The United States has issued an advisory on Friday (Mar 7), warning its citizens against travel to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, provinces in Pakistan. The travel advisory also cautioned on travel to the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict.&nbsp;
The advisory read, &ldquo;Reconsider travel to Pakistan due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk.&rdquo;
It cautions US citizens travelling to &ldquo;Balochistan Province and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Province, which include the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), due to terrorism.&rdquo; It also warns people against travelling to the immediate vicinity of the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control.
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&ldquo;Violent extremist groups continue to plot attacks in Pakistan. Terrorist attacks are frequent in Balochistan province and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which include the former FATA. Large-scale terrorist attacks have resulted in numerous casualties, and small-scale attacks are frequent,&rdquo; the advisory read.
&ldquo;Terrorism and ongoing violence by extremist elements have led to indiscriminate attacks on civilians, as well as local military and police targets. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, military installations, airports, universities, tourist attractions, schools, hospitals, places of worship, and government facilities. Terrorists have targeted US diplomats and diplomatic facilities in the past,&rdquo; it added.
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<h2>Advisory warns of terrorism in region</h2>
The advisory issued by the government classified Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including the former FATA, and vicinity of the Line of Control as &ldquo;Level 4: Do Not Travel&rdquo;.
&ldquo;Extremist groups, including an active separatist movement, have conducted deadly terrorist attacks against civilians, religious minorities, government offices, and security forces,&rdquo; it warned about the Balochistan Province, where terrorist attacks are frequent.
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It also warned of &ldquo;active terrorist and insurgent groups routinely conduct attacks against civilians, non-governmental organizations, government offices, and security forces,&rdquo; which have targeted both government officials and civilians in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province.
The government also cautioned of militant groups that are known to operate in the vicinity of the Line of Control, where both India and Pakistan maintain a strong military presence on their respective sides.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The advisory read, “Reconsider travel to Pakistan due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk.”

The United States has issued an advisory on Friday (Mar 7), warning its citizens against travel to Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, provinces in Pakistan. The travel advisory also cautioned on travel to the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict. The advisory read, “Reconsider travel to Pakistan due to terrorism and the potential for armed conflict. Some areas have increased risk.” It cautions US citizens travelling to “Balochistan Province and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) Province, which include the former Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA), due to terrorism.” It also warns people against travelling to the immediate vicinity of the India-Pakistan border and the Line of Control. Also read | US-Iran nuclear talks: 'They aim at domination': Khamenei rejects US proposal “Violent extremist groups continue to plot attacks in Pakistan. Terrorist attacks are frequent in Balochistan province and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, which include the former FATA. Large-scale terrorist attacks have resulted in numerous casualties, and small-scale attacks are frequent,” the advisory read. “Terrorism and ongoing violence by extremist elements have led to indiscriminate attacks on civilians, as well as local military and police targets. Terrorists may attack with little or no warning, targeting transportation hubs, markets, shopping malls, military installations, airports, universities, tourist attractions, schools, hospitals, places of worship, and government facilities. Terrorists have targeted US diplomats and diplomatic facilities in the past,” it added. Also read | Another Hindu temple vandalised in US with anti-India graffiti ahead of 'Khalistani referendum' Advisory warns of terrorism in region The advisory issued by the government classified Balochistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, including the former FATA, and vicinity of the Line of Control as “Level 4: Do Not Travel”. “Extremist groups, including an active separatist movement, have conducted deadly terrorist attacks against civilians, religious minorities, government offices, and security forces,” it warned about the Balochistan Province, where terrorist attacks are frequent. Also read | WhatsApp admin killed for removing member from group in Pakistan It also warned of “active terrorist and insurgent groups routinely conduct attacks against civilians, non-governmental organizations, government offices, and security forces,” which have targeted both government officials and civilians in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province. The government also cautioned of militant groups that are known to operate in the vicinity of the Line of Control, where both India and Pakistan maintain a strong military presence on their respective sides. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Do not travel’: US warns citizens against travelling to Pakistan’s key areas over ‘increased risk’

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (March 8) thanked US President Donald Trump for supporting Israel against Hamas.&nbsp;
This comes after Palestinian militant group Hamas said that they held direct talks with a US envoy on freeing hostages held in Gaza. While Israel said that they were unaware of progress in talks.&nbsp;
However, on Saturday, Israeli PM Netanyahu took to X, saying in a post, "Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists."&nbsp;
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Netanyahu, in his thank-you post to Trump, reshared a post by Trump in which he again warned Hamas that if it doesn't free the hostages it is holding in Gaza, "there will be hell to pay later".&nbsp;
Trump also shared photos of his White House meeting with eight released Israeli hostages.
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On Friday, Israel Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Netanyahu's top confidant "lashed out" at US hostage envoy Adam Boehler after Israel learned that Trump aide held a meeting with a senior Hamas delegation to discuss the release of American hostages from Gaza.
Trump aide held an unprecedented meeting in Doha with a senior Hamas delegation led by Khalil al-Hayya to discuss the potential release of American hostages from Gaza, a Western official told The Times of Israel.
Dermer lashed out at Boehler, during a phone call held on Tuesday, for discussing the number of Palestinian prisoners Israel would release in exchange for the five American hostages without Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's consent, the official said.
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Israeli PM Netanyahu took to X, "Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists."

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday (March 8) thanked US President Donald Trump for supporting Israel against Hamas. This comes after Palestinian militant group Hamas said that they held direct talks with a US envoy on freeing hostages held in Gaza. While Israel said that they were unaware of progress in talks. However, on Saturday, Israeli PM Netanyahu took to X, saying in a post, "Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists." Also read: Over 50 freed Israeli hostages urge Netanyahu to implement Gaza deal ‘in full’ Thank you President Trump for once again boldly supporting Israel in our just war against the monstrous Hamas terrorists. https://t.co/n49QOk3zsH — Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) March 8, 2025 Netanyahu, in his thank-you post to Trump, reshared a post by Trump in which he again warned Hamas that if it doesn't free the hostages it is holding in Gaza, "there will be hell to pay later". Trump also shared photos of his White House meeting with eight released Israeli hostages. Also read: Netanyahu's key confidant 'lashed out' at US envoy for holding 'direct talks' with Hamas On Friday, Israel Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer and Netanyahu's top confidant "lashed out" at US hostage envoy Adam Boehler after Israel learned that Trump aide held a meeting with a senior Hamas delegation to discuss the release of American hostages from Gaza. Trump aide held an unprecedented meeting in Doha with a senior Hamas delegation led by Khalil al-Hayya to discuss the potential release of American hostages from Gaza, a Western official told The Times of Israel. Dermer lashed out at Boehler, during a phone call held on Tuesday, for discussing the number of Palestinian prisoners Israel would release in exchange for the five American hostages without Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's consent, the official said. Also read: Trump says direct talks with Hamas helping Israel: 'We’re talking about Israeli hostages' (With inputs from agencies)

Netanyahu thanks Trump for backing Israel against ‘monstrous’ Hamas after US prez warns ‘hell to pay’

Hours after the US media reported about some heated exchange between&nbsp;Elon Musk and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump denied the reports of a clash between his two Cabinet members.&nbsp;
When asked about the clash, Trump took a jab, calling the reporter a "troublemaker" for asking this question.&nbsp;
The US president was accompanied by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the briefing, when he denied the reports of Musk and Rubio getting into a clash, saying that they got "along fantastically well", adding that there was no clash during the meeting.
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When asked about the tensions between the two, Trump said, "No clash. I was there. You're just a troublemaker."
"And you're not supposed to be asking that question because we're talking about the World Cup. Elon gets along great with Marco, and they're both doing a fantastic job. There is no clash."
Following this, Trump asked the reporter who he was affiliated with, "Who are you with?" The reporter replied that he was with NBS, to which Trump snarked, "No wonder."
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Another reporter asked, "Sir, just on the Cabinet meeting, you said Musk will play an advisory role.&rdquo;
Trump was quick to respond, saying, &ldquo;We're talking about FIFA. Thank you very much.&rdquo;
He further reiterated his support for both Musk and Rubio, calling them "great guys".
"And by the way, they both get along fantastically well. Marco has done unbelievably as Secretary of State, and Elon is a very unique guy. He's done a fantastic job," he added.&nbsp;
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As per a report by the New York Times, Musk argued with Rubio and separately with transportation secretary Sean Duffy during a cabinet meeting in the presence of Trump on Thursday (March 6).&nbsp;
According to The Times, Musk accused Rubio of failing to slash his staff, saying, "You have fired nobody."&nbsp;
Rubio reacted strongly, pointing out that over 1,500 State Department officials had taken early retirement in buyouts, which should be counted as layoffs.
Meanwhile, Musk was called a "liar" by a top diplomat in Trump's cabinet, Sean Duffy, the department of transport secretary. Duffy accused the DOGE chief of firing people who should not have been laid off&mdash;a claim that Musk denied.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Hours after the US media reported about some heated exchange between Elon Musk and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio's clash during a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump denied the reports.

Hours after the US media reported about some heated exchange between Elon Musk and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a cabinet meeting, US President Donald Trump denied the reports of a clash between his two Cabinet members. When asked about the clash, Trump took a jab, calling the reporter a "troublemaker" for asking this question. The US president was accompanied by FIFA President Gianni Infantino during the briefing, when he denied the reports of Musk and Rubio getting into a clash, saying that they got "along fantastically well", adding that there was no clash during the meeting. Also read: Musk 'clashed' with Rubio, was called 'liar' in cabinet meeting, Trump denies claim When asked about the tensions between the two, Trump said, "No clash. I was there. You're just a troublemaker." "And you're not supposed to be asking that question because we're talking about the World Cup. Elon gets along great with Marco, and they're both doing a fantastic job. There is no clash." Following this, Trump asked the reporter who he was affiliated with, "Who are you with?" The reporter replied that he was with NBS, to which Trump snarked, "No wonder." Also read: Trump takes playful jibe at Marco Rubio, says 'we know who to blame if anything goes wrong' Another reporter asked, "Sir, just on the Cabinet meeting, you said Musk will play an advisory role.” Trump was quick to respond, saying, “We're talking about FIFA. Thank you very much.” He further reiterated his support for both Musk and Rubio, calling them "great guys". "And by the way, they both get along fantastically well. Marco has done unbelievably as Secretary of State, and Elon is a very unique guy. He's done a fantastic job," he added. Also read: French senator paints grim picture of US under Trump, calls him 'dictator' and Musk a 'jester high on ketamine' As per a report by the New York Times, Musk argued with Rubio and separately with transportation secretary Sean Duffy during a cabinet meeting in the presence of Trump on Thursday (March 6). According to The Times, Musk accused Rubio of failing to slash his staff, saying, "You have fired nobody." Rubio reacted strongly, pointing out that over 1,500 State Department officials had taken early retirement in buyouts, which should be counted as layoffs. Meanwhile, Musk was called a "liar" by a top diplomat in Trump's cabinet, Sean Duffy, the department of transport secretary. Duffy accused the DOGE chief of firing people who should not have been laid off—a claim that Musk denied. Also read: Reining in? Trump defends DOGE but says dept heads control firings, not Musk (With inputs from agencies)

‘You’re the troublemaker’: Trump snarks at reporter for asking question about Musk-Rubio clash

As the US announced to pause intelligence sharing with Ukraine, two anonymous defence officials said that the US still continues to share some intelligence with Kyiv to assist with defence operations, but not for attacks on Russian troops, CNN reported.&nbsp;
The US aims to avoid being seen as directly providing support for strikes on Russia, the sources told CNN.&nbsp;
However, Washington is not withholding information that could enhance Ukraine's defensive capabilities.&nbsp;
Moreover, this move to cut intelligence sharing to Ukraine is part of the Trump administration's aim to pressure Kyiv into quick negotiations with Russia.
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Further, the sources confirmed that Starlink is also still operating in Ukraine as before. Notably, the Ukrainian military relies on Elon Musk's Starlink.
Owned by SpaceX, Starlink belongs to Trump's closest ally and billionaire Elon Musk.&nbsp;
The US on March 5 announced that it was placing limitations on intelligence sharing with Ukraine. This comes after Trump ordered to cut military aid for Ukraine.&nbsp;
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<h2>How important is US intel for Ukraine?</h2>
If the US completely pauses intelligence support to Ukraine, it will seriously undermine the warring nation's ability to defend itself against Russia's aggression.&nbsp;
As the US shares intelligence with Ukraine, it helps its military to plan its attacks and operations and get timely warnings against incoming Russian air strikes and group assaults.&nbsp;
Roman Kostenko, secretary of Ukraine's Parliamentary Committee on National Security, Defence, and Intelligence, said the absence of "vital" US intelligence puts the lives of Ukrainian troops and civilians "under greater danger."
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"Can we [still] strike the enemy without external intelligence? Yes, of course. For example, we can strike stationary targets --such as a distant airfield -- that we already know about," said Kostenko, a former military commander.&nbsp;
"But [we rely on US intelligence] to see in real-time if aircraft are present there if they are preparing for takeoff to attack Ukraine."
Moreover, Ukraine also relies on US data to operate US-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and the US Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), among the most advanced artillery systems in the world.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: This move to cut intelligence sharing to Ukraine is part of the Trump administration's aim to pressure Kyiv into quick negotiations with Russia.

As the US announced to pause intelligence sharing with Ukraine, two anonymous defence officials said that the US still continues to share some intelligence with Kyiv to assist with defence operations, but not for attacks on Russian troops, CNN reported. The US aims to avoid being seen as directly providing support for strikes on Russia, the sources told CNN. However, Washington is not withholding information that could enhance Ukraine's defensive capabilities. Moreover, this move to cut intelligence sharing to Ukraine is part of the Trump administration's aim to pressure Kyiv into quick negotiations with Russia. Also read: Donald Trump says Putin did 'what anybody would do' after Russia's massive strike on Ukraine Further, the sources confirmed that Starlink is also still operating in Ukraine as before. Notably, the Ukrainian military relies on Elon Musk's Starlink. Owned by SpaceX, Starlink belongs to Trump's closest ally and billionaire Elon Musk. The US on March 5 announced that it was placing limitations on intelligence sharing with Ukraine. This comes after Trump ordered to cut military aid for Ukraine. Also read: 'More difficult to deal with Ukraine': Trump complains about Zelensky, says easier to deal with Russia How important is US intel for Ukraine? If the US completely pauses intelligence support to Ukraine, it will seriously undermine the warring nation's ability to defend itself against Russia's aggression. As the US shares intelligence with Ukraine, it helps its military to plan its attacks and operations and get timely warnings against incoming Russian air strikes and group assaults. Roman Kostenko, secretary of Ukraine's Parliamentary Committee on National Security, Defence, and Intelligence, said the absence of "vital" US intelligence puts the lives of Ukrainian troops and civilians "under greater danger." Also read: Ukraine's battlefield losses rise as Trump pulls Kyiv's access to US intelligence and satellite imagery "Can we [still] strike the enemy without external intelligence? Yes, of course. For example, we can strike stationary targets --such as a distant airfield -- that we already know about," said Kostenko, a former military commander. "But [we rely on US intelligence] to see in real-time if aircraft are present there if they are preparing for takeoff to attack Ukraine." Moreover, Ukraine also relies on US data to operate US-supplied High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems (HIMARS) and the US Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), among the most advanced artillery systems in the world. Also read: After military aid, US halts intelligence support to Ukraine (With inputs from agencies)

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US President Donald Trump speaks from the Oval Office

US President Donald Trump while giving remarks in the Oval Office on Friday (March 7) said that it is "more difficult" to deal with Ukraine than with Russia.&nbsp;
As the US president renews his criticism of Kyiv's approach to his diplomatic push to end the war. He stressed that it is difficult to deal with Ukraine, adding that "they don't have the cards."
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m finding it more difficult, frankly, to deal with Ukraine, and they don&rsquo;t have the cards,&rdquo; Trump said in the Oval Office.
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For past weeks, he has been stressing that Ukraine's position in the conflict is weak and dependent on US support.&nbsp;
He further reiterated threatening Russia with sanctions and tariffs for attacking Ukraine, and "trying to help Kyiv".&nbsp;
&ldquo;Ukraine has to get on the ball and get a job done,&rdquo; he told reporters.
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Right before the Oval Office remarks, Trump took to Truth Social and warned of large-scale sanctions and tariffs on Russia until a ceasefire and peace agreement is reached with Ukraine.
He said that Russia is "absolutely pounding" Ukraine on the battlefield right now.
"To Russia and Ukraine, get to the table right now, before it is too late. Thank you!!!" Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social.
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Last month, Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky got into a fiery conversation at the White House, which further strained US-Ukraine relationship.&nbsp;
Zelensky was in the US to sign the crucial minerals deal and hold talks with Trump on Russia-Ukraine war. However, it did not turn out well and they both did not sign the deal.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)
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World: He further noted his earlier statement threatening Russia with sanctions and tariffs for attacking on Ukraine, stressing that he is "trying to help Kyiv".

US President Donald Trump while giving remarks in the Oval Office on Friday (March 7) said that it is "more difficult" to deal with Ukraine than with Russia. As the US president renews his criticism of Kyiv's approach to his diplomatic push to end the war. He stressed that it is difficult to deal with Ukraine, adding that "they don't have the cards." “I’m finding it more difficult, frankly, to deal with Ukraine, and they don’t have the cards,” Trump said in the Oval Office. Also read: 'Get to table right now': Trump warns of sanctions, tariffs on Russia 'until ceasefire is reached' with Ukraine For past weeks, he has been stressing that Ukraine's position in the conflict is weak and dependent on US support. He further reiterated threatening Russia with sanctions and tariffs for attacking Ukraine, and "trying to help Kyiv". “Ukraine has to get on the ball and get a job done,” he told reporters. Also read: Russia launches massive missile and drone attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure amid ceasefire talks Right before the Oval Office remarks, Trump took to Truth Social and warned of large-scale sanctions and tariffs on Russia until a ceasefire and peace agreement is reached with Ukraine. He said that Russia is "absolutely pounding" Ukraine on the battlefield right now. "To Russia and Ukraine, get to the table right now, before it is too late. Thank you!!!" Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social. Also read: Russia-Ukraine ceasefire breakthrough? Putin open to truce, but only if he gets his way Last month, Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky got into a fiery conversation at the White House, which further strained US-Ukraine relationship. Zelensky was in the US to sign the crucial minerals deal and hold talks with Trump on Russia-Ukraine war. However, it did not turn out well and they both did not sign the deal. Also read: Zelensky's approval rating surges to 68 per cent after showdown with Trump (With inputs from agencies)

'More difficult to deal with Ukraine': Trump complains about Zelensky, says easier to deal with Russia

The American president, Donald Trump, has said that he wants to come to a nuclear deal with Iran. He also claims that he has written to the Iranian leadership for negotiations, but there has been no reply from Tehran. While Iran's position may have weakened, there can be no denying that Donald Trump's statement comes across more as a warning than a fact.

US President Donald Trump seeks nuclear deal with Iran, sends letter to Iranian leader

US President Donald Trump told his Cabinet members on Thursday that they are in charge of staff reductions, not Elon Musk. He also added that he wants his Cabinet secretaries to take the lead in efforts to scale back the federal workforce.

Trump says Musk not in charge of job cuts

US President Donald Trump on Friday (March 7) stressed that South Africa is being "terrible" to farmers in their country, adding that South African farmers are invited into the US.&nbsp;
Trump in a bold statement on Truth Social, announced to stop all federal funding to South Africa, stressing that they are "confiscating their land and farms and MUCH WORSE THAN THAT".&nbsp;
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"South Africa is being terrible, plus, to long time Farmers in the country," he posted.&nbsp;
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"A bad place to be right now, and we are stopping all Federal Funding," Trump added.
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<h2>Farmers with their family to get citizenship&nbsp;</h2>
The US president said that any farmer, who is willing to come to the US with their family, will be invited to the US "with a rapid pathway to Citizenship."
"This process will begin immediately!," he stressed.&nbsp;
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US President Trump has been raising concerns to protect South Africa's White farmers. This comes as South Africa has a contentious law that allows their government to expropriate land &ndash; without compensation in some cases.&nbsp;
This has triggered aid cuts by the US and outbursts from Trump.&nbsp;
Notably, South Africa is the largest beneficiary of the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA), a US trade agreement that provides preferential duty-free access to US markets for eligible Sub-Saharan African nations.
Moreover, some of the US lawmakers want those benefits withdrawn during AGOA's review this year.
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<h2>'No starlink because...'</h2>
Trump's closest ally and billionaire Elon Musk on Friday took to X and claimed that Starlink is not allowed to operate in South Africa because he is "not black".&nbsp;
Musk's post was in response to another post that cited South African businessman and right-wing political campaigner Rob Hersov who told a podcast that South Africa was "on the edge of a socialist abyss."&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Trump announced to stop all federal funding to South Africa, stressing that they are "confiscating their land and farms and MUCH WORSE THAN THAT".

US President Donald Trump on Friday (March 7) stressed that South Africa is being "terrible" to farmers in their country, adding that South African farmers are invited into the US. Trump in a bold statement on Truth Social, announced to stop all federal funding to South Africa, stressing that they are "confiscating their land and farms and MUCH WORSE THAN THAT". "South Africa is being terrible, plus, to long time Farmers in the country," he posted. Also read: 'Alarming': Trump wanted 'original' US Declaration of Independence as Oval Office decoration. What is it? "A bad place to be right now, and we are stopping all Federal Funding," Trump added. Farmers with their family to get citizenship The US president said that any farmer, who is willing to come to the US with their family, will be invited to the US "with a rapid pathway to Citizenship." "This process will begin immediately!," he stressed. Also read: Donald Trump, who once said 'grab em by p**sy', is in Nobel Peace race with feminist icon Gisele Pelicot US President Trump has been raising concerns to protect South Africa's White farmers. This comes as South Africa has a contentious law that allows their government to expropriate land – without compensation in some cases. This has triggered aid cuts by the US and outbursts from Trump. Notably, South Africa is the largest beneficiary of the African Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA), a US trade agreement that provides preferential duty-free access to US markets for eligible Sub-Saharan African nations. Moreover, some of the US lawmakers want those benefits withdrawn during AGOA's review this year. Also read: Trump calls Sunita Williams 'woman with wild hair', hopes she and Butch Wilmore 'love each other' 'No starlink because...' Trump's closest ally and billionaire Elon Musk on Friday took to X and claimed that Starlink is not allowed to operate in South Africa because he is "not black". Musk's post was in response to another post that cited South African businessman and right-wing political campaigner Rob Hersov who told a podcast that South Africa was "on the edge of a socialist abyss." Also read: 'Greatest era in US history': Trump shares cinematic compilation of his 45 days in office (With inputs from agencies)

Trump halts all federal funding to 'terrible' South Africa; invites farmers to US, assures 'rapid citizenship'

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi said that China will retaliate against the United States tariffs and accused Washington of "meeting good with evil". Watch this report for more details!

China FM Wang Yi warns US against imposing tariffs 'without reason'

The United States has officially withdrawn from the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP), a global climate financing initiative designed to assist developing nations in transitioning from coal-dependent energy systems to renewable sources.

US withdraws from Just Energy Transition Partnership

US President Donald Trump on Thursday signed executive orders to delay some tariffs imposed against Mexico and Canada till April 2. Watch this report for more details!

US President Donald Trump delays some tariffs on Canada, Mexico

Following the Oval Office spat with US President Donald Trump, the approval rating of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as risen to 68 per cent, according to a survey by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS).&nbsp;
However, in early February, KIIS data had depicted that 57 per cent of Ukrainians trusted Zelensky, while 37 per cent did not, which made the trust-distrust point spread of +20 per cent.&nbsp;
But, from February 14 to March 4, the level of trust amongst Ukrainians increased to 67 per cent, while distrust fell to 29 per cent, hence, improving the balance to +38 per cent.&nbsp;
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Notably, the fiery conversation between Trump and Zelensky happened on Feb 28 when the Ukrainian president paid a visit to the US to sign the crucial minerals deal and hold a meeting with the US president about peace talks with Russia.&nbsp;
Later, between February 14 and 28, trust in Zelensky surpassed the levels recorded on Feb 4-9 and by March 1-4, his approval rating surged to 67 per cent.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;At least for now, we are witnessing a process of national unity in response to new challenges facing Ukraine. The rise in trust for the President in recent weeks (after a steady decline from the start of the full-scale invasion until December 2024) indicates a &lsquo;rally around the flag&rsquo; effect,&rdquo; the KIIS report stated.
KIIS Deputy Director Anton Hrushetsky stressed that the primary reason for this unity and the increase in trust toward the President is not personal attacks on him.&nbsp;
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Instead, Ukrainians perceive the rhetoric of the new US administration led by Trump, as an attack on the entire nation and its people.&nbsp;
This survey by KIIS was conducted among 1029 respondents from Feb 14 to March 4.&nbsp;
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(With inputs from agencies)

World: Later, between February 14 and 28, trust in Zelensky surpassed the levels recorded on Feb 4-9 and by March 1-4, his approval rating surged to 68 per cent.

Following the Oval Office spat with US President Donald Trump, the approval rating of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as risen to 68 per cent, according to a survey by the Kyiv International Institute of Sociology (KIIS). However, in early February, KIIS data had depicted that 57 per cent of Ukrainians trusted Zelensky, while 37 per cent did not, which made the trust-distrust point spread of +20 per cent. But, from February 14 to March 4, the level of trust amongst Ukrainians increased to 67 per cent, while distrust fell to 29 per cent, hence, improving the balance to +38 per cent. Also read: Donald Trump breaks record with lowest approval ratings in US history Notably, the fiery conversation between Trump and Zelensky happened on Feb 28 when the Ukrainian president paid a visit to the US to sign the crucial minerals deal and hold a meeting with the US president about peace talks with Russia. Later, between February 14 and 28, trust in Zelensky surpassed the levels recorded on Feb 4-9 and by March 1-4, his approval rating surged to 67 per cent. Also read: ‘Unfortunate’: Zelensky slams Trump for living in ‘disinformation bubble’ after false claim on approval rating “At least for now, we are witnessing a process of national unity in response to new challenges facing Ukraine. The rise in trust for the President in recent weeks (after a steady decline from the start of the full-scale invasion until December 2024) indicates a ‘rally around the flag’ effect,” the KIIS report stated. KIIS Deputy Director Anton Hrushetsky stressed that the primary reason for this unity and the increase in trust toward the President is not personal attacks on him. Also read: Biden to end term with personal worst approval ratings, suggests poll Instead, Ukrainians perceive the rhetoric of the new US administration led by Trump, as an attack on the entire nation and its people. This survey by KIIS was conducted among 1029 respondents from Feb 14 to March 4. Also read: Trump's second term sees near-record-low approval rating, worse than any new president since WWII (With inputs from agencies)

Zelensky's approval rating surges to 68 per cent after showdown with Trump

The FBI arrested two active-duty US army soldiers and one former soldier for allegedly gathering sensitive military information and selling them to China. Watch this report for more details!

3 US army soldiers arrested for stealing and selling state secrets

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