The Vatican has confirmed that Pope Leo XIV will not visit the United States in 2026, disappointing hopes for a historic homecoming tour. Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni confirmed no U.S. trip is expected this year.


Pope Leo XIV Will Not Visit US in 2026, Vatican Confirms No Homecoming Tour 

A towering 15-foot golden statue of Donald Trump, dubbed “Don Colossus,” remains uninstalled in Ohio after a payment dispute stalled the project. The fate of the controversial statue is now uncertain as organisers and contractors remain locked in disagreement.


Trump’s Golden Statue Crippled: 15-Foot ‘Don Colossus’ Lies Uninstalled Amid Payment Dispute

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has said national elections could be held within a year as the country undergoes a fragile transition. Signalling possible tensions with the Trump administration, White House officials prioritise rebuilding Venezuela over an immediate polls timeline even as Machado pushes for a faster democratic process.


US-Venezuela Tensions: Have Trump-Machado Ties Deteriorated? 'Rebuilding More Important Than Polls'

Russia launched overnight drone and missile strikes across Ukraine, killing at least three people and hitting critical energy infrastructure. The renewed attacks raise doubts over possible diplomatic talks as territorial disputes, including Donbas and Zaporizhzhia, remain unresolved.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russian Strikes On Ukraine Energy Infra Threaten Trilateral Talks

Israel is reportedly pressuring U.S. to ask Iran to reduce the range of its ballistic missiles, and decimate its uranium enrichment. Iran says it is ready for war, however, it will not give up on its nuclear or missile program.


Israel & US Plan To Weaken Iran; Iran & US Exchange Threats After Talks in Oman

US President Donald Trump has warned that Iran’s supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei should be “very worried” as Washington and Tehran prepare for their first formal negotiations since the United States bombed Iran’s nuclear programme last year. Tensions have escalated following a deadly crackdown by Iranian security forces on nationwide anti-government protests, prompting Trump to deploy a US military armada to the region and threaten strikes. Iran’s military has warned that any attack would be met with an immediate and decisive response, including strikes on US forces and assets across the region.

Netanyahu Warns Iran: 'You Can't Trust Iran' | Trump Alerts Khamenei

President Donald Trump deleted a video from his Truth Social account that contained racist depictions of former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama after widespread backlash from both Republicans and Democrats. The White House initially dismissed criticism as “fake outrage” before reversing course hours later, calling the post a staff error. Trump declined to apologize, saying he made no mistake.


USA: Trump Condemns Racist Post, But Refuses To Apologise

U.S. President Donald Trump says Iran desperately wants to make a deal with Washington, however Iran says it won't negotiate on its missile program, and warns that U.S. bases are still on its target.


Iran-US Tensions: Trump Says Good Iran Talks, Iranian Lawmaker Calls Trump a Liar

US President Donald Trump has warned Russia and Ukraine to reach a settlement by June 2026, outlining a timeline to end the war. Washington has offered channels for direct negotiations, with the move coming after President Zelensky said the US was willing to host peace talks next week.


Trump Warns Russia and Ukraine to End War by June 2026, Offers Direct Negotiation Channels

Iranian lawmakers have called US President Donald Trump a “liar” after Tehran dismissed his claims about talks in Oman. Iran said it will not back down from its red lines, even as officials confirmed a fire had broken out at a military base.


BREAKING: Iran Slams Trump as ‘Liar’, Rejects Oman Talks Claim

Even as the trump administration’s immigration crackdown continues with tighter rules, a new analysis by U.S-based Cato institute paints a starkly different fiscal picture. This report finds immigrants have added trillions to U.S. Government finances for 30 years and may have helped avert a debt crisis.

Immigrants Saved $14.5 Tn in U.S. Debt Over 30 Yrs

President Trump's claim that immigrants must not be a financial burden overlooks data showing their net positive fiscal impact over time, particularly through labor force growth and tax contributions that exceed initial costs.



Trump Wrong? Immigrants Boost Economy Despite Claims

The United States has announced new sanctions intended to curb Iran’s oil exports, targeting dozens of entities and vessels involved in trading Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products. The move comes shortly after indirect talks between Tehran and Washington concluded in Oman, underscoring persistent tensions despite diplomatic engagement. According to the US Department of State, the measures are designed to disrupt Iran’s revenue from oil, which Washington says supports destabilising activities across the region.


Breaking: US Slaps Fresh Sanctions to Curb Iran Oil Exports After Talks Conclude

US President Donald Trump has said he wants Washington’s Dulles International Airport to be named after him. The proposal has sparked debate over presidential legacy and the renaming of major public infrastructure in the US capital region.


Trump Seeks to Put His Name on Washington’s Dulles International Airport | Gravitas

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the date and location of the next meeting with the United States have yet to be decided. The statement comes after recent rounds of talks, with Tehran indicating consultations are still underway before the next phase of engagement.


Breaking: Iran's Araghchi Says Date & Location of Next US Meeting Yet to Be Decided

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and a United States special envoy have met in Muscat, Oman, for indirect nuclear talks aimed at addressing Tehran’s nuclear programme. Iran’s foreign minister issued a firm warning that Tehran will defend itself against any “excessive demands or adventurism” by the United States, signalling a hardening stance ahead of negotiations. The talks come amid heightened military and diplomatic tensions between the two countries and broader Middle East geopolitical uncertainty.


Iran FM Araghchi Holds Nuclear Talks With US Envoy in Oman as Tehran Warns Against Excessive Demands

Top Iranian and US officials are meeting in Muscat as nuclear talks between Iran and the United States begin, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US special envoy Steve Witkoff in attendance. The negotiations, scheduled for Friday, are part of renewed diplomatic efforts to address Tehran’s nuclear programme after months of heightened tensions, disagreements and delays over venue and format. Iran has insisted the talks focus on nuclear issues, while Washington seeks broader engagement. These discussions come as regional concerns remain high amid broader geopolitical pressures.

Iran-US Tensions: Iran FM Araghchi and US Envoy Witkoff Meet in Oman for Nuclear Talks | WION

President Trump signals interest in negotiating a new nuclear arms control treaty with Russia following New START's recent expiration, aiming for a modernized deal amid arms race fears.


Russia-U.S. : Trump Eyes New Nuclear Treaty With Russia 

President Trump adopts a wait-and-watch stance as top US envoy Steve Witkoff meets Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi in Oman for pivotal nuclear talks.


Iran-U.S. Talks Kick Off in Oman, Trump Monitors Oman Talks Amid Armada Threats

The second day of Ukraine-Russia peace talks in Abu Dhabi ended without any agreement on ending the war, as negotiators failed to achieve a breakthrough. Ukraine indicated that the United States could host the next round of talks, keeping diplomatic channels open despite stalled progress.

Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks End Day Two With No Breakthrough, US May Host Next Round 

Ukraine-Russia Peace Talks Day Two End With No Breakthrough, US May Host Next Round

Trump hailed his "excellent" phone call with Xi Jinping on February 4, 2026, praising their strong personal rapport amid discussions on trade, Taiwan, Ukraine, Iran, and energy. The leaders agreed to keep communicating frequently ahead of Trump's planned April visit to Beijing.



U.S.-China: Trump-Xi "Excellent" Call: Trade, Taiwan Top Agenda

Ryan Routh has been sentenced to life in prison for his role in a foiled assassination plot against US President Donald Trump. The federal judge described the attack as calculated and malicious, with Routh convicted on multiple federal charges.


Trump Assassination Plot: Man Convicted of Trying to Assassinate US President Gets Life Sentence

US President Donald Trump says he held an “excellent” phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping, discussing trade, energy, Taiwan, Iran and the Ukraine war. Trump stressed his strong personal rapport with Xi as key to maintaining stable US-China relations amid tensions.


Trump-Xi phone call: Xi Jinping says US must act with prudence on arms sales to Taiwan

Russia has demanded that Ukraine accept Moscow’s conditions for a truce as fresh drone and missile strikes hit eastern Ukraine, killing at least six people. Attacks were reported in Odesa and Zaporizhzhia, underscoring ongoing hostilities despite talk of a ceasefire.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Demands Ukraine Accept Moscow’s Terms as Drone Strikes Kill Six in East

Iran-US nuclear talks are back on track after intense lobbying by West Asia leaders and a venue shift to Oman. Iran’s demands on location and scope had earlier threatened to derail negotiations, raising stakes for regional and global security.


Iran-US nuclear talks: Last chance for diplomacy? Ballistic missiles, other issues off the table

Russia-Ukraine War: The first day of Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi was described as productive, with military and political issues discussed. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington’s commitment, while President Zelensky said the dialogue must lead to peace.


Ukraine Peace Talks: Military-Political Issues Discussed on First Day of Talks in Abu Dhabi 

Trump-Xi Phone Call: US-China Discuss Trade, Taiwan and Global Issues 

Iran-US Nuclear Talks Back on Track After Oman Move, West Asia Leaders Push White House 

The first day of Russia-Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi was described as productive, with military and political issues discussed. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reaffirmed Washington’s commitment, while President Zelensky said the dialogue must lead to peace.


Ukraine Peace Talks: US Hails Engagement Between Kyiv & Moscow, 'Talks Must Bring Peace'

New revelations from the Epstein files are sparking international attention, with probes now underway in the UK and Poland. President Donald Trump has called for America to “move on” amid the controversy.

Epstein Files: Trump Urges America to Move On | Probes in UK & Poland

Norway has pushed back against former US President Donald Trump’s claims about NATO, with Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre strongly defending the alliance’s value to the United States. The remarks underline ongoing debates over NATO funding, transatlantic security, and US–Europe relations.

Norway Rejects Trump’s NATO Claim as PM Defends Alliance’s Value

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