US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Jul 13) said Washington would send Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine to help the war-torn nation fight off Russian invasion. The announcement comes after days of uncertainty and as Trump's relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin soured. Just two weeks ago, the US publicly stated that it would pause some arms deliveries to Kyiv. This comes as bipartisan momentum builds in the US Senate for sweeping new sanctions, with reports suggesting that senators were on the path to arming Trump with a "sledgehammer" bill to use against Moscow.<h2>Patriot missiles for Ukraine; Trump's disappointment for Putin</h2>Talking to reporters, Trump said the US "will send them Patriots, which they desperately need," adding that Ukraine would "pay 100 per cent" for the weapons under a new NATO-coordinated arrangement. However, the POTUS did not specify how many missiles would be sent to Ukraine. "I haven't agreed on the number yet, but they're going to have some because they do need protection," he told reporters as he once again repeated that he was "disappointed" with the Russian leader. "Putin really surprised a lot of people. He talks nice and then he bombs everybody in the evening," said the disgruntled US president.<h2>NATO to foot the bill?</h2>Trump said the weapons shipment would be part of a new deal where NATO would pay Washington for some of the advanced military aid it sends to Ukraine. "We basically are going to send them various pieces of very sophisticated military, and they're going to pay us 100 per cent for them," Trump said.&nbsp;The announcement came ahead of a scheduled Monday meeting between Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, where the US president said he would make a "major statement... on Russia."<h2>US Congress's "sledgehammer" gift to Trump could affect India. Here's how</h2>Meanwhile, US lawmakers have unveiled a bipartisan sanctions bill that would arm Trump with sweeping authority to hit Russia and its trade partners with harsh economic penalties. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who introduced the bill alongside Democrat Richard Blumenthal, said it would serve as a "sledgehammer" to break Putin's war economy. It would allow Trump "to go after Putin's economy, and all those countries who prop up the Putin war machine," Graham told CBS News. He revealed that "This congressional package... would give President Trump the ability to impose 500% tariffs on any country that helps Russia". This includes economies that purchase Russian goods, like India, China or Brazil.Appearing to back the bill, Trump, in a conversation with NBC, said, "It's a bill that the Senate is passing that very respectfully lets the president do whatever he wants, as you know," he said, adding "In other words, it's at my option if I want to use it. They're going to pass a very major and very biting sanctions bill, but it’s up to the president as to whether or not he wants to exercise it."

Talking to reporters, Trump said the US "will send them Patriots, which they desperately need," adding that Ukraine would "pay 100 per cent" for the weapons under a new NATO-coordinated arrangement.

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Jul 13) said Washington would send Patriot air defence systems to Ukraine to help the war-torn nation fight off Russian invasion. The announcement comes after days of uncertainty and as Trump's relations with Russian President Vladimir Putin soured. Just two weeks ago, the US publicly stated that it would pause some arms deliveries to Kyiv. This comes as bipartisan momentum builds in the US Senate for sweeping new sanctions, with reports suggesting that senators were on the path to arming Trump with a "sledgehammer" bill to use against Moscow. Patriot missiles for Ukraine; Trump's disappointment for Putin Talking to reporters, Trump said the US "will send them Patriots, which they desperately need," adding that Ukraine would "pay 100 per cent" for the weapons under a new NATO-coordinated arrangement. However, the POTUS did not specify how many missiles would be sent to Ukraine. "I haven't agreed on the number yet, but they're going to have some because they do need protection," he told reporters as he once again repeated that he was "disappointed" with the Russian leader. "Putin really surprised a lot of people. He talks nice and then he bombs everybody in the evening," said the disgruntled US president. NATO to foot the bill? Trump said the weapons shipment would be part of a new deal where NATO would pay Washington for some of the advanced military aid it sends to Ukraine. "We basically are going to send them various pieces of very sophisticated military, and they're going to pay us 100 per cent for them," Trump said. The announcement came ahead of a scheduled Monday meeting between Trump and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, where the US president said he would make a "major statement... on Russia." US Congress's "sledgehammer" gift to Trump could affect India. Here's how Meanwhile, US lawmakers have unveiled a bipartisan sanctions bill that would arm Trump with sweeping authority to hit Russia and its trade partners with harsh economic penalties. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, who introduced the bill alongside Democrat Richard Blumenthal, said it would serve as a "sledgehammer" to break Putin's war economy. It would allow Trump "to go after Putin's economy, and all those countries who prop up the Putin war machine," Graham told CBS News. He revealed that "This congressional package... would give President Trump the ability to impose 500% tariffs on any country that helps Russia". This includes economies that purchase Russian goods, like India, China or Brazil. Appearing to back the bill, Trump, in a conversation with NBC, said, "It's a bill that the Senate is passing that very respectfully lets the president do whatever he wants, as you know," he said, adding "In other words, it's at my option if I want to use it. They're going to pass a very major and very biting sanctions bill, but it’s up to the president as to whether or not he wants to exercise it."

Talking to reporters, Trump said the US "will send them Patriots, which they desperately need," adding that Ukraine would "pay 100 per cent" for the weapons under a new NATO-coordinated arrangement.

Trump says US will send Patriot missiles to Ukraine, as senators ready to hand him 'SLEDGEHAMMER' against Russia

A new report has raised questions over a video shared by the US Department of Justice (DOJ), which claimed to show unedited footage of Jeffrey Epstein’s final hours in prison.<h2>DOJ footage was edited, Wired reports</h2>According to Wired, the hours-long clip released by the DOJ this week was likely edited using Adobe Premiere Pro. The DOJ had claimed the footage was “full raw” and unaltered, but experts told the magazine that the video appeared to be stitched together from multiple files.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/jeffrey-epstein-s-brother-says-he-was-murdered-refutes-fbi-report-1752082203945">Jeffrey Epstein’s brother says he was ‘murdered’, refutes&nbsp;FBI&nbsp;report</a>“The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported.<h2>Metadata and aspect ratio raise doubts</h2>Digital forensics expert Hany Farid from the University of California at Berkeley said the clip would not pass legal scrutiny due to the way it was processed. “If a lawyer brought me this file and asked if it was suitable for court, I’d say no. Go back to the source. Do it right. Do a direct export from the original system, no monkey business,” Farid told Wired. Farid also said the video’s aspect ratio changed “noticeably” several times, further suggesting it had been altered. “Why am I suddenly seeing a different aspect ratio?” he asked.<h2>Pressure mounts on Trump and DOJ</h2>The findings have renewed scrutiny of the Trump administration, which has faced internal tensions over how it is handling the Epstein case. President Donald Trump previously vowed to declassify information about Epstein’s associates and the circumstances of his 2019 death in a New York prison. Many of Trump’s supporters believe Epstein was murdered to protect powerful figures connected to his alleged crimes.Critics have also pointed to confusion surrounding an FBI-DOJ memo leaked earlier this week. The memo claimed there was no “client list” tied to Epstein’s alleged trafficking ring, despite Attorney General Pam Bondi stating in February that such a list existed and was on her desk.<h2>Trump brushes off Epstein questions</h2>When asked again about Epstein at a recent press event, Trump dismissed the topic. “Are you still talking about Jeffrey Epstein? This guy’s been talked about for years … We have Texas, we have this, we have all of the things, and are people still talking about this guy, this creep? That is unbelievable,” he said. Trump has previously been photographed with Epstein and has been criticised for his changing stance on the case.Senator Brian Schatz, a Democrat from Hawaii, responded to the Wired story by saying he now suspects something is being covered up. “I am probably among the least conspiracy-minded people you would ever meet, but this is getting pretty nearly impossible to explain,” he posted on social media.While the Wired analysis does not accuse the DOJ of tampering with evidence, experts say calling the footage “raw” when it clearly has signs of editing only fuels public distrust.

“The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported.

A new report has raised questions over a video shared by the US Department of Justice (DOJ), which claimed to show unedited footage of Jeffrey Epstein’s final hours in prison. DOJ footage was edited, Wired reports According to Wired, the hours-long clip released by the DOJ this week was likely edited using Adobe Premiere Pro. The DOJ had claimed the footage was “full raw” and unaltered, but experts told the magazine that the video appeared to be stitched together from multiple files. Also read: Jeffrey Epstein’s brother says he was ‘murdered’, refutes FBI report “The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported. Metadata and aspect ratio raise doubts Digital forensics expert Hany Farid from the University of California at Berkeley said the clip would not pass legal scrutiny due to the way it was processed. “If a lawyer brought me this file and asked if it was suitable for court, I’d say no. Go back to the source. Do it right. Do a direct export from the original system, no monkey business,” Farid told Wired. Farid also said the video’s aspect ratio changed “noticeably” several times, further suggesting it had been altered. “Why am I suddenly seeing a different aspect ratio?” he asked. Pressure mounts on Trump and DOJ The findings have renewed scrutiny of the Trump administration, which has faced internal tensions over how it is handling the Epstein case. President Donald Trump previously vowed to declassify information about Epstein’s associates and the circumstances of his 2019 death in a New York prison. Many of Trump’s supporters believe Epstein was murdered to protect powerful figures connected to his alleged crimes. Critics have also pointed to confusion surrounding an FBI-DOJ memo leaked earlier this week. The memo claimed there was no “client list” tied to Epstein’s alleged trafficking ring, despite Attorney General Pam Bondi stating in February that such a list existed and was on her desk. Trump brushes off Epstein questions When asked again about Epstein at a recent press event, Trump dismissed the topic. “Are you still talking about Jeffrey Epstein? This guy’s been talked about for years … We have Texas, we have this, we have all of the things, and are people still talking about this guy, this creep? That is unbelievable,” he said. Trump has previously been photographed with Epstein and has been criticised for his changing stance on the case. Senator Brian Schatz, a Democrat from Hawaii, responded to the Wired story by saying he now suspects something is being covered up. “I am probably among the least conspiracy-minded people you would ever meet, but this is getting pretty nearly impossible to explain,” he posted on social media. While the Wired analysis does not accuse the DOJ of tampering with evidence, experts say calling the footage “raw” when it clearly has signs of editing only fuels public distrust.

“The file appears to have been assembled from at least two source clips, saved multiple times, exported, and then uploaded to the DOJ’s website,” Wired reported.

'Nearly impossible to explain': DOJ’s Epstein prison video wasn’t ‘raw’, report says it was edited in Premiere Pro

Even the White House feels the need to piggyback on trending topics one may ask. It certainly does look like someone in office is checking Google trends. The DC movie Superman has been creating some buzz ever since the promotions began, and just on the day of the release - July 11, an image of Trump as the superhero surfaces. Or it is just the White House supporting the movie and cinegoers. Well, the reason is best known to the Trump administration until disclosed. But what is undeniable is that the post of the US president as Superman is breaking the internet.&nbsp;Netizens are out there talking about it, this has led to more Trump content on the internet which some may refer to as memes. The caption for the post was also very carefully crafted, it read: THE SYMBOL OF HOPE. TRUTH. JUSTICE. THE AMERICAN WAY. SUPERMAN TRUMP.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/white-house-imagines-trump-as-superman-this-after-director-james-gunn-called-the-character-an-immigrant-1752212793799">White House imagines Trump as Superman, this after director James Gunn called the character ‘an immigrant’</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">THE SYMBOL OF HOPE. TRUTH. JUSTICE. THE AMERICAN WAY. SUPERMAN TRUMP. 🇺🇸 <a href="https://t.co/fwFWeYonAq">pic.twitter.com/fwFWeYonAq</a>&mdash; The White House (@WhiteHouse) <a href="https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/status/1943493150644777199?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

“All hail Superman Trump. Totally normal stuff, and yes, this is from the official White House account,” an account on X, Republicans against Trump, tweeted.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">All hail Superman Trump. Totally normal stuff, and yes, this is from the official White House account. <a href="https://t.co/oeh8lRcLpE">pic.twitter.com/oeh8lRcLpE</a>&mdash; Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) <a href="https://twitter.com/RpsAgainstTrump/status/1943499788533506364?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Another user, Jurgen Nauditt tweeted, “Could it be any more embarrassing?”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/james-gunn-first-calls-superman-an-immigrant-now-clarifies-his-remark-1751972617656">James Gunn first calls Superman an 'immigrant', clarifies later that the film is about 'kindness'</a>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Could it be any more embarrassing? Image of Trump as Superman, posted by the official White House account on X. <a href="https://t.co/u5trOH3WBK">pic.twitter.com/u5trOH3WBK</a>&mdash; Jürgen Nauditt 🇩🇪🇺🇦 (@jurgen_nauditt) <a href="https://twitter.com/jurgen_nauditt/status/1943542084033446065?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Kevin Castley, wrote, “The proposed community note is pointing out that this is copyright infringement. Okay, who cares? I’m more upset that Trump ran on going after Epstein’s buddies and now he’s pretending like no crimes were committed against kids.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The proposed community note is pointing out that this is copyright infringement. Okay, who cares? I’m more upset that Trump ran on going after Epstein’s buddies and now he’s pretending like no crimes were committed against kids <a href="https://t.co/DlwVGXLQTb">pic.twitter.com/DlwVGXLQTb</a>&mdash; Kevin Castley 🇨🇦 (@KevinCastley) <a href="https://twitter.com/KevinCastley/status/1943499237268033718?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

It was only a couple of days ago, Superman movie director James Gunn, called the superhero ‘an immigrant’. Adding to that an X user wrote, “Trump is only repping this because Superman is the only illegal immigrant he can't deport methinks.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Trump is only repping this because Superman is the only illegal immigrant he can&#39;t deport methinks <a href="https://t.co/39tu2ELYnS">https://t.co/39tu2ELYnS</a> <a href="https://t.co/8Uu9J4BpoM">pic.twitter.com/8Uu9J4BpoM</a>&mdash; 🚯 (@KubologyVictim) <a href="https://twitter.com/KubologyVictim/status/1943556573613236557?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 11, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

While Trump has been clear about his campaign of ‘Make America Great Again’, he had almost proposed a plan for Iran, where he suggested a change in the current regime to ‘Make Iran Great Again’. He did not ponder upon that thought for too long. Now, him as superman could possibly do more.

Even the White House feels the need to piggyback on trending topics one may ask. The DC movie Superman has been creating some buzz ever since the promotions began, and just on the day of the release - July 11, an image of Trump as the superhero surfaces. 

Even the White House feels the need to piggyback on trending topics one may ask. It certainly does look like someone in office is checking Google trends. The DC movie Superman has been creating some buzz ever since the promotions began, and just on the day of the release - July 11, an image of Trump as the superhero surfaces. Or it is just the White House supporting the movie and cinegoers. Well, the reason is best known to the Trump administration until disclosed. But what is undeniable is that the post of the US president as Superman is breaking the internet. Netizens are out there talking about it, this has led to more Trump content on the internet which some may refer to as memes. The caption for the post was also very carefully crafted, it read: THE SYMBOL OF HOPE. TRUTH. JUSTICE. THE AMERICAN WAY. SUPERMAN TRUMP. Also read: White House imagines Trump as Superman, this after director James Gunn called the character ‘an immigrant’

Even the White House feels the need to piggyback on trending topics one may ask. The DC movie Superman has been creating some buzz ever since the promotions began, and just on the day of the release - July 11, an image of Trump as the superhero surfaces.&nbsp;

Internet can't keep calm about 'symbol of hope' Superman Trump

A federal judge on Thursday (July 10) again prohibited US President Donald Trump's administration from enforcing his executive order restricting birthright citizenship across the country following the US Supreme Court's limitation of the power of judges to block his policies with nationwide injunctions. US District Judge Joseph Laplante in Concord, New Hampshire, issued the decision after advocates of immigrant rights pleaded with him to certify as a class action lawsuit one they had filed in an attempt to represent any babies whose citizenship would be in jeopardy from enforcement of Trump's order.&nbsp;Laplante concurred the plaintiffs can proceed as a class so he could issue a new judicial order halting enforcement of the Republican president's policy nationwide. The question of whether to issue an injunction was "not a close call," he was quoted saying, noting children could be deprived of US citizenship if Trump's order took effect. "That’s irreparable harm, citizenship alone," he said. "It is the greatest privilege that exists in the world,” he added. &nbsp;The judge said he would stay his ruling for a few days to allow the Trump administration to appeal and would issue a written decision by the end of the day. The ACLU and others filed the suit hours after the Supreme Court on June 27 delivered a 6-3 decision, fueled by its conservative majority, that constricted three nationwide injunctions issued by judges in individual challenges to Trump's order.&nbsp;&nbsp;The suit was brought on behalf of non-US citizens residing in the United States whose infants may be impacted. Trump's executive order, under the Supreme Court's ruling, would go into effect on July 27. Seeking to capitalise on an exception in the Supreme Court's ruling, lawyers for the plaintiffs asserted that the ruling permits judges to continue to enjoin Trump policies on a nationwide scope in class action cases. The three judges who issued the national injunctions concluded that Trump's order probably infringes on citizenship language in the US Constitution's 14th Amendment. The amendment states that all "persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside."&nbsp;The Justice Department has maintained that Trump's order is in line with the Constitution and requested Laplante to rule that the plaintiffs are unable to sue as a class. Trump's order instructs federal agencies not to recognise the citizenship of US-born children who do not have at least a parent who is an American citizen or lawful permanent resident, also referred to as a "green card" holder. &nbsp;Over 150,000 babies would be denied from citizenship each year if implemented nationwide, Democratic-led states and immigrant rights groups, who have already fought it, said.

Federal judge halts Trump order stripping citizenship from US-born children

A federal judge on Thursday (July 10) again prohibited US President Donald Trump's administration from enforcing his executive order restricting birthright citizenship across the country following the US Supreme Court's limitation of the power of judges to block his policies with nationwide injunctions. US District Judge Joseph Laplante in Concord, New Hampshire, issued the decision after advocates of immigrant rights pleaded with him to certify as a class action lawsuit one they had filed in an attempt to represent any babies whose citizenship would be in jeopardy from enforcement of Trump's order. Laplante concurred the plaintiffs can proceed as a class so he could issue a new judicial order halting enforcement of the Republican president's policy nationwide. The question of whether to issue an injunction was "not a close call," he was quoted saying, noting children could be deprived of US citizenship if Trump's order took effect. "That’s irreparable harm, citizenship alone," he said. "It is the greatest privilege that exists in the world,” he added. The judge said he would stay his ruling for a few days to allow the Trump administration to appeal and would issue a written decision by the end of the day. The ACLU and others filed the suit hours after the Supreme Court on June 27 delivered a 6-3 decision, fueled by its conservative majority, that constricted three nationwide injunctions issued by judges in individual challenges to Trump's order. The suit was brought on behalf of non-US citizens residing in the United States whose infants may be impacted. Trump's executive order, under the Supreme Court's ruling, would go into effect on July 27. Seeking to capitalise on an exception in the Supreme Court's ruling, lawyers for the plaintiffs asserted that the ruling permits judges to continue to enjoin Trump policies on a nationwide scope in class action cases. The three judges who issued the national injunctions concluded that Trump's order probably infringes on citizenship language in the US Constitution's 14th Amendment. The amendment states that all "persons born or naturalized in the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction thereof, are citizens of the United States and of the state wherein they reside." The Justice Department has maintained that Trump's order is in line with the Constitution and requested Laplante to rule that the plaintiffs are unable to sue as a class. Trump's order instructs federal agencies not to recognise the citizenship of US-born children who do not have at least a parent who is an American citizen or lawful permanent resident, also referred to as a "green card" holder. Over 150,000 babies would be denied from citizenship each year if implemented nationwide, Democratic-led states and immigrant rights groups, who have already fought it, said.

US District Judge Joseph Laplante made the ruling after immigrant rights advocates implored him to grant class action status to a lawsuit they filed

US President Donald Trump released a new set of letters to trading nations on Wednesday (July 9) that outlined tariff rates for seven countries as Washington continues to drive toward ushering in a spate of trade agreements officials have vowed. The letters, written to the leaders of economies such as the Philippines, Brunei, Algeria, Libya, Iraq and Sri Lanka laid out the duties ranging from 20 percent to 30 percent.&nbsp;Like Trump's initial set of documents released on Monday (July 7), the levels of tariffs weren't far from the original April threats, even if some partners were given substantially lower levels this time. Whereas the president in April charged a 10 percent tariff on nearly all trading partners, he released -- then shelved -- steeper rates for several dozen economies.

<h2>Here is the list of the new tariffs:</h2><ol><li>30% on Algeria</li><li>25% on Brunei</li><li>30% on Iraq</li><li>30% on Libya</li><li>25% on Moldova</li><li>25% on Philippines</li><li>30% on Sri Lanka</li></ol>The deadline for imposition of these higher levels had been set to be Wednesday, before Trump extended it again to August 1. Instead, countries who are subject to these threats of higher duties started getting letters enumerating US tariff rates on their goods. Trump's most recent statements were virtually identical to those released earlier in the week, and defended the tariffs as a reaction to trade relationships that have been "unfortunately, far from reciprocal."&nbsp;They called on countries to produce items in different countries within the United States but not there in an effort to shun duties, threatening more to suppress further if leaders responded to the tariffs.In addition to the tariffs on merchandise from various nations, Trump has also implemented sector-specific tariffs on steel, aluminum and cars since returning to the White House last January.Trump announced tariffs were on their way for copper and drugs too, on Tuesday (July 8).

On Monday, Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imports from Japan and South Korea, accusing both nations of unfair trade practices. In official letters sent to Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, Trump said the new tariffs will take effect from August 1. Earlier, Trump said that he plans to send “12, maybe 15” letters to major trading partners announcing new tariffs.

Trump tariff letters: US president sends letter to Iraq, Moldova, Libya and four other countries

US President Donald Trump released a new set of letters to trading nations on Wednesday (July 9) that outlined tariff rates for seven countries as Washington continues to drive toward ushering in a spate of trade agreements officials have vowed. The letters, written to the leaders of economies such as the Philippines, Brunei, Algeria, Libya, Iraq and Sri Lanka laid out the duties ranging from 20 percent to 30 percent. Like Trump's initial set of documents released on Monday (July 7), the levels of tariffs weren't far from the original April threats, even if some partners were given substantially lower levels this time. Whereas the president in April charged a 10 percent tariff on nearly all trading partners, he released -- then shelved -- steeper rates for several dozen economies.

The US president will impose these tariffs starting August 1

Trump tariff letters: US president sends letters to Iraq, Moldova, Libya and four other countries

The Elon Musk-Donald Trump feud has gotten murkier with the latest release of a cache of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier and sex offender. The tech billionaire on X, slamming Trump, claimed that the US government was "deeply broken" and has "not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list." His claim comes as reports suggest that Trump's Justice Department and the FBI have concluded that there was no evidence that sex offender Epstein blackmailed powerful figures, kept a "client list" or was murdered. The Tesla CEO also invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know.<h2>What did Musk say?</h2>Elon Musk posted a meme on his X account that says, "More squirrels and raccoons have been arrested than anyone on Epstein's client list". he posted this along with the caption, "They arrested (and killed) Peanut, but have not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list," adding "Government is deeply broken".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">They arrested (and killed) Peanut, but have not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list. Government is deeply broken. <a href="https://t.co/YndRadQUBE">pic.twitter.com/YndRadQUBE</a>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1942636971450589642?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In another post, the tech billionaire claimed that Steve Bannon, Trump's former aide and advisor, was in the notorious Epstein files. However, he did not offer any evidence to back his claim but, in yet another post, said, “How can people be expected to have faith in Trump if he won’t release the Epstein files?”.<h2>Who is Peanut?</h2>Elon Musk with his post has dragged "Peanut the Squirrel" into his bromance turned sour with Trump. Peanut was an internet-famous squirrel, and seems like Elon Musk is not over his death. The orphaned squirrel belonged to Mark Longo, who rescued him in 2017. Longo documented Peanut's and other rescue animals' lives on Instagram on an account which amassed close to a whopping one million followers.However, in October 2024, Peanut was detained by authorities and was later euthanised by the State of New York. Despite dramatic uproar over Peanut's detention, the euthanisation was carried out, as owning a squirrel is illegal in New York. Soon after, Musk, along with thousands of netizens, took to social media to condemn the killing of the beloved internet pet and said, "The government should not be allowed to barge into your house and kill your pet! That’s messed up...Even if it is illegal to have a pet squirrel (which it shouldn’t be), why kill PNut instead of simply releasing him into the forest!?". At the time, in another post, he also said that "President @realDonaldTrump will save the squirrels 🐿️ 😢 RIP P’Nut." However, a lot has changed since then. Musk has gone from being a Trump ally to a Trump adversary, and given the drama, it seems like this might be only the beginning of this feud.&nbsp;

Elon Musk, while slamming US President Donald Trump on X over the Epstein files, invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know.

The Elon Musk-Donald Trump feud has gotten murkier with the latest release of a cache of files related to Jeffrey Epstein, the disgraced financier and sex offender. The tech billionaire on X, slamming Trump, claimed that the US government was "deeply broken" and has "not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list." His claim comes as reports suggest that Trump's Justice Department and the FBI have concluded that there was no evidence that sex offender Epstein blackmailed powerful figures, kept a "client list" or was murdered. The Tesla CEO also invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know. What did Musk say? Elon Musk posted a meme on his X account that says, "More squirrels and raccoons have been arrested than anyone on Epstein's client list". he posted this along with the caption, "They arrested (and killed) Peanut, but have not even tried to file charges against anyone on the Epstein client list," adding "Government is deeply broken".

Elon Musk, while slamming US President Donald Trump on X over the Epstein files, invoked the name "Peanut" and said "they arrested (and killed) Peanut". What did Musk mean? Who is this 'peanut'? Here's all you need to know.

Musk goes nuts over Epstein files, slams Trump: 'They killed Peanut...Government is deeply broken'

United States President Donald Trump told his campaign donors last year that he had made a bomb threat to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to audio tapes aired by CNN. The audio tapes were obtained by Josh Dawsey, Tyler Pager, and Isaac Arnsdorf, authors of the new book 2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America. They reportedly obtained the tapes from Trump's fundraisers in New York and Florida.&nbsp;“With Putin, I said, ‘If you go into Ukraine, I’m gonna bomb the s**t out of Moscow. I’m telling you, I have no choice—the public.’ So he goes like, ‘I don’t believe you.’ He said, ‘No way.’ And I said, ‘Way,” Trump told his donors. He repeated similar things about his conversation with the Chinese president. “I’m with President Xi of China. I said the same thing to him. I said, you know, ‘If you go into Taiwan, I’m gonna bomb the s–-t out of Beijing.’ He thought I was crazy. He said, ‘Beijing?! You’re gonna bomb-’ I said, ‘I have no choice. I got to bomb you. We’re gonna bomb Bei-’ and he didn’t believe me either.” Trump claimed that both the leader believed him "10 percent." About student protests, he said that he would throw the protesting students out of the country. “One thing I’d do is any student that protests, I would throw them out of the country. Those people made a big mistake. Throw them out of the country, and I think that will stop it.”<h2>Trump, Russia-Ukraine war and Taiwan-China conflict</h2>In 2022, Trump was quoted as saying that he had a “very strong conversation” with his Russian counterpart. He had then insisted that he “won’t go into the great details of the conversation because nobody has to know that.” During his campaign trail last year, Trump had claimed several times that he would end the Ukraine-Russia war in a day - something he hasn't been able to fulfil six months into his presidency. Last week, Trump spoke to Putin and said that he is not very happy and there is no progress in the matter.&nbsp;About the conflict between China and Taiwan, Trump had in February refused to comment on the matter, stating his “good relationship” with Jinping, adding that he would not want to see himself in that position to choose between Taiwan and China. In May 2025, he said that a Chinese invasion of Taiwan would be “catastrophic.” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt had also said that the US reiterates its stance of opposing any unilateral attempts to change the status quo of the Taiwan Strait by force or coercion. &nbsp;

According to new audio tapes, United States President Donald Trump claimed that in a conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, he had issued ‘bomb threat’ to them

United States President Donald Trump told his campaign donors last year that he had made a bomb threat to Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, according to audio tapes aired by CNN. The audio tapes were obtained by Josh Dawsey, Tyler Pager, and Isaac Arnsdorf, authors of the new book 2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America. They reportedly obtained the tapes from Trump's fundraisers in New York and Florida. “With Putin, I said, ‘If you go into Ukraine, I’m gonna bomb the s**t out of Moscow. I’m telling you, I have no choice—the public.’ So he goes like, ‘I don’t believe you.’ He said, ‘No way.’ And I said, ‘Way,” Trump told his donors. He repeated similar things about his conversation with the Chinese president. “I’m with President Xi of China. I said the same thing to him. I said, you know, ‘If you go into Taiwan, I’m gonna bomb the s–-t out of Beijing.’ He thought I was crazy. He said, ‘Beijing?! You’re gonna bomb-’ I said, ‘I have no choice. I got to bomb you. We’re gonna bomb Bei-’ and he didn’t believe me either.” Trump claimed that both the leader believed him "10 percent." About student protests, he said that he would throw the protesting students out of the country. “One thing I’d do is any student that protests, I would throw them out of the country. Those people made a big mistake. Throw them out of the country, and I think that will stop it.” Trump, Russia-Ukraine war and Taiwan-China conflict In 2022, Trump was quoted as saying that he had a “very strong conversation” with his Russian counterpart. He had then insisted that he “won’t go into the great details of the conversation because nobody has to know that.” During his campaign trail last year, Trump had claimed several times that he would end the Ukraine-Russia war in a day - something he hasn't been able to fulfil six months into his presidency. Last week, Trump spoke to Putin and said that he is not very happy and there is no progress in the matter. About the conflict between China and Taiwan, Trump had in February refused to comment on the matter, stating his “good relationship” with Jinping, adding that he would not want to see himself in that position to choose between Taiwan and China. In May 2025, he said that a Chinese invasion of Taiwan would be “catastrophic.” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt had also said that the US reiterates its stance of opposing any unilateral attempts to change the status quo of the Taiwan Strait by force or coercion.

According to new audio tapes, United States President Donald Trump claimed that in a conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, he had issued ‘bomb threat’ to them

'Gonna bomb s**t out of Moscow, Beijing': Trump told Putin, Xi Jinping - Bombshell audio REVEALS

After years of boasting about his good relations with Vladimir Putin, President Donald Trump is admitting he misjudged the Russian leader and has no influence on making an end to the war in Ukraine. The belated end of an illusion?&nbsp;This conclusion is drawn from a bewildering and swift American U-turn on US weapons supplies to Ukraine, which has been under fierce drone and bombing attacks on civilian targets, including the capital, Kyiv. One of the worst since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, it came a day after the latest in a series of telephone calls between Putin and Trump, who has frequently mentioned that he is on a first-name basis with his Russian counterpart. The topic: a ceasefire and an end to the war.The unspoken response: a seven-hour Russian onslaught hammered the capital with 539 drones and 11 missiles. That explains why Trump described as “disappointing” his conversation – the sixth since taking office. At a televised cabinet meeting on July 8, Trump vented his frustration with the Russian leader in unusually blunt terms. Vladimir Putin is “talking a lot of bullshit” when it comes to Ukraine, he said.Telephone calls over the months have been supplemented by postings on Trump’s social network, Truth Social. Such as this one, on April 24, after another air assault: “I’m not happy with the Russian strikes on Kyiv. Not necessary and very bad timing. Vladimir, STOP! 5,000 soldiers a week are dying; Let’s get the Peace Deal DONE!” Vladimir, whose troops are preparing for another offensive, was clearly unimpressed – possibly because Trump never followed up on suggestions that he would tighten sanctions on Russia unless it changed course.With strains in the relationship between the two leaders increasingly public, leaked reports from the Pentagon said that the administration had decided to halt supplying Ukraine with much-needed weapons, including Patriot air defence missiles and thousands of Howitzer rounds. A sharply worded editorial in the frequently Trump-friendly Wall Street Journal on July 3 described the decision to withhold weapons before Russia’s expected summer assault as “a hostile act that favours Vladimir Putin.” Alarmed reactions also came from Europe as well as from some of his most devoted followers in the Republican Party, the so-called MAGA (Make America Great Again) crowd, who voted him into office largely because he pledged to keep the United States out of foreign wars.Just three days after the suspension of aid became known, Trump reversed course. On the sidelines of a meeting with the visiting Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump announced that US arms supplies to Ukraine would resume. “We have to, they have to be able to defend themselves,” he told reporters. &nbsp;“They are getting hit very hard. Now they are getting hit very hard. We’re gonna have to send more weapons.”In the early stages of the conflict, Trump suggested that it was Ukraine that had provoked the Russian invasion because of its desire to join the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Alliance (NATO). Trump’s aides frequently echoed Kremlin talking points.A visit to Washington in February by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky descended into a shouting match between him, Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Lunch was cancelled, as was a planned joint press conference after the Ukrainian was asked to leave the Oval Office. US-Ukrainian relations have since warmed up, partly because of a trade deal on rare minerals, and Trump clearly no longer views Putin through rose-tinted glasses. At a NATO meeting in June, he told reporters that Putin was proving “the more difficult partner” in reaching a peace deal.That is a very long way from the days when Trump assured the world he could end the conflict in a day because of his good relations with, and influence on, Putin. The one-day solution to the conflict became part of his speeches in the campaign for the 2024 elections he won. “Befeore I even arrive at the Oval Office, I will have the war settled. It will take no longer than a day,“ he told a cheering crowd on March 5, 2023. That was 856 days ago. How many more days it will take before that conflict finally ends is anyone’s guess &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

This conclusion is drawn from a bewildering and swift American U-turn on US weapons supplies to Ukraine, which has been under fierce drone and bombing attacks on civilian targets, including the capital, Kyiv.



After years of boasting about his good relations with Vladimir Putin, President Donald Trump is admitting he misjudged the Russian leader and has no influence on making an end to the war in Ukraine. The belated end of an illusion? This conclusion is drawn from a bewildering and swift American U-turn on US weapons supplies to Ukraine, which has been under fierce drone and bombing attacks on civilian targets, including the capital, Kyiv. One of the worst since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, it came a day after the latest in a series of telephone calls between Putin and Trump, who has frequently mentioned that he is on a first-name basis with his Russian counterpart. The topic: a ceasefire and an end to the war. The unspoken response: a seven-hour Russian onslaught hammered the capital with 539 drones and 11 missiles. That explains why Trump described as “disappointing” his conversation – the sixth since taking office. At a televised cabinet meeting on July 8, Trump vented his frustration with the Russian leader in unusually blunt terms. Vladimir Putin is “talking a lot of bullshit” when it comes to Ukraine, he said. Telephone calls over the months have been supplemented by postings on Trump’s social network, Truth Social. Such as this one, on April 24, after another air assault: “I’m not happy with the Russian strikes on Kyiv. Not necessary and very bad timing. Vladimir, STOP! 5,000 soldiers a week are dying; Let’s get the Peace Deal DONE!” Vladimir, whose troops are preparing for another offensive, was clearly unimpressed – possibly because Trump never followed up on suggestions that he would tighten sanctions on Russia unless it changed course. With strains in the relationship between the two leaders increasingly public, leaked reports from the Pentagon said that the administration had decided to halt supplying Ukraine with much-needed weapons, including Patriot air defence missiles and thousands of Howitzer rounds. A sharply worded editorial in the frequently Trump-friendly Wall Street Journal on July 3 described the decision to withhold weapons before Russia’s expected summer assault as “a hostile act that favours Vladimir Putin.” Alarmed reactions also came from Europe as well as from some of his most devoted followers in the Republican Party, the so-called MAGA (Make America Great Again) crowd, who voted him into office largely because he pledged to keep the United States out of foreign wars. Just three days after the suspension of aid became known, Trump reversed course. On the sidelines of a meeting with the visiting Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, Trump announced that US arms supplies to Ukraine would resume. “We have to, they have to be able to defend themselves,” he told reporters. “They are getting hit very hard. Now they are getting hit very hard. We’re gonna have to send more weapons.” In the early stages of the conflict, Trump suggested that it was Ukraine that had provoked the Russian invasion because of its desire to join the European Union and the North Atlantic Treaty Alliance (NATO). Trump’s aides frequently echoed Kremlin talking points. A visit to Washington in February by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky descended into a shouting match between him, Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Lunch was cancelled, as was a planned joint press conference after the Ukrainian was asked to leave the Oval Office. US-Ukrainian relations have since warmed up, partly because of a trade deal on rare minerals, and Trump clearly no longer views Putin through rose-tinted glasses. At a NATO meeting in June, he told reporters that Putin was proving “the more difficult partner” in reaching a peace deal. That is a very long way from the days when Trump assured the world he could end the conflict in a day because of his good relations with, and influence on, Putin. The one-day solution to the conflict became part of his speeches in the campaign for the 2024 elections he won. “Befeore I even arrive at the Oval Office, I will have the war settled. It will take no longer than a day,“ he told a cheering crowd on March 5, 2023. That was 856 days ago. How many more days it will take before that conflict finally ends is anyone’s guess

This conclusion is drawn from a bewildering and swift American U-turn on US weapons supplies to Ukraine, which has been under fierce drone and bombing attacks on civilian targets, including the capital, Kyiv.

Trump-Putin relations: Finally, the end of an illusion?

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said BRICS was set up to hurt the United States and to “degenerate” the dollar, which he called “king”, adding that all countries in the bloc, including India, would face a 10 per cent tariff. When asked about India’s position, considering its status as a significant US trade partner and BRICS member, Trump clarified that no exceptions would be made. Trump explicitly stated that India’s membership in BRICS means it would be subject to the same additional 10% tariffs planned for the entire bloc. “They (India) have to pay 10 per cent if they are in BRICS, because BRICS was set up to hurt us, to degenerate our dollar, to take it off as a standard. That is okay if they want to play their game, I can play their game too. So anybody that is in BRICS is getting a 10 per cent charge. If they (India), they’re gonna have to pay a 10 per cent tariff,” Trump told reporters.&nbsp;<h2>‘Countries seeking to challenge the dollar are gonna have to pay a big price’</h2>&nbsp;He added that countries seeking to challenge the dollar “are gonna have to pay a big price,” and said, “I don’t think any of them is willing to pay that price.”Trump said he believed BRICS had “largely broke up,” adding, “I thought BRICS was, and I said it a year ago, that it largely broke up, but there are a couple of them hanging around.”“BRICS is not, in my opinion, a serious threat, but what they try to do is to destroy the dollar so that another country can take over and be the standard, and we are not gonna lose the standard,” he added.&nbsp;<h2>‘Country needs a smart leader to protect the dollar’s global standing’</h2>&nbsp;Taking a swipe at former president Joe Biden, Trump said the country needs a smart leader to protect the dollar’s global standing, warning that under “a stupid president like the last one,” the US could lose its position as the issuer of the world’s standard currency, a loss he compared to “losing a war, a major world war.”“If you have a smart president, you will never lose the standard. If you have a stupid president like the last one, you would lose the standard. You wouldn’t have the dollars here. And if we lost the world standard dollar, that would be like losing a war, a major world war. We would not be the same country any longer. The dollar is king. We are gonna keep it that way,” Trump added.

Trump said the country needs a smart leader to protect the dollar’s global standing, warning that under “a stupid president like the last one,” the US could lose its position as the issuer of the world’s standard currency, a loss he compared to “losing a war, a major world war.”

President Donald Trump on Tuesday said BRICS was set up to hurt the United States and to “degenerate” the dollar, which he called “king”, adding that all countries in the bloc, including India, would face a 10 per cent tariff. When asked about India’s position, considering its status as a significant US trade partner and BRICS member, Trump clarified that no exceptions would be made. Trump explicitly stated that India’s membership in BRICS means it would be subject to the same additional 10% tariffs planned for the entire bloc. “They (India) have to pay 10 per cent if they are in BRICS, because BRICS was set up to hurt us, to degenerate our dollar, to take it off as a standard. That is okay if they want to play their game, I can play their game too. So anybody that is in BRICS is getting a 10 per cent charge. If they (India), they’re gonna have to pay a 10 per cent tariff,” Trump told reporters. ‘Countries seeking to challenge the dollar are gonna have to pay a big price’ He added that countries seeking to challenge the dollar “are gonna have to pay a big price,” and said, “I don’t think any of them is willing to pay that price.” Trump said he believed BRICS had “largely broke up,” adding, “I thought BRICS was, and I said it a year ago, that it largely broke up, but there are a couple of them hanging around.” “BRICS is not, in my opinion, a serious threat, but what they try to do is to destroy the dollar so that another country can take over and be the standard, and we are not gonna lose the standard,” he added. ‘Country needs a smart leader to protect the dollar’s global standing’ Taking a swipe at former president Joe Biden, Trump said the country needs a smart leader to protect the dollar’s global standing, warning that under “a stupid president like the last one,” the US could lose its position as the issuer of the world’s standard currency, a loss he compared to “losing a war, a major world war.” “If you have a smart president, you will never lose the standard. If you have a stupid president like the last one, you would lose the standard. You wouldn’t have the dollars here. And if we lost the world standard dollar, that would be like losing a war, a major world war. We would not be the same country any longer. The dollar is king. We are gonna keep it that way,” Trump added.

Trump said the country needs a smart leader to protect the dollar’s global standing, warning that under “a stupid president like the last one,” the US could lose its position as the issuer of the world’s standard currency, a loss he compared to “losing a war, a major world war.”

‘Dollar is king’: Trump says BRICS was set up to hurt us, all nations in bloc will face 10% tariff

President Donald Trump criticised Russian leadership while discussing the Ukraine War with reporters during his Cabinet meeting at the White House on Tuesday and expressed his displeasure with Russian President Vladimir Putin saying, “We get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin… you want to know the truth. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” Trump frequently said on the campaign trail that he could end the war in Ukraine in one day—a claim that did not bear out. Trump said, “A lot of people are dying and it should end. We get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin—you want to know the truth. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” Trump said, “I’m not happy with Putin, I can tell you that much right now, because he’s killing a lot of people,” while adding that he is also open to additional sanctions on Russia.&nbsp;Talking about US support to Ukraine, Trump said, “They had the benefit of unbelievable equipment... We gave them far more because Biden shouldn’t have done that... We should’ve given less than Europe... The Ukrainians, whether you think it’s unfair we gave all that money or not, they were very brave.”&nbsp;<h2>US bombing of Iran ‘reestablished deterrence’</h2>&nbsp;Referring to the strikes on Iran, the president praised the US military and the B2 bombers that took out Iran’s nuclear facilities. He said, “Those machines flew for 37 straight hours. They didn’t stop. They went skedaddle... They dropped the bombs and somebody said skedaddle... And every bomb hit its mark and hit it incredibly.”&nbsp;Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said during the meeting that the recent US bombing of Iran “reestablished deterrence."“It reversed what happened in Afghanistan,” Hegseth said, referring to the chaotic US withdrawal from the country under former president Joe Biden. “What was demonstrated on the world stage was American military might and capability,” added Hegseth.Trump echoed Hegseth, saying the United States’ “so-called enemies” paid close attention to the Iran strikes.“They watched every minute of it,” he added.&nbsp;<h2>Slams media for ‘phony reporting’ on Operation Midnight Hammer</h2>&nbsp;Trump then slammed the media for their ‘phony reporting’ on Operation Midnight Hammer, and said, “I always like confronting because otherwise the public doesn’t know that you’re a bunch of crooked people ... the media has to straighten out their act. The media’s down to 17% approval.”&nbsp;In his remarks on the fatal flooding in Texas, Trump said that he would travel to Texas on Friday with first lady Melania Trump.&nbsp;Trump spent a chunk of the Cabinet meeting praising the US military’s strikes on Iran while criticizing media coverage of the strikes.Several minutes at the start of the meeting were dedicated to the Texas response, during which Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was the main speaker.&nbsp;“Texas is strong and the people of Texas are incredibly strong... We still are looking for people... They will continue until they find every single person and we will continue to help them,” she said.&nbsp;“These parents were picking up these kids’ belongings out of the mud... the strength of people is incredible,” the Homeland Security Secretary said.

In his remarks on the fatal flooding in Texas, Trump said that he would travel to Texas on Friday with first lady Melania Trump. Trump spent a chunk of the Cabinet meeting praising the US military’s strikes on Iran while criticizing media coverage of the strikes.

President Donald Trump criticised Russian leadership while discussing the Ukraine War with reporters during his Cabinet meeting at the White House on Tuesday and expressed his displeasure with Russian President Vladimir Putin saying, “We get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin… you want to know the truth. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” Trump frequently said on the campaign trail that he could end the war in Ukraine in one day—a claim that did not bear out. Trump said, “A lot of people are dying and it should end. We get a lot of bullshit thrown at us by Putin—you want to know the truth. He’s very nice all the time, but it turns out to be meaningless.” Trump said, “I’m not happy with Putin, I can tell you that much right now, because he’s killing a lot of people,” while adding that he is also open to additional sanctions on Russia. Talking about US support to Ukraine, Trump said, “They had the benefit of unbelievable equipment... We gave them far more because Biden shouldn’t have done that... We should’ve given less than Europe... The Ukrainians, whether you think it’s unfair we gave all that money or not, they were very brave.” US bombing of Iran ‘reestablished deterrence’ Referring to the strikes on Iran, the president praised the US military and the B2 bombers that took out Iran’s nuclear facilities. He said, “Those machines flew for 37 straight hours. They didn’t stop. They went skedaddle... They dropped the bombs and somebody said skedaddle... And every bomb hit its mark and hit it incredibly.” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said during the meeting that the recent US bombing of Iran “reestablished deterrence." “It reversed what happened in Afghanistan,” Hegseth said, referring to the chaotic US withdrawal from the country under former president Joe Biden. “What was demonstrated on the world stage was American military might and capability,” added Hegseth. Trump echoed Hegseth, saying the United States’ “so-called enemies” paid close attention to the Iran strikes. “They watched every minute of it,” he added. Slams media for ‘phony reporting’ on Operation Midnight Hammer Trump then slammed the media for their ‘phony reporting’ on Operation Midnight Hammer, and said, “I always like confronting because otherwise the public doesn’t know that you’re a bunch of crooked people ... the media has to straighten out their act. The media’s down to 17% approval.” In his remarks on the fatal flooding in Texas, Trump said that he would travel to Texas on Friday with first lady Melania Trump. Trump spent a chunk of the Cabinet meeting praising the US military’s strikes on Iran while criticizing media coverage of the strikes. Several minutes at the start of the meeting were dedicated to the Texas response, during which Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem was the main speaker. “Texas is strong and the people of Texas are incredibly strong... We still are looking for people... They will continue until they find every single person and we will continue to help them,” she said. “These parents were picking up these kids’ belongings out of the mud... the strength of people is incredible,” the Homeland Security Secretary said.

In his remarks on the fatal flooding in Texas, Trump said that he would travel to Texas on Friday with first lady Melania Trump. Trump spent a chunk of the Cabinet meeting praising the US military’s strikes on Iran while criticizing media coverage of the strikes.

‘We get a lot of bull…. thrown at us by Putin,’ says Trump, slams Russian leadership

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. Trump made the revelation at the White House while he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.&nbsp;Before meeting the Israeli PM, Donald Trump announced tariffs for 14 nations, including strategic&nbsp;allies like Japan. He later said that he had sent letters to the nations that weren't in talks with the US for trade deals.&nbsp;Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom and is in the process of finalising a trade deal with New Delhi.&nbsp;"We've spoken to everybody...it's all done, I told you we'll make some deals, but for the most part, we're going to send a letter. We're going to say, 'Welcome to the United States, if you'd like to participate in the greatest, most successful country ever'. I mean, we are doing better than ever... We've never had numbers like this. We've never had investments like this. We have more than 90... we have much more than 90. But most of those are going to be sent to the&nbsp;letter. This is exactly what I said. Now we've made a deal with the United Kingdom. We've made a deal with China. We're close to making a deal with India. Others we met with, and we don't think we're going to be able to make a deal. So we just send them a letter," he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump said that the letters would detail how much tariffs the respective countries are liable to pay. He said the US wouldn't be unfair.&nbsp;"If you want to play ball, ...this is what you have to pay... As far as I'm concerned, we're done. We're sending out letters to various countries telling them how much tariffs they have to pay. Some will maybe adjust a little bit, depending on whether they have a cause. We're not going to be unfair about it and actually, it's a small fraction compared to what we should be getting. We should be, we could be asking for much more. But for the sake of relationships that we've had with a lot of really good countries, we're doing it the way I do it. We could be getting a lot more. We could ask for a lot more than what we're asking for," he added.&nbsp;Trump announced additional tariffs on 14 nations,&nbsp;including Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, South Korea, and Japan. He said the new taxes will be imposed with effect from August 1.&nbsp;According to the letters, Thailand and Cambodia each will face a tariff of 36 per cent,&nbsp;while Bangladesh and Serbia will each be hit with a tariff of 35 per cent. In the letters, Trump mentioned that Malaysia and Kazakhstan will each face 25 per cent tariffs.

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. 

US President Donald Trump, who launched a fresh round of global trade war by threatening a host of countries with additional tariffs, said on Monday night that his country is close to reaching a trade deal with India. Trump made the revelation at the White House while he hosted Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Before meeting the Israeli PM, Donald Trump announced tariffs for 14 nations, including strategic allies like Japan. He later said that he had sent letters to the nations that weren't in talks with the US for trade deals. Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom and is in the process of finalising a trade deal with New Delhi. "We've spoken to everybody...it's all done, I told you we'll make some deals, but for the most part, we're going to send a letter. We're going to say, 'Welcome to the United States, if you'd like to participate in the greatest, most successful country ever'. I mean, we are doing better than ever... We've never had numbers like this. We've never had investments like this. We have more than 90... we have much more than 90. But most of those are going to be sent to the letter. This is exactly what I said. Now we've made a deal with the United Kingdom. We've made a deal with China. We're close to making a deal with India. Others we met with, and we don't think we're going to be able to make a deal. So we just send them a letter," he said. Trump said that the letters would detail how much tariffs the respective countries are liable to pay. He said the US wouldn't be unfair. "If you want to play ball, ...this is what you have to pay... As far as I'm concerned, we're done. We're sending out letters to various countries telling them how much tariffs they have to pay. Some will maybe adjust a little bit, depending on whether they have a cause. We're not going to be unfair about it and actually, it's a small fraction compared to what we should be getting. We should be, we could be asking for much more. But for the sake of relationships that we've had with a lot of really good countries, we're doing it the way I do it. We could be getting a lot more. We could ask for a lot more than what we're asking for," he added. Trump announced additional tariffs on 14 nations, including Thailand, Myanmar, Bangladesh, South Korea, and Japan. He said the new taxes will be imposed with effect from August 1. According to the letters, Thailand and Cambodia each will face a tariff of 36 per cent, while Bangladesh and Serbia will each be hit with a tariff of 35 per cent. In the letters, Trump mentioned that Malaysia and Kazakhstan will each face 25 per cent tariffs.

Speaking with reporters, Donald Trump pointed out that the US had already entered trade deals with China and the United Kingdom.

Donald Trump makes big 'trade deal' announcement for India amid tariff worries

Developing nations at the BRICS summit resisted President Donald Trump’s accusation of being “anti-American” while Brazil’s president said on Monday that the world does not need an “emperor” after the US leader threatened extra tariffs on the bloc. Trump’s threat came on Sunday night as the US government prepared to finalise dozens of trade deals with a range of countries before his July 9 deadline for the imposition of significant “retaliatory tariffs”. At the end of the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva struck a defiant note when asked by journalists about the tariff threat from Trump and said, “The world has changed. We don’t want an emperor.”&nbsp;<h2>‘BRICS making people uncomfortable’: Lula</h2>&nbsp;“This is a set of countries that wants to find another way of organizing the world from the economic perspective. I think that’s why the BRICS are making people uncomfortable,” Lula said.&nbsp;In February, Trump had warned that the BRICS would face “100% tariffs” if they tried to undermine the role of the US dollar in global trade.&nbsp;Lula repeated on Monday his view that global trade needs alternatives to the US dollar. “The world needs to find a way that our trade relations don’t have to pass through the dollar,” Lula told journalists. “Obviously, we have to be responsible about doing that carefully. Our central banks have to discuss it with central banks from other countries,” he added.&nbsp;South African President Cyril Ramaphosa told reporters that BRICS does not seek to compete with any other power and expressed confidence in reaching a trade deal with the US.&nbsp;<h2>‘BRICS for win-win cooperation, does not target any country’</h2>&nbsp;&nbsp;“Tariffs should not be used as a tool for coercion and pressuring,” Mao Ning, the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said in Beijing. The BRICS advocates for "win-win cooperation," she added, and "does not target any country."Many BRICS members and the group’s partner nations are highly dependent on trade with the United States.&nbsp;Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imports from Japan and South Korea, accusing both nations of unfair trade practices in official letters sent to Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung.Later, Trump announced 25% tariffs on Malaysia and Kazakhstan, 30% on South Africa, and 40% on Laos and Myanmar.

In February, President Donald Trump had warned that the BRICS would face “100% tariffs” if they tried to undermine the role of the US dollar in global trade. Lula repeated his view on Monday that global trade needs alternatives to the US dollar.

Developing nations at the BRICS summit resisted President Donald Trump’s accusation of being “anti-American” while Brazil’s president said on Monday that the world does not need an “emperor” after the US leader threatened extra tariffs on the bloc. Trump’s threat came on Sunday night as the US government prepared to finalise dozens of trade deals with a range of countries before his July 9 deadline for the imposition of significant “retaliatory tariffs”. At the end of the BRICS summit in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil’s President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva struck a defiant note when asked by journalists about the tariff threat from Trump and said, “The world has changed. We don’t want an emperor.” ‘BRICS making people uncomfortable’: Lula “This is a set of countries that wants to find another way of organizing the world from the economic perspective. I think that’s why the BRICS are making people uncomfortable,” Lula said. In February, Trump had warned that the BRICS would face “100% tariffs” if they tried to undermine the role of the US dollar in global trade. Lula repeated on Monday his view that global trade needs alternatives to the US dollar. “The world needs to find a way that our trade relations don’t have to pass through the dollar,” Lula told journalists. “Obviously, we have to be responsible about doing that carefully. Our central banks have to discuss it with central banks from other countries,” he added. South African President Cyril Ramaphosa told reporters that BRICS does not seek to compete with any other power and expressed confidence in reaching a trade deal with the US. ‘BRICS for win-win cooperation, does not target any country’ “Tariffs should not be used as a tool for coercion and pressuring,” Mao Ning, the Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said in Beijing. The BRICS advocates for "win-win cooperation," she added, and "does not target any country." Many BRICS members and the group’s partner nations are highly dependent on trade with the United States. Trump announced a 25% tariff on all imports from Japan and South Korea, accusing both nations of unfair trade practices in official letters sent to Japanese Prime Minister Ishiba Shigeru and South Korean President Lee Jae Myung. Later, Trump announced 25% tariffs on Malaysia and Kazakhstan, 30% on South Africa, and 40% on Laos and Myanmar.

In February, President Donald Trump had warned that the BRICS would face “100% tariffs” if they tried to undermine the role of the US dollar in global trade. Lula repeated his view on Monday that global trade needs alternatives to the US dollar.

World does not want an ‘emperor’, Lula tells Trump after tariff threat to BRICS nations

US President Donald Trump expects the mediators in the ongoing negotiations for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal to reach an agreement this week, and they have been sounded accordingly, said an Arab diplomat involved in the talks. The message is being passed along to both Israel and Hamas with a warning against disappointing Trump this time, confirmed another individual privy to the developments, said a Times of Israel report. Progress has been made during proximity talks that have been held over the past two days in Doha, particularly on the issue of humanitarian aid, said the Arab diplomat. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s operations will be significantly limited, if not ended completely, the diplomat added.Hamas has demanded a surge of aid through the UN and other international organisations, which Israel has massively restricted, except for GHF.&nbsp;The American aid organization has been facing criticism for forcing Gazans to walk long distances while crossing IDF lines, and often coming under attack, in order to pick up boxes of food. Israel says the mechanism is necessary to prevent Hamas from diverting aid.&nbsp;Negotiators in Doha have also discussed the exact parameters of Israel’s partial withdrawal from Gaza during the 60-day ceasefire under discussion, and Israeli officials came to Qatar with a map of the withdrawal they envision.Hamas has been demanding that Israel pull back to where its troops were stationed before the previous ceasefire began collapsing on March 2, but the terror group has shown flexibility on this issue.&nbsp;<h2>US envoy Witkoff will be in Doha to push Gaza talks</h2>&nbsp;White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said during a press briefing that US special envoy to the Mideast, Steve Witkoff, will travel to Doha later this week to advance a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal.Leavitt said an “agreeable and appropriate” ceasefire proposal is on the table after Israel backed it, and urged Hamas to do the same.Hamas said over the weekend that it responded positively to the proposal, while submitting three reservations that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would not accept.&nbsp;Leavitt said in the briefing that Trump’s “utmost priority” is to end the war in Gaza and ensure return all of the remaining hostages.Trump is seemingly keen on trying to seize on any momentum created by the weakening of Iran to push both sides for a breakthrough in the 21-month Gaza war.

Negotiators have also discussed the exact parameters of Israel’s partial withdrawal from Gaza during the 60-day ceasefire under discussion, and Israeli officials came to Qatar with a map of the withdrawal they envision. US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will travel to Doha to advance the deal.

US President Donald Trump expects the mediators in the ongoing negotiations for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal to reach an agreement this week, and they have been sounded accordingly, said an Arab diplomat involved in the talks. The message is being passed along to both Israel and Hamas with a warning against disappointing Trump this time, confirmed another individual privy to the developments, said a Times of Israel report. Progress has been made during proximity talks that have been held over the past two days in Doha, particularly on the issue of humanitarian aid, said the Arab diplomat. The Gaza Humanitarian Foundation’s operations will be significantly limited, if not ended completely, the diplomat added. Hamas has demanded a surge of aid through the UN and other international organisations, which Israel has massively restricted, except for GHF. The American aid organization has been facing criticism for forcing Gazans to walk long distances while crossing IDF lines, and often coming under attack, in order to pick up boxes of food. Israel says the mechanism is necessary to prevent Hamas from diverting aid. Negotiators in Doha have also discussed the exact parameters of Israel’s partial withdrawal from Gaza during the 60-day ceasefire under discussion, and Israeli officials came to Qatar with a map of the withdrawal they envision. Hamas has been demanding that Israel pull back to where its troops were stationed before the previous ceasefire began collapsing on March 2, but the terror group has shown flexibility on this issue. US envoy Witkoff will be in Doha to push Gaza talks White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said during a press briefing that US special envoy to the Mideast, Steve Witkoff, will travel to Doha later this week to advance a Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal. Leavitt said an “agreeable and appropriate” ceasefire proposal is on the table after Israel backed it, and urged Hamas to do the same. Hamas said over the weekend that it responded positively to the proposal, while submitting three reservations that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he would not accept. Leavitt said in the briefing that Trump’s “utmost priority” is to end the war in Gaza and ensure return all of the remaining hostages. Trump is seemingly keen on trying to seize on any momentum created by the weakening of Iran to push both sides for a breakthrough in the 21-month Gaza war.

Negotiators have also discussed the exact parameters of Israel’s partial withdrawal from Gaza during the 60-day ceasefire under discussion, and Israeli officials came to Qatar with a map of the withdrawal they envision. US special envoy, Steve Witkoff, will travel to Doha to advance the deal.

Trump pushing Israel and Hamas to clinch ceasefire and hostage release deal this week: Report

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (Jun 5) described his latest call with US President Donald Trump as the best and the "most productive" they've had since the war began, revealing that critical discussions on air defence and Patriot missile systems had taken centre stage. In his nightly address video, Zelensky said, "Regarding the conversation with the President of the United States, which took place a day earlier, it was probably the best conversation we have had during this whole time, the most productive".<h2>What did Zelensky say about the Patriot missile system?</h2>Hailing his recent conversation with the POTUS as probably the best conversation we have had during this whole time, the most productive, Zelensky revealed that they "discussed air defence issues and I'm grateful for the willingness to help".Zelensky expressed gratitude for Trump's willingness to help; the president of the war-torn nation emphasised that Patriot air defence systems were "key to protection against ballistic threats" as Russia intensified its aerial assault on Ukraine. He added that the two leaders had discussed "several other important matters" and that officials from the two sides would be considering them in forthcoming meetings.<h2>Trump calls talks with Putin “pretty disappointing”</h2>Previously, speaking to reporters on Friday (Jul 4), Trump confirmed the call with Zelensky and reiterated that Ukraine would need the Patriot system to defend itself: "They're going to need something because they're being hit pretty hard."He also talked about a separate conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as "pretty disappointing". Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with President Vladimir Putin and remarked he was "very unhappy" about his call with the Russian leader on the war in Ukraine. Trump commented that Putin just wanted to "keep killing people", and described the situation as "no good". Trump, while talking to reporters aboard Air Force One, said, “It's a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to go all the way; just keep killing people, it's no good.” He also hinted that Moscow may face tough US sanctions.

In his nightly address video, Zelensky said, "Regarding the conversation with the President of the United States, which took place a day earlier, it was probably the best conversation we have had during this whole time, the most productive".

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday (Jun 5) described his latest call with US President Donald Trump as the best and the "most productive" they've had since the war began, revealing that critical discussions on air defence and Patriot missile systems had taken centre stage. In his nightly address video, Zelensky said, "Regarding the conversation with the President of the United States, which took place a day earlier, it was probably the best conversation we have had during this whole time, the most productive". What did Zelensky say about the Patriot missile system? Hailing his recent conversation with the POTUS as probably the best conversation we have had during this whole time, the most productive, Zelensky revealed that they "discussed air defence issues and I'm grateful for the willingness to help". Zelensky expressed gratitude for Trump's willingness to help; the president of the war-torn nation emphasised that Patriot air defence systems were "key to protection against ballistic threats" as Russia intensified its aerial assault on Ukraine. He added that the two leaders had discussed "several other important matters" and that officials from the two sides would be considering them in forthcoming meetings. Trump calls talks with Putin “pretty disappointing” Previously, speaking to reporters on Friday (Jul 4), Trump confirmed the call with Zelensky and reiterated that Ukraine would need the Patriot system to defend itself: "They're going to need something because they're being hit pretty hard." He also talked about a separate conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, describing it as "pretty disappointing". Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with President Vladimir Putin and remarked he was "very unhappy" about his call with the Russian leader on the war in Ukraine. Trump commented that Putin just wanted to "keep killing people", and described the situation as "no good". Trump, while talking to reporters aboard Air Force One, said, “It's a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to go all the way; just keep killing people, it's no good.” He also hinted that Moscow may face tough US sanctions.

In his nightly address video, Zelensky said, "Regarding the conversation with the President of the United States, which took place a day earlier, it was probably the best conversation we have had during this whole time, the most productive".

Patriot missiles for Ukraine? Zelensky labels Trump call 'most productive yet,' says US system key to nation's survival

Elon Musk on Saturday (June 5) announced the formation of a new political movement called the ‘America Party’, claiming it will help return freedom to the people and challenge the dominance of both major parties in the United States.In a post on his social media platform X, Musk wrote, “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” He cited the results of a poll he posted on July 4, where 65.4% of over a million users voted in favour of forming a new party. “By a factor of 2 to 1, you want a new political party and you shall have it!” he said.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-170-billion-700-miles-border-wall-trump-declares-us-now-ready-for-largest-mass-deportation-operation-after-signing-mega-bill-1751737091597">'$170 billion, 700 miles border wall': Trump declares US now ready for 'largest mass deportation operation' after signing mega bill</a>The announcement follows a public fallout between Musk and President Donald Trump, which intensified after Trump signed his sweeping ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ into law on July 4. Musk had previously threatened to form a new political party if the bill passed, and now he’s acting on it.The bill, a centrepiece of Trump’s second-term agenda, includes massive tax cuts and record funding for immigration enforcement. Musk, who once backed the plan and donated $277 million to Trump’s 2024 campaign, has since turned against it, criticising the bill for adding $3.3 trillion to the national debt.<h2>Strategic plan to become a swing bloc in Congress</h2>According to a series of posts made by Musk, the America Party won’t try to dominate Congress but instead plans to target just a few key races. Musk explained the party could focus on 2 or 3 Senate seats and 8 to 10 House districts, where slim margins could allow the new party to become a deciding vote on key laws.“Given the razor-thin legislative margins, that would be enough to serve as the deciding vote on contentious laws, ensuring they serve the true will of the people,” Musk wrote.<h2>A party against both Democrats and Republicans</h2>Musk has framed the America Party as a response to what he sees as a broken political system. “Independence Day is the perfect time to ask if you want independence from the two-party (some would say uniparty) system!” he said in his July 4 poll post.The idea appears to be gathering momentum among Musk’s supporters, with many embracing his call for a new political force in Washington that rejects both Republican excesses and Democratic inefficiencies.Musk had been serving in Trump’s administration as head of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Under his leadership, the department claimed to have saved $190 billion by slashing budgets and eliminating redundant agencies. However, a watchdog group later estimated the changes may have cost taxpayers $135 billion in disruptions and legal complications.He resigned from DOGE in May, just weeks before Trump signed the spending bill.

In a post on his social media platform X, Musk wrote, “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” He cited the results of a poll he posted on July 4, where 65.4% of over a million users voted in favour of forming a new party

Elon Musk on Saturday (June 5) announced the formation of a new political movement called the ‘America Party’, claiming it will help return freedom to the people and challenge the dominance of both major parties in the United States. In a post on his social media platform X, Musk wrote, “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” He cited the results of a poll he posted on July 4, where 65.4% of over a million users voted in favour of forming a new party. “By a factor of 2 to 1, you want a new political party and you shall have it!” he said. Also read: '$170 billion, 700 miles border wall': Trump declares US now ready for 'largest mass deportation operation' after signing mega bill The announcement follows a public fallout between Musk and President Donald Trump, which intensified after Trump signed his sweeping ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ into law on July 4. Musk had previously threatened to form a new political party if the bill passed, and now he’s acting on it. The bill, a centrepiece of Trump’s second-term agenda, includes massive tax cuts and record funding for immigration enforcement. Musk, who once backed the plan and donated $277 million to Trump’s 2024 campaign, has since turned against it, criticising the bill for adding $3.3 trillion to the national debt. Strategic plan to become a swing bloc in Congress According to a series of posts made by Musk, the America Party won’t try to dominate Congress but instead plans to target just a few key races. Musk explained the party could focus on 2 or 3 Senate seats and 8 to 10 House districts, where slim margins could allow the new party to become a deciding vote on key laws. “Given the razor-thin legislative margins, that would be enough to serve as the deciding vote on contentious laws, ensuring they serve the true will of the people,” Musk wrote. A party against both Democrats and Republicans Musk has framed the America Party as a response to what he sees as a broken political system. “Independence Day is the perfect time to ask if you want independence from the two-party (some would say uniparty) system!” he said in his July 4 poll post. The idea appears to be gathering momentum among Musk’s supporters, with many embracing his call for a new political force in Washington that rejects both Republican excesses and Democratic inefficiencies. Musk had been serving in Trump’s administration as head of the newly created Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Under his leadership, the department claimed to have saved $190 billion by slashing budgets and eliminating redundant agencies. However, a watchdog group later estimated the changes may have cost taxpayers $135 billion in disruptions and legal complications. He resigned from DOGE in May, just weeks before Trump signed the spending bill.

In a post on his social media platform X, Musk wrote, “Today, the America Party is formed to give you back your freedom.” He cited the results of a poll he posted on July 4, where 65.4% of over a million users voted in favour of forming a new party.

'To give you back your freedom': Elon Musk launches ‘America Party’ after rift with Trump - Is this the end of US two-party system?

US President Donald Trump has signed letters to 12 countries describing various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the US. He said that the letters with a “take it or leave it” offer will be sent to the countries on Monday (July 7). While speaking to the reporter aboard Air Force One, en route to New Jersey, &nbsp;Trump rejected the request to name the countries that are expected to receive the letters. He said he would make the names public on Monday only.&nbsp;Earlier, Trump had told reporters on Thursday (July 3) that the first batch of the letters would be dispatched on Friday (July 4) only, on the national holiday in the US. But the date has now shifted.&nbsp;In April this year, Trump announced a 10 per cent base tariff rate and additional amounts for most countries, some hitting as high as 50 per cent. The move was part of a global trade war. Although all but the 10 per cent base rate were subsequently suspended for 90 days to allow more time for negotiations to secure deals. That 90-day period ends on July 9.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Trump also said on Friday that the imposed tariffs can even be higher than the earlier set percentage. He said that the tariff can go as high as 70 per cent.&nbsp; &nbsp;

Trump also said on Friday that the imposed tariffs can even be higher than the earlier set percentage. He said that the tariff can go as high as 70 per cent. 

US President Donald Trump has signed letters to 12 countries describing various tariff levels they would face on goods they export to the US. He said that the letters with a “take it or leave it” offer will be sent to the countries on Monday (July 7). While speaking to the reporter aboard Air Force One, en route to New Jersey, Trump rejected the request to name the countries that are expected to receive the letters. He said he would make the names public on Monday only. Earlier, Trump had told reporters on Thursday (July 3) that the first batch of the letters would be dispatched on Friday (July 4) only, on the national holiday in the US. But the date has now shifted. In April this year, Trump announced a 10 per cent base tariff rate and additional amounts for most countries, some hitting as high as 50 per cent. The move was part of a global trade war. Although all but the 10 per cent base rate were subsequently suspended for 90 days to allow more time for negotiations to secure deals. That 90-day period ends on July 9. Meanwhile, Trump also said on Friday that the imposed tariffs can even be higher than the earlier set percentage. He said that the tariff can go as high as 70 per cent.

Trump also said on Friday that the imposed tariffs can even be higher than the earlier set percentage. He said that the tariff can go as high as 70 per cent.&nbsp;

Trump to send ‘take it or leave it’ tariff letters to 12 countries on THIS day. Will tariff go even higher?

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jul 4) expressed his dissatisfaction with President Vladimir Putin and remarked he was "very unhappy" about his call with the Russian leader on the war in Ukraine. Trump commented that Putin just wanted to "keep killing people", and described the situation as "no good". Trump, while talking to reporters aboard Air Force One, said, “It's a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to go all the way; just keep killing people, it's no good.” He also hinted that Moscow may face tough US sanctions.<h2>Looming US sanctions on Russia</h2>The US president, while talking about how he was "unhappy" with Putin, also hinted at his willingness to toughen sanctions against Russia, even as he has spent the last six months attempting to persuade the Russian president to end the war.Referring to his conversations with Putin, Trump said that he may be expecting sanctions. "We talk about sanctions a lot," said the POTUS, adding, "He understands that it may be coming."Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky describes Russian strikes a 'deliberately massive'<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-zelensky-describes-russian-strikes-a-deliberately-massive-1751698805330/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-zelensky-describes-russian-strikes-a-deliberately-massive-1751698805330/embed</a>Trump, who in the past has been very critical of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, said that he had a "very strategic call" with the leader of the war-torn nation on Friday. Amid mounting concerns in Kyiv over US military aid deliveries, Zelensky, as per AFP, earlier said that the two leaders have agreed to work to "strengthen" Ukraine's air defences after Moscow's largest drone and missile barrage in over three years of the war so far.The US President also told reporters that he and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in a separate call on Friday, discussed sending Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine. However, he added that while he had not yet agreed to do so, Merz "feels they have to be protected".&nbsp;

 Trump, while talking to reporters aboard Air Force One, said, “It's a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to go all the way; just keep killing people, it's no good.” He also hinted that Moscow may face tough US sanctions.

US President Donald Trump on Friday (Jul 4) expressed his dissatisfaction with President Vladimir Putin and remarked he was "very unhappy" about his call with the Russian leader on the war in Ukraine. Trump commented that Putin just wanted to "keep killing people", and described the situation as "no good". Trump, while talking to reporters aboard Air Force One, said, “It's a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to go all the way; just keep killing people, it's no good.” He also hinted that Moscow may face tough US sanctions. Looming US sanctions on Russia The US president, while talking about how he was "unhappy" with Putin, also hinted at his willingness to toughen sanctions against Russia, even as he has spent the last six months attempting to persuade the Russian president to end the war. Referring to his conversations with Putin, Trump said that he may be expecting sanctions. "We talk about sanctions a lot," said the POTUS, adding, "He understands that it may be coming." Watch | Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky describes Russian strikes a 'deliberately massive' https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-zelensky-describes-russian-strikes-a-deliberately-massive-1751698805330/embed Trump, who in the past has been very critical of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, said that he had a "very strategic call" with the leader of the war-torn nation on Friday. Amid mounting concerns in Kyiv over US military aid deliveries, Zelensky, as per AFP, earlier said that the two leaders have agreed to work to "strengthen" Ukraine's air defences after Moscow's largest drone and missile barrage in over three years of the war so far. The US President also told reporters that he and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz in a separate call on Friday, discussed sending Patriot interceptor missiles to Ukraine. However, he added that while he had not yet agreed to do so, Merz "feels they have to be protected".

&nbsp;Trump, while talking to reporters aboard Air Force One, said, “It's a very tough situation. I told you I was very unhappy with my call with President Putin. He wants to go all the way; just keep killing people, it's no good.” He also hinted that Moscow may face tough US sanctions.

‘Very unhappy’: Trump says Putin wants to 'just keep killing people,' hints at tough US sanctions

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Friday, and the two leaders discussed the Russian strikes on Ukraine and the supply of air defence to Kyiv. The Presidential Office head in Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, said, “A very important and meaningful conversation between the presidents. All the details—coming soon.” Yermak called the conversation “important and productive.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky later said that he spoke with US President Donald Trump about the need to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence amid escalating Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities. After the phone call, Zelensky said in a post on X, “I had a very important and fruitful conversation with @POTUS. I congratulated President Trump and the entire American people on the US Independence Day.”&nbsp;&nbsp;“We—in Ukraine—are grateful for all the support provided. It helps us protect lives, safeguard our freedom and independence. We have achieved a lot together with America, and we support all efforts to stop the killings and restore just, lasting, and dignified peace. A noble agreement for peace is needed.”&nbsp;<h2>‘We spoke about opportunities in air defence’</h2>&nbsp;“Today we discussed the current situation, including Russian airstrikes and the broader frontline developments. President Trump is very well informed, and I thank him for his attention to Ukraine. We spoke about opportunities in air defence and agreed that we will work together to strengthen protection of our skies. We have also agreed to a meeting between our teams,” he added.&nbsp;“We had a detailed conversation about defence industry capabilities and joint production. We are ready for direct projects with the United States and believe this is critically important for security, especially when it comes to drones and related technologies,” Zelensky said.&nbsp;“We also touched on mutual procurement and investment. Finally, we exchanged views on the diplomatic situation and joint work with the US and other partners,” he added.&nbsp;In a brief note published on Telegram, Zelensky said they discussed “the possibilities of air defence, and agreed that we will work on increasing the protection in the sky.”&nbsp;He added that they also talked about the opportunities for joint arms production, saying, “We are ready for direct projects with America,” as well as potential other joint purchases and investments.&nbsp;“We have done a lot together with America and support all efforts to stop the killings and restore a normal, stable, dignified peace. A decent agreement is needed for peace, and Ukraine supports American proposals,” he said.&nbsp;<h2>Trump ‘disappointed’ with Putin after telephone call</h2> Earlier on Friday, Trump said that he came away disappointed from a telephone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday because it does not appear the latter is looking to stop Russia's war against Ukraine.US attempts to end the war in Ukraine through diplomacy have largely stalled, and Trump is now facing growing calls to increase pressure on Putin to negotiate in earnest.&nbsp;“I’m very disappointed with the conversation I had today with President Putin, because I don’t think he’s there, and I’m very disappointed,” Trump said. “I’m just saying I don’t think he’s looking to stop, and that’s too bad.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">I had a very important and fruitful conversation with <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>. I congratulated President Trump and the entire American people on the US Independence Day. We - in Ukraine - are grateful for all the support provided. It helps us protect lives, safeguard our freedom and… <a href="https://t.co/kQ3Byipvd2">pic.twitter.com/kQ3Byipvd2</a>&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1941140278980526341?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 4, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The Presidential Office head in Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, said, “A very important and meaningful conversation between the presidents. All the details—coming soon.” Yermak called the conversation “important and productive.”

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky held a phone call with US President Donald Trump on Friday, and the two leaders discussed the Russian strikes on Ukraine and the supply of air defence to Kyiv. The Presidential Office head in Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, said, “A very important and meaningful conversation between the presidents. All the details—coming soon.” Yermak called the conversation “important and productive.” Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky later said that he spoke with US President Donald Trump about the need to strengthen Ukraine’s air defence amid escalating Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities. After the phone call, Zelensky said in a post on X, “I had a very important and fruitful conversation with @POTUS. I congratulated President Trump and the entire American people on the US Independence Day.” “We—in Ukraine—are grateful for all the support provided. It helps us protect lives, safeguard our freedom and independence. We have achieved a lot together with America, and we support all efforts to stop the killings and restore just, lasting, and dignified peace. A noble agreement for peace is needed.” ‘We spoke about opportunities in air defence’ “Today we discussed the current situation, including Russian airstrikes and the broader frontline developments. President Trump is very well informed, and I thank him for his attention to Ukraine. We spoke about opportunities in air defence and agreed that we will work together to strengthen protection of our skies. We have also agreed to a meeting between our teams,” he added. “We had a detailed conversation about defence industry capabilities and joint production. We are ready for direct projects with the United States and believe this is critically important for security, especially when it comes to drones and related technologies,” Zelensky said. “We also touched on mutual procurement and investment. Finally, we exchanged views on the diplomatic situation and joint work with the US and other partners,” he added. In a brief note published on Telegram, Zelensky said they discussed “the possibilities of air defence, and agreed that we will work on increasing the protection in the sky.” He added that they also talked about the opportunities for joint arms production, saying, “We are ready for direct projects with America,” as well as potential other joint purchases and investments. “We have done a lot together with America and support all efforts to stop the killings and restore a normal, stable, dignified peace. A decent agreement is needed for peace, and Ukraine supports American proposals,” he said. Trump ‘disappointed’ with Putin after telephone call Earlier on Friday, Trump said that he came away disappointed from a telephone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday because it does not appear the latter is looking to stop Russia's war against Ukraine. US attempts to end the war in Ukraine through diplomacy have largely stalled, and Trump is now facing growing calls to increase pressure on Putin to negotiate in earnest. “I’m very disappointed with the conversation I had today with President Putin, because I don’t think he’s there, and I’m very disappointed,” Trump said. “I’m just saying I don’t think he’s looking to stop, and that’s too bad.”

The Presidential Office head in Ukraine, Andriy Yermak, said, “A very important and meaningful conversation between the presidents. All the details—coming soon.” Yermak called the conversation “important and productive.”

Zelensky, Trump discuss Russian strikes, ‘opportunities’ in air defence in phone call

US President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill officially landed on his table awaiting his signature, which will be completed with a signing ceremony Today, July 4. Republicans on Thursday, July 3, passed the bill in the Senate with a narrow margin of 218-214. In his truth social post, Trump declared the passing of “ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT.” With the passing of the much-debated 1000-page bill, how will the lives of Americans be affected?&nbsp;<h2>Here are the 10 major changes that are set to kick in once the bill passes. &nbsp;&nbsp;</h2><ul><li>Permanent tax cuts, including zero tax on tips, overtime pay, social security benefits and an expanded child tax credit. &nbsp;Child tax credit will increase by $2,200. People living in high-tax states, the SALT deduction gap (State and Local Tax) will be reduced from $10,000 to $40,000. Seniors earning under $75,000 will deduct an additional $6,000.&nbsp;</li><li>Massive cuts to Medicaid. Billions slashed from healthcare and food assistance programs, assisting millions. Parents with children aged 15 or older have to work 80 hours to keep their coverage.&nbsp;</li><li>The 2017 tax cuts will be made permanent, benefiting corporate and high earners the most. The bill gives $4.5 trillion in tax relief. Medicaid providers will get a tax cut by reducing the rate from 6% to 3.5% by 2031. But with a one-year delay in implementation.&nbsp;</li><li>Massive investment in the border with $46 billion for the wall, $45 billion for detention centres. Total defence investment of a whopping $350 billion, with $25 million for defence expansion, such as Golden Dome, increasing ICE presence, and deploying Marines. It also introduced $30 billion for out-of-control deportation fees.&nbsp;</li><li>Focus shifts from clean energy to fossil fuels, with significant scaling back on incentives in renewables.</li><li>Reduction of the federal workforce, streamlined operations of government agencies, and reduced civil servant incentives.</li><li>Overhaul of SNAP benefits, putting 40 million recipients, including some of the nation's most vulnerable populations, at greater risk of food insecurity. An estimated cut of $230 billion over 10 years.</li><li>Introducing a new student loan repayment plan that will increase the monthly payments. Reducing the repayment plans from four to two: a standard plan and the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP). This will increase repayment by $2,929 per year for students with college degrees.</li><li>Defunding the Planned Parenthood clinic. It will prevent any healthcare clinic that provides abortion care from receiving Medicaid funds.</li><li>Rolling back from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans, eliminating the Federal mandate around DEI policies. The House also passed a provision stripping broadband funding from states that regulate AI.</li></ul><h2>Who are the winners and losers?</h2>Trump's Big Beautiful Bill is likely to cause big pain for the lower and lower-middle class people, and the youth. It reduces the social welfare blanket, food security and will put a large portion of the population at risk. On the other hand, tax cuts will prove to be a major boost for the upper-middle class and corporations. Massive defence spending also implies a violent international policy and a severe crackdown on immigration.

President Trump is likely to sign the Big Beautiful Bill today, with massive changes in taxes, healthcare, AI, immigration, and border security. Here are the 10 changes that will affect Americans when the bill is passed.

US President Donald Trump's Big Beautiful Bill officially landed on his table awaiting his signature, which will be completed with a signing ceremony Today, July 4. Republicans on Thursday, July 3, passed the bill in the Senate with a narrow margin of 218-214. In his truth social post, Trump declared the passing of “ONE BIG BEAUTIFUL BILL ACT.” With the passing of the much-debated 1000-page bill, how will the lives of Americans be affected? Here are the 10 major changes that are set to kick in once the bill passes. Permanent tax cuts, including zero tax on tips, overtime pay, social security benefits and an expanded child tax credit. Child tax credit will increase by $2,200. People living in high-tax states, the SALT deduction gap (State and Local Tax) will be reduced from $10,000 to $40,000. Seniors earning under $75,000 will deduct an additional $6,000. Massive cuts to Medicaid. Billions slashed from healthcare and food assistance programs, assisting millions. Parents with children aged 15 or older have to work 80 hours to keep their coverage. The 2017 tax cuts will be made permanent, benefiting corporate and high earners the most. The bill gives $4.5 trillion in tax relief. Medicaid providers will get a tax cut by reducing the rate from 6% to 3.5% by 2031. But with a one-year delay in implementation. Massive investment in the border with $46 billion for the wall, $45 billion for detention centres. Total defence investment of a whopping $350 billion, with $25 million for defence expansion, such as Golden Dome, increasing ICE presence, and deploying Marines. It also introduced $30 billion for out-of-control deportation fees. Focus shifts from clean energy to fossil fuels, with significant scaling back on incentives in renewables. Reduction of the federal workforce, streamlined operations of government agencies, and reduced civil servant incentives. Overhaul of SNAP benefits, putting 40 million recipients, including some of the nation's most vulnerable populations, at greater risk of food insecurity. An estimated cut of $230 billion over 10 years. Introducing a new student loan repayment plan that will increase the monthly payments. Reducing the repayment plans from four to two: a standard plan and the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP). This will increase repayment by $2,929 per year for students with college degrees. Defunding the Planned Parenthood clinic. It will prevent any healthcare clinic that provides abortion care from receiving Medicaid funds. Rolling back from Diversity, Equity and Inclusion plans, eliminating the Federal mandate around DEI policies. The House also passed a provision stripping broadband funding from states that regulate AI. Who are the winners and losers? Trump's Big Beautiful Bill is likely to cause big pain for the lower and lower-middle class people, and the youth. It reduces the social welfare blanket, food security and will put a large portion of the population at risk. On the other hand, tax cuts will prove to be a major boost for the upper-middle class and corporations. Massive defence spending also implies a violent international policy and a severe crackdown on immigration.

President Trump is likely to sign the Big Beautiful Bill today, with massive changes in taxes, healthcare, AI, immigration, and border security. Here are the 10 changes that will affect Americans when the bill is passed.

Big Beautiful Bill of Trump: Here are the 10 changes that will affect Americans

Amid fresh talks for a Tariff on India, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that India remains unconcerned about the possibility of the US imposing a 500 per cent tariff and will deal with the issue only when it arrives.&nbsp;Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and 80 co-sponsors, are planning to table a bill to punish nations that continue trading with Russia such as China and India by slamming 500 percent tariff on them, to weaken Russia's war economy. This in the hope that Moscow will move to peace talks or cease further aggression in Ukraine.During a press conference in Washington, Jaishankar said, “Any development … is of interest to us if it impacts our interest or could impact our interest. So, we have been in touch … Our concerns on energy, security have been made conversant to him. So, we’ll then have to cross that bridge when we come to it, if we come to it.”Graham has said that the proposed legislation will impose “bone-breaking sanctions” on Russia and its trading partners.&nbsp;This development comes amid the ongoing India-US trade negotiations that are set for July 9, when the current pause on reciprocal tariffs is set to expire. Following which 26 per cent tariff is likely to kick in. India’s chief negotiator Rajesh Agarwal and his team are extending their stay in Washington for discussions, as talks are stuck in both directions.&nbsp;"I think we are going to have a deal with India … and if they do that, we are going to have a deal for much less tariffs," said Trump.Since 2022, Russia has become one of the biggest trade partners for India, with New Delhi importing more than 36 per cent of of its crude oil needs from Moscow, and saving approximately $13 billion in the process between 2022 and 2024. &nbsp;

India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar responded coolly to U.S. threats of a 500% tariff over Russian oil imports, saying “we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it,” as Washington considers new trade penalties for countries dealing with Moscow.

Amid fresh talks for a Tariff on India, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said that India remains unconcerned about the possibility of the US imposing a 500 per cent tariff and will deal with the issue only when it arrives. Republican Senator Lindsey Graham and 80 co-sponsors, are planning to table a bill to punish nations that continue trading with Russia such as China and India by slamming 500 percent tariff on them, to weaken Russia's war economy. This in the hope that Moscow will move to peace talks or cease further aggression in Ukraine. During a press conference in Washington, Jaishankar said, “Any development … is of interest to us if it impacts our interest or could impact our interest. So, we have been in touch … Our concerns on energy, security have been made conversant to him. So, we’ll then have to cross that bridge when we come to it, if we come to it.” Graham has said that the proposed legislation will impose “bone-breaking sanctions” on Russia and its trading partners. This development comes amid the ongoing India-US trade negotiations that are set for July 9, when the current pause on reciprocal tariffs is set to expire. Following which 26 per cent tariff is likely to kick in. India’s chief negotiator Rajesh Agarwal and his team are extending their stay in Washington for discussions, as talks are stuck in both directions. "I think we are going to have a deal with India … and if they do that, we are going to have a deal for much less tariffs," said Trump. Since 2022, Russia has become one of the biggest trade partners for India, with New Delhi importing more than 36 per cent of of its crude oil needs from Moscow, and saving approximately $13 billion in the process between 2022 and 2024.

India’s Foreign Minister S. Jaishankar responded coolly to U.S. threats of a 500% tariff over Russian oil imports, saying “we’ll cross that bridge when we come to it,” as Washington considers new trade penalties for countries dealing with Moscow.

'We’ll cross that bridge':Jaishankar on potential US 500% tariff over Russia ties

President Donald Trump, the oldest incumbent to start a second term in the Oval Office till now, is headed for the first physical of his new term on Friday at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
Even though the 2024 presidential campaign was dominated by the talk of health issues and age of both the contestants, Trump has never been very forthcoming about his health information, even as he kept targeting his rival Joe Biden, calling him &lsquo;Sleepy Joe&rsquo;.
Trump and Biden were the two oldest major-party candidates in US presidential election history, and Biden had to eventually drop out from the race over concerns about his mental acuity.
However, before the Friday physical, Trump announced on social media nonchalantly, &ldquo;I have never felt better, but nevertheless, these things must be done!&rdquo; Trump is the oldest president to start a second term in office at 78, and turns 79 in June.&nbsp; The US president&rsquo;s annual physical is to reassure Americans about the health of their commander-in-chief.&nbsp;
<h2>Is Trump really as healthy as his doctors have claimed?</h2>
In 2015, when Trump first ran for office, his then-personal doctor, Harold Bornstein, said his lab results were &ldquo;astonishingly excellent&rdquo; and that he would be the &ldquo;healthiest individual ever elected to the presidency&rdquo;. Later on, Bornstein admitted that Trump had dictated it to him, says an NPR report. Trump&rsquo;s first physical in the White House in 2018 witnessed a flattering report from Dr. Ronny Jackson, who extolled the former&rsquo;s &ldquo;great genes&rdquo; for his good health.&nbsp; In the cognitive exam, Trump had then reportedly scored a 30 out of 30.&nbsp;
Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/indians-deserved-it-tahawwur-rana-said-this-to-headly-after-2611-attack-reveals-us-8949741" target="_blank" rel="noopener">'Indians deserved it': Tahawwur Rana said this to Headly after 26/11 attack, reveals US statement</a> &ldquo;I told the president that if he had had a healthier diet over the last 20 years, he might live to be 200 years old,&rdquo; Dr Jackson said in the briefing.
S. Jay Olshansky, a professor in the School of Public Health at the University of Illinois Chicago, who has studied the health of presidents, told NPR, &ldquo;The medical records are private. Presidents do not have to reveal their medical records.&rdquo; Ahead of the presidential run, in 2023, Trump released a doctor&rsquo;s brief letter sans data and just saying &ldquo;his cognitive exams were exceptional.&rdquo; Well, no one is questioning his cognitive capabilities given the hara-kiri that he has caused with his tariff decisions, leading to mayhem in the equity and bond markets. Read More |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-reveals-why-he-put-a-90-day-pause-on-tariffs-people-were-getting-yippie-markets-rebound-8945632" rel="dofollow noopener" target="_blank">Trump REVEALS why he put a 90-day pause on tariffs: 'People were getting yippie'</a>
<h2>How healthy is Trump?</h2>
The president is a known golfer but has never been seen engaging in any other forms of exercise regularly. He is also said to have a special liking for McDonald&rsquo;s and Diet Cokes. Trump had a coronavirus infection in Oct. 2020 and was flown to Walter Reed aboard Marine One for a hospital stay then. Presidents are not required to release the report publicly, but it has been a practice for decades. Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella is serving as Trump&rsquo;s personal doctor.
<h2>Have US presidents been truthful about their health?&nbsp;</h2>
Biden&rsquo;s doctors had decided not to give him a cognitive exam, and the White House defended that decision. John F. Kennedy denied he had Addison&rsquo;s disease, among other health ailments. When Woodrow Wilson had a stroke, his wife and doctor covered for him, noted Jeff Kuhlman, who was a physician during the terms of Bill Clinton, George Bush, and Barack Obama. &ldquo;They covered up for him for several months, and they were not truthful with the American people,&rdquo; Kuhlman said. Whether an honest feedback of Trump's health will be shared with the public is a different question altogether.
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World: The 2024 presidential campaign was dominated by talk of health issues and age of both contestants, but Trump has never been forthcoming about his health information, even as he kept targeting his rival Joe Biden, calling him ‘Sleepy Joe’.

President Donald Trump, the oldest incumbent to start a second term in the Oval Office till now, is headed for the first physical of his new term on Friday at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. Even though the 2024 presidential campaign was dominated by the talk of health issues and age of both the contestants, Trump has never been very forthcoming about his health information, even as he kept targeting his rival Joe Biden, calling him ‘Sleepy Joe’. Trump and Biden were the two oldest major-party candidates in US presidential election history, and Biden had to eventually drop out from the race over concerns about his mental acuity. However, before the Friday physical, Trump announced on social media nonchalantly, “I have never felt better, but nevertheless, these things must be done!” Trump is the oldest president to start a second term in office at 78, and turns 79 in June. The US president’s annual physical is to reassure Americans about the health of their commander-in-chief. Is Trump really as healthy as his doctors have claimed? In 2015, when Trump first ran for office, his then-personal doctor, Harold Bornstein, said his lab results were “astonishingly excellent” and that he would be the “healthiest individual ever elected to the presidency”. Later on, Bornstein admitted that Trump had dictated it to him, says an NPR report. Trump’s first physical in the White House in 2018 witnessed a flattering report from Dr. Ronny Jackson, who extolled the former’s “great genes” for his good health. In the cognitive exam, Trump had then reportedly scored a 30 out of 30. Read More | 'Indians deserved it': Tahawwur Rana said this to Headly after 26/11 attack, reveals US statement “I told the president that if he had had a healthier diet over the last 20 years, he might live to be 200 years old,” Dr Jackson said in the briefing. S. Jay Olshansky, a professor in the School of Public Health at the University of Illinois Chicago, who has studied the health of presidents, told NPR, “The medical records are private. Presidents do not have to reveal their medical records.” Ahead of the presidential run, in 2023, Trump released a doctor’s brief letter sans data and just saying “his cognitive exams were exceptional.” Well, no one is questioning his cognitive capabilities given the hara-kiri that he has caused with his tariff decisions, leading to mayhem in the equity and bond markets. Read More | Trump REVEALS why he put a 90-day pause on tariffs: 'People were getting yippie' How healthy is Trump? The president is a known golfer but has never been seen engaging in any other forms of exercise regularly. He is also said to have a special liking for McDonald’s and Diet Cokes. Trump had a coronavirus infection in Oct. 2020 and was flown to Walter Reed aboard Marine One for a hospital stay then. Presidents are not required to release the report publicly, but it has been a practice for decades. Navy Capt. Sean Barbabella is serving as Trump’s personal doctor. Have US presidents been truthful about their health? Biden’s doctors had decided not to give him a cognitive exam, and the White House defended that decision. John F. Kennedy denied he had Addison’s disease, among other health ailments. When Woodrow Wilson had a stroke, his wife and doctor covered for him, noted Jeff Kuhlman, who was a physician during the terms of Bill Clinton, George Bush, and Barack Obama. “They covered up for him for several months, and they were not truthful with the American people,” Kuhlman said. Whether an honest feedback of Trump's health will be shared with the public is a different question altogether. Also Read | China hits back with 125 per cent tariff at US, says will ignore further retaliation from Trump admin

Trump, 78, to undergo checkup, says ‘never felt better’; will his reports be made public?

New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to the United States next week to meet US President Donald Trump. The expected dates of the PM&rsquo;s US travel are from 12th to 14th February. The visit of the Indian PM comes very early on in the term of the new US administration. In fact, PM Modi is among the first world leaders to meet US President Trump in the White House, following Israel PM Netanyahu, who is the first leader to meet Trump, and Jordan&rsquo;s King Abdullah II, who meets the US President on February 11th.
PM Modi and Donald Trump have spoken to each other twice since the November 2024 US election results, the last conversation being on 27th January.&nbsp;
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During the January conversation, the two leaders discussed commitment to a stronger partnership between their countries and regional security issues in the Indo-Pacific, Middle East, and Europe. They also had a conversation on bilateral trade and defence cooperation, with Trump emphasising on &lsquo;fair trade&rsquo; and increased procurement of US security equipment.
The White House said, &ldquo;Both leaders emphasised their commitment to advance the U.S.-India strategic partnership and the Indo-Pacific Quad partnership, with India hosting Quad Leaders for the first time later this year.&rdquo;
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The call had then also set the stage for Modi&rsquo;s anticipated visit to the US in February 2025. &ldquo;The leaders discussed plans for Prime Minister Modi to visit the White House, underscoring the strength of the friendship and strategic ties between our nations,&rdquo; the White House readout stated.
India&rsquo;s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar had represented India at Donald Trump&rsquo;s swearing-in ceremony as the 47th President of the United States on January 20 at the invitation of the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee. During his visit, Jaishankar held meetings with key representatives of the incoming Trump administration, including new US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, setting the tone for future diplomatic relations. In fact, the first bilateral meeting Rubio had after taking charge as the Secretary of State was with EAM Dr S Jaishankar. Immigration was an issue raised during the meeting by the US side, while the Indian side highlighted the delay in visa issuance.
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PM Modi will travel to the US from France following his participation in the Artificial Intelligence Summit in Paris. The summit, scheduled for February 10-11, will discuss the future of artificial intelligence, its governance, and its role in shaping international policies.
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World | India News: PM Modi and Donald Trump have spoken to each other twice since the November 2024 US election results, the last conversation being on 27th January, when they discussed commitment to a stronger partnership and regional security issues.

New Delhi: Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to travel to the United States next week to meet US President Donald Trump. The expected dates of the PM’s US travel are from 12th to 14th February. The visit of the Indian PM comes very early on in the term of the new US administration. In fact, PM Modi is among the first world leaders to meet US President Trump in the White House, following Israel PM Netanyahu, who is the first leader to meet Trump, and Jordan’s King Abdullah II, who meets the US President on February 11th. PM Modi and Donald Trump have spoken to each other twice since the November 2024 US election results, the last conversation being on 27th January. Also read: Trump speaks to Trudeau as US tariffs ignite trade war; Ontario scraps agreement with Musk’s Starlink During the January conversation, the two leaders discussed commitment to a stronger partnership between their countries and regional security issues in the Indo-Pacific, Middle East, and Europe. They also had a conversation on bilateral trade and defence cooperation, with Trump emphasising on ‘fair trade’ and increased procurement of US security equipment. The White House said, “Both leaders emphasised their commitment to advance the U.S.-India strategic partnership and the Indo-Pacific Quad partnership, with India hosting Quad Leaders for the first time later this year.” Also read: Who are the 20 hostages in Gaza yet to be released by Hamas? The call had then also set the stage for Modi’s anticipated visit to the US in February 2025. “The leaders discussed plans for Prime Minister Modi to visit the White House, underscoring the strength of the friendship and strategic ties between our nations,” the White House readout stated. India’s External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar had represented India at Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony as the 47th President of the United States on January 20 at the invitation of the Trump-Vance Inaugural Committee. During his visit, Jaishankar held meetings with key representatives of the incoming Trump administration, including new US Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, setting the tone for future diplomatic relations. In fact, the first bilateral meeting Rubio had after taking charge as the Secretary of State was with EAM Dr S Jaishankar. Immigration was an issue raised during the meeting by the US side, while the Indian side highlighted the delay in visa issuance. Also read: Inside how Canada, Mexico, and China are firing back at Trump’s tariffs as he sets his sights on the EU PM Modi will travel to the US from France following his participation in the Artificial Intelligence Summit in Paris. The summit, scheduled for February 10-11, will discuss the future of artificial intelligence, its governance, and its role in shaping international policies. Also read: EU should do all to avert ‘totally unnecessary and stupid tariff wars’, says Polish PM Donald Tusk

Indian PM Narendra Modi to meet US President Donald Trump next week

In September, United States President Joe Biden made headlines after he was seen wearing his predecessor&nbsp;Donald Trump’s MAGA (Make America Great Again)&nbsp;cap in the US state of Pennsylvania. The viral incident has resurfaced on the internet after the 2024 US elections in which Trump emerged&nbsp;victorious against his Democratic rival Kamala Harris.&nbsp;

Netizens are resharing the incident suggesting Biden voted for Trump instead of Harris, who lost the elections.

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<h2>Biden dons MAGA cap</h2>

The incident took place at the 9/11 memorial event in Pennsylvania, where Biden was urged by someone in the crowd to wear a MAGA cap. The footage was caught on camera and quickly went viral, with netizens suggesting that Biden supported MAGA.&nbsp;

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The Trump War Room on X also shared the photograph of Biden wearing the MAGA cap with the caption, “Thanks for the support, Joe!”

After Trump’s win in the 2024 elections on Wednesday (Nov&nbsp;6), the image resurfaced on the internet, sparking memes.

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<h2>Resurfaced incident sparks memes</h2>

The resurfacing of the incident has sparked memes with netizens reacting to it.

“So much so, he wore a MAGA face cap twice. Jill Biden even appeared in a full RED attire to vote. Now you know what that means,” a user wrote on X.

Another joked, “I hope Trump autographs Biden's MAGA cap.”

Another user posted, referring to when Biden and Trump would meet at the White House after the elections, “Biden will be wearing his MAGA cap when they meet! I just know it!”

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Another meme “Tell Kamala” has been going viral on social media with netizens sharing an image of Biden with the caption, “Tell Kamala. I want her to know it was me.”

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Netizens are also speculating that Biden was not happy after being forced to step away from the presidential race and has not been actively endorsing Harris. He was also not present at his&nbsp;vice president’s watch party, to which netizens suggested he must have been at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago party.

(With inputs from agencies)

In September, United States President Joe Biden made headlines after he was seen wearing his predecessor Donald Trump’s MAGA (Make America Great Again) cap in the US state of Pennsylvania.

In September, United States President Joe Biden made headlines after he was seen wearing his predecessor Donald Trump’s MAGA (Make America Great Again) cap in the US state of Pennsylvania. The viral incident has resurfaced on the internet after the 2024 US elections in which Trump emerged victorious against his Democratic rival Kamala Harris. Netizens are resharing the incident suggesting Biden voted for Trump instead of Harris, who lost the elections. Also read | 'Not my President': Protests erupt in Philadelphia, Chicago after Trump’s decisive win against Harris Biden dons MAGA cap The incident took place at the 9/11 memorial event in Pennsylvania, where Biden was urged by someone in the crowd to wear a MAGA cap. The footage was caught on camera and quickly went viral, with netizens suggesting that Biden supported MAGA. 😆Biden endorses Trump during 9/11 Event in Pennsylvania, by donning MAGA hat. You really can’t make this up… pic.twitter.com/lFnYLcNH9V — Still🏝️Roaming (@roaming_rn) September 11, 2024 × The Trump War Room on X also shared the photograph of Biden wearing the MAGA cap with the caption, “Thanks for the support, Joe!” After Trump’s win in the 2024 elections on Wednesday (Nov 6), the image resurfaced on the internet, sparking memes. Watch | What Will Donald Trump's Second Administration Look Like? × Resurfaced incident sparks memes The resurfacing of the incident has sparked memes with netizens reacting to it. “So much so, he wore a MAGA face cap twice. Jill Biden even appeared in a full RED attire to vote. Now you know what that means,” a user wrote on X. Another joked, “I hope Trump autographs Biden's MAGA cap.” Another user posted, referring to when Biden and Trump would meet at the White House after the elections, “Biden will be wearing his MAGA cap when they meet! I just know it!” Also read | Convicted felon Donald Trump wins US elections: Will he face sentencing or will he self-pardon? Another meme “Tell Kamala” has been going viral on social media with netizens sharing an image of Biden with the caption, “Tell Kamala. I want her to know it was me.” “tell kamala. i want her to know it was me.” https://t.co/5o1uUCy8Le pic.twitter.com/AErF84Rjab — Logan Hall (@loganclarkhall) November 6, 2024 × Netizens are also speculating that Biden was not happy after being forced to step away from the presidential race and has not been actively endorsing Harris. He was also not present at his vice president’s watch party, to which netizens suggested he must have been at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago party. (With inputs from agencies)

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