On Wednesday, treasury secretary Scott Bessent said a strong dollar policy is something the U.S. Always had. He added that good policies will always bring in money. Those comments came a day after president trump shrugged off the recent decline in the dollar, prompting a broad base sell-off in the greenback.


Why Trump Is Letting The Dollar Slide, And What It Means For U.S. & Global Economy 

U.S. President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the IRS and the Treasury Department, accusing them of failing to prevent the leak of his tax records nearly a decade ago. The suit alleges reputational and financial harm after a former IRS contractor unlawfully shared Trump’s tax returns with news outlets. The case also includes Trump’s sons and the Trump Organization as plaintiffs.

Trump Sues IRS And Treasury Department For $10 Billion Over Leaked Tax Records

U.S. President Donald Trump has signaled that military action against Iran is under consideration, while also expressing hope for a diplomatic deal. This comes amid rising tensions in the Middle East and ongoing debates over nuclear talks.

BREAKING: Trump Weighs Military Action Against Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that it is “very dangerous” for the UK to engage with China, highlighting growing geopolitical tensions and concerns over global security and trade

 US President Trump Says Very Dangerous for Uk to Deal With China

US President Donald Trump is weighing options that include targeted raids and special forces operations inside Iran, according to reports, as tensions between Washington and Tehran continue to escalate. The deliberations come amid heightened military deployments, diplomatic efforts to de-escalate, and warnings from Iran against any violation of its sovereignty.


Iran-US Tensions: Trump Considers Raids, Special Forces Operations Inside Iran | WION

US President Donald Trump has filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service and the US Treasury Department, alleging unlawful actions linked to his tax records. The legal move escalates Trump’s long-running confrontation with federal agencies and could have major political and legal ramifications.


USA: Trump Files $10 Billion Lawsuit Against IRS And US Treasury Department | WION

U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened new tariffs on Cuba in a bid to escalate pressure over political and economic issues. This move highlights the continuing tensions between Washington and Havana, with potential impacts on trade, travel, and diplomatic relations. Experts warn that such measures could further strain U.S.-Cuba ties and affect Cuban citizens’ access to essential goods.

US-Cuba Relations Strain as Trump Threatens New Tariffs

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s visit to China has drawn attention as U.S. President Donald Trump warns Britain over its approach to Beijing. During the talks, Chinese President Xi Jinping emphasized the importance of long-term cooperation and strengthening economic and diplomatic ties. The meetings included agreements on visa-free travel and tariff reductions, highlighting efforts to boost UK-China trade relations.

UK-China Talks: Starmer Meets Xi in China Amid Trump Warning on Beijing Ties

President Donald Trump, his two eldest sons and his family business sued the Internal Revenue Service and the U.S. Treasury Department over alleged leaks of their confidential tax information.


Trump Sues IRS, Treasury Dept Over Alleged Tax Return Leaks

President Donald Trump confirmed a "massive armada" of powerful U.S. warships is heading to Iran to pressure Tehran on nuclear talks, stating "hopefully we won’t have to use it" during remarks at a Melania Trump documentary premiere.



Trump: 'Very Big, Powerful Ships' Head to Iran, Hope We Won't Use Them 

The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier group reached the Arabian Sea on January 27, 2026, amplifying Trump's warnings of strikes "far worse" than 2025's if no nuclear deal materializes. Iran inducted 1,000 new drones and positioned forces, with FM Araghchi stating any aggression meets "immediate, powerful response."

Diplomatic Race to Stop U.S.-Iran Clash: Trump Hopes No Strikes Needed

U.S. negotiators report progress on a Gaza peace deal as the second phase of the ceasefire plan advances, though Hamas denies disarmament claims while President Trump predicts they will comply.



Trump: Hamas Will Disarm as Gaza Ceasefire Phase 2 Advances

Frontline footage shows Russian forces advancing aggressively across Donetsk and eastern Ukraine. Heavy thermobaric rockets from the TOS-1A rain destruction on defensive positions. Ukraine struggles to hold lines amid fierce combat and infrastructure strikes.  The bodies of 1,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been returned by Russia, Kyiv has said, in the latest exchange between the warring countries. Russia received 38 bodies in return.


Russia-Ukraine War: Russia Deploys TOS-2 Thermobaric Weapon In Fierce Ukraine Battle 

Gold prices have surged to record levels, nearing $5,600 an ounce, as rising tensions between the United States and Iran unsettle global markets. U.S. President Donald Trump’s warnings to Tehran, coupled with growing expectations of interest rate cuts and a weakening dollar, have triggered a global rush toward safe-haven assets.
In this report, we try to understand why investors are turning to gold, how U.S. monetary policy and leadership changes at the Federal Reserve are influencing markets, and what escalating geopolitical risks mean for the global economy. Can gold really reach $6,000 soon?

Will Gold Hit $6,000 Soon? Bullion Skyrockets as Trump Sabre Rattles Over Iran

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted "decent progress" with Venezuela's interim leader Rodríguez, while opposition figure María Corina Machado branded the prior Maduro regime "criminals" amid stabilization efforts post-abduction.


Venezuela's Army and Police Pledge Loyalty to Interim Leader Delcy Rodriguez

Iran’s Supreme Leader is reportedly activating contingency plans in case of a U.S. military attack, as reports suggest Donald Trump favors regime change in Iran. But dismantling Iran’s power structure — rooted in decades of ideology, institutions, and loyal security forces — is far more complex than it appears.

Why Removing Iran’s Supreme Leader Won’t Be Easy | U.S. Regime Change Debate

US-Venezuela tensions: Marco Rubio rules out further military action in Venezuela

Russia-Ukraine peace talks regain momentum as Moscow renews its invitation for Zelensky to meet Putin directly in the capital, with Kremlin safety guarantees amid ongoing trilateral diplomacy.


Ukraine Peace Talks: Moscow Invites Zelensky To Meet Putin 

Dollar's Decline Boosting Crypto 'Playbook'

Fed Chair Jerome Powell held interest rates steady at 3.50%-3.75%, defying President Trump's pressure for cuts amid persistent inflation fueled by new tariffs. The decision signals caution as price pressures linger, delaying anticipated rate relief.



Powell Snubs Trump: Fed Pauses Rates Amid Tariff Surge

Trump's renewed Greenland push has EU leaders doubting US reliability, with Macron slamming any sale as off-limits amid tariff threats and NATO talks.



EU Alarms Rise Over Trump's Unpredictable Gambit

President Trump has escalated warnings about midterm elections, doubling down on fears that a Democratic victory would unleash "very bad things" like policy reversals and national security risks. 


Trump's Dire Midterm Warning: 'Very Bad Things' Ahead

Trump's aggressive push for Greenland has deepened transatlantic rifts, with EU leaders questioning US reliability and Macron firmly rejecting any sale. Tariff threats and NATO framework talks underscore tensions over Arctic resources amid Russian and Chinese ambitions.


Trump's Greenland Play Rattles EU Reliability Trust

The war in Ukraine has taken a dark and deadly turn. A Russian drone strike has hit a passenger train in a direct act of terror. With total casualties for the war now projected to hit 2 million by spring, the conflict has reached a point of no return. We break down the latest strikes on Kyiv, Odesa and Kharkiv. This comes as talks continue.
Kremlin says that a meeting of delegations from Russia, Ukraine, and the USA is scheduled for February 1 in Abu Dhabi.

Ukraine War Crosses Another Dangerous Red Line, 2 Million Casualties in Russia-Ukraine War

US President Donald Trump warned of “very bad things” if Democrats win the midterm elections, delivering his first midterm campaign speech of the year in Iowa. Trump urged supporters to defy historical trends and protect Republican majorities in Congress.


Trump Warns of 'Very Bad Things' if Republicans Lose the US Midterm Elections

The United States has issued a stark warning to Canada that it may increase air operations in Canadian airspace amid rising tension over Canada’s review of its multibillion‑dollar F‑35 fighter jet deal. U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra said that if Ottawa scales back its purchase of F‑35 aircraft, the U.S. may fill capability gaps by expanding its own fighter patrols under the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).


US Could Expand Air Patrols Over Canada 

President Trump has sent his border czar Tom Homan to Minneapolis amid growing outrage and protests after two U.S. citizens were fatally shot by federal immigration agents.


Minneapolis Shooting: Minneapolis On The Boil After Fatal Shootings Of Two Citizens

The market reaction to president Trump's recent tariff threats suggests the impact of his trade rhetoric is losing its bite.


Trump Tariffs: Financial Markets Mostly Shrug Off Trump's Latest Warnings

President Trump intervened bluntly in Iraq's PM race, threatening to terminate U.S. assistance if Nouri al-Maliki-nominated by Shiite bloc and seen as Iran ally-takes power, blaming his prior term for poverty and chaos.


Trump: No U.S. Aid if Maliki Returns as Iraq PM 

Civil rights attorneys filed a federal lawsuit against the United States government on Tuesday on behalf of the families of two men from a small fishing village in Trinidad who were killed in a US military airstrike on a small boat in the Caribbean Sea on 14 October.

Families of Two Men Killed in Trump’s Military Boat Strikes Sue US Government

As U.S. allies face uncertainty in trade and security under the Trump administration, India and China are emerging as key new avenues for Western countries seeking alternatives. Shifts in geopolitical alignments are prompting global markets and policymakers to reassess trade partnerships, supply chains, and economic strategies. This video explores how India and China are positioning themselves as vital partners in the evolving global trade landscape.

India, China Emerge as Trade Alternatives as Trump Strains Western Ties

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