U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday commended Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani for his remarkable achievements last year, including becoming the first Major League Baseball player ever to reach 50 home runs. Watch to know more!

Donald Trump Starstruck By Shohei Ohtani During Dodgers Oval Office Visit After World Series Title

The American President Donald Trump has rejected the European Union's offer to eliminate tariffs on industrial goods, including cars. The EU's proposal was aimed at reducing the trade imbalance between the United States and Europe. However, Trump dismissed the offer, claiming that it was insufficient to address the larger issue of trade inequality. Watch in for more details!

Trump rejects EU's zero tariff offer, cites trade imbalance

As global markets tumble, US President Donald Trump vows no pause in new tariffs, especially against China, threatening an additional 50% duty on Chinese imports. He also firmly rejects the EU’s latest proposal for “zero to zero” tariffs on cars and industrial goods, asserting that many nations are now coming forward to negotiate better trade deals. China has strongly pushed back, calling out US pressure tactics.

US companies brace for China’s 34% tariff blow on key sectors

President Donald Trump has announced direct nuclear talks with Iran, but Tehran insists the upcoming meeting in Oman will be indirect. Iran awaits a US response to what it calls a "generous offer" while rejecting direct engagement amid rising threats. Trump warned Tehran of serious consequences if talks collapse, with Iran vowing a swift response.

Iran, US to meet in Oman on Saturday for indirect talks: Araghchi

Amid potential attack by the US and Israel, Iran is readying more Ghadir radars. The buildup in West Asia has swelled up. This swelling up comes after satellite images of the US stationing six B2 bombers at Diego Garcia have appeared.

Iran declares combat readiness amid US military build-up

President Donald Trump has once again called for a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, saying he's ready to speak directly to both sides. Labeling the ongoing situation as “crazy,” Trump criticized Russia over deadly missile strikes in Kryvyi Rih that killed 20 civilians, including 9 children. As Ukraine urges a swift US response, hopes rise around Trump's claim that a ceasefire deal is close.

Trump renews push for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire amid deadly Kryvyi Rih strikes

The Trump administration is under scrutiny after multiple mistaken deportations, including a man wrongfully sent to El Salvador and Ukrainian nationals asked to leave due to an internal error. A judge has slammed US officials for acting "without any lawful authority," fueling fresh concerns over immigration enforcement and administrative negligence.

Trump administration faces heat over mistaken deportations and legal missteps

Trump warns China with 50% tariffs, rejects European Union proposal

Trump confirms nuclear talks with Iran as tensions rise over threats

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wrapped up a disappointing visit to Washington, where US President Donald Trump remained noncommittal on reducing tariffs for Israel. Trump positioned himself as a potential mediator between Israel and Turkiye, while Netanyahu stressed his commitment to removing trade barriers and protecting Israel from threats via Syria.

Trump, Netanyahu discuss tariffs, Israel-Turkey tensions & Syria threats

Netanyahu departs US after disappointing visit to Washington

Trump escalates tariff war with China, rejects EU proposal

It’s a bloodbath on the trading floors. Trump’s tariff offensive has triggered a global market massacre. Asian indices crashed, Europe followed, and Wall Street was bleeding for a third straight day. Are we seeing the early signs of a recession?

Trump sparks market massacre: Is US heading into recession?

US President Donald Trump's tariff policy has taken global indices for a toss as threats of global recession loom amid tariff war. Trump has refused to barge; he has vowed to further intensify the global tariff war. Two biggest economies of the world are at loggerheads on tariffs. Trump has issued a deadline for China to retract its 34% tariff on US imports by April 8th.

Trump sets a deadline for China to retract 34% tariffs

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington to discuss recently imposed tariffs on Israeli exports. The meeting will also address regional issues, including tensions with Iran and the situation in Gaza.

Trump Tariff War: As Tariff Shock Reflects On Global Stock Market, Netanyahu Visits White House

The US markets have now opened and they have opened in red. The global market meltdown deepens as tariff turmoil spreads across asset classes and regions alike. Another Black Monday style collapse similar to 1987 is already playing out with stocks from Sydney to Shanghai to London crashing. Watch in for more details!

Global stock market tumbles: polymarket bets on US recession at an all-time high

Netanyahu set to meet Trump to discuss Israeli hostages in Gaza and tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping reciprocal tariffs on Wednesday, including a 10 percent flat tax on all U.S. imports. Trump slapped additional duties on around 60 nations, ranging between 15 percent and 49 percent. Nations with the largest trade imbalances with the U.S. face higher rates, even as Trump said he had sweetened the deal by only imposing about half of what other countries charge.

Trump tariff war: Africa's trade future in limbo

The global market meltdown deepened as the tariff turmoil spread across asset classes and regions. Another Black Monday-style collapse similar to 1987 is already playing out with stocks from Sydney to Shanghai to London crashing.

Global Stock Market Tumbles: Analysts Warn of 1987 Crash Repeat

Ukraine will send a team to the US next week to begin further negotiations on a new draft of the rare earth minerals deal that would give the US access to Ukraine's mineral resources, Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko said, according to a report.
&ldquo;The new draft agreement from the U.S. shows that the intention to create a fund or jointly invest remains,&rdquo; Svyrydenko told the Associated Press, during a trip to northern Ukraine.
The Ukrainian delegation will include representatives from the Ministries of Economy, Foreign Affairs, Justice and Finance.&nbsp;
Svyrydenko said, "What we have now is a document that reflects the position of the U.S. Treasury legal team. This is not a final version, it&rsquo;s not a joint position.&rdquo;
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She added that Ukraine's task now is to assemble a technical team for negotiations, define its red lines and send a delegation to the US for technical talks as early as next week.&nbsp;
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s clear that the full parameters of this agreement can&rsquo;t be discussed online,&rdquo; Svyrydenko said. &ldquo;We need to sit down with the teams and continue the conversation in person.&rdquo;
The US and Ukraine were supposed to sign the minerals deal in February, however the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not turn out well, which postponed the signing of the deal.&nbsp;
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<h2>What is there in the new draft?</h2>
The new document presents a new US proposal that goes beyond a previous framework agreed upon in February.&nbsp;
The new draft includes not only rare-earth minerals but gas and oil too.&nbsp;
However, the new draft got leaked, following which, Zelensky ordered a formal investigation into the leak of a recent US proposal concerning profits from Ukraine&rsquo;s energy and mineral assets.&nbsp;
The leak comes as tensions grow between Kyiv and the Trump administration over the conditions of a proposed agreement involving critical energy and mineral resources.
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The draft agreement was made public on 26 March by opposition MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak, who claimed to have obtained a copy. Speaking at a press briefing on 28 March, Zelensky called the leak &ldquo;strange&rdquo; and questioned how the information had been passed on. &ldquo;I wonder who is transmitting this information,&rdquo; he said.
Notably, Ukraine holds significant deposits of more than 20 minerals, which are deemed critical by the US, including titanium, which is used to make aircraft wings, lithium, key to several battery technologies, and uranium, used in nuclear power.
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Ukraine's task now is to assemble a technical team for negotiations, define its red lines and send a delegation to US for technical talks as early as next week.

Ukraine will send a team to the US next week to begin further negotiations on a new draft of the rare earth minerals deal that would give the US access to Ukraine's mineral resources, Economy Minister Yuliia Svyrydenko said, according to a report. “The new draft agreement from the U.S. shows that the intention to create a fund or jointly invest remains,” Svyrydenko told the Associated Press, during a trip to northern Ukraine. The Ukrainian delegation will include representatives from the Ministries of Economy, Foreign Affairs, Justice and Finance. Svyrydenko said, "What we have now is a document that reflects the position of the U.S. Treasury legal team. This is not a final version, it’s not a joint position.” Also read: 'In exchange for military support': US proposes new minerals deal for Ukraine, Zelensky says 'This is important' She added that Ukraine's task now is to assemble a technical team for negotiations, define its red lines and send a delegation to the US for technical talks as early as next week. “It’s clear that the full parameters of this agreement can’t be discussed online,” Svyrydenko said. “We need to sit down with the teams and continue the conversation in person.” The US and Ukraine were supposed to sign the minerals deal in February, however the meeting between US President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky did not turn out well, which postponed the signing of the deal. Also read: Trump speech: Zelensky offers to sign minerals deal 'any time', says US president What is there in the new draft? The new document presents a new US proposal that goes beyond a previous framework agreed upon in February. The new draft includes not only rare-earth minerals but gas and oil too. However, the new draft got leaked, following which, Zelensky ordered a formal investigation into the leak of a recent US proposal concerning profits from Ukraine’s energy and mineral assets. The leak comes as tensions grow between Kyiv and the Trump administration over the conditions of a proposed agreement involving critical energy and mineral resources. Also read: Mole inside Zelensky’s inner circle? Ukraine breaks out 'lie detectors' after Trump' mineral deal draft leaks The draft agreement was made public on 26 March by opposition MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak, who claimed to have obtained a copy. Speaking at a press briefing on 28 March, Zelensky called the leak “strange” and questioned how the information had been passed on. “I wonder who is transmitting this information,” he said. Notably, Ukraine holds significant deposits of more than 20 minerals, which are deemed critical by the US, including titanium, which is used to make aircraft wings, lithium, key to several battery technologies, and uranium, used in nuclear power. Also read: Zelensky invites US companies to invest in Ukraine's rare earths (With inputs from agencies)

'Not just rare earth minerals, but...': Ukraine, US talks on new minerals deal next week | Here's what Trump wants now

In a major security lapse, US President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor Mike Waltz mistakenly added The Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg to a "secret" group chat where the officials were discussing the Houthi attack plan.&nbsp;
The huge security error triggered massive criticism from the Democrats, raising questions about security protocols in the US government.&nbsp;
However, according to an internal investigation, Waltz inadvertently saved Goldberg's phone number under the contact of Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communications Brian Hughes, the Guardian reported.&nbsp;
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The Signal group titled "Houthi PC small group" had several Trump officials, including Tulsi Gabbard, Pete Hegseth, Mike Waltz, and mistakenly Goldberg.&nbsp;
<h2>How was the error made?</h2>
It all started when The Atlantic editor-in-chief Goldberg emailed the Trump campaign last October, according to a Guardian report.&nbsp;
Goldberg emailed the campaign about a story that criticised Trump for his attitude towards wounded service members, three people briefed on the internal investigation said.&nbsp;
To push back against the story, the campaign enlisted the help of Waltz. Goldberg's email was forwarded to then-Trump spokesperson Brian Hughes, who then copied and pasted the content of the email, including the signature block with Goldberg's phone number into a text message that he sent to Waltz so that he could be briefed on the forthcoming story.
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However, Waltz did not ultimately call Goldberg, the people said, but ended up saving Goldberg's number in his iPhone, under the contact card for Hughes, now the spokesperson for the national security advisor.&nbsp;
A day after that Goldberg story was published, &nbsp;Waltz appeared on CNN on October 22, to defend Trump.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t take it from me, take it from the 13 Abbey Gate Gold Star families, some of whom stood on a stage in front of a 30,000-person crowd and said how he helped them heal,&rdquo; Waltz said.
The number was inadvertently saved during a "contact suggestion update" by Waltz's iPhone, which according to one person, is a function where an iPhone algorithm adds a previously unknown number to an existing contact that it detects may be related.&nbsp;
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However, this mistake went unnoticed until last month Waltz sought to add Hughes to the group chat but ended up adding Goldberg's number in that chat.&nbsp;
After it all went viral, Waltz said that he had never met or communicated with Goldberg, and suggested on Fox News that the editor's number had been "sucked" into his phone.&nbsp;
The White House has not commented on this yet. When Guardian reached Goldberg on Saturday, he said, "I&rsquo;m not going to comment on my relationship with Mike Waltz beyond saying I do know him and have spoken to him.&rdquo;
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: The Signal group titled "Houthi PC small group" had several Trump officials, including Tulsi Gabbard, Pete Hegseth, Mike Waltz, and mistakenly Goldberg.

In a major security lapse, US President Donald Trump's National Security Advisor Mike Waltz mistakenly added The Atlantic editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg to a "secret" group chat where the officials were discussing the Houthi attack plan. The huge security error triggered massive criticism from the Democrats, raising questions about security protocols in the US government. However, according to an internal investigation, Waltz inadvertently saved Goldberg's phone number under the contact of Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communications Brian Hughes, the Guardian reported. Also read: Signal chat row: Pentagon launches probe into Pete Hegseth over leak of sensitive military information The Signal group titled "Houthi PC small group" had several Trump officials, including Tulsi Gabbard, Pete Hegseth, Mike Waltz, and mistakenly Goldberg. How was the error made? It all started when The Atlantic editor-in-chief Goldberg emailed the Trump campaign last October, according to a Guardian report. Goldberg emailed the campaign about a story that criticised Trump for his attitude towards wounded service members, three people briefed on the internal investigation said. To push back against the story, the campaign enlisted the help of Waltz. Goldberg's email was forwarded to then-Trump spokesperson Brian Hughes, who then copied and pasted the content of the email, including the signature block with Goldberg's phone number into a text message that he sent to Waltz so that he could be briefed on the forthcoming story. Also read: Not just Yemen attack chat: Did Mike Waltz set up 20 more secret Signal chat groups other than the one that leaked? What report claims However, Waltz did not ultimately call Goldberg, the people said, but ended up saving Goldberg's number in his iPhone, under the contact card for Hughes, now the spokesperson for the national security advisor. A day after that Goldberg story was published, Waltz appeared on CNN on October 22, to defend Trump. “Don’t take it from me, take it from the 13 Abbey Gate Gold Star families, some of whom stood on a stage in front of a 30,000-person crowd and said how he helped them heal,” Waltz said. The number was inadvertently saved during a "contact suggestion update" by Waltz's iPhone, which according to one person, is a function where an iPhone algorithm adds a previously unknown number to an existing contact that it detects may be related. Also read: Trump reiterates plans to get Greenland, says ‘should not talk about’ Signal chat leak during interview However, this mistake went unnoticed until last month Waltz sought to add Hughes to the group chat but ended up adding Goldberg's number in that chat. After it all went viral, Waltz said that he had never met or communicated with Goldberg, and suggested on Fox News that the editor's number had been "sucked" into his phone. The White House has not commented on this yet. When Guardian reached Goldberg on Saturday, he said, "I’m not going to comment on my relationship with Mike Waltz beyond saying I do know him and have spoken to him.” Also read: ‘Green light on Yemen raid!’ SNL mocks Trump administration Signal chat leak scandal | WATCH (With inputs from agencies)

iPhone's fault? How Atlantic editor got added in Signal's Houthi war chat - Who should be blamed: Waltz, Trump or Apple?

Tensions between Iran and the United States have intensified following remarks by President Donald Trump. Iran’s IRGC chief declared that the country will not back down from war, while the US deployed a second THAAD battery in Israel to counter regional threats. Iran’s foreign minister also dismissed the possibility of direct talks with Washington, calling them "meaningless."

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US President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs have triggered a global backlash, with countries like China imposing steep retaliatory duties and filing complaints with the WTO. European leaders call for tariff reductions, while Tesla's Elon Musk supports zero-tariff trade with Europe. Meanwhile, trade disruptions force automakers like Jaguar to halt US exports, shaking global markets.

Global trade tensions rise as countries counter Trump’s sweeping tariffs

As Trump's <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cant-stomach-trumps-absurd-tariff-math-trumps-treasury-secy-looking-for-exit-door-after-tariffs-ruin-his-credibility-8930074">tariff </a>war scares the whole world, Jim Cramer, American TV personality and market analyst warned that Monday (April 7) might see the worst one-day decline since 1987's "Black Monday", when markets crashed all around the world, with the US Dow Jones Industrial Average plunging 22.6%.
Cramer, while hosting his show Mad Money on CNBC on Saturday, warned that markets might face a "bloodbath" similar to 1987 when the Dow Jones suffered its biggest single-day crash.&nbsp;
The market analyst further stressed that the situation would worsen if the US president did not "reach out" to countries that haven't placed retaliatory tariffs and give them incentives for complying.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;If the president doesn&rsquo;t try to reach out and reward these countries and companies that play by the rules, then the 1987 scenario&hellip; the one where we went down three days and then down 22% on Monday, has the most cogency,&rdquo; he said.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We will not have to wait too long to know. We will know it by Monday.&rdquo; He commented days ahead of the April 7 market movement.
After Trump's tariff announcement on April 2, imposing a 10 per cent "baseline" tariff on imports from all nations, the US market indices went into a freefall on Thursday and Friday.&nbsp;
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Moreover, the bloodbath was not only limited to US markets but was reflected all across Europe and Asia including India.&nbsp;
He also took to X, saying that he does not want a repeat of 1987.&nbsp;
"Look i don't want a repeat of '87 of course. But i traded during that period and remember each day well.. We knew to sell.. and we are proud we did. But we felt like idiots because the week BEFORE the crash was so bad and we were late to sell," he posted.&nbsp;
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
Look i don't want a repeat of '87 of course. But i traded during that period and remember each day well.. We knew to sell.. and we are proud we did. But we felt like idiots because the week BEFORE the crash was so bad and we were late to sell
&mdash; Jim Cramer (@jimcramer) <a href="https://twitter.com/jimcramer/status/1908259921633648730?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 4, 2025</a></blockquote>
Adding to this, Cramer said that the US's "strong job data" is what is stopping the US from going into recession. "It makes it less likely a crash will necessarily lead to a recession," he said.
&ldquo;I will contain my anger, but only because I lived through &lsquo;87, and in the end, I came out okay. I was in cash for the crash. I know what this feels like,&rdquo; he added.
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(With inputs from agencies)
&nbsp;

World: The market analyst further stressed that the situation would worsen if the US president did not "reach out" to countries that haven't placed retaliatory tariffs

As Trump's tariff war scares the whole world, Jim Cramer, American TV personality and market analyst warned that Monday (April 7) might see the worst one-day decline since 1987's "Black Monday", when markets crashed all around the world, with the US Dow Jones Industrial Average plunging 22.6%. Cramer, while hosting his show Mad Money on CNBC on Saturday, warned that markets might face a "bloodbath" similar to 1987 when the Dow Jones suffered its biggest single-day crash. The market analyst further stressed that the situation would worsen if the US president did not "reach out" to countries that haven't placed retaliatory tariffs and give them incentives for complying. Also read: 'Makes no economic sense': Trump’s tariff math is 'based on an error' and it could cost the US economy dearly - Here's how “If the president doesn’t try to reach out and reward these countries and companies that play by the rules, then the 1987 scenario… the one where we went down three days and then down 22% on Monday, has the most cogency,” he said. “We will not have to wait too long to know. We will know it by Monday.” He commented days ahead of the April 7 market movement. After Trump's tariff announcement on April 2, imposing a 10 per cent "baseline" tariff on imports from all nations, the US market indices went into a freefall on Thursday and Friday. Also read: 'Free trade zone': Elon Musk wants 'zero tariff situation' between US, EU after Tesla loses BILLIONS amid Trump's tariff war Moreover, the bloodbath was not only limited to US markets but was reflected all across Europe and Asia including India. He also took to X, saying that he does not want a repeat of 1987. "Look i don't want a repeat of '87 of course. But i traded during that period and remember each day well.. We knew to sell.. and we are proud we did. But we felt like idiots because the week BEFORE the crash was so bad and we were late to sell," he posted. Look i don't want a repeat of '87 of course. But i traded during that period and remember each day well.. We knew to sell.. and we are proud we did. But we felt like idiots because the week BEFORE the crash was so bad and we were late to sell — Jim Cramer (@jimcramer) April 4, 2025 Adding to this, Cramer said that the US's "strong job data" is what is stopping the US from going into recession. "It makes it less likely a crash will necessarily lead to a recession," he said. “I will contain my anger, but only because I lived through ‘87, and in the end, I came out okay. I was in cash for the crash. I know what this feels like,” he added. Also read: 'End of globalisation'? UK PM Keir Starmer's BIG announcement as Trump's disastrous tariffs shake markets (With inputs from agencies)

'Black Monday' again? US analyst predicts BIGGEST market crash since 1987, warns Trump tariffs may cause 'bloodbath'

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US President Donald Trump's net worth has doubled in the last one year, securing the 700th spot on the 2025 Forbes Billionaires List with a net worth of $5.1 billion.&nbsp;
As he grappled with several legal battles and a $454 million fraud judgment, Trump's future finances seemed grim around twelve months ago.&nbsp;
However, he managed to double his wealth in the past year from $2.3 billion to $5.1 billion, according to Forbes.&nbsp;
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<h2>How did this happen?&nbsp;</h2>
Trump learned the trick that delays can be as valuable as victories and admitted that he could not afford to pay off the $454 million in cash.&nbsp;
The US president's legal team suggested an appeals court waive or reduce the bond amount. However, courts don't always grant such grace, but they did in this case.&nbsp;
The court dropped the requirement to $175 million and staved off an asset seizure.&nbsp;
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<h2>Another best move</h2>
Trump showed how he is the "greatest salesman" in American history as he took his social media platform Truth Social's parent company, public.&nbsp;
Despite fewer revenues and significant losses, Trump's supporters flocked to the stock, driving shares to extraordinary heights.&nbsp;
Although the stock later plummeted 72%, Trump still held a $2.6 billion stake as of March 2025, contributing to his remarkable wealth surge.
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<h2>Crypto comes in the picture</h2>
Later in 2024, Trump launched World Liberty Financial, a crypto project aimed at novice investors.&nbsp;
The project raised huge value after Trump's presidential election win, driven by hype from crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun.&nbsp;
His new venture ultimately added a staggering $245 million in after-tax earnings to Trump's fortune.&nbsp;
However, Trump continued to raise his wealth as he unveiled $TRUMP, a digital token aimed squarely at speculative traders. His "smart" move paid off handsomely and generated an estimated $350 million in fees with Trump's share reportedly surpassing $110 million after tax.&nbsp;
By the end of 2024, Trump&rsquo;s cryptocurrency ventures had provided him with nearly $800 million in estimated liquidity, making him a crypto king for many people.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump showed how he is the "greatest salesman" in American history as he took his social media platform Truth Social's parent company, public.

US President Donald Trump's net worth has doubled in the last one year, securing the 700th spot on the 2025 Forbes Billionaires List with a net worth of $5.1 billion. As he grappled with several legal battles and a $454 million fraud judgment, Trump's future finances seemed grim around twelve months ago. However, he managed to double his wealth in the past year from $2.3 billion to $5.1 billion, according to Forbes. Also read: 'Free trade zone': Elon Musk wants 'zero tariff situation' between US, EU after Tesla loses BILLIONS amid Trump's tariff war How did this happen? Trump learned the trick that delays can be as valuable as victories and admitted that he could not afford to pay off the $454 million in cash. The US president's legal team suggested an appeals court waive or reduce the bond amount. However, courts don't always grant such grace, but they did in this case. The court dropped the requirement to $175 million and staved off an asset seizure. Also read: 'Living with demon-possessed man': British man held by Taliban reveals 'horrible conditions' in jail, urges Trump for help Another best move Trump showed how he is the "greatest salesman" in American history as he took his social media platform Truth Social's parent company, public. Despite fewer revenues and significant losses, Trump's supporters flocked to the stock, driving shares to extraordinary heights. Although the stock later plummeted 72%, Trump still held a $2.6 billion stake as of March 2025, contributing to his remarkable wealth surge. Also read: Anti-Trump demonstrations: What led to 'Hands Off!' protests across US? Crypto comes in the picture Later in 2024, Trump launched World Liberty Financial, a crypto project aimed at novice investors. The project raised huge value after Trump's presidential election win, driven by hype from crypto entrepreneur Justin Sun. His new venture ultimately added a staggering $245 million in after-tax earnings to Trump's fortune. However, Trump continued to raise his wealth as he unveiled $TRUMP, a digital token aimed squarely at speculative traders. His "smart" move paid off handsomely and generated an estimated $350 million in fees with Trump's share reportedly surpassing $110 million after tax. By the end of 2024, Trump’s cryptocurrency ventures had provided him with nearly $800 million in estimated liquidity, making him a crypto king for many people. Also read: Tens of thousands march in US against Trump 'devastation' (With inputs from agencies)

Crypto, $TRUMP and Truth Social: How 'greatest salesman' Trump doubled his net worth in last one year

A British couple have been held captive by the Taliban for more than nine weeks now. The man shared the painful ordeal of living in the Kabul jail, describing it as "the nearest thing to hell I can imagine."&nbsp;
Peter Reynolds, 79, spoke about his fears for the safety of his wife, Barbie, who is being held in the women's section of the prison, according to the recording of a phone call from Pul-e-Charkhi maximum-security jail.&nbsp;
Reynolds said he was living in "a cage rather than a cell", however, described his circumstances as "VIP conditions" as compared to where his wife is being held.&nbsp;
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He further said that he had lost weight and received only one meal a day.&nbsp;
'Joined up with rapists, demon-possessed man...'
He further shared that he has to live with rapists and murderers.&nbsp;
&ldquo;I&rsquo;ve been joined up with rapists and murderers by handcuffs and ankle cuffs, including a man who killed his wife and three children, shouting away, a demon-possessed man,&rdquo; Reynolds said in recordings shared with the Sunday Times.
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<h2>How did they land up in jail?</h2>
The British couple had been running projects in Afghanistan schools for 18 years and decided to stay in the country after the Taliban seized power in 2021.
At the start of February, they were detained when they travelled to their home in Bamiyan province in a small plane rented by their Chinese-American friend, Faye Hall.&nbsp;
Hall was also detained, but she was released last weekend after the Trump administration lifted bounties worth $10m from the heads of senior Taliban figures.&nbsp;
When Reynolds was detained, he said that he was initially told the plane lacked proper landing permission and they would be released.&nbsp;
Instead, their phones were confiscated and they were transferred to the interior ministry in Kabul, where the couple were separated and then locked up in Pul-e-Charki prison.&nbsp;
Reynolds further complained that the Taliban told him that they had confiscated 59 books from their home that was "against Islam". He was asked why they had them. "I asked, &lsquo;Can you tell me any part of those books which is against Islam?&rsquo; &rdquo; he said. &ldquo;No one has been able to, so I think it&rsquo;s an outrage.&nbsp;
&ldquo;These things are an utter disgrace and shame. The Taliban have made a mistake and need to face up to it," he added.&nbsp;
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<h2>Appealed to Trump</h2>
The son of the British couple called on the US to help secure their release from the Afghan prison.&nbsp;
Jonathan called on the White House to intervene after Faye Hall, an American who was detained alongside them, was released last week by the Taliban.
"Anybody who has the ability to unlock that key and let them out, whether it be the Taliban, whether it be the British government, or whether it be the American government, I would ask - do it now, please," he said.&nbsp;
"And if you have the ability to put the pressure on the people who hold that key, do it now, please."
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Reynolds said he was living in "a cage rather than a cell", however, described his circumstances as "VIP conditions" as compared to where his wife is being held.

A British couple have been held captive by the Taliban for more than nine weeks now. The man shared the painful ordeal of living in the Kabul jail, describing it as "the nearest thing to hell I can imagine." Peter Reynolds, 79, spoke about his fears for the safety of his wife, Barbie, who is being held in the women's section of the prison, according to the recording of a phone call from Pul-e-Charkhi maximum-security jail. Reynolds said he was living in "a cage rather than a cell", however, described his circumstances as "VIP conditions" as compared to where his wife is being held. Also read: US woman Faye Hall thanks Trump after release by Taliban in Afghanistan He further said that he had lost weight and received only one meal a day. 'Joined up with rapists, demon-possessed man...' He further shared that he has to live with rapists and murderers. “I’ve been joined up with rapists and murderers by handcuffs and ankle cuffs, including a man who killed his wife and three children, shouting away, a demon-possessed man,” Reynolds said in recordings shared with the Sunday Times. Also read: 'Collapsing due to malnutrition': Family of British couple held by Taliban expresses concerns over their health How did they land up in jail? The British couple had been running projects in Afghanistan schools for 18 years and decided to stay in the country after the Taliban seized power in 2021. At the start of February, they were detained when they travelled to their home in Bamiyan province in a small plane rented by their Chinese-American friend, Faye Hall. Hall was also detained, but she was released last weekend after the Trump administration lifted bounties worth $10m from the heads of senior Taliban figures. When Reynolds was detained, he said that he was initially told the plane lacked proper landing permission and they would be released. Instead, their phones were confiscated and they were transferred to the interior ministry in Kabul, where the couple were separated and then locked up in Pul-e-Charki prison. Reynolds further complained that the Taliban told him that they had confiscated 59 books from their home that was "against Islam". He was asked why they had them. "I asked, ‘Can you tell me any part of those books which is against Islam?’ ” he said. “No one has been able to, so I think it’s an outrage. “These things are an utter disgrace and shame. The Taliban have made a mistake and need to face up to it," he added. Also read: A tale of narrow escape: Afghan pop star Aryana Sayeed shares 'horrifying' near-death encounter under Taliban Appealed to Trump The son of the British couple called on the US to help secure their release from the Afghan prison. Jonathan called on the White House to intervene after Faye Hall, an American who was detained alongside them, was released last week by the Taliban. "Anybody who has the ability to unlock that key and let them out, whether it be the Taliban, whether it be the British government, or whether it be the American government, I would ask - do it now, please," he said. "And if you have the ability to put the pressure on the people who hold that key, do it now, please." Also read: End of globalisation' ? UK PM Keir Starmer's BIG announcement as Trump's disastrous tariffs shake markets (With inputs from agencies)

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