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US House Speaker Mike Johnson strongly assured India amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, saying that the US would provide resources and necessary energy to India to fight against terrorism.&nbsp;
His remarks come after tensions heightened between India and Pakistan after the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/pahalgam-terror-attack">Pahalgam terror attack</a> that killed 26 people last month. Following the attack, Pakistan-backed terrorists claimed the attack, however, they later stepped back from it.&nbsp;
Calling India an "important partner", Johnson said that the US will do everything possible to support these efforts.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;We want to stand with our allies. India is a very important partner to us in so many ways. India has to stand against terrorism as well. I think that's all part of this relationship as it develops," the US House speaker assured.
He added, "The Trump administration clearly understands the importance of that relationship and clearly understands the importance of the threat of terrorism."
"And so I think if that threat is increased, I think you'll see the administration...focus more energy and resources and time to help assist with that. That's certainly our hope,&rdquo; Johnson added.&nbsp;
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Earlier also, the Trump administration has condemned the April 22 attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam.&nbsp;
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and reaffirmed their commitment to cooperate with India against terrorism.&nbsp;
US President Donald Trump expressed support for India. He even called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed his deepest condolences for the loss of lives in the attack.&nbsp;
"President Trump strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed full support to India to bring to justice the perpetrators of this heinous attack. India and the United States stand together in the fight against terror," India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/rubio-speaks-to-jaishankar-and-pak-pm-shehbaz-sharif-tells-islamabad-to-cooperate-in-unconscionable-pahalgam-attack-and-condemn-it-9020448">Rubio speaks to Jaishankar and Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif, tells Islamabad to cooperate in Pahalgam attack probe and condemn&nbsp;it</a>
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Calling India an "important partner", US House Speaker Mike Johnson said that the US will do everything possible to support these efforts. WORLD India news

US House Speaker Mike Johnson strongly assured India amid rising Indo-Pak tensions, saying that the US would provide resources and necessary energy to India to fight against terrorism. His remarks come after tensions heightened between India and Pakistan after the Pahalgam terror attack that killed 26 people last month. Following the attack, Pakistan-backed terrorists claimed the attack, however, they later stepped back from it. Calling India an "important partner", Johnson said that the US will do everything possible to support these efforts. watch | India offers tariff cut in US trade talks “We want to stand with our allies. India is a very important partner to us in so many ways. India has to stand against terrorism as well. I think that's all part of this relationship as it develops," the US House speaker assured. He added, "The Trump administration clearly understands the importance of that relationship and clearly understands the importance of the threat of terrorism." "And so I think if that threat is increased, I think you'll see the administration...focus more energy and resources and time to help assist with that. That's certainly our hope,” Johnson added. Also read: Pahalgam attack: In closed-door meeting, UNSC asks Pak tough questions amid tensions with India Earlier also, the Trump administration has condemned the April 22 attack in Jammu and Kashmir's Pahalgam. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and reaffirmed their commitment to cooperate with India against terrorism. US President Donald Trump expressed support for India. He even called Prime Minister Narendra Modi and conveyed his deepest condolences for the loss of lives in the attack. "President Trump strongly condemned the terror attack and expressed full support to India to bring to justice the perpetrators of this heinous attack. India and the United States stand together in the fight against terror," India's Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson said. Also read: Rubio speaks to Jaishankar and Pak PM Shehbaz Sharif, tells Islamabad to cooperate in Pahalgam attack probe and condemn it

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Amid the ongoing row between US President Donald Trump and Harvard University, Trump has now announced to strip the Ivy League institution of "tax-exempt status", on Friday (May 2).&nbsp;
This is the latest attack by the US administration aimed at the prestigious Harvard University.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We are going to be taking away Harvard&rsquo;s Tax Exempt Status. It&rsquo;s what they deserve!&rdquo; Trump posted on Truth Social.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/harvard-faces-lashing-for-hosting-pakistan-conference-days-after-pahalgam-attack-9016117">Harvard faces lashing for hosting Pakistan conference days after Pahalgam attack</a>
Although, the US president did not provide a timeline for when it will be enforced.
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Trump had earlier ordered to cut $2.2 billion in federal funding to Harvard, a move the school sued the administration for.&nbsp;
Last month also, Trump warned that Harvard should lose its tax-exempt status and be taxed as a political entity, if it keeps pushing political, ideological and "terrorist-inspired/supporting Sickness"
"Remember, Tax Exempt Status is totally contingent on acting in the PUBLIC INTEREST!," he added.&nbsp;
However, the university has said that the Trump administration has no legal basis to take such an action.&nbsp;
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<h2>What does it mean to revoke 'tax-exempt status'?&nbsp;</h2>
Trump has been wanting to take away Harvard's tax exempt status ever since it refused to comply with his administration's demands.&nbsp;
The long list of Trump's demands includes broad government and leadership changes, and audits of how diversity is viewed on the campus. It further wants the university to eliminate its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, and ban masks at campus protests.&nbsp;
Until now, no such prestigious university has ever had its tax-exempt status revoked due to political reasons.&nbsp;
Harvard spokesperson Jason Newton said that the Trump administration has "long exempted universities from taxes in order to support their educational mission" and that there was no legal basis to revoke its status.&nbsp;
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"The tax exemption means that more of every dollar can go toward scholarships for students, lifesaving and life-enhancing medical research, and technological advancements that drive economic growth," he said.
He added that revoking the university's tax-exempt status "would endanger our ability to carry out our educational mission."&nbsp;
It would further result in diminished financial aid for students, abandonment of critical medical research programs, and lost opportunities for innovation.&nbsp;
"The unlawful use of this instrument more broadly would have grave consequences for the future of higher education in America," he added.&nbsp;
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US President Trump has been wanting to take away Harvard's tax exempt status ever since it refused to comply with his administration's demands. WORLD

Amid the ongoing row between US President Donald Trump and Harvard University, Trump has now announced to strip the Ivy League institution of "tax-exempt status", on Friday (May 2). This is the latest attack by the US administration aimed at the prestigious Harvard University. “We are going to be taking away Harvard’s Tax Exempt Status. It’s what they deserve!” Trump posted on Truth Social. Also read: Harvard faces lashing for hosting Pakistan conference days after Pahalgam attack Although, the US president did not provide a timeline for when it will be enforced. Trump had earlier ordered to cut $2.2 billion in federal funding to Harvard, a move the school sued the administration for. Last month also, Trump warned that Harvard should lose its tax-exempt status and be taxed as a political entity, if it keeps pushing political, ideological and "terrorist-inspired/supporting Sickness" "Remember, Tax Exempt Status is totally contingent on acting in the PUBLIC INTEREST!," he added. However, the university has said that the Trump administration has no legal basis to take such an action. Also read: Morning news brief: World pays tribute to Pope; Harvard sues Trump administration, and more What does it mean to revoke 'tax-exempt status'? Trump has been wanting to take away Harvard's tax exempt status ever since it refused to comply with his administration's demands. The long list of Trump's demands includes broad government and leadership changes, and audits of how diversity is viewed on the campus. It further wants the university to eliminate its diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, and ban masks at campus protests. Until now, no such prestigious university has ever had its tax-exempt status revoked due to political reasons. Harvard spokesperson Jason Newton said that the Trump administration has "long exempted universities from taxes in order to support their educational mission" and that there was no legal basis to revoke its status. WATCH | Harvard University files lawsuit against Trump administration "The tax exemption means that more of every dollar can go toward scholarships for students, lifesaving and life-enhancing medical research, and technological advancements that drive economic growth," he said. He added that revoking the university's tax-exempt status "would endanger our ability to carry out our educational mission." It would further result in diminished financial aid for students, abandonment of critical medical research programs, and lost opportunities for innovation. "The unlawful use of this instrument more broadly would have grave consequences for the future of higher education in America," he added. WATCH | Reports reveal anti-Semitic, anti-Muslim sentiments at Harvard University

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Trump's primary liaison to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Steve Witkoff has been called a "bumbling f***ing idiot" by a White House insider. The source claimed that Witkoff takes part in meetings alone, and does not follow the protocols.&nbsp;
US President Donald Trump's special peace talks envoy has been actively participating in the talks with the Russian president.&nbsp;
Moreover, Witkoff has also tried to negotiate a ceasefire in the Middle East in negotiations with Israel and Hamas.&nbsp;
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Sometimes, the US special envoy also uses Kremlin translators in a major breach of diplomatic protocol, the source alleged, according to a New York Post report.&nbsp;
The source further told the Daily Beast that Witkoff did not follow the usual security procedures in his meetings with Putin and other Russian negotiators in Moscow.&nbsp;
&ldquo;There are certain protocols involved whenever there are talks at the Kremlin&ndash;and Witkoff does not follow them,&rdquo; the insider said.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/top-russian-general-yaroslav-moskalik-killed-in-car-bomb-as-witkoff-visits-moscow-kremlin-russia-ukraine-war-9001256">&lsquo;Terrorist attack&rsquo;: Top Russian general killed in car bomb as Witkoff visits Moscow - Inside blasts targeting Kremlin insiders</a>
During the last meeting in Russia, Witkoff reportedly went to meet Putin without the unusual group of advisers, while the Russian president came with his aides, Yury Ushakov, and Kiriv Dmitiev, head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Nice guy, but a bumbling f***ing idiot. He should not be doing this alone,&rdquo; a member of Trump&rsquo;s first administration told the Post.
Meanwhile, former US Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul took to X, calling Witkoff a "mailman for Putin".&nbsp;
&ldquo;If Trump finally got serious about mediating an end to the war in Ukraine, he would appoint one person to talk to both sides &mdash; shuttle diplomacy &mdash; and preferably someone with some experience in diplomacy. Witkoff acts as a mailman for Putin. He is not negotiating anything,&rdquo; McFaul said.
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hostages-parents-express-frustration-over-netanyahus-lack-of-efforts-witkoff-cried-israeli-pm-didnt-even-know-our-son-was-wounded-8969152">Hostage's parents express frustration over Netanyahu's 'lack of efforts'; 'Witkoff cried, Israeli PM didn&rsquo;t even know our son was wounded'</a>
Notably, Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff held their fourth round of discussions on Friday (April 25), with the Kremlin confirming that the talks were both &ldquo;constructive&rdquo; and &ldquo;very useful.&rdquo;
The meeting lasted three hours and included a discussion on the possibility of restarting direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine.&nbsp;
&ldquo;There was a three-hour conversation that was constructive and very useful,&rdquo; Ushakov said. &ldquo;There was a discussion on the possibility of renewing direct negotiations between representatives of the Russian Federation and Ukraine.&rdquo;
Also read:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/steve-witkoff-compared-l&eacute;lys&eacute;e-palace-in-paris-to-donald-trumps-mar-a-lago-residence-watch-8975545">Steve Witkoff compares l'&Eacute;lys&eacute;e Palace in Paris to Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, WATCH</a>

Witkoff reportedly went to meet Putin without the unusual group of advisers, while the Russian president came with his aides, Yury Ushakov, and Kiriv Dmitiev. WORLD

Trump's primary liaison to Russian President Vladimir Putin, Steve Witkoff has been called a "bumbling f***ing idiot" by a White House insider. The source claimed that Witkoff takes part in meetings alone, and does not follow the protocols. US President Donald Trump's special peace talks envoy has been actively participating in the talks with the Russian president. Moreover, Witkoff has also tried to negotiate a ceasefire in the Middle East in negotiations with Israel and Hamas. Also read: 3 hours, 2 proposals: Secret Putin-Witkoff meet puts ‘direct talks’ on table. Where does Russia-Ukraine peace plan stand now? Sometimes, the US special envoy also uses Kremlin translators in a major breach of diplomatic protocol, the source alleged, according to a New York Post report. The source further told the Daily Beast that Witkoff did not follow the usual security procedures in his meetings with Putin and other Russian negotiators in Moscow. “There are certain protocols involved whenever there are talks at the Kremlin–and Witkoff does not follow them,” the insider said. Also read: ‘Terrorist attack’: Top Russian general killed in car bomb as Witkoff visits Moscow - Inside blasts targeting Kremlin insiders During the last meeting in Russia, Witkoff reportedly went to meet Putin without the unusual group of advisers, while the Russian president came with his aides, Yury Ushakov, and Kiriv Dmitiev, head of Russia's sovereign wealth fund. “Nice guy, but a bumbling f***ing idiot. He should not be doing this alone,” a member of Trump’s first administration told the Post. Meanwhile, former US Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul took to X, calling Witkoff a "mailman for Putin". “If Trump finally got serious about mediating an end to the war in Ukraine, he would appoint one person to talk to both sides — shuttle diplomacy — and preferably someone with some experience in diplomacy. Witkoff acts as a mailman for Putin. He is not negotiating anything,” McFaul said. Also read: Hostage's parents express frustration over Netanyahu's 'lack of efforts'; 'Witkoff cried, Israeli PM didn’t even know our son was wounded' Notably, Putin and US envoy Steve Witkoff held their fourth round of discussions on Friday (April 25), with the Kremlin confirming that the talks were both “constructive” and “very useful.” The meeting lasted three hours and included a discussion on the possibility of restarting direct negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. “There was a three-hour conversation that was constructive and very useful,” Ushakov said. “There was a discussion on the possibility of renewing direct negotiations between representatives of the Russian Federation and Ukraine.” Also read: Steve Witkoff compares l'Élysée Palace in Paris to Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence, WATCH

'Bumbling f***ing idiot': Trump allies bash Russian envoy Steve Witkoff, calls him 'mailman for Putin'

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