According to reports, the Trump administration has expanded the authority of military commanders by easing the rules for airstrikes and raids. This change will grant commanders in the field greater autonomy. This decision would end the guidelines established by former President Joe Biden and mark a return to the more aggressive counterterrorism policies that Trump implemented during his first term.

Trump expands military kill list, loosens airstrike and raid rules

#Gravitas Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky is set to meet U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House. The centerpiece of this visit is a deal granting Washington access to Ukraine’s rare minerals, something Zelensky initially resisted but has now conceded to.

Trump-Zelensky meet: After bluster and defiance, Zelensky bows before Trump

Dystopian footage, which turns the war-battered Palestinian enclave into a Riviera of West Asia, has shocked the world. Palestinians refuse to move from their soil, and Arab leaders are huddling over what is next for Gaza. Watch in for more details!

Trump's version of future Gaza: Netanyahu and booze alongside beach

Mexico has sent 29 drug cartel figures, including drug lord Rafael Caro Quintero, who was behind the killing of a US DEA agent in 1985, to the United States as the Trump administration turns up the pressure on drug trafficking organizations. Watch to know more!

Mexico Extradites Drug Lord Rafael Caro Quintero To US

An anticipated mass firing of workers started Thursday at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) which could cut more than 10% of the agency’s employees, according to local and national officials.

Hundreds Of NOAA Employees Laid Off As Part Of Federal Workforce Downsizing

US President Donald Trump hosted UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for high-stakes talks on Ukraine and a potential US-UK trade deal. Trump suggested a Ukraine peace deal is at a crucial stage and emphasized that Putin "keeps his word." Meanwhile, discussions on a trade agreement could help Britain avoid tariffs.

US President Trump and UK PM Starmer discuss Ukraine, trade and security commitments

Donald Trump has made his stance pretty clear: Europe must defend itself. He has now launched a fresh attack on the EU, and this comes as European capitals feel ignored after Washington sidelined them and opened a direct line with their enemy number one at the moment, Moscow.

Trump dodges Ukraine security guarantee plea

US President Trump believes that Putin will keep his word on peace deal

India’s pharmaceutical sector, the world’s largest supplier of generic medicines, is growing at a rapid pace. According to a McKinsey report, pharmaceutical exports rose at 9% annually in 2024, nearly twice the global average. India now meets 20% of global drug demand, supplying 40% of the US Generic market and 25% of the UK market. The country has also surpassed the US In FDA-approved manufacturing sites.

India’s pharma exports grow at 9%, double the global average

With Trump threatening to pull back US troops, Europe faces a growing security crisis. Russia’s defense spending has surpassed Europe's, and its weapons production is outpacing NATO. As tensions rise, can Europe stand alone against Moscow, or is NATO still a formidable force without US support?

Europe's security at risk as Trump threatens troop withdrawal

Ukraine's President Zelensky heads to Washington amidst battlefield losses and diplomatic uncertainty. The mineral rights agreement promises American access to rare earth minerals, but security guarantees for Kyiv remain conspicuously absent. So, is this a lifeline, or is this some kind of last-ditch losing gamble for Zelensky?

Zelensky to sign minerals deal with US but no security guarantee from US

US President Trump is hopeful for Ukraine peace deal and UK trade deal

US President Trump and UK PM Starmer discuss Ukraine war and trade deal

US president Donald Trump hosted UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for high-stakes talks on Ukraine and a potential US-UK trade deal. Trump suggested a Ukraine peace deal is at a crucial stage and emphasized that Putin "keeps his word." Meanwhile, discussions on a trade agreement could help Britain avoid tariffs.

US President Trump says negotiations on deal to end Ukraine war at crucial stage

#Gravitas Similar to Canada and Mexico, U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to impose a 25% tariff on the European Union.

Trump threatens to slap 25% tariffs on EU

After dismissing security guarantees for Ukraine in exchange for a mineral deal, Trump has been noncommittal about defending Taiwan against a potential Chinese invasion. When pressed by a reporter about Taiwan on Wednesday, he responded, “I never comment on that... I don’t want to ever put myself in that position.” It seems that after NATO and Ukraine, U.S. under Trump is now abandoning Taiwan as well. Where does it leave the two countries?

Trump betrays Taiwan after Ukraine, won't answer question about defending Taiwan

President Donald Trump shared a bizarre AI video depicting a future vision of Gaza as a beach resort to his Truth Social account on Tuesday, 26 February.. Watch in for more details!

Donald Trump's AI-generated Video Shows Gaza As Luxury Resort, Sparks Row

US President Donald Trump has declared that Ukraine can "forget about joining NATO," refusing to offer security guarantees. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to visit the White House on Friday, pushing for security assurances. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer will also meet with Trump ahead of Zelensky’s visit. Additionally, Trump claims Russian President Vladimir Putin will have to make concessions.

Zelensky insists on security guarantees ahead of US visit

Trump dismisses Ukraine's NATO hopes as Zelensky heads to US for talks

Trump rejects Ukraine's NATO bid as Zelensky heads to US for talks

#GRAVITAS |  U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to introduce a $5M “gold card” programme for wealthy foreigners, granting them the right to live and work in the country with a pathway to citizenship which also includes Russian Oligarchs. Meanwhile, Russian Media compared trump with the leader of the dying soviet union Mikhail Gorbachev as they called Trump's ambitious MAGA or Make America Great Again -
the American Perestroika. Watch this video to find out more.

Trump's $5-million 'gold card' visa plan for ultra-rich

US President Donald Trump today shared an AI-generated video of Gaza. The video includes images of Gaza transformed into a futuristic city, featuring a shiny Trump Tower and a giant Trump statue. Watch in for more details!

Trump shares AI visuals of how Gaza would look

The White House confirmed on Tuesday (Feb 26) that Amy Gleason is serving as the acting administrator for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE).&nbsp;
This comes after US President Donald Trump's administration has been facing pressure to disclose the identity of the official formally in charge of DOGE, particularly after court filings clarified that billionaire Elon Musk, whom Trump previously claimed was overseeing the department, had no direct authority over the cost-cutting initiative.
A White House official said that Gleason, a former US Digital Service official, will now lead the department that Trump established via executive order after taking office in January.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/over-20-civil-service-employees-resigned-from-trumps-doge-in-protest-8758303">Over 20 civil service employees resigned from Trump&rsquo;s DOGE in protest</a>
Musk is an employee of the &ldquo;White House Office&rdquo; and serves as senior adviser to the president, according to Joshua Fisher, director of the White House Office of Administration.&nbsp;
This announcement came after more than 20 members of the former US Digital service, the agency that was renamed the US DOGE service, resigned on Tuesday and gave a letter criticising Musk for working to "dismantle critical public services".&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/i-love-it-trump-backs-idea-of-sending-some-savings-from-doge-back-to-us-citizens-8741573">&lsquo;I love it&rsquo;: Trump backs idea of sending some savings from DOGE back to US citizens</a>
<h2>Who is Amy Gleason?</h2>
Amy Gleason, a former US Digital Service official, is a low-profile executive, who has expertise in healthcare technology.&nbsp;
The 53-year-old also worked in the first Trump administration.&nbsp;
She served in the United States Digital Service from 2018 to 2021, according to her LinkedIn profile.&nbsp;
During that tenure, she worked with the White House on the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Later, she returned to the agency in January after Trump took office.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/they-dress-in-t-shirts-trump-mocks-genius-doge-staffers-who-dress-worse-than-elon-musk-8736789">&lsquo;They dress in T-shirts&rsquo;: Trump mocks &lsquo;genius&rsquo; DOGE staffers who dress &lsquo;worse than Elon Musk&rsquo;</a>
As she has expertise in healthcare, she served as the vice president for research at the Cure JM Foundation from 2014 to 2018.&nbsp;
Gleason also co-founded and served as an executive of the Florida-based telemedicine startup Care Sync.&nbsp;
She has also advocated for the cure of juvenile myositis, a rare autoimmune illness that causes muscle weakness and a rash in children. Her adult daughter also has this disease.&nbsp;
Currently, she is responsible for driving the DOGE agenda of simplifying government operations through personnel reductions, contract terminations, and budgetary reductions.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/musk-warns-federal-workers-to-return-to-office-or-be-put-on-administrative-leave-8753283">Musk warns federal workers to return to office or be put on administrative leave</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: White House official said that Gleason now leads the department that Trump established via executive order after taking office in January.

The White House confirmed on Tuesday (Feb 26) that Amy Gleason is serving as the acting administrator for the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). This comes after US President Donald Trump's administration has been facing pressure to disclose the identity of the official formally in charge of DOGE, particularly after court filings clarified that billionaire Elon Musk, whom Trump previously claimed was overseeing the department, had no direct authority over the cost-cutting initiative. A White House official said that Gleason, a former US Digital Service official, will now lead the department that Trump established via executive order after taking office in January. Also read: Over 20 civil service employees resigned from Trump’s DOGE in protest Musk is an employee of the “White House Office” and serves as senior adviser to the president, according to Joshua Fisher, director of the White House Office of Administration. This announcement came after more than 20 members of the former US Digital service, the agency that was renamed the US DOGE service, resigned on Tuesday and gave a letter criticising Musk for working to "dismantle critical public services". Also read: ‘I love it’: Trump backs idea of sending some savings from DOGE back to US citizens Who is Amy Gleason? Amy Gleason, a former US Digital Service official, is a low-profile executive, who has expertise in healthcare technology. The 53-year-old also worked in the first Trump administration. She served in the United States Digital Service from 2018 to 2021, according to her LinkedIn profile. During that tenure, she worked with the White House on the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Later, she returned to the agency in January after Trump took office. Also read: ‘They dress in T-shirts’: Trump mocks ‘genius’ DOGE staffers who dress ‘worse than Elon Musk’ As she has expertise in healthcare, she served as the vice president for research at the Cure JM Foundation from 2014 to 2018. Gleason also co-founded and served as an executive of the Florida-based telemedicine startup Care Sync. She has also advocated for the cure of juvenile myositis, a rare autoimmune illness that causes muscle weakness and a rash in children. Her adult daughter also has this disease. Currently, she is responsible for driving the DOGE agenda of simplifying government operations through personnel reductions, contract terminations, and budgetary reductions. Also read: Musk warns federal workers to return to office or be put on administrative leave (With inputs from agencies)

Not Elon Musk but Amy Gleason now leads Trump's DOGE. Who is she?

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to visit the United States for crucial talks aimed at bridging the gap between Europe and Donald Trump's administration. With the ongoing Ukraine conflict at the center of discussions, Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron have praised Trump’s efforts toward “durable peace.” The visit is expected to shape future transatlantic relations and Europe's role in global security.

UK PM Starmer heads to US for key talks on Ukraine and Europe

The Trump administration is exploring the ‘DOGE Dividend’ plan, a proposal to return $400 billion to taxpayers, giving each eligible American a $5,000 payout. Spearheaded by James Fishback, the plan aims to provide financial relief while using 20% of the savings to reduce national debt.

Trump administration mulls plan to return $400 billion to taxpayers

President Trump announced Tuesday that the US government will soon begin selling $5 million “gold cards” that convey both green-card residency status and a path to American citizenship to foreigners. Watch this report for more details!

Trump: Gold cards to foreigners who want to invest in the US

Trump administration considers $400 billion ‘DOGE dividend’ taxpayer plan

US Consumer sentiment took a sharp dive in February, hitting its lowest point in over a year, largely due to concerns about rising prices, inflation, and tariffs. The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment index highlighted that inflation expectations are on the rise, with households now predicting a 4. 3% increase in prices over the next year—the highest level since November 2023.

Why are American consumers penny-pinching?

Global markets are starting to feel the jitters of US President Donald Trump's tariff rhetoric. The cautious sentiment comes after Trump said taxes on Mexican on Canadian imports will 'go ahead. ' while the import tariffs were delayed by a month, the US President's threat comes ahead of Monday's deadline and weighed on markets.

Global markets turn cautious on tariff risks

The US and Ukraine have agreed on key terms for a minerals deal, a move that could reshape global resource supply chains. Reports suggest the agreement may include security guarantees, while officials confirm that a clause deemed unfavorable to the US was removed. Meanwhile, the UK Prime Minister heads to the US to bridge gaps over Ukraine policy. Will this deal strengthen Ukraine’s position or deepen geopolitical tensions?

US and Ukraine finalize minerals deal amid security concerns

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