" and there was a lack of security. Trump reportedly flew to Virginia – the venue – on Marine One and at a lectern emblazoned with the presidential seal. Although, the White House still argued that the event was "private" and t he US president attended it in his "personal time". The dinner was hosted for 220 biggest buyers of his meme coin, who collectively spent $148 million on the cryptocurrency. 'The food sucked' TikTok influencer Nicholas Pinto said he was still hungry when he left the gala. “The food sucked,” he said. “Wasn’t given any drinks other than water or Trump’s wine. I don’t drink, so I had water. My glass was only filled once," the influencer added. Also read: 'First you hear a whistle...': Ex-Israeli hostage says IDF airstrikes were her biggest fear during captivity

Trump reportedly flew to Virginia – the venue – on Marine One and at a lectern emblazoned with the presidential seal.&nbsp;

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Dozens of staffers were abruptly fired from the White House National Security Council on Friday, as President Donald Trump moved to dramatically slash the scope and size of the once-powerful body, said people familiar with the matter. Staff dealing with major geopolitical issues, from Ukraine to Kashmir, were terminated, said sources while requesting anonymity.The move came just weeks after Secretary of State Marco Rubio took over from Mike Waltz as national security adviser. &nbsp;The NSC restructuring is likely to further shrink the agency’s influence, in a big transformation from an influential policymaking body into a small organisation focused on simply implementing the president’s agenda, the sources said.&nbsp;The move will pave the way for giving more authority to the State Department, the Defense Department, and other departments and agencies involved in diplomacy, national security, and intelligence matters.The Trump administration aims to reduce the final headcount at NSC to just a few dozen people.&nbsp;Previously, the NSC staff was involved in key decisions regarding America’s approach to the world’s most volatile conflicts.&nbsp;Several high-ranking staffers were fired earlier this year after right-wing conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer handed Trump a list of staffers she perceived to be disloyal. &nbsp;The cuts were made under President Donald Trump’s new national security adviser, Marco Rubio, who also is serving as secretary of state. Rubio, who has emerged as a key figure in the administration, was tapped for the White House post early this month after his predecessor as national security adviser, Michael Waltz, was pushed aside following a series of missteps.&nbsp;Waltz, the previous national security adviser, had accidentally shared information on an imminent bombing campaign in Yemen with an Atlantic journalist. Trump has said he intends to nominate Waltz to be his ambassador to the United Nations. Most NSC staffers are from other parts of the federal government and were expected to go back to their home agencies, including the State Department, Pentagon and intelligence agencies.Since Waltz’s ouster, administration officials have signalled a major scale-down of the National Security Council was imminent. Some have argued that the NSC had become bloated under previous administrations.&nbsp;Hegseth curtails press access inside Pentagon to curb leaks&nbsp;Meanwhile, defense secretary Pete Hegseth dramatically curtailed press access inside the Pentagon in a move deemed as punishing the news media for reporting on leaks of classified and unclassified information in the recent weeks.&nbsp;The changes, announced in a two-page memo issued by Hegseth, effectively boxed credentialed reporters into one corner on one floor of the building that houses the press office and spaces used by news organisations.&nbsp;Reporters will now need to request permission to walk anywhere else in the Pentagon, including past areas occupied by the joint chiefs and the press office for the joint chiefs, and will be escorted by an official, the memo said.&nbsp;Reporters will also be banned from accessing the Pentagon Athletic Center and be issued new credentials, which more clearly state the word “PRESS” on the badge. The current credential has the letters written in regular size at the bottom.&nbsp;Hegseth said he was adding the most draconian access restrictions in decades in a bid to limit the number of leaks coming from the Pentagon.

The NSC restructuring is likely to further shrink the agency’s influence, in a big transformation from an influential policymaking body into a small organisation focused on simply implementing the president’s agenda, the sources said.



Dozens of staffers were abruptly fired from the White House National Security Council on Friday, as President Donald Trump moved to dramatically slash the scope and size of the once-powerful body, said people familiar with the matter. Staff dealing with major geopolitical issues, from Ukraine to Kashmir, were terminated, said sources while requesting anonymity. The move came just weeks after Secretary of State Marco Rubio took over from Mike Waltz as national security adviser. The NSC restructuring is likely to further shrink the agency’s influence, in a big transformation from an influential policymaking body into a small organisation focused on simply implementing the president’s agenda, the sources said. The move will pave the way for giving more authority to the State Department, the Defense Department, and other departments and agencies involved in diplomacy, national security, and intelligence matters. The Trump administration aims to reduce the final headcount at NSC to just a few dozen people. Previously, the NSC staff was involved in key decisions regarding America’s approach to the world’s most volatile conflicts. Several high-ranking staffers were fired earlier this year after right-wing conspiracy theorist Laura Loomer handed Trump a list of staffers she perceived to be disloyal. The cuts were made under President Donald Trump’s new national security adviser, Marco Rubio, who also is serving as secretary of state. Rubio, who has emerged as a key figure in the administration, was tapped for the White House post early this month after his predecessor as national security adviser, Michael Waltz, was pushed aside following a series of missteps. Waltz, the previous national security adviser, had accidentally shared information on an imminent bombing campaign in Yemen with an Atlantic journalist. Trump has said he intends to nominate Waltz to be his ambassador to the United Nations. Most NSC staffers are from other parts of the federal government and were expected to go back to their home agencies, including the State Department, Pentagon and intelligence agencies. Since Waltz’s ouster, administration officials have signalled a major scale-down of the National Security Council was imminent. Some have argued that the NSC had become bloated under previous administrations. Hegseth curtails press access inside Pentagon to curb leaks Meanwhile, defense secretary Pete Hegseth dramatically curtailed press access inside the Pentagon in a move deemed as punishing the news media for reporting on leaks of classified and unclassified information in the recent weeks. The changes, announced in a two-page memo issued by Hegseth, effectively boxed credentialed reporters into one corner on one floor of the building that houses the press office and spaces used by news organisations. Reporters will now need to request permission to walk anywhere else in the Pentagon, including past areas occupied by the joint chiefs and the press office for the joint chiefs, and will be escorted by an official, the memo said. Reporters will also be banned from accessing the Pentagon Athletic Center and be issued new credentials, which more clearly state the word “PRESS” on the badge. The current credential has the letters written in regular size at the bottom. Hegseth said he was adding the most draconian access restrictions in decades in a bid to limit the number of leaks coming from the Pentagon.

The NSC restructuring is likely to further shrink the agency’s influence, in a big transformation from an influential policymaking body into a small organisation focused on simply implementing the president’s agenda, the sources said.&nbsp;

White House dismisses dozens of National Security Council staff in Trump-backed downsizing

Even if the United States goes ahead with a 25% tariff on iPhones made in India, Apple would still save more by manufacturing there than bringing production home, according to a new report from the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI).The report comes in response to US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose heavy tariffs if Apple continues to build iPhones outside the United States, especially in India.<h2>Trump warns Apple CEO Tim Cook over India production</h2>President Trump made his position clear on Friday, stating, "I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhones that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States, not India, or anyplace else."He added, "If that is not the case, a Tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple to the US Thank you for your attention to this matter!"During a visit to Qatar, Trump also expressed frustration directly to Apple’s CEO, "I had a little problem with Tim Cook yesterday. I said to him, 'my friend, I treated you very good. You're coming here with $500 billion, but now I hear you're building all over India... I don't want you building in India. India can take care of themselves.'"<h2>Apple’s India push grows despite pressure</h2>Despite the warnings, Apple has been ramping up production in India. The company manufactured around $22 billion worth of iPhones in the country in the financial year ending March 2025, 60% more than the previous year.According to a Reuters report, Apple even used chartered cargo flights to ship 600 tonnes of iPhones to the US to avoid potential cost hikes due to the tariff threat.<h2>Labour costs in India a big advantage</h2>The GTRI report breaks down the economics behind iPhone manufacturing. Even with a 25% tariff, India remains far cheaper than the US for production.Assembly workers in India earn about $230 a month, compared to around $2,900 in California, nearly 13 times more. Assembling a single iPhone in India costs about $30, whereas doing the same in the US would cost roughly $390.If Apple were to shift all production to America, its profit per iPhone could drop from $450 to just $60, unless prices are raised sharply for consumers.India plays a small but crucial part in the global iPhone chainThe iPhone’s global value chain spans multiple countries. While Apple keeps about $450 of a $1,000 iPhone’s value through branding and software, other parts come from around the world:Taiwan: $150 (chipmaking)South Korea: $90 (OLED screens and memory)Japan: $85 (mainly cameras)US suppliers: $80 (from firms like Qualcomm and Broadcom)Germany, Vietnam, Malaysia: $45 (miscellaneous parts)China and India, despite being the key locations for assembly, each earn only about $30 per device, less than 3% of the retail price.<h2>Apple’s India plan gets a boost from government support</h2>In addition to low labour costs, Apple benefits from India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. This further strengthens India’s case as a manufacturing hub for the tech giant.The GTRI report argues that given the global structure of iPhone production and India’s cost advantages, it remains the most viable option for Apple, even under US pressure.

Despite the warnings, Apple has been ramping up production in India. The company manufactured around $22 billion worth of iPhones in the country in the financial year ending March 2025, 60% more than the previous year.

Even if the United States goes ahead with a 25% tariff on iPhones made in India, Apple would still save more by manufacturing there than bringing production home, according to a new report from the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI). The report comes in response to US President Donald Trump’s threat to impose heavy tariffs if Apple continues to build iPhones outside the United States, especially in India. Trump warns Apple CEO Tim Cook over India production President Trump made his position clear on Friday, stating, "I have long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhones that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States, not India, or anyplace else." He added, "If that is not the case, a Tariff of at least 25% must be paid by Apple to the US Thank you for your attention to this matter!" During a visit to Qatar, Trump also expressed frustration directly to Apple’s CEO, "I had a little problem with Tim Cook yesterday. I said to him, 'my friend, I treated you very good. You're coming here with $500 billion, but now I hear you're building all over India... I don't want you building in India. India can take care of themselves.'" Apple’s India push grows despite pressure Despite the warnings, Apple has been ramping up production in India. The company manufactured around $22 billion worth of iPhones in the country in the financial year ending March 2025, 60% more than the previous year. According to a Reuters report, Apple even used chartered cargo flights to ship 600 tonnes of iPhones to the US to avoid potential cost hikes due to the tariff threat. Labour costs in India a big advantage The GTRI report breaks down the economics behind iPhone manufacturing. Even with a 25% tariff, India remains far cheaper than the US for production. Assembly workers in India earn about $230 a month, compared to around $2,900 in California, nearly 13 times more. Assembling a single iPhone in India costs about $30, whereas doing the same in the US would cost roughly $390. If Apple were to shift all production to America, its profit per iPhone could drop from $450 to just $60, unless prices are raised sharply for consumers. India plays a small but crucial part in the global iPhone chain The iPhone’s global value chain spans multiple countries. While Apple keeps about $450 of a $1,000 iPhone’s value through branding and software, other parts come from around the world: Taiwan: $150 (chipmaking) South Korea: $90 (OLED screens and memory) Japan: $85 (mainly cameras) US suppliers: $80 (from firms like Qualcomm and Broadcom) Germany, Vietnam, Malaysia: $45 (miscellaneous parts) China and India, despite being the key locations for assembly, each earn only about $30 per device, less than 3% of the retail price. Apple’s India plan gets a boost from government support In addition to low labour costs, Apple benefits from India’s production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme. This further strengthens India’s case as a manufacturing hub for the tech giant. The GTRI report argues that given the global structure of iPhone production and India’s cost advantages, it remains the most viable option for Apple, even under US pressure.

Despite the warnings, Apple has been ramping up production in India. The company manufactured around $22 billion worth of iPhones in the country in the financial year ending March 2025, 60% more than the previous year.

Apple still saves big with India-made iPhones, even if Trump slaps 25% tariff: Here's how

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha slammed the United States administration's decision to ban Harvard University's ability to enroll international students. Chadha, a Harvard University alumnus, said in a post on X that this decision by US President Donald Trump “threatens the dreams and futures of international students at Harvard and beyond.” He added that “academic freedom and global collaboration” should be defended.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/this-university-s-open-invitation-to-harvard-students-amid-action-by-trump-admin-unconditional-offers-to-1748081122198">'Will provide unconditional offers...': This university's 'open invitation' to Harvard students amid Trump's ban</a>&nbsp;"President Trump’s recent move threatens the dreams and futures of international students at Harvard and beyond. As a proud member of the Harvard community, I wear my colours to show support for inclusion and academic freedom. I stand with Harvard and all international students whose dreams and futures are under threat. We must defend academic freedom and global collaboration," the AAP MP wrote on X.&nbsp;Parliamentarian Raghav Chadha attended the Young Global Leader (YGL) programme at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) in Cambridge from March 5 to 13, 2025. Harvard enrolls almost 6,800 foreign students at its campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts and almost 788 students are Indians.&nbsp;&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-administration-bars-harvard-from-enrolling-international-students-what-this-means-for-788-indian-students-1747965828425">Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling international students: What it means for 788 Indians enrolled currently?</a><h2>Trump administration's crackdown on Harvard</h2>Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on May 23 ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification.&nbsp;&nbsp;The DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus."&nbsp;Soon after, the Harvard University filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration saying that "Harvard is not Harvard without its foreign students." The university is also suing over a cut of more than USD 2 billion in federal funding.&nbsp;Meanwhile, a US judge blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University's ability to enroll international students. In a complaint filed in Boston federal court earlier on Friday, Harvard called the revocation a "blatant violation" of the US Constitution and other federal laws.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

AAP MP Raghav Chadha, a Harvard University alumnus, slammed the United States administrations decision to ban Harvard Universitys ability to enroll international students. 

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha slammed the United States administration's decision to ban Harvard University's ability to enroll international students. Chadha, a Harvard University alumnus, said in a post on X that this decision by US President Donald Trump “threatens the dreams and futures of international students at Harvard and beyond.” He added that “academic freedom and global collaboration” should be defended. Read More | 'Will provide unconditional offers...': This university's 'open invitation' to Harvard students amid Trump's ban "President Trump’s recent move threatens the dreams and futures of international students at Harvard and beyond. As a proud member of the Harvard community, I wear my colours to show support for inclusion and academic freedom. I stand with Harvard and all international students whose dreams and futures are under threat. We must defend academic freedom and global collaboration," the AAP MP wrote on X. Parliamentarian Raghav Chadha attended the Young Global Leader (YGL) programme at Harvard Kennedy School (HKS) in Cambridge from March 5 to 13, 2025. Harvard enrolls almost 6,800 foreign students at its campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts and almost 788 students are Indians. Read More |Trump administration bars Harvard from enrolling international students: What it means for 788 Indians enrolled currently? Trump administration's crackdown on Harvard Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem on May 23 ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to terminate Harvard University's Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification. The DHS accused Harvard's leadership of creating an unsafe campus environment by permitting anti-American, pro-terrorist agitators to harass and physically assault individuals, including many Jewish students. It also said that Harvard has not provided details of students involved in terrorist activities and this action against the University holds them “accountable for fostering violence, antisemitism, and coordinating with the Chinese Communist Party on its campus." Soon after, the Harvard University filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration saying that "Harvard is not Harvard without its foreign students." The university is also suing over a cut of more than USD 2 billion in federal funding. Meanwhile, a US judge blocked the Trump administration from revoking Harvard University's ability to enroll international students. In a complaint filed in Boston federal court earlier on Friday, Harvard called the revocation a "blatant violation" of the US Constitution and other federal laws.

AAP MP Raghav Chadha, a Harvard University alumnus, slammed the United States administration's decision to ban Harvard University's ability to enroll international students.&nbsp;

'Trump's move threatens...': Indian MP Raghav Chadha stands with Harvard amid US admin's ban, wears university T-shirt | Here's what he said

Trump said Harvard will have to mend its ways if it wants to continue enrolling foreign students. When asked if the Trump administration would stop other universities from enrolling foreign students, Trump said they would have to consider that option.&nbsp;"We will take a look at it. Billions of dollars have been paid to Harvard...they have $52 billion as endowment. This country is paying billions and billions of dollars, and then gives student loans...Harvard will have to change its ways...so will some other" Trump says.The Trump administration has started cracking down on Harvard University after it refused to curb student activism. It led to a confrontation between the two parties, which led to the White House freezing off the massive $2.6 billion in federal funding.DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that Harvard had failed to produce the records of students who had been involved in activism on campus, any disciplinary action, as well as any audio and video footage of them being involved in protest activities.&nbsp;Harvard says it complied with the records request. It filed a suit in the Federal Court against the Government exercising its First Amendment rights and rejected the government's demand to control Harvard's governance, curriculum and the ideology of the students and the faculty.US District Judge Allison Burroughs granted a temporary restraining order, stopping the Department of Homeland Security’s directive that was set to take effect from the 2025-2026 academic year.&nbsp;The President and his administration do appear in a vengeful mood. The Chief White House correspondent of The New York Times, Peter Baker, posted the names of people charged, or investigated or threatened to be investigated by Trump or his administration in recent days.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Charged, investigated or threatened with investigation by Trump or his team just in recent days: Letitia James Andrew Cuomo LaMonica McIver Kamala Harris Bruce Springsteen Beyonce Bono Oprah Winfrey James Comey Unnamed &quot;treasonous&quot; Biden aides City of Chicago Kennedy Center&mdash; Peter Baker (@peterbakernyt) <a href="https://twitter.com/peterbakernyt/status/1925217346492285195?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 21, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Department of Health and Human Services accused Columbia University of violating Federal Civil rights law by acting in ‘deliberate indifference’ towards Jewish students by harassing them on campus while protesting against Israel's attack on Gaza, since October 7, 2023. Tom Malinowski, a Former US Representative of New Jersey, said to the CNN network, “A couple of years ago, Vance gave a speech.. The title was Universities Are the Enemy. He said explicitly, because they teach ideas we disagree with. He said explicitly, we cannot achieve anything in this country as a conservative movement unless we aggressively go after the universities. That's what they're doing right now.” The Trump administration wants to take the battle to academia, because that is the home of liberal ideologies.

President Trump warns Harvard to “change its ways” or risk losing foreign students, as his administration freezes $2.6B in federal funding. A legal battle brews over student protests, with critics calling it an ideological assault on academic freedom.

Trump said Harvard will have to mend its ways if it wants to continue enrolling foreign students. When asked if the Trump administration would stop other universities from enrolling foreign students, Trump said they would have to consider that option. "We will take a look at it. Billions of dollars have been paid to Harvard...they have $52 billion as endowment. This country is paying billions and billions of dollars, and then gives student loans...Harvard will have to change its ways...so will some other" Trump says. The Trump administration has started cracking down on Harvard University after it refused to curb student activism. It led to a confrontation between the two parties, which led to the White House freezing off the massive $2.6 billion in federal funding. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced that Harvard had failed to produce the records of students who had been involved in activism on campus, any disciplinary action, as well as any audio and video footage of them being involved in protest activities. Harvard says it complied with the records request. It filed a suit in the Federal Court against the Government exercising its First Amendment rights and rejected the government's demand to control Harvard's governance, curriculum and the ideology of the students and the faculty. US District Judge Allison Burroughs granted a temporary restraining order, stopping the Department of Homeland Security’s directive that was set to take effect from the 2025-2026 academic year. The President and his administration do appear in a vengeful mood. The Chief White House correspondent of The New York Times, Peter Baker, posted the names of people charged, or investigated or threatened to be investigated by Trump or his administration in recent days.

President Trump warns Harvard to 'change its ways' or risk losing foreign students, as his administration freezes $2.6B in federal funding. A legal battle brews over student protests, with critics calling it an ideological assault on academic freedom.

Trump signals broader crackdown on universities, targets Harvard's activism: 'Harvard will have to change its ways'

Donald Trump’s latest defence project, a giant missile shield over North America dubbed the “Golden Dome,” has one major challenge, he can’t build it without help from Canada. But Ottawa hasn’t committed, and it’s not clear if it will.Canada’s vast northern airspace would be essential for tracking missiles that could fly over the Arctic, but Canadian leaders remain cautious. Trump estimates the project could cost $500 billion and says Canada “wants protection too,” suggesting Washington would help as usual.Still, political voices in Ottawa are unsure. “There’s a lot we just don’t know. There’s a lot that needs to be revealed about how the economic and security partnership with America and Canada will unfold,” Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar told Politico.<h2>Strained relations complicate cooperation</h2>Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Washington not to take Ottawa for granted and has even hinted at exploring alternative security partnerships. “None of [the Golden Dome partnership] has been spelled out or negotiated. It’s not, you know, good old Canada-USA. It’s like, ‘We can’t do this easily, because our people are very upset,’” US Senator Jack Reed told Politico.<h2>Why the Arctic matters?</h2>Canada’s nearly 4 million square miles of land and airspace are strategically critical. They give the US a clear view of any missiles launched by Russia or China across the North Pole, an area that remains a gap in US air defences.For decades, the two countries have worked together under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). NORAD has ensured joint air patrols and radar sharing, especially across the Arctic, where Russian aircraft regularly test both nations’ air defences.Canada typically covers about 40% of NORAD’s budget and has already pledged $38 billion to upgrade its radar network over the next 20 years.<h2>Canada’s technology is already in play</h2>Ottawa could contribute more to the Golden Dome by installing radars and interceptors across its territory, like those in Alaska and California. During his first week as Prime Minister, Carney signed a $4 billion radar deal with Australia for technology developed by BAE Systems. These radars are intended for the Arctic and could be folded into the NORAD system.Audrey Champoux, spokesperson for Carney, confirmed that discussions with Washington are ongoing. “Carney and his ministers are having wide-ranging and constructive discussions with their American counterparts,” she said.The US Northern Command, which oversees NORAD, said, “We will continue to prioritise our core mission of defending the United States and Canada and will ensure any new capabilities align with that objective.”<h2>Big money, big decisions, and big delays</h2>Funding is another major issue. The White House is asking Congress for an initial $25 billion to begin work. But Canada’s budget won’t be ready until autumn, leaving a gap in commitment.Another sticking point is whether Canada will allow its forces to participate in shooting down ballistic missiles. The issue has been politically sensitive for years, with no firm consensus.“It’s something that we are looking at and something that has been discussed at a high level. But not — sure, one negotiates on this,” said Carney.

Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.

Donald Trump’s latest defence project, a giant missile shield over North America dubbed the “Golden Dome,” has one major challenge, he can’t build it without help from Canada. But Ottawa hasn’t committed, and it’s not clear if it will. Canada’s vast northern airspace would be essential for tracking missiles that could fly over the Arctic, but Canadian leaders remain cautious. Trump estimates the project could cost $500 billion and says Canada “wants protection too,” suggesting Washington would help as usual. Still, political voices in Ottawa are unsure. “There’s a lot we just don’t know. There’s a lot that needs to be revealed about how the economic and security partnership with America and Canada will unfold,” Conservative MP Shuvaloy Majumdar told Politico. Strained relations complicate cooperation Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised. Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned Washington not to take Ottawa for granted and has even hinted at exploring alternative security partnerships. “None of [the Golden Dome partnership] has been spelled out or negotiated. It’s not, you know, good old Canada-USA. It’s like, ‘We can’t do this easily, because our people are very upset,’” US Senator Jack Reed told Politico. Why the Arctic matters? Canada’s nearly 4 million square miles of land and airspace are strategically critical. They give the US a clear view of any missiles launched by Russia or China across the North Pole, an area that remains a gap in US air defences. For decades, the two countries have worked together under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD). NORAD has ensured joint air patrols and radar sharing, especially across the Arctic, where Russian aircraft regularly test both nations’ air defences. Canada typically covers about 40% of NORAD’s budget and has already pledged $38 billion to upgrade its radar network over the next 20 years. Canada’s technology is already in play Ottawa could contribute more to the Golden Dome by installing radars and interceptors across its territory, like those in Alaska and California. During his first week as Prime Minister, Carney signed a $4 billion radar deal with Australia for technology developed by BAE Systems. These radars are intended for the Arctic and could be folded into the NORAD system. Audrey Champoux, spokesperson for Carney, confirmed that discussions with Washington are ongoing. “Carney and his ministers are having wide-ranging and constructive discussions with their American counterparts,” she said. The US Northern Command, which oversees NORAD, said, “We will continue to prioritise our core mission of defending the United States and Canada and will ensure any new capabilities align with that objective.” Big money, big decisions, and big delays Funding is another major issue. The White House is asking Congress for an initial $25 billion to begin work. But Canada’s budget won’t be ready until autumn, leaving a gap in commitment. Another sticking point is whether Canada will allow its forces to participate in shooting down ballistic missiles. The issue has been politically sensitive for years, with no firm consensus. “It’s something that we are looking at and something that has been discussed at a high level. But not — sure, one negotiates on this,” said Carney.

Trump’s assumption that Canada will join the project might be optimistic, especially given recent tensions. He’s criticised Canada for relying too much on US defence and favourable trade deals, and a past tariff dispute has left the relationship bruised.

'It’s not good old Canada-USA': Trump’s $500 billion ‘Golden Dome’ plan needs Canada's help: Here's why

In a dramatic reversal, US President Donald Trump on Friday signalled conditional support for Japan-based Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion bid to acquire United States Steel Corp., calling it a “planned partnership” that would preserve the firm’s American identity, spark a wave of industrial investment, and generate tens of thousands of jobs.Announced via Trump’s Truth Social platform, the statement marks a pivotal moment in a contentious months-long battle over the future of the iconic US manufacturer. Though details remain scarce, Trump’s endorsement was widely interpreted as a green light for the merger, sending US Steel shares soaring 21 per cent to $52.01 and rising further in after-hours trading, close to the $55-per-share bid Nippon first offered in December 2023.&nbsp;New terms, same deal?&nbsp;Trump’s message emphasised that the company would “remain in America”, retain its headquarters in Pittsburgh, and receive at least $14 billion in investment from Nippon Steel over the next 14 months. He also claimed the partnership would create a minimum of 70,000 jobs.While Trump avoided using the word ‘approval’, his rhetoric marked a significant departure from previous opposition. Both he and former President Joe Biden had earlier expressed resistance to full foreign ownership of US Steel, citing national security concerns. Biden formally blocked the deal in January before leaving office, and Trump ordered a second national security review in April, led by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), which concluded this week.Media reports suggest that a standalone board, comprised mostly of American citizens, would govern its North American operations, overseen by federal regulators. Nippon has pledged major upgrades to mills in Indiana and Pennsylvania and proposed building a new plant at a yet-undisclosed location.The full ownership structure remains undefined, and negotiations are ongoing. Nevertheless, Trump is expected to tout the agreement at a campaign-style rally scheduled for May 30 at US Steel’s Pittsburgh facility.&nbsp;Union resistance lingers&nbsp;Despite the positive market response, strong resistance persists among organised labour. The United Steelworkers union (USW), which represents workers at US Steel plants across the Rust Belt, reiterated its opposition, citing Nippon Steel’s past history of undercutting US markets through cheap imports and trade law violations.“Our concern is still that Nippon, as a foreign company with a long and successful history of breaking our trade laws, will further degrade domestic steelmaking,” USW President David McCall said in a prior statement. The union has demanded deeper commitments on job protections and American control.Nippon has attempted to ease concerns by pledging not to lay off workers or close any plants before 2026 and by committing to honour existing labour contracts.&nbsp;Strategic stakes&nbsp;Beyond business, the deal carries significant geopolitical weight. Nippon’s acquisition bid is part of a broader push to offset declining demand in Japan by expanding global operations. For US Steel, the deal provides a financial and operational lifeline after years of underinvestment and shrinking market share.Pending final regulatory documentation and stakeholder negotiations, the transaction could close before the June 18 deadline. If finalised, it would mark one of the largest industrial takeovers in US history and set a powerful precedent for foreign investment in America’s core manufacturing sectors.&nbsp;(With inputs from agencies)

Trump’s endorsement was widely interpreted as a green light for the merger, sending US Steel shares soaring 21 per cent to $52.01 and rising further in after-hours trading, close to the $55-per-share bid Nippon first offered in December 2023.

In a dramatic reversal, US President Donald Trump on Friday signalled conditional support for Japan-based Nippon Steel’s $14.9 billion bid to acquire United States Steel Corp., calling it a “planned partnership” that would preserve the firm’s American identity, spark a wave of industrial investment, and generate tens of thousands of jobs. Announced via Trump’s Truth Social platform, the statement marks a pivotal moment in a contentious months-long battle over the future of the iconic US manufacturer. Though details remain scarce, Trump’s endorsement was widely interpreted as a green light for the merger, sending US Steel shares soaring 21 per cent to $52.01 and rising further in after-hours trading, close to the $55-per-share bid Nippon first offered in December 2023. New terms, same deal? Trump’s message emphasised that the company would “remain in America”, retain its headquarters in Pittsburgh, and receive at least $14 billion in investment from Nippon Steel over the next 14 months. He also claimed the partnership would create a minimum of 70,000 jobs. While Trump avoided using the word ‘approval’, his rhetoric marked a significant departure from previous opposition. Both he and former President Joe Biden had earlier expressed resistance to full foreign ownership of US Steel, citing national security concerns. Biden formally blocked the deal in January before leaving office, and Trump ordered a second national security review in April, led by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), which concluded this week. Media reports suggest that a standalone board, comprised mostly of American citizens, would govern its North American operations, overseen by federal regulators. Nippon has pledged major upgrades to mills in Indiana and Pennsylvania and proposed building a new plant at a yet-undisclosed location. The full ownership structure remains undefined, and negotiations are ongoing. Nevertheless, Trump is expected to tout the agreement at a campaign-style rally scheduled for May 30 at US Steel’s Pittsburgh facility. Union resistance lingers Despite the positive market response, strong resistance persists among organised labour. The United Steelworkers union (USW), which represents workers at US Steel plants across the Rust Belt, reiterated its opposition, citing Nippon Steel’s past history of undercutting US markets through cheap imports and trade law violations. “Our concern is still that Nippon, as a foreign company with a long and successful history of breaking our trade laws, will further degrade domestic steelmaking,” USW President David McCall said in a prior statement. The union has demanded deeper commitments on job protections and American control. Nippon has attempted to ease concerns by pledging not to lay off workers or close any plants before 2026 and by committing to honour existing labour contracts. Strategic stakes Beyond business, the deal carries significant geopolitical weight. Nippon’s acquisition bid is part of a broader push to offset declining demand in Japan by expanding global operations. For US Steel, the deal provides a financial and operational lifeline after years of underinvestment and shrinking market share. Pending final regulatory documentation and stakeholder negotiations, the transaction could close before the June 18 deadline. If finalised, it would mark one of the largest industrial takeovers in US history and set a powerful precedent for foreign investment in America’s core manufacturing sectors. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump’s endorsement was widely interpreted as a green light for the merger, sending US Steel shares soaring 21 per cent to $52.01 and rising further in after-hours trading, close to the $55-per-share bid Nippon first offered in December 2023.

Trump backs US Steel–Nippon ‘partnership’, triggers US steel share rally

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) found himself in an embarrassing situation as, in between his rant against Apple, his own iPhone buzzed not once but multiple times.<h2>An embarrassing situation for Trump</h2>On Friday, in the Oval Office, the US president lambasted iPhone maker Apple for its plans to shift some of its production to India. As he slammed Apple, Trump's phone, coincidentally an iPhone, rang not once but at least twice. Rejecting the calls in front of reporters, Trump, who, as per reports, "turned red", made the excuse that congressmen were calling him to congratulate his administration's successes.The faux pas did not go unnoticed. Sharing a video of the embarrassing moment on X, a user wrote: "YOU CAN’T MAKE THIS UP"."As soon as Trump trashed Apple for making phones overseas, his own iPhone started ringing and buzzing. Then he seemed to incorrectly swipe to answer it before clicking off, saying it was a congressman," they added.Watch the video here:

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">YOU CAN’T MAKE THIS UP. As soon as Trump trashed Apple for making phones overseas, his own iPhone started ringing and buzzing. Then he seemed to incorrectly swipe to answer it before clicking off, saying it was a congressman. He turned red so fast I wonder who it really was. 🤔 <a href="https://t.co/SFkODXOEqP">pic.twitter.com/SFkODXOEqP</a>&mdash; CALL TO ACTIVISM (@CalltoActivism) <a href="https://twitter.com/CalltoActivism/status/1925998745591709934?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 23, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump singles out Apple</h2>Singling out Apple, Trump announced that a 25 per cent tariff would be imposed on the company unless its devices are built in the US. He later expanded the threat to other phone manufacturers and told reporters, "It would be also Samsung and anybody that makes that product; otherwise it wouldn't be fair".Trump said that these tariffs would take effect by the "end of June".In a post on Truth Social, Trump wrote that he had “long ago informed Tim Cook of Apple that I expect their iPhones that will be sold in the United States of America will be manufactured and built in the United States, not India, or any place else.”

"If that is not the case, a tariff of at least 25 per cent must be paid by Apple to the US," added the US president. He also claimed that the Apple CEO&nbsp;assured him that "We're not interested in you building in India... we want you to build here and they're going to be upping their production in the United States."

On Friday, in the Oval Office, the US president lambasted iPhone maker Apple for its plans to shift some of its production to India. As he slammed Apple, Trump's phone, coincidentally an iPhone, rang not once but at least twice.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) found himself in an embarrassing situation as, in between his rant against Apple, his own iPhone buzzed not once but multiple times. An embarrassing situation for Trump On Friday, in the Oval Office, the US president lambasted iPhone maker Apple for its plans to shift some of its production to India. As he slammed Apple, Trump's phone, coincidentally an iPhone, rang not once but at least twice. Rejecting the calls in front of reporters, Trump, who, as per reports, "turned red", made the excuse that congressmen were calling him to congratulate his administration's successes. The faux pas did not go unnoticed. Sharing a video of the embarrassing moment on X, a user wrote: "YOU CAN’T MAKE THIS UP". "As soon as Trump trashed Apple for making phones overseas, his own iPhone started ringing and buzzing. Then he seemed to incorrectly swipe to answer it before clicking off, saying it was a congressman," they added. Watch the video here:

On Friday, in the Oval Office, the US president lambasted iPhone maker Apple for its plans to shift some of its production to India. As he slammed Apple, Trump's phone, coincidentally an iPhone, rang not once but at least twice.

Awkward! Trump's iPhone buzzes twice during his anti-Apple rant, leaving him red-faced. Watch video

US President Donald Trump on May 23 reignited fears of a transatlantic trade war, announcing plans to impose a 50 per cent tariff on all European Union (EU) imports starting June 1, unless the bloc makes major concessions in ongoing trade talks.The surprise move, made via Trump’s Truth Social account, sent shockwaves through global financial markets and drew sharp rebukes from EU leaders. The announcement comes as negotiations between Washington and Brussels have stalled, with the US pushing for more favourable terms for the trade deal and the EU resisting unilateral demands.In his post on Truth Social, Trump said, “The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on trade, has been very difficult to deal with. Their powerful trade barriers, VAT taxes, ridiculous corporate penalties, non-monetary trade barriers, monetary manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits against American companies, and more have led to a trade deficit with the US of more than $250,000,000 a year, a number which is totally unacceptable.”“Our discussions with them are going nowhere! Therefore, I am recommending a straight 50 per cent tariff on the European Union, starting on June 1, 2025. There is no tariff if the product is built or manufactured in the United States,” he added.The comments marked a dramatic shift after weeks of de-escalation and a temporary 90-day pause in reciprocal tariffs that had offered a brief reprieve for global markets.The markets responded with immediate volatility. US and European stocks plunged, with Germany’s DAX down 2.4 per cent, France’s CAC falling 2.2 per cent, and the STOXX600 sliding 1.7 per cent. The US dollar weakened sharply, while gold prices surged as investors sought safety. US Treasury yields also fell amid fears of a potential economic slowdown.The White House’s plan to double down on tariffs was reportedly driven by frustration over slow EU negotiations. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the president is dissatisfied with the EU’s offers.“The president believes the EU’s proposals have not matched the quality of offers we’ve seen from other key partners,” Bessent told Fox News. “I would hope this would light a fire under the EU.”The proposed tariff also threatens to raise costs for a broad swath of consumer and industrial goods in the United States, ranging from German cars to Italian olive oil and French cosmetics. In 2024, the EU exported goods worth approximately €500 billion ($566 billion) to the US, led by Germany (€161 billion), Ireland (€72 billion), and Italy (€65 billion). Many of these goods are crucial components in American manufacturing supply chains.Ocean freight data from logistics platforms indicate that after a dip earlier in the year, EU-to-US shipments had begun to recover. Analysts now warn that the threat of a 50 per cent tariff could cause ocean freight orders to contract again, complicating logistics and increasing costs for US-based producers.The US ran a $236 billion goods trade deficit with the EU in 2024, according to data from the Commerce Department, with key imports including automobiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and aircraft components.American manufacturers have already raised concerns that key inputs from Europe would become significantly more expensive. This could erode competitiveness, delay production timelines, and reduce investment incentives for companies that rely on transatlantic supply chains.Trump had previously lowered his 145 per cent tariff on Chinese goods to 30 per cent and retained a 10 per cent baseline tariff on most global imports. The 50 per cent figure now proposed for the EU significantly exceeds previous reciprocal tariffs, which had peaked at 20 per cent earlier this year.&nbsp;EU pushes back&nbsp;European leaders swiftly denounced the move and warned of possible retaliation. EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič emphasised that Brussels remains committed to a deal but will defend its interests if provoked.“EU-US trade must be guided by mutual respect, not threats,” Šefčovič posted on X. “We stand ready to defend our interests.”French Trade Minister Laurent Saint-Martin criticised Trump’s comments as “unhelpful”, and Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin warned the tariffs would “grievously damage one of the world’s most dynamic and significant trading relationships.”The EU has already paused tariffs on €23 billion ($26.15 billion) worth of US goods and has prepared up to €95 billion ($1.08 trillion) in countermeasures if talks fail. These could affect sectors ranging from aviation to spirits and technology services—a crucial part of the US economy.Julian Hinz, a researcher at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, estimated that a 50 per cent tariff could reduce US GDP by 1.5 per cent, while Capital Economics projected Ireland, the EU’s most trade-dependent country with the US, could see a 4 per cent hit to its economy.&nbsp;Strategic tensions and policy uncertainty&nbsp;Beyond the economic costs, the proposed tariffs have strategic implications. The Trump administration is pushing the EU to align more closely with US policy on China, including coordinated tariffs on Chinese goods and curbs on market access. However, EU policymakers have been cautious, concerned that a confrontational stance toward China could hurt their own export-dependent economies.The US has also expressed frustration over Europe's insistence on mutual tariff reductions and its proposed digital services taxes targeting American technology giants. Negotiations have been hindered by the EU’s need to secure consensus among its 27 member states, a process that the Trump administration views as too slow and fragmented.Experts say the lack of a clear negotiating framework and Trump’s erratic style add further uncertainty. In prior trade disputes, such as with China and Mexico, Trump has escalated tariffs quickly and then reversed course when faced with market backlash. The unpredictability has made long-term planning difficult for companies and weakened confidence in the US as a stable trade partner.The broader geopolitical context also looms large. With tensions rising across multiple fronts, including with China, Mexico, and now the EU, analysts warn that prolonged tariff battles could result in global supply chain disruptions and a downturn in cross-border investment.&nbsp;Deadline pressure and potential economic fallout&nbsp;The June 1 deadline now looms as a critical flashpoint in global trade. While trade talks are expected to continue in Paris, the positions remain far apart. The EU has already suspended tariffs on $26 billion worth of US goods and has prepared retaliatory measures on up to $108 billion in exports should negotiations break down.Economic projections underscore the stakes. The Kiel Institute for the World Economy estimates a potential 1.5 per cent drop in US GDP if the tariff is implemented. Capital Economics projects that Ireland could see a 4 per cent hit to its output, with Germany, Italy, France, and Spain also suffering notable slowdowns.Adding to the fragility, Moody’s recently downgraded the US credit outlook, citing concerns about rising debt and the erratic nature of trade and fiscal policy. With a $36 trillion debt burden and uncertainty surrounding the future of US tax policy, investor sentiment remains fragile.As June 1 approaches, businesses, policymakers, and financial markets are bracing for what could become the most disruptive episode in US-EU trade relations in decades. Whether the tariff is ultimately a bargaining tactic or a firm policy shift, the fallout—economic, political, and strategic—could reshape transatlantic commerce well beyond 2025.

Economic projections estimate a potential 1.5 per cent drop in US GDP if the tariff is implemented and Capital Economics projects that Ireland could see a 4 per cent hit to its output, with Germany, Italy, France, and Spain also suffering notable slowdowns.

US President Donald Trump on May 23 reignited fears of a transatlantic trade war, announcing plans to impose a 50 per cent tariff on all European Union (EU) imports starting June 1, unless the bloc makes major concessions in ongoing trade talks. The surprise move, made via Trump’s Truth Social account, sent shockwaves through global financial markets and drew sharp rebukes from EU leaders. The announcement comes as negotiations between Washington and Brussels have stalled, with the US pushing for more favourable terms for the trade deal and the EU resisting unilateral demands. In his post on Truth Social, Trump said, “The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on trade, has been very difficult to deal with. Their powerful trade barriers, VAT taxes, ridiculous corporate penalties, non-monetary trade barriers, monetary manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits against American companies, and more have led to a trade deficit with the US of more than $250,000,000 a year, a number which is totally unacceptable.” “Our discussions with them are going nowhere! Therefore, I am recommending a straight 50 per cent tariff on the European Union, starting on June 1, 2025. There is no tariff if the product is built or manufactured in the United States,” he added. The comments marked a dramatic shift after weeks of de-escalation and a temporary 90-day pause in reciprocal tariffs that had offered a brief reprieve for global markets. The markets responded with immediate volatility. US and European stocks plunged, with Germany’s DAX down 2.4 per cent, France’s CAC falling 2.2 per cent, and the STOXX600 sliding 1.7 per cent. The US dollar weakened sharply, while gold prices surged as investors sought safety. US Treasury yields also fell amid fears of a potential economic slowdown. The White House’s plan to double down on tariffs was reportedly driven by frustration over slow EU negotiations. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the president is dissatisfied with the EU’s offers. “The president believes the EU’s proposals have not matched the quality of offers we’ve seen from other key partners,” Bessent told Fox News. “I would hope this would light a fire under the EU.” The proposed tariff also threatens to raise costs for a broad swath of consumer and industrial goods in the United States, ranging from German cars to Italian olive oil and French cosmetics. In 2024, the EU exported goods worth approximately €500 billion ($566 billion) to the US, led by Germany (€161 billion), Ireland (€72 billion), and Italy (€65 billion). Many of these goods are crucial components in American manufacturing supply chains. Ocean freight data from logistics platforms indicate that after a dip earlier in the year, EU-to-US shipments had begun to recover. Analysts now warn that the threat of a 50 per cent tariff could cause ocean freight orders to contract again, complicating logistics and increasing costs for US-based producers. The US ran a $236 billion goods trade deficit with the EU in 2024, according to data from the Commerce Department, with key imports including automobiles, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and aircraft components. American manufacturers have already raised concerns that key inputs from Europe would become significantly more expensive. This could erode competitiveness, delay production timelines, and reduce investment incentives for companies that rely on transatlantic supply chains. Trump had previously lowered his 145 per cent tariff on Chinese goods to 30 per cent and retained a 10 per cent baseline tariff on most global imports. The 50 per cent figure now proposed for the EU significantly exceeds previous reciprocal tariffs, which had peaked at 20 per cent earlier this year. EU pushes back European leaders swiftly denounced the move and warned of possible retaliation. EU trade chief Maroš Šefčovič emphasised that Brussels remains committed to a deal but will defend its interests if provoked. “EU-US trade must be guided by mutual respect, not threats,” Šefčovič posted on X. “We stand ready to defend our interests.” French Trade Minister Laurent Saint-Martin criticised Trump’s comments as “unhelpful”, and Irish Prime Minister Micheál Martin warned the tariffs would “grievously damage one of the world’s most dynamic and significant trading relationships.” The EU has already paused tariffs on €23 billion ($26.15 billion) worth of US goods and has prepared up to €95 billion ($1.08 trillion) in countermeasures if talks fail. These could affect sectors ranging from aviation to spirits and technology services—a crucial part of the US economy. Julian Hinz, a researcher at the Kiel Institute for the World Economy, estimated that a 50 per cent tariff could reduce US GDP by 1.5 per cent, while Capital Economics projected Ireland, the EU’s most trade-dependent country with the US, could see a 4 per cent hit to its economy. Strategic tensions and policy uncertainty Beyond the economic costs, the proposed tariffs have strategic implications. The Trump administration is pushing the EU to align more closely with US policy on China, including coordinated tariffs on Chinese goods and curbs on market access. However, EU policymakers have been cautious, concerned that a confrontational stance toward China could hurt their own export-dependent economies. The US has also expressed frustration over Europe's insistence on mutual tariff reductions and its proposed digital services taxes targeting American technology giants. Negotiations have been hindered by the EU’s need to secure consensus among its 27 member states, a process that the Trump administration views as too slow and fragmented. Experts say the lack of a clear negotiating framework and Trump’s erratic style add further uncertainty. In prior trade disputes, such as with China and Mexico, Trump has escalated tariffs quickly and then reversed course when faced with market backlash. The unpredictability has made long-term planning difficult for companies and weakened confidence in the US as a stable trade partner. The broader geopolitical context also looms large. With tensions rising across multiple fronts, including with China, Mexico, and now the EU, analysts warn that prolonged tariff battles could result in global supply chain disruptions and a downturn in cross-border investment. Deadline pressure and potential economic fallout The June 1 deadline now looms as a critical flashpoint in global trade. While trade talks are expected to continue in Paris, the positions remain far apart. The EU has already suspended tariffs on $26 billion worth of US goods and has prepared retaliatory measures on up to $108 billion in exports should negotiations break down. Economic projections underscore the stakes. The Kiel Institute for the World Economy estimates a potential 1.5 per cent drop in US GDP if the tariff is implemented. Capital Economics projects that Ireland could see a 4 per cent hit to its output, with Germany, Italy, France, and Spain also suffering notable slowdowns. Adding to the fragility, Moody’s recently downgraded the US credit outlook, citing concerns about rising debt and the erratic nature of trade and fiscal policy. With a $36 trillion debt burden and uncertainty surrounding the future of US tax policy, investor sentiment remains fragile. As June 1 approaches, businesses, policymakers, and financial markets are bracing for what could become the most disruptive episode in US-EU trade relations in decades. Whether the tariff is ultimately a bargaining tactic or a firm policy shift, the fallout—economic, political, and strategic—could reshape transatlantic commerce well beyond 2025.

Economic projections estimate a potential 1.5 per cent drop in US GDP if the tariff is implemented and Capital Economics projects that Ireland could see a 4 per cent hit to its output, with Germany, Italy, France, and Spain also suffering notable slowdowns.

Trade war reload: Trump threatens EU with massive tariff

Shortly after calling for a 50 per cent tariff on the European Union, which will start from June 1, President Trump said there is no tariff.&nbsp;During an executive order signing, a Fox News reporter asked, “Mr President, you are a deal maker, deal breaker, what are you trying to achieve with a 50 per cent tariff on the EU?"President Trump replied, “Well, I think there is no tariff, what they will do, they will send their companies into the US and build their plants…if they built their plant here, then they have no tariff at all."When the reporter again asked if he is looking for a deal in nine days, Trump replied, “I am not looking for a deal, we have set the deal at 50 per cent."“The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with,” Trump wrote on Truth Social.&nbsp;Trump is not actually trying to make a deal. He is just threatening a massive tariff and hoping Europe caves so their companies come crawling to the US.&nbsp;The EU “has been very difficult to deal with,” Trump wrote of the 27-nation bloc. “Our discussions with them are going nowhere!”“It's time we play the game the way I know how to play the game,” said Trump.“EU-US trade is unmatched &amp; must be guided by mutual respect, not threats. We stand ready to defend our interests,” said the EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic.&nbsp;It will take numerous years for companies to move their facilities to the US and the cost will be massive. Corporations will just pass the cost on to the consumer. Critics argue that this economic intimidation and the sentiment that companies will cave under US pressure is just wishful thinking.&nbsp;

After announcing a 50% tariff on the EU starting June 1, Donald Trump claimed there is “no tariff” if companies relocate to the US. Critics call it economic intimidation, while the EU vows to defend its interests.

Shortly after calling for a 50 per cent tariff on the European Union, which will start from June 1, President Trump said there is no tariff. During an executive order signing, a Fox News reporter asked, “Mr President, you are a deal maker, deal breaker, what are you trying to achieve with a 50 per cent tariff on the EU?" President Trump replied, “Well, I think there is no tariff, what they will do, they will send their companies into the US and build their plants…if they built their plant here, then they have no tariff at all." When the reporter again asked if he is looking for a deal in nine days, Trump replied, “I am not looking for a deal, we have set the deal at 50 per cent." “The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with,” Trump wrote on Truth Social. Trump is not actually trying to make a deal. He is just threatening a massive tariff and hoping Europe caves so their companies come crawling to the US. The EU “has been very difficult to deal with,” Trump wrote of the 27-nation bloc. “Our discussions with them are going nowhere!” “It's time we play the game the way I know how to play the game,” said Trump. “EU-US trade is unmatched & must be guided by mutual respect, not threats. We stand ready to defend our interests,” said the EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic. It will take numerous years for companies to move their facilities to the US and the cost will be massive. Corporations will just pass the cost on to the consumer. Critics argue that this economic intimidation and the sentiment that companies will cave under US pressure is just wishful thinking.

After announcing a 50% tariff on the EU starting June 1, Donald Trump claimed there is “no tariff” if companies relocate to the US. Critics call it economic intimidation, while the EU vows to defend its interests.

There is no tariff- Except the 50% one that’s totally non-negotiable: Trump on EU tariff

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) signed executive orders that seek to increase America's production of nuclear power by 300 per cent in the next 25 years.&nbsp;On Friday, May 23, in a joint press conference in Berlin with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, a journalist asked Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar if he was disappointed that the German government initially didn't support Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;A recent study by the University of Edinburgh has claimed that the COVID-19 did not originated from Wuhan, China.&nbsp;&nbsp;Click on the headlines to read more&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-hot-industry-trump-signs-executive-order-to-boost-us-nuclear-power-production-by-300-in-next-25-years-critics-call-it-guillotine-to-safety-1748057069218">Trump signs executive order to boost US' nuclear power by 300% in next 25 years; critics call it 'guillotine' to safety</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250524/image-1748057470494.png?width=1200&amp;height=675&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Trump signs executive order to boost US' nuclear power by 300% in next 25 years; critics call it 'guillotine' to safety"></figure>US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) signed executive orders that seek to increase America's production of nuclear power by 300 per cent in the next 25 years. <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/eam-s-jaishankar-responds-to-german-journalist-s-claim-of-germany-not-supporting-operation-sindoor-initially-1748052022482">EAM S Jaishankar responds to German journalist's claim of Germany not supporting Operation Sindoor initially</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250524/image-1748056561296.jpg?width=1920&amp;height=1080&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="EAM S Jaishankar responds to German journalist's claim of Germany not supporting Operation Sindoor initially"></figure>On Friday, May 23, in a joint press conference in Berlin with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, a journalist asked Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar if he was disappointed that the German government initially didn't support Operation Sindoor.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/covid-19-did-not-originate-from-china-new-study-opposes-trump-s-lab-leak-theory-1748056085386">COVID-19 did not originate from China? New study opposes Trump's 'lab-leak theory'</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250524/image-1748056365816.jpg?width=275&amp;height=155&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="COVID-19 did not originate from China? New study opposes Trump's 'lab-leak theory'"></figure>A recent study by the University of Edinburgh has claimed that the COVID-19 did not originated from Wuhan, China. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Cell on May 7, involved researchers from 20 institutions across the US, Europe, and Asia.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-michelle-obama-just-drop-divorce-hints-as-she-flirts-with-airbnb-ceo-if-i-m-a-single-girl-1748057964851">Did Michelle Obama just drop 'divorce hints' as she 'flirts' with Airbnb CEO? 'If I'm a single girl...'</a><figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250524/image-1748058672052.jpg?width=650&amp;height=366&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Did Michelle Obama just drop 'divorce hints' as she 'flirts' with Airbnb CEO? 'If I'm a single girl...'"></figure>Former first lady of US, Michelle Obama, sparked divorce rumours once again after she was “flirting” with the Airbnb CEO, Brian Chesky. The divorce rumours of Michelle and Barack Obama started surfacing on the internet a few months back.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

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US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) signed executive orders that seek to increase America's production of nuclear power by 300 per cent in the next 25 years. On Friday, May 23, in a joint press conference in Berlin with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, a journalist asked Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar if he was disappointed that the German government initially didn't support Operation Sindoor. A recent study by the University of Edinburgh has claimed that the COVID-19 did not originated from Wuhan, China. Click on the headlines to read more Trump signs executive order to boost US' nuclear power by 300% in next 25 years; critics call it 'guillotine' to safety US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) signed executive orders that seek to increase America's production of nuclear power by 300 per cent in the next 25 years. EAM S Jaishankar responds to German journalist's claim of Germany not supporting Operation Sindoor initially On Friday, May 23, in a joint press conference in Berlin with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, a journalist asked Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar if he was disappointed that the German government initially didn't support Operation Sindoor. COVID-19 did not originate from China? New study opposes Trump's 'lab-leak theory' A recent study by the University of Edinburgh has claimed that the COVID-19 did not originated from Wuhan, China. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Cell on May 7, involved researchers from 20 institutions across the US, Europe, and Asia. Did Michelle Obama just drop 'divorce hints' as she 'flirts' with Airbnb CEO? 'If I'm a single girl...' Former first lady of US, Michelle Obama, sparked divorce rumours once again after she was “flirting” with the Airbnb CEO, Brian Chesky. The divorce rumours of Michelle and Barack Obama started surfacing on the internet a few months back.

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US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) signed executive orders that seek to increase America's production of nuclear power by 300 per cent in the next 25 years.Surrounded by industry executives at the Oval Office, Trump, while signing the executive order, called nuclear a "hot industry" and said that it was "time for nuclear, and we're going to do it very big".Trump's order, as per an AP report, calls for the Energy and Defence departments to evaluate the feasibility of restarting closed nuclear power plants and explore building reactors on federally owned land, including military bases.'Overregulated industry'Lauding the order, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, who chairs Trump's newly formed Energy Dominance Council, said: "Mark this day on your calendar. This is going to turn the clock back on over 50 years of overregulation of an industry".<h2>What's changing in US's nuclear production?</h2>To speed up the development of nuclear power in the US, Trump's executive order grants the US energy secretary the authority to approve some advanced reactor designs and projects. To do this, it took away the authority from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the independent safety agency that has regulated the US nuclear industry for 50 years.Targeting "overregulation", the order would reorganise the NRC to ensure quicker reviews of nuclear projects; it sets an 18-month deadline for the safety agency to act on industry applications. Reorganising NRC would include significant staffing reductions, but it does not intend to fire the commissioners who lead the agency.It also creates a pilot programme with a 13-month deadline—until 4 July 2026—to bring three new experimental reactors online.Furthermore, Trump's executive order invokes the Defence Production Act to allow for emergency measures to ensure that the US has enough uranium and other reactor fuel for the modernised nuclear energy sector.<h2>Critics voice concerns</h2>Voicing their trepidations, critics warn that the order could compromise safety and potentially violate legal frameworks like the Atomic Energy Act.Slamming the order, Gregory Jaczko, who led the NRC under President Barack Obama, labelled the executive orders a "guillotine to the nation’s nuclear safety system" and said that they look like someone asked an AI chatbot, “How do we make the nuclear industry worse in this country?” &nbsp;

Surrounded by industry executives at the Oval Office, Trump, while signing the executive order, called nuclear a hot industry and said that it was time for nuclear, and we are going to do it very big.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) signed executive orders that seek to increase America's production of nuclear power by 300 per cent in the next 25 years. Surrounded by industry executives at the Oval Office, Trump, while signing the executive order, called nuclear a "hot industry" and said that it was "time for nuclear, and we're going to do it very big". Trump's order, as per an AP report, calls for the Energy and Defence departments to evaluate the feasibility of restarting closed nuclear power plants and explore building reactors on federally owned land, including military bases. 'Overregulated industry' Lauding the order, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, who chairs Trump's newly formed Energy Dominance Council, said: "Mark this day on your calendar. This is going to turn the clock back on over 50 years of overregulation of an industry". What's changing in US's nuclear production? To speed up the development of nuclear power in the US, Trump's executive order grants the US energy secretary the authority to approve some advanced reactor designs and projects. To do this, it took away the authority from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, the independent safety agency that has regulated the US nuclear industry for 50 years. Targeting "overregulation", the order would reorganise the NRC to ensure quicker reviews of nuclear projects; it sets an 18-month deadline for the safety agency to act on industry applications. Reorganising NRC would include significant staffing reductions, but it does not intend to fire the commissioners who lead the agency. It also creates a pilot programme with a 13-month deadline—until 4 July 2026—to bring three new experimental reactors online. Furthermore, Trump's executive order invokes the Defence Production Act to allow for emergency measures to ensure that the US has enough uranium and other reactor fuel for the modernised nuclear energy sector. Critics voice concerns Voicing their trepidations, critics warn that the order could compromise safety and potentially violate legal frameworks like the Atomic Energy Act. Slamming the order, Gregory Jaczko, who led the NRC under President Barack Obama, labelled the executive orders a "guillotine to the nation’s nuclear safety system" and said that they look like someone asked an AI chatbot, “How do we make the nuclear industry worse in this country?”

Surrounded by industry executives at the Oval Office, Trump, while signing the executive order, called nuclear a "hot industry" and said that it was "time for nuclear, and we're going to do it very big".

Trump signs executive order to boost US nuclear power by 300% in next 25 years; critics call it 'guillotine' to safety

A recent study by the University of Edinburgh has claimed that the COVID-19 did not originated from Wuhan, China. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Cell on May 7, involved researchers from 20 institutions across the US, Europe, and Asia. The new study has now challenged the "lab-leak theory" of the US President Donald Trump.&nbsp;The Edinburgh study explained&nbsp; A team of researchers analysed around 167 bat coronavirus genomes and traced the origins of the virus that causes COVID-19 to bat populations in northern Laos and southwest China’s Yunnan province. The new findings by the study has now countered the claims by the White House in April this year. US emphasised on its claim that COVID-19 was originated from China by launching a website.The researchers of the study looked at the genomes of sarbecoviruses – coronaviruses that can cause severe respiratory illness. This included the Sars-CoV-2, which caused the COVID-19 pandemic. Trump's 'lab-leak theory'&nbsp;Amid the tariff war with China, Donald Trump brought back the controversial COVID-19 lab-leak theory in the discussion in April. The White House even refreshed an existing website on the virus. Previously, the website was dedicated to information around vaccination and testing of the COVID-19 virus, but now it boldly claims that the virus, which set the entire world on a pause in 2020, was a result of a lab accident primarily from China's Wuhan.The website primarily criticised the “The Proximal Origin of SARS-CoV-2,” a study against the lab-leak theory. &nbsp;&nbsp;Trump's 'evidence' of ‘lab-leak theory’ Not just claims, the White House even explained five key points to support the claims that the virus was a result of a lab leak.1. The website claimed that the COVID-19 virus has biological elements that are not typically found in nature.2. As per data, all the COVID-19 cases can be traced back to a single human introduction, not like previous pandemics, where multiple spillovers took place.3. The location of the epicentre of the virus outbreak is near the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV).4. Several WIV researchers showed symptoms similar to COVID-19 in late 2019, months before the virus was linked to a wet market in Wuhan.5. The website further said that if the virus had originated naturally, the evidence supporting the claim would have emerged by now, but they haven't.&nbsp;

The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Cell on May 7, involved researchers from 20 institutions across the US, Europe, and Asia. The new study has now challenged the lab-leak theory of the US President Donald Trump.

A recent study by the University of Edinburgh has claimed that the COVID-19 did not originated from Wuhan, China. The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Cell on May 7, involved researchers from 20 institutions across the US, Europe, and Asia. The new study has now challenged the "lab-leak theory" of the US President Donald Trump. The Edinburgh study explained A team of researchers analysed around 167 bat coronavirus genomes and traced the origins of the virus that causes COVID-19 to bat populations in northern Laos and southwest China’s Yunnan province. The new findings by the study has now countered the claims by the White House in April this year. US emphasised on its claim that COVID-19 was originated from China by launching a website. The researchers of the study looked at the genomes of sarbecoviruses – coronaviruses that can cause severe respiratory illness. This included the Sars-CoV-2, which caused the COVID-19 pandemic. Trump's 'lab-leak theory' Amid the tariff war with China, Donald Trump brought back the controversial COVID-19 lab-leak theory in the discussion in April. The White House even refreshed an existing website on the virus. Previously, the website was dedicated to information around vaccination and testing of the COVID-19 virus, but now it boldly claims that the virus, which set the entire world on a pause in 2020, was a result of a lab accident primarily from China's Wuhan. The website primarily criticised the “The Proximal Origin of SARS-CoV-2,” a study against the lab-leak theory. Trump's 'evidence' of ‘lab-leak theory’ Not just claims, the White House even explained five key points to support the claims that the virus was a result of a lab leak. 1. The website claimed that the COVID-19 virus has biological elements that are not typically found in nature. 2. As per data, all the COVID-19 cases can be traced back to a single human introduction, not like previous pandemics, where multiple spillovers took place. 3. The location of the epicentre of the virus outbreak is near the Wuhan Institute of Virology (WIV). 4. Several WIV researchers showed symptoms similar to COVID-19 in late 2019, months before the virus was linked to a wet market in Wuhan. 5. The website further said that if the virus had originated naturally, the evidence supporting the claim would have emerged by now, but they haven't.

The study, published in the peer-reviewed journal Cell on May 7, involved researchers from 20 institutions across the US, Europe, and Asia. The new study has now challenged the "lab-leak theory" of the US President Donald Trump.

COVID-19 did not originate from China? New study opposes Trump's 'lab-leak theory'

A US federal judge on Friday (May 23) temporarily stopped the Trump administration from blocking Harvard University’s ability to enrol foreign students, just hours after the Ivy League institution challenged the decision in court.The ruling came from US District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama. She issued a temporary restraining order, putting the new policy on hold for now.<h2>Harvard called the move unconstitutional and dangerous</h2>Harvard had swiftly filed a lawsuit in Boston federal court, calling the government’s action a “blatant violation” of the US Constitution and federal law. The university argued that the decision would harm both its academic integrity and the thousands of foreign students it welcomes every year.“With the stroke of a pen, the government has sought to erase a quarter of Harvard’s student body, international students who contribute significantly to the University and its mission,” the lawsuit stated.“Without its international students, Harvard is not Harvard,” the complaint added.<h2>Over 7,000 students could have been affected</h2>Harvard warned that the sudden policy shift would have an “immediate and devastating effect” on more than 7,000 international students currently holding visas. The administration’s directive was announced just a day before the lawsuit was filed, leaving many students in limbo.The university also stressed that such students are essential not only to its academic and cultural life but also to its global reputation.

The ruling came from US District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama. She issued a temporary restraining order, putting the new policy on hold for now.

A US federal judge on Friday (May 23) temporarily stopped the Trump administration from blocking Harvard University’s ability to enrol foreign students, just hours after the Ivy League institution challenged the decision in court. The ruling came from US District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama. She issued a temporary restraining order, putting the new policy on hold for now. Harvard called the move unconstitutional and dangerous Harvard had swiftly filed a lawsuit in Boston federal court, calling the government’s action a “blatant violation” of the US Constitution and federal law. The university argued that the decision would harm both its academic integrity and the thousands of foreign students it welcomes every year. “With the stroke of a pen, the government has sought to erase a quarter of Harvard’s student body, international students who contribute significantly to the University and its mission,” the lawsuit stated. “Without its international students, Harvard is not Harvard,” the complaint added. Over 7,000 students could have been affected Harvard warned that the sudden policy shift would have an “immediate and devastating effect” on more than 7,000 international students currently holding visas. The administration’s directive was announced just a day before the lawsuit was filed, leaving many students in limbo. The university also stressed that such students are essential not only to its academic and cultural life but also to its global reputation.

The ruling came from US District Judge Allison Burroughs in Boston, who was appointed by former President Barack Obama. She issued a temporary restraining order, putting the new policy on hold for now.

‘Without international students, Harvard is not Harvard’: US Judge blocks Trump’s move to stop Harvard from enrolling foreign students

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) claimed that the European Union has been ‘very difficult’ to deal with in the trade talks and that the current US trade in goods deficit is “totally unacceptable” and announced 50 per cent tariffs on EU from June 1, 2025. Trump took to Truth Social and wrote, "The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with."Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-s-big-warning-to-apple-make-iphones-in-us-not-in-india-or-face-25-tariffs-1748001761590">Trump's BIG warning to Apple: Make iPhones in US, not in India or face 25% tariffs</a> Taking aim at the so-called 'Trade Barriers' put up by the European Union, he wrote, “Their powerful Trade Barriers, VAT taxes, ridiculous Corporate Penalties, Non-Monetary Trade Barriers, Monetary Manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits against American companies, and more, have led to a Trade Deficit with the U.S. of more than $250,000,000 a year, a number which is totally unacceptable. Our discussions with them are going nowhere!”&nbsp;

"Therefore, I am recommending a straight 50% Tariff on the European Union, starting on June 1, 2025. There is no Tariff if the product is built or manufactured in the United States," Trump added.The EU Commission declined to comment on US President Donald Trump’s comments. The Commission said it would wait for a phone call between EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic and his US counterpart Jamieson Greer to take place at 15:00 GMT.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-prisoner-swap-news-today-donald-trump-ceasefire-truth-social-1747998350644">Trump hints at 'something big' between Russia and Ukraine, hails major prisoner swap - Does this mean ceasefire is close?</a><h2>European markets fall</h2>Minutes after the US president's announcement European stock markets slid down. Germany’s DAX fell by 1.9%, while Italy’s FTSE MIB has lost 2%.The Stoxx 600 Banks Index, which tracks bank shares in Europe, went down by 1.7%.In London, the FTSE 100 index of blue-chip shares dropped 1.1%, as the trade war rose again.

Trump took to Truth Social and wrote, "The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with."

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) claimed that the European Union has been ‘very difficult’ to deal with in the trade talks and that the current US trade in goods deficit is “totally unacceptable” and announced 50 per cent tariffs on EU from June 1, 2025. Trump took to Truth Social and wrote, "The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with." Also read: Trump's BIG warning to Apple: Make iPhones in US, not in India or face 25% tariffs Taking aim at the so-called 'Trade Barriers' put up by the European Union, he wrote, “Their powerful Trade Barriers, VAT taxes, ridiculous Corporate Penalties, Non-Monetary Trade Barriers, Monetary Manipulations, unfair and unjustified lawsuits against American companies, and more, have led to a Trade Deficit with the U.S. of more than $250,000,000 a year, a number which is totally unacceptable. Our discussions with them are going nowhere!”

Trump took to Truth Social and wrote, “The European Union, which was formed for the primary purpose of taking advantage of the United States on TRADE, has been very difficult to deal with.”

US–EU trade war? Trump slaps 50% tariffs on European Union, calls it ‘very difficult to deal with’

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) announced that a large prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine had been finalised.“A major prisoners swap was just completed between Russia and Ukraine. It will go into effect shortly. Congratulations to both sides on this negotiation. This could lead to something big???” Trump posted on his platform, Truth Social.The development follows direct talks between Moscow and Kyiv held earlier this month in Istanbul, the first such discussions between the two countries in more than three years.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/opinions/russia-ukraine-war-trumps-ukraine-peace-plan-isnt-about-peace-its-a-pr-stunt-8862762">Trump’s Ukraine ‘peace’ plan isn’t about peace. It’s a PR stunt</a><h2>1,000 prisoners listed for exchange</h2>According to Ukrainian military intelligence officials, Kyiv had submitted a list of 1,000 prisoners of war to Russia as part of the agreement. The Russian side also confirmed receiving the list.So far this month, both sides have already exchanged 205 captured soldiers, reflecting continued efforts to maintain prisoner swaps despite the ongoing war.These negotiations are part of a series of exchanges that have taken place since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-tried-to-use-zelensky-against-biden-but-it-backfired-what-fueled-his-anger-towards-terrible-ukraine-8769285">Trump tried to use Zelensky against Biden but&nbsp;it&nbsp;backfired&nbsp;-&nbsp;What fueled his anger towards 'terrible'&nbsp;Ukraine</a><h2>Ukraine’s call for ceasefire turned down</h2>During the Istanbul discussions, Ukraine had also requested a 30-day ceasefire. However, Moscow rejected the proposal.Ukrainian representatives stressed the importance of reaching an immediate ceasefire through diplomatic means, stating this was in line with suggestions made by the US, European partners, and other countries.Russia's lead negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, said both parties had agreed to “present their vision of a possible future ceasefire”.<h2>Trump and Putin discussed separate swap with US</h2>In a separate development, the Kremlin confirmed this week that President Putin and Donald Trump had spoken about a potential prisoner exchange between Russia and the United States. Further details on that discussion remain limited.

“A major prisoners swap was just completed between Russia and Ukraine. It will go into effect shortly. Congratulations to both sides on this negotiation. This could lead to something big???” Trump posted on his platform, Truth Social.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (May 23) announced that a large prisoner swap between Russia and Ukraine had been finalised. “A major prisoners swap was just completed between Russia and Ukraine. It will go into effect shortly. Congratulations to both sides on this negotiation. This could lead to something big???” Trump posted on his platform, Truth Social. The development follows direct talks between Moscow and Kyiv held earlier this month in Istanbul, the first such discussions between the two countries in more than three years. Also read: Trump’s Ukraine ‘peace’ plan isn’t about peace. It’s a PR stunt 1,000 prisoners listed for exchange According to Ukrainian military intelligence officials, Kyiv had submitted a list of 1,000 prisoners of war to Russia as part of the agreement. The Russian side also confirmed receiving the list. So far this month, both sides have already exchanged 205 captured soldiers, reflecting continued efforts to maintain prisoner swaps despite the ongoing war. These negotiations are part of a series of exchanges that have taken place since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022. Also read: Trump tried to use Zelensky against Biden but it backfired - What fueled his anger towards 'terrible' Ukraine Ukraine’s call for ceasefire turned down During the Istanbul discussions, Ukraine had also requested a 30-day ceasefire. However, Moscow rejected the proposal. Ukrainian representatives stressed the importance of reaching an immediate ceasefire through diplomatic means, stating this was in line with suggestions made by the US, European partners, and other countries. Russia's lead negotiator, Vladimir Medinsky, said both parties had agreed to “present their vision of a possible future ceasefire”. Trump and Putin discussed separate swap with US In a separate development, the Kremlin confirmed this week that President Putin and Donald Trump had spoken about a potential prisoner exchange between Russia and the United States. Further details on that discussion remain limited.

“A major prisoners swap was just completed between Russia and Ukraine. It will go into effect shortly. Congratulations to both sides on this negotiation. This could lead to something big???” Trump posted on his platform, Truth Social.

Trump hints at 'something big' between Russia and Ukraine, hails major prisoner swap  - Does this mean ceasefire is close?

United States President Donald Trump hosted an exclusive dinner on May 22 at his Northern Virginia golf club, gathering 220 of the top investors in his newly launched cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, for a lavish affair that blurred the lines between presidential duty, personal profit, and political power.The event, touted by organisers as “the most exclusive invitation”, came just months after the debut of the Trump-themed memecoin, which skyrocketed in value upon release but has since dropped nearly 80 per cent from its peak. Still, the coin has enriched Trump and his business affiliates, with blockchain data indicating over $300 million in trading fees flowing to insiders and as much as $10 billion in paper value from retained coin reserves.&nbsp;Protesters decry “crypto corruption”.&nbsp;Held behind closed doors with no media access, the crypto gala drew fierce protests outside the gates of Trump National Golf Club. Around 100 demonstrators, joined by lawmakers like Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), carried signs reading “Stop crypto corruption” and “America isn’t for sale.”&nbsp;According to video clips on X, Merkley called the dinner “the Mount Everest of corruption”, highlighting concerns about selling access to the presidency through financial speculation.Notably, a number of international investors attended the event, including Tron founder Justin Sun, who has invested over $90 million in Trump-linked ventures and remains under investigation by the US regulators for market manipulation.According to media reports, while the White House insisted Trump attended “in his personal capacity”, he addressed guests from a podium bearing the presidential seal and pledged to make the US “the crypto capital of the world”.A ranking leaderboard used to determine who could attend the dinner and a private reception with Trump encouraged investors to acquire and hold large quantities of $TRUMP. Some guests used pseudonyms to secure their spot, raising transparency concerns.&nbsp;Crypto, power, and profit collide&nbsp;The $TRUMP coin, described by its creators as “a way for Trump supporters to have fun,” has evolved into a high-stakes political asset. Beyond the dinner, the top four investors also received $100,000 Trump-branded watches.Trump family members, including Donald Jr. and Eric Trump, have launched related ventures, such as crypto mining operations and a stake in World Liberty Financial, which has attracted billions from foreign sovereign funds, notably the UAE.The Trump Organization, through entities like CIC Digital, holds significant shares of $TRUMP and profits from every transaction. A blockchain analysis by Chainalysis estimates more than $320 million has already been generated in fees.The president's embrace of crypto marks a stark reversal from his earlier stance. In 2019, Trump called cryptocurrencies “based on thin air” and a haven for illegal activity. But after the crypto industry pledged financial backing for his reelection campaign, Trump has become a vocal advocate, signing executive orders to reduce crypto regulations and even creating a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve.While crypto insiders cheer the Trump administration’s policies, including paused lawsuits from the Securities and Exchange Commission, some in the industry have expressed unease.&nbsp;The future of crypto&nbsp;As Congress pushes ahead with the GENIUS Act and other pro-crypto legislation, Trump’s personal involvement in digital assets threatens to cloud policy decisions with perceived conflicts of interest. Watchdog groups and ethics scholars have raised alarms about foreign money flowing into projects tied directly to the Trump family, while critics question the true motivations behind regulatory shifts.White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the dinner, stating that the president’s assets are in a blind trust managed by his children and that the administration has “nothing to do” with the $TRUMP coin.Still, the visual of a sitting president promoting a personal financial product, especially one tied to speculative investment and foreign backers, has sparked national debate over the future of money, politics, and presidential ethics.As guests departed the club with Trump hats and raffle prizes, and the president lifted off in a military helicopter, the evening cemented a defining characteristic of the Trump era: the merging of spectacle, power, and private enterprise—now on the blockchain.

Donald Trump hosted an exclusive dinner on May 22 at his Northern Virginia golf club, gathering 220 of the top investors in his newly launched cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, for a lavish affair that blurred the lines between presidential duty, personal profit, and political power.

United States President Donald Trump hosted an exclusive dinner on May 22 at his Northern Virginia golf club, gathering 220 of the top investors in his newly launched cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, for a lavish affair that blurred the lines between presidential duty, personal profit, and political power. The event, touted by organisers as “the most exclusive invitation”, came just months after the debut of the Trump-themed memecoin, which skyrocketed in value upon release but has since dropped nearly 80 per cent from its peak. Still, the coin has enriched Trump and his business affiliates, with blockchain data indicating over $300 million in trading fees flowing to insiders and as much as $10 billion in paper value from retained coin reserves. Protesters decry “crypto corruption”. Held behind closed doors with no media access, the crypto gala drew fierce protests outside the gates of Trump National Golf Club. Around 100 demonstrators, joined by lawmakers like Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), carried signs reading “Stop crypto corruption” and “America isn’t for sale.” According to video clips on X, Merkley called the dinner “the Mount Everest of corruption”, highlighting concerns about selling access to the presidency through financial speculation. Notably, a number of international investors attended the event, including Tron founder Justin Sun, who has invested over $90 million in Trump-linked ventures and remains under investigation by the US regulators for market manipulation. According to media reports, while the White House insisted Trump attended “in his personal capacity”, he addressed guests from a podium bearing the presidential seal and pledged to make the US “the crypto capital of the world”. A ranking leaderboard used to determine who could attend the dinner and a private reception with Trump encouraged investors to acquire and hold large quantities of $TRUMP. Some guests used pseudonyms to secure their spot, raising transparency concerns. Crypto, power, and profit collide The $TRUMP coin, described by its creators as “a way for Trump supporters to have fun,” has evolved into a high-stakes political asset. Beyond the dinner, the top four investors also received $100,000 Trump-branded watches. Trump family members, including Donald Jr. and Eric Trump, have launched related ventures, such as crypto mining operations and a stake in World Liberty Financial, which has attracted billions from foreign sovereign funds, notably the UAE. The Trump Organization, through entities like CIC Digital, holds significant shares of $TRUMP and profits from every transaction. A blockchain analysis by Chainalysis estimates more than $320 million has already been generated in fees. The president's embrace of crypto marks a stark reversal from his earlier stance. In 2019, Trump called cryptocurrencies “based on thin air” and a haven for illegal activity. But after the crypto industry pledged financial backing for his reelection campaign, Trump has become a vocal advocate, signing executive orders to reduce crypto regulations and even creating a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. While crypto insiders cheer the Trump administration’s policies, including paused lawsuits from the Securities and Exchange Commission, some in the industry have expressed unease. The future of crypto As Congress pushes ahead with the GENIUS Act and other pro-crypto legislation, Trump’s personal involvement in digital assets threatens to cloud policy decisions with perceived conflicts of interest. Watchdog groups and ethics scholars have raised alarms about foreign money flowing into projects tied directly to the Trump family, while critics question the true motivations behind regulatory shifts. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt defended the dinner, stating that the president’s assets are in a blind trust managed by his children and that the administration has “nothing to do” with the $TRUMP coin. Still, the visual of a sitting president promoting a personal financial product, especially one tied to speculative investment and foreign backers, has sparked national debate over the future of money, politics, and presidential ethics. As guests departed the club with Trump hats and raffle prizes, and the president lifted off in a military helicopter, the evening cemented a defining characteristic of the Trump era: the merging of spectacle, power, and private enterprise—now on the blockchain.

Donald Trump hosted an exclusive dinner on May 22 at his Northern Virginia golf club, gathering 220 of the top investors in his newly launched cryptocurrency, $TRUMP, for a lavish affair that blurred the lines between presidential duty, personal profit, and political power.

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Donald Trump's "gold card" that will provide wealthy individuals a permanent US residency in exchange of $5 million, is all set to be launched this week. The launch of the gold card visa programme was announced on Wednesday (May 21) at &nbsp;Axios’s ‘Building the Future’ event in Washington DC.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/notam-for-andaman-and-nicobar-islands-india-missile-test-likely-1747983331406">India to test missiles? Andaman airspace to remain closed for 2 days</a>&nbsp;Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has said that a website for the gold card will go up which will be called "trumpcard.gov". Those who are interested can start registering once the website go live. The policy is aimed at boosting the level of investment in the country to help pay off its federal debt which currently totals over $36 trillion.&nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/bangladesh-interim-chief-muhammed-yunus-considering-resignation-over-internal-conflict-1747967609903">Bangladesh Interim Chief Muhammad Yunus considering resignation over internal conflict: Reports</a>&nbsp;What is 'gold card program'&nbsp;First introduced by the US President Donald Trump in February 2025, the "gold card" programme allows foreign nationals to get a permanent US residency by investing $5 million in the country. &nbsp;&nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/harvard-s-international-students-could-stay-if-these-6-conditions-are-met-in-72-hours-explained-1747975742660">Harvard's international students could stay if these 6 conditions are met in 72 hours | Explained</a>&nbsp;“We’re going to be putting a price on that card of about $5 million and that’s going to give you green card privileges, plus it’s going to be a route to citizenship,” Trump said while announcing the programme.“Wealthy people will be coming into our country by buying this card," he added.&nbsp;Trump's Commerce Secretary said, “Basically, everyone I meet who is not an American is going to want to buy this card if they have the fiscal capacity."&nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indigenous-amazon-tribe-sues-us-newspapers-for-portraying-members-as-porn-addicts-1747970799492">Indigenous Amazon tribe sues US newspapers for portraying members as porn-addicts | Here's what lawsuit says</a>&nbsp;“These are going to be great people who are going to come and bring businesses and opportunity to America, and they’re going to pay $5 million. If there are 200,000 people who pay, that’s a trillion dollars. That pays for everything," Lutnick added.&nbsp; &nbsp;

The policy is aimed at boosting the level of investment in the country to help pay off its federal debt which currently totals over $36 trillion.

Donald Trump's "gold card" that will provide wealthy individuals a permanent US residency in exchange of $5 million, is all set to be launched this week. The launch of the gold card visa programme was announced on Wednesday (May 21) at Axios’s ‘Building the Future’ event in Washington DC. Also read: India to test missiles? Andaman airspace to remain closed for 2 days Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has said that a website for the gold card will go up which will be called "trumpcard.gov". Those who are interested can start registering once the website go live. The policy is aimed at boosting the level of investment in the country to help pay off its federal debt which currently totals over $36 trillion. Also read: Bangladesh Interim Chief Muhammad Yunus considering resignation over internal conflict: Reports What is 'gold card program' First introduced by the US President Donald Trump in February 2025, the "gold card" programme allows foreign nationals to get a permanent US residency by investing $5 million in the country. Also read: Harvard's international students could stay if these 6 conditions are met in 72 hours | Explained “We’re going to be putting a price on that card of about $5 million and that’s going to give you green card privileges, plus it’s going to be a route to citizenship,” Trump said while announcing the programme. “Wealthy people will be coming into our country by buying this card," he added. Trump's Commerce Secretary said, “Basically, everyone I meet who is not an American is going to want to buy this card if they have the fiscal capacity." Also read: Indigenous Amazon tribe sues US newspapers for portraying members as porn-addicts | Here's what lawsuit says “These are going to be great people who are going to come and bring businesses and opportunity to America, and they’re going to pay $5 million. If there are 200,000 people who pay, that’s a trillion dollars. That pays for everything," Lutnick added.

Donald Trump's "gold card" that will provide wealthy individuals a permanent US residency in exchange of $5 million, is all set to be launched this week.&nbsp;

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Harvard University has been barred from enrolling international students for the 2025–2026 academic year. The decision by the Trump administration came after the Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification of the students were revoked by the &nbsp;Department of Homeland Security (DHS).&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-send-it-to-me-as-soon-as-possible-trump-hails-house-passage-of-one-big-beautiful-bill-here-s-all-you-need-to-know-1747937635036">'Send it to me AS SOON AS POSSIBLE': Trump hails House passage of One Big Beautiful Bill - All you need to know</a>&nbsp;The decision was ordered by Trump's DHS Secretary Kristi Noem in a letter to the university dated May 22.&nbsp;“All universities must comply with Department of Homeland Security requirements, including reporting requirements under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program regulations, to maintain this privilege,” Noem said in the order.&nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/planning-to-travel-report-reveals-worst-cities-for-tourist-frauds-1747938501791">Planning to travel? Report reveals worst cities for tourist frauds</a> The revocation of your Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification means that Harvard is prohibited from having any aliens on F- or J- nonimmigrant status for the 2025-2026 academic school year. This decertification also means that existing aliens on F- or J- nonimmigrant status must transfer to another university in order to maintain their nonimmigrant status," she added. Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-confirms-us-president-donald-trump-will-visit-canada-for-g7-leaders-summit-1747934844813">What is G7 Summit? White House confirms US President Donald Trump will visit Canada next month</a>&nbsp;But, Noem said that the international students may get their SEVP certification back for the next academic year if they meet six conditions and submit the information within 72 hours.&nbsp;These are the conditions by Noem:&nbsp;1. The university will have to submit all records of students who were related to "illegal activity" on or off campus that involved non-immigrants students enrolled at the university in last five years.2. Harvard will also have to submit the records regarding “dangerous or violent activity” by non-immigrant students in last five years.3. DHS also demanded records of pertaining to “threats made by nonimmigrant students” toward other students or staff at the university.&nbsp;Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-didn-t-get-zelenskyed-south-africa-s-ramaphosa-praised-for-calmly-handling-trump-white-house-showdown-1747935746317">‘Didn’t get Zelenskyed’: South Africa’s Ramaphosa praised for calmly handling Trump White House showdown</a>&nbsp;4. The university will also have to submit documents (if any) of incidents in which non-immigrants may have deprived other students of their rights.5. All disciplinary records of nonimmigrant students enrolled at Harvard in the last five years.6. DHS also demanded any audio or video footage of protest by non0immigrant students in the campus of the university in lats five years. Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/hollywood/cannes-2025-wikileaks-founder-julian-assange-t-shirt-palestinian-kids-killed-by-israel-1747935731701">Cannes 2025: Wikileaks founder Julian Assange wears statement T-shirt carrying names of Palestinian kids killed by Israel</a>&nbsp;"Please be advised that providing materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent information may subject you to criminal prosecution under 18 U.S.C. § 1001. Other criminal and civil sanctions may also apply," Noem warned.&nbsp;

The decision by the Trump administration came after the Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification of the students were revoked by the  Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Harvard University has been barred from enrolling international students for the 2025–2026 academic year. The decision by the Trump administration came after the Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification of the students were revoked by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Also read: 'Send it to me AS SOON AS POSSIBLE': Trump hails House passage of One Big Beautiful Bill - All you need to know The decision was ordered by Trump's DHS Secretary Kristi Noem in a letter to the university dated May 22. “All universities must comply with Department of Homeland Security requirements, including reporting requirements under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program regulations, to maintain this privilege,” Noem said in the order. Also read: Planning to travel? Report reveals worst cities for tourist frauds The revocation of your Student and Exchange Visitor Program certification means that Harvard is prohibited from having any aliens on F- or J- nonimmigrant status for the 2025-2026 academic school year. This decertification also means that existing aliens on F- or J- nonimmigrant status must transfer to another university in order to maintain their nonimmigrant status," she added. Also read: What is G7 Summit? White House confirms US President Donald Trump will visit Canada next month But, Noem said that the international students may get their SEVP certification back for the next academic year if they meet six conditions and submit the information within 72 hours. These are the conditions by Noem: 1. The university will have to submit all records of students who were related to "illegal activity" on or off campus that involved non-immigrants students enrolled at the university in last five years. 2. Harvard will also have to submit the records regarding “dangerous or violent activity” by non-immigrant students in last five years. 3. DHS also demanded records of pertaining to “threats made by nonimmigrant students” toward other students or staff at the university. Also read: ‘Didn’t get Zelenskyed’: South Africa’s Ramaphosa praised for calmly handling Trump White House showdown 4. The university will also have to submit documents (if any) of incidents in which non-immigrants may have deprived other students of their rights. 5. All disciplinary records of nonimmigrant students enrolled at Harvard in the last five years. 6. DHS also demanded any audio or video footage of protest by non0immigrant students in the campus of the university in lats five years. Also read: Cannes 2025: Wikileaks founder Julian Assange wears statement T-shirt carrying names of Palestinian kids killed by Israel "Please be advised that providing materially false, fictitious, or fraudulent information may subject you to criminal prosecution under 18 U.S.C. § 1001. Other criminal and civil sanctions may also apply," Noem warned.

The decision by the Trump administration came after the Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) certification of the students were revoked by the &nbsp;Department of Homeland Security (DHS).

Harvard's international students could stay if these 6 conditions are met in 72 hours | Explained

Two Israeli embassy workers were gunned down late on Wednesday (May 21) outside a Jewish museum in Washington allegedly by a Chicago man identified as Elias Rodriguez. In a federal court on Thursday, Elias Rodriguez was accused of two counts of first-degree murder, as well as charges of murdering foreign officials, causing death with a firearm and discharging a firearm in a crime of violence.&nbsp;As per multiple reports, the FBI in its court documents alleged that Elias Rodriguez told officers on the scene of the shooting, "I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza, I am unarmed." He was also holding a red scarf and shouted “Free Palestine” while the security escorted him.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israeli-embassy-reveals-identity-of-beautiful-couple-killed-in-washington-1747895981519">'Purchased a ring this week': Israeli Embassy reveals identity of 'beautiful couple' killed in Washington</a>&nbsp;Stating that these counts were just at the start of the investigation, interim US Attorney Jeanine Pirro in a news conference said, “This is a horrific crime, and these crimes are not going to be tolerated by me and by this office. We’re going to continue to investigate this as a hate crime and a crime of terrorism, and we will add additional charges as the evidence warrants.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, President Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and expressed that he is “saddened and outraged” by the shooting. In a White House press briefing, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “The Department of Justice will be prosecuting the perpetrator responsible for this to the fullest extent of the law. Hatred has no place in the United States of America under President Donald Trump.”&nbsp;<h2>Israeli Embassy reveals identity of victims killed in Washington</h2>The Embassy of Israel to the USA revealed the victim's identity as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, and said that they were a couple, preparing to get engaged. Recalling them, Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, said that the man purchased a ring earlier this week to propose to his girlfriend.&nbsp;&nbsp;Condemning the killing on May 22, US President Donald Trump had taken to X and wrote that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that “hatred and radicalism have no place in USA.”

Elias Rodriguez, man accused of killing two Israeli embassy staffers charged with murder. 

Two Israeli embassy workers were gunned down late on Wednesday (May 21) outside a Jewish museum in Washington allegedly by a Chicago man identified as Elias Rodriguez. In a federal court on Thursday, Elias Rodriguez was accused of two counts of first-degree murder, as well as charges of murdering foreign officials, causing death with a firearm and discharging a firearm in a crime of violence. As per multiple reports, the FBI in its court documents alleged that Elias Rodriguez told officers on the scene of the shooting, "I did it for Palestine, I did it for Gaza, I am unarmed." He was also holding a red scarf and shouted “Free Palestine” while the security escorted him. Read More | 'Purchased a ring this week': Israeli Embassy reveals identity of 'beautiful couple' killed in Washington Stating that these counts were just at the start of the investigation, interim US Attorney Jeanine Pirro in a news conference said, “This is a horrific crime, and these crimes are not going to be tolerated by me and by this office. We’re going to continue to investigate this as a hate crime and a crime of terrorism, and we will add additional charges as the evidence warrants.” Meanwhile, President Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and expressed that he is “saddened and outraged” by the shooting. In a White House press briefing, press secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “The Department of Justice will be prosecuting the perpetrator responsible for this to the fullest extent of the law. Hatred has no place in the United States of America under President Donald Trump.” Israeli Embassy reveals identity of victims killed in Washington The Embassy of Israel to the USA revealed the victim's identity as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Lynn Milgrim, and said that they were a couple, preparing to get engaged. Recalling them, Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, said that the man purchased a ring earlier this week to propose to his girlfriend. Condemning the killing on May 22, US President Donald Trump had taken to X and wrote that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that “hatred and radicalism have no place in USA.”

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