Donald Trump personally welcomed Xi Jinping at Joint Base Andrews as the Chinese leader began his state visit to Washington. Xi received a lavish arrival ceremony featuring a 100-foot red carpet, US service members, national anthems and a B-1 bomber flyover.

What the Trump-Xi meet mean for the world order

Donald Trump has reopened the door to a new meeting with North Korea's Kim Jong Un. The two leaders have history, and any fresh sit-down would get global attention. We look at what Trump said, what a meeting could mean for the Korean peninsula, and why Pyongyang's answer matters. Watch the full breakdown, and tell us in the comments: would Kim say yes?


Donald Trump reopens the door to a new meeting with Kim Jong Un

Donald Trump says the midterm elections won't shape his choices on Iran. But with votes to win at home and tension building abroad, plenty of people doubt politics can stay out of it. We look at what he said, how the midterms could pull on his Iran decisions, and how voters might read it. Watch the breakdown, and tell us in the comments whether you buy it.


Donald Trump says midterms 'won't shape his choices on Iran'

A fresh barrage of fast, jet-powered Russian drones struck Ukraine's capital and regional hubs, targeting critical railway networks, petrol stations, and warehouses. Leaving at least two people dead and over two dozen injured in Kyiv, the strikes ignited fires near the central train station and damaged energy infrastructure—occurring just hours after diplomatic discussions focused on securing a potential bilateral halt to energy facility attacks.   


Russia-Ukraine war: Kyiv claims Russian drones struck city centre in broad daylight

Donald Trump has sparked intense political debate following bold assertions that his administration secured $21 trillion and brought an end to eight global conflicts. However, independent fact-checkers and official economic reports have challenged these figures, with White House data citing $11.2 trillion in announced investments instead. Simultaneously, scientists contradict Trump's statements on global cooling with opposing climate data, while a US government report highlights ongoing Pentagon munition shortfalls.


Trump's UNGA address: US President declares $21 trillion secured by his administration 

Russia-Ukraine war: Fresh wave of Russian jet drones strikes Ukraine's critical infrastructure

The Trump-Xi meeting could become an important reference point for the next phase of U.S. tariff negotiations with the rest of the world. The two leaders are expected to focus on extending the existing U.S.–China trade truce, which is currently due to expire in November.

Will Trump-Xi set the tariff benchmark?

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced a new UK-US AI Defence Partnership at the 81st United Nations General Assembly in New York. The agreement aims to deepen cooperation between Britain and the United States on artificial intelligence and defence technology.

81st UN General Assembly: Burnham announces UK-US AI defence tie-up

President Trump officially opened the White House's new granite South Lawn helipad with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Monday, using oversized gold scissors before boarding a VH-92A Patriot helicopter for its very first operational flight. Oddly, his remarks went largely unheard, not due to any technical issue, but because Fox, CBS, ABC and NBC skipped the press pool that day in protest of Trump's recent ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico. Trump later called the helipad "a work of art" in a Truth Social post.


Trump's new South Lawn helipad opens, but his remarks go unheard amid press boycott 

Diplomatic tensions between the US and Iran remain at a precipice as both leaders arrive in New York for the UN General Assembly. President Donald Trump signaled he is "open" to meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on the sidelines, even as Washington weighs new military and economic pressures. Meanwhile, Tehran's military leadership declared it is prepared for a long-term war, threatening to deploy new, undisclosed weapons and strike unprecedented regional targets if US attacks resume.   


US-Iran war: Tehran warns of wider war threat if US intensifies attack

Ukrainian President Zelensky met CIA Director John Ratcliffe at Shannon Airport in Ireland while both their planes refueled, sources told Reuters. Neither side has revealed what was discussed. The meeting comes just weeks after Ratcliffe's unannounced August 25 trip to Moscow, where he reportedly met senior Russian intelligence officials and shared a bleak assessment of Russia's war position, urging a deal before things worsen. Zelensky was en route to New York for the UN General Assembly, where he's set to meet President Trump.


Russia-Ukraine war: Report suggests Ratcliffe meets Zelensky weeks after secret Moscow trip

Iran-US war: Trump signals meeting with Iran president

The famous green-marble UN podium has witnessed decades of diplomatic drama, from fiery walkouts to fist-banging outbursts. Now it's Trump's turn again, as he addresses the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday, right after Brazil's Lula, who's expected to warn Trump against interfering in Brazil's elections. With the Iran war nearing its eighth month, Trump's speech will be closely watched, alongside sideline meetings with Gulf leaders, Zelensky, and Iran's Pezeshkian, at what could be one of UNGA's most consequential weeks yet.


The UN podium has seen it all: Trump set to address 81st UNGA session Tuesday 

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent held an eight-hour "very successful" meeting with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng in New York, laying the groundwork for Thursday's high-stakes Trump-Xi summit in Washington. The talks covered AI, tariffs and critical minerals, with both sides discussing a new "US-China AI Dialogue" and a notification mechanism for national-security-level AI incidents. Key issues carried over from May's Beijing meeting, including tariff cuts, China's critical mineral supply commitments and Chinese purchases of US soybeans and Boeing jets.


Trump-Xi summit: US-China trade truce under test on Sept 24

Trump & Xi set for Washington summit 

Trump-Xi summit: US Treasury Secretary holds meeting with Chinese Vice Premier

The United States has warned that tensions between Saudi Arabia and Iran-backed Houthis could escalate rapidly after a missile targeted Riyadh. The strike marks the first reported Houthi missile attack on the Saudi capital since fighting in Yemen resumed, raising fears of a wider regional escalation.

Washington warns citizens: Tensions could escalate in west asia

Ukraine launched one of its largest drone attacks yet on the Moscow region, with authorities intercepting over 1,600 drones, 450 of them headed for the capital. Two people were killed, a 44-year-old woman and an elderly man, in separate strikes, while a major oil refinery caught fire and a drone hit a residential building, forcing evacuations. The attack landed on the final day of Russia's parliamentary elections, with Moscow's mayor accusing Ukraine of trying to disrupt the vote.


Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow attacked by hundreds of drones, 2 killed as fire erupts at oil refinery 

The White House Correspondents' Association (WHCA) and major news organizations have issued emergency demands for the Trump administration to immediately restore full press access after journalists from CNN, POLITICO, and MS NOW were turned away at the gates. White House press credentials were disabled after President Trump accused the outlets of publishing "fake news" and "dishonest coverage". WHCA President Jacqui Heinrich condemned the move as an illegal "ban on the free press," while media organizations warned that arbitrarily revoking access based on unfavorable reporting directly violates First Amendment constitutional protections.   


US President Trump bans American media outlets from White House

Even as AI industry leaders, including Anthropic's Dario Amodei, OpenAI's Sam Altman and Elon Musk, call for a global slowdown, Trump is doubling down. He announced plans to create an "AI Force," modeled on Space Force, to hunt for "BAD" actors, and said he'll soon name a new "AI czar." Trump called safety concerns a "hoax," insisting he won't "hinder or stifle" the industry, framing AI as key to competing with China even as public and expert alarm keeps growing.


AI safety debate: Trump says he will not tolerate attempts to slow AI growth

Russia unleashed fresh strikes across Ukraine, a guided aerial bomb hit a residential building in Sumy, killing two and injuring seven, including a 13-year-old girl, while a shopping centre fire broke out in Dnipro. Firefighters battled the blaze as emergency crews rushed to both scenes. Separately, Ukraine's intelligence service revealed Russia is preparing to recruit at least 27 Yemeni nationals, some born as recently as 2006, offering legal status in exchange for military contracts to fight on the front lines.


Russia's deadly Ukraine strikes kill 2 in Sumy, hit Dnipro mall 

Trump defends AI amid growing alarm, announces new 'AI force' and promises an 'AI czar'

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed a sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law, targeting Russian officials, banks, energy revenues and the country’s shadow tanker fleet. The law also gives Trump authority to impose tariffs of up to 100% on major buyers of Russian oil and gas, potentially affecting countries including India and China.

Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill into law 

US President Donald Trump is set to host Chinese President Xi Jinping in Washington on September 24 for their second meeting of 2026. Trade, tariffs, critical minerals, Taiwan, Iran and artificial intelligence are expected to feature prominently in the talks. The summit comes as Washington and Beijing seek to stabilise ties amid ongoing economic and geopolitical tensions.


Trump-Xi summit set for September 24 in Washington 

The United States, Denmark and Greenland have reached an agreement to expand the US military presence on the Arctic island. President Donald Trump said the deal gives Washington permanent security and defence rights in Greenland, while barring US adversaries from establishing military bases there. Denmark and Greenland remain responsible for the island’s sovereignty, and the agreement is expected to undergo further formal approval.


US And Denmark reach Greenland deal, Trump announces expanded military presence

US President Donald Trump says he is approaching a “big decision” over the next phase of the Iran war. Trump has indicated he is weighing whether to resume large-scale military action against Iran. His remarks come ahead of planned talks with leaders from six Gulf nations on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly. Trump has also said Iran wants a deal, but that Tehran is not yet ready. The latest developments come as Washington weighs military action alongside diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.


Houthis and Saudi Arabia trade fresh attacks as Trump weighs next big decision on Iran

Pakistan is deepening ties with Washington as Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munir meets U.S. drone maker Powerus, which has signed an MoU with the Pakistan Army and secured an initial order for unmanned aerial systems. Powerus is set to merge with Aureus Greenway Holdings, a company backed by Donald Trump Jr. and Eric Trump.White House Deputy Press Secretary Anna Kelly says there is no conflict of interest.The deal comes amid a broader Pakistan-U.S. rapprochement, with Munir cultivating ties with President Donald Trump and Pakistan also exploring cooperation with Trump-linked interests in areas including cryptocurrency.


Pak buys Trump support via drone deal with Trump family-backed company

South Korea has delayed its planned investment projects in the United States amid economic uncertainty and shifting trade policies. The move comes as Seoul reassesses its overseas investment strategy, citing concerns over US tariff measures, market volatility, and domestic economic priorities.

South Korea delays US investment plans: Final steps before Seoul & Washington set terms

A potential Xi Jinping–Donald Trump summit could open the door to stronger military-to-military communication between China and the United States. The talks could focus on reducing tensions, maintaining communication between their armed forces and managing security issues between the two countries.

Xi-Trump summit may boost military links

The United States is looking at expanding its military presence in Poland, with President Donald Trump signalling progress on a potential new military base. The move comes as Washington and Warsaw deepen defence cooperation amid heightened security concerns in Europe. Poland has become a key NATO ally on the alliance’s eastern flank.


US new military base in Poland: US President Donald Trump eyes military base in Poland 

US-Iran War: Trump says ‘big decision’ on Iran ahead, weighs possible fresh military action

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