Former US President Donald Trump has reignited criticism of India’s trade practices, calling the US-India relationship a “totally one-sided disaster.” In a Truth Social post on September 1, 2025, Trump claimed that India exports massive volumes of goods to the United States while blocking American companies through high tariffs.

He also revealed that India recently offered to cut tariffs “to nothing,” but dismissed the move as coming “too late.” Trump further highlighted India’s continued reliance on Russian oil, a point of contention with Washington.

These remarks come amid ongoing tensions over trade, sanctions, and geopolitical alignments between the two nations.

U.S' mixed messaging tactic | Partnership or pressure on Delhi?

Indian textile exporters are reeling from Washington’s decision to double tariffs on Indian goods, now reaching as high as 50 percent. Exporters call the move a shock, but also a turning point for India’s trade strategy.

Indian exporters ‘shocked’ by U.S. Tariff blow

Digital services taxes (DSTs) — once a technical fix for governments struggling to capture revenue from global tech giants — are back at the centre of a geopolitical storm. On August 26, 2025, US President Donald Trump warned that countries imposing such taxes could face tariffs and even restrictions on sensitive American exports, opening a new front in Washington’s long-running clash with foreign tax regimes.<h2>What are digital services taxes?</h2>DSTs are turnover-based levies, usually set at 1.5–6 per cent, imposed on the revenues large online companies earn from local users. They typically apply to online advertising, marketplace commissions, and the sale of user data. Governments argue these taxes close loopholes that allow digital firms to book profits abroad while drawing heavy revenues from local markets. The US has consistently opposed DSTs, calling them discriminatory because they mostly affect American firms such as Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple. Critics also warn that they risk double taxation until a multilateral deal under the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is finalised.<h2>Which countries have imposed DSTs?</h2>Over the past decade, dozens of countries have introduced or debated DSTs. In Europe, the United Kingdom currently levies a 2% DST, while France, Italy, Spain, and Austria have designed their own national versions. Turkey and India have also put DST-like levies in place, with India’s “equalisation levy” targeting digital advertising and platform services. Outside these hotspots, countries from Brazil to South Korea have considered their own measures. Canada backed away from implementing a DST in June 2025 after Washington applied pressure, showing how US threats can alter policy.<h2>Why Washington is threatening retaliation</h2>The US has a long history of pushing back against DSTs. During earlier Trump and Biden administrations, Washington launched Section 301 trade investigations into countries imposing these taxes, concluding they unfairly targeted American firms. While tariffs were drafted, they were suspended as OECD negotiations advanced. Trump’s latest warning marks an escalation. In addition to tariffs, he raised the prospect of export controls on US technology — an unusually aggressive tool in disputes traditionally confined to tax and trade.<h2>Which countries are most at risk?</h2>If the US follows through, the countries most exposed include:United Kingdom still applies a 2% DST and was explicitly mentioned in reporting on Trump’s commentsFrance, Italy, Spain, and Austria – all have had DSTs under US investigationTurkey and India – both continue to impose their own digital leviesBrazil and South Korea have discussed DSTs and were flagged in US trade circles<h2>What’s next?</h2>The future of DSTs is tied closely to the OECD’s “two-pillar” tax framework, which aims to reallocate taxing rights and set a global minimum tax. Some governments see their DSTs as temporary measures until the OECD deal takes effect; others keep them as leverage. For Washington, however, unilateral digital taxes remain red lines. The US stance has already forced Canada to retreat. Whether European powers and India will do the same — or dig in for a transatlantic showdown — may depend on how far Trump is willing to go in weaponising tariffs against allies.

Trump threatens tariffs over digital services taxes: Which countries are at risk? What it means for India?

Digital services taxes (DSTs) — once a technical fix for governments struggling to capture revenue from global tech giants — are back at the centre of a geopolitical storm. On August 26, 2025, US President Donald Trump warned that countries imposing such taxes could face tariffs and even restrictions on sensitive American exports, opening a new front in Washington’s long-running clash with foreign tax regimes. What are digital services taxes? DSTs are turnover-based levies, usually set at 1.5–6 per cent, imposed on the revenues large online companies earn from local users. They typically apply to online advertising, marketplace commissions, and the sale of user data. Governments argue these taxes close loopholes that allow digital firms to book profits abroad while drawing heavy revenues from local markets. The US has consistently opposed DSTs, calling them discriminatory because they mostly affect American firms such as Google, Amazon, Facebook, and Apple. Critics also warn that they risk double taxation until a multilateral deal under the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is finalised. Which countries have imposed DSTs? Over the past decade, dozens of countries have introduced or debated DSTs. In Europe, the United Kingdom currently levies a 2% DST, while France, Italy, Spain, and Austria have designed their own national versions. Turkey and India have also put DST-like levies in place, with India’s “equalisation levy” targeting digital advertising and platform services. Outside these hotspots, countries from Brazil to South Korea have considered their own measures. Canada backed away from implementing a DST in June 2025 after Washington applied pressure, showing how US threats can alter policy. Why Washington is threatening retaliation The US has a long history of pushing back against DSTs. During earlier Trump and Biden administrations, Washington launched Section 301 trade investigations into countries imposing these taxes, concluding they unfairly targeted American firms. While tariffs were drafted, they were suspended as OECD negotiations advanced. Trump’s latest warning marks an escalation. In addition to tariffs, he raised the prospect of export controls on US technology — an unusually aggressive tool in disputes traditionally confined to tax and trade. Which countries are most at risk? If the US follows through, the countries most exposed include: United Kingdom still applies a 2% DST and was explicitly mentioned in reporting on Trump’s comments France, Italy, Spain, and Austria – all have had DSTs under US investigation Turkey and India – both continue to impose their own digital levies Brazil and South Korea have discussed DSTs and were flagged in US trade circles What’s next? The future of DSTs is tied closely to the OECD’s “two-pillar” tax framework, which aims to reallocate taxing rights and set a global minimum tax. Some governments see their DSTs as temporary measures until the OECD deal takes effect; others keep them as leverage. For Washington, however, unilateral digital taxes remain red lines. The US stance has already forced Canada to retreat. Whether European powers and India will do the same — or dig in for a transatlantic showdown — may depend on how far Trump is willing to go in weaponising tariffs against allies.

These taxes are commonly applied to online advertising, marketplace commissions, and the sale of user data. Governments argue that they help close loopholes that let digital companies record profits in other countries, even though they generate significant revenue from local markets

France Confronts US: France has summoned U.S. Ambassador Charles Kushner over allegations of antisemitism, escalating diplomatic tensions between Paris and Washington.

Kushner's letter to Macron: France summons US envoy over ‘unacceptable’ antisemitism letter

Washington D.C. protests Trump's federal takeover of capital's law  & order

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 18) told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Washington would back Ukraine's security in a deal to end the war with Russia. But, the question is would Kyiv be pushed to concede territory?. The pledge came during a high-stakes White House summit with Zelensky and a group of European leaders, just days after Trump's private meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The talks carried extra weight because only months earlier, Trump and Vice President JD Vance had publicly rebuked Zelensky in the Oval Office. In recent days, Trump has insisted that Ukraine would have to agree to land concessions or a swap to achieve peace. But was this a part of the Trump-Zelensky-EU leaders' Washington meeting? All you need to know.<h2>Was a land swap discussed during the Washington meet?</h2>French President Emmanuel Macron, who was part of the Washington meeting between Trump, Zelensky and the EU leaders, told reporters that the White House did not raise the prospect of Kyiv surrendering territory to Moscow. Asked by reporters if Trump had said that concessions were necessary before any US security guarantees to Ukraine, Macron said, "No, that wasn't discussed at all. We're well away from that."Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has compared Moscow's demand that Kyiv surrender Donbass to Washington being told to hand over Florida. Insisting Ukraine should not be forced to give up land, Merz after talks at the White House, told reporters, "The Russian demand that Kyiv give up the free parts of Donbass corresponds, to put it bluntly, to a proposal for the United States to have to give up Florida".<h2>Trump's land-swap proposal</h2>Trump, in the past, has talked about land swaps, but neither Ukraine nor Russia has shown interest in ceding land to the other for peace. However, in recent weeks, Trump has taken to reiterating his suggestion that the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, which he claimed were nearing a breakthrough, could potentially include a "swapping of territories". On Friday (Aug 8), talking to reporters, he said, "I think we're getting very close," adding that the land he suggests be swapped has "been fought over for three and a half years".Subsequently, on Monday (Aug 11), he again insisted, "There'll be some land swapping going on". "I know that through Russia and through conversations with everybody, to the good of Ukraine," he said, adding that Russia had occupied some "very prime territory" but that "we're going to try to get some of that territory back".&nbsp;

Of late, US President Donald Trump has been saying Ukraine must concede land for peace. Did this come up during the Washington meeting between Trump, Zelensky, and EU leaders? All you need to know.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 18) told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that Washington would back Ukraine's security in a deal to end the war with Russia. But, the question is would Kyiv be pushed to concede territory?. The pledge came during a high-stakes White House summit with Zelensky and a group of European leaders, just days after Trump's private meeting with Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The talks carried extra weight because only months earlier, Trump and Vice President JD Vance had publicly rebuked Zelensky in the Oval Office. In recent days, Trump has insisted that Ukraine would have to agree to land concessions or a swap to achieve peace. But was this a part of the Trump-Zelensky-EU leaders' Washington meeting? All you need to know. Was a land swap discussed during the Washington meet? French President Emmanuel Macron, who was part of the Washington meeting between Trump, Zelensky and the EU leaders, told reporters that the White House did not raise the prospect of Kyiv surrendering territory to Moscow. Asked by reporters if Trump had said that concessions were necessary before any US security guarantees to Ukraine, Macron said, "No, that wasn't discussed at all. We're well away from that." Meanwhile, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has compared Moscow's demand that Kyiv surrender Donbass to Washington being told to hand over Florida. Insisting Ukraine should not be forced to give up land, Merz after talks at the White House, told reporters, "The Russian demand that Kyiv give up the free parts of Donbass corresponds, to put it bluntly, to a proposal for the United States to have to give up Florida". Trump's land-swap proposal Trump, in the past, has talked about land swaps, but neither Ukraine nor Russia has shown interest in ceding land to the other for peace. However, in recent weeks, Trump has taken to reiterating his suggestion that the negotiations between Russia and Ukraine, which he claimed were nearing a breakthrough, could potentially include a "swapping of territories". On Friday (Aug 8), talking to reporters, he said, "I think we're getting very close," adding that the land he suggests be swapped has "been fought over for three and a half years". Subsequently, on Monday (Aug 11), he again insisted, "There'll be some land swapping going on". "I know that through Russia and through conversations with everybody, to the good of Ukraine," he said, adding that Russia had occupied some "very prime territory" but that "we're going to try to get some of that territory back".

Of late, US President Donald Trump has been saying Ukraine must concede land for peace. Did this come up during the Washington meeting between Trump, Zelensky, and EU leaders? All you need to know.

Trump promises Zelensky security guarantees, but will Ukraine be forced into land concessions? Here's what was said during vital Washington meet

Donald Trump said Wednesday he will ask Congress for “long-term” control of Washington DC’s police and suggested other Democrat-led cities may follow suit after his use of National Guard troops and federal agents in the capital.

Trump Says He’ll Push for ‘Long-Term’ Extension of Washington Police Control

President Donald Trump on Monday declared a public safety emergency in Washington, D.C., and deployed National Guard troops in the US capital. Trump stressed that if needed, military intervention will be considered. He announced that the Washington, D.C. police department will be under federal control and the National Guard troops will be deployed. To substantiate his actions, Trump showed several charts and claimed that the crime rate in DC is worse than a number of cities across the world, including Baghdad, Brasília, Panama City, and Bogotá.“Our capital city has been overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals, roving mobs of wild youth, drugged out maniacs, and homeless people, and we’re not going to let it happen anymore.”However, Trump’s claims were both countered and fact-checked.&nbsp;&nbsp;Trump said that “the number of carjackings has more than tripled; murders in 2023 reached the highest rate—probably ever.” According to the nonpartisan Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ), the number of carjackings in DC did peak in June 2023, but they actually fell by 75% in June 2025 when compared to June 2023.&nbsp;The homicide cases also peaked in August 2023, but the figure fell by 65% compared to June 2025.Overall, the homicide rate in DC fell 19% in the first half of this year, compared to the similar period last year, according to CCJ.&nbsp;<h2>Fact-check does not approve Trump’s claims</h2>&nbsp;Even Trump’s favourite mainstream media channel, Fox News, did not approve of his claims. Its contributor Ted Williams, a criminal and civil trial attorney and former member of the Washington Metropolitan Police Department, issued a fact check and said crime is not out of control in the District of Columbia.&nbsp;“Yes, there is crime, and there will always be crime,” Williams said, and while identifying minors as perpetrators of robberies, added, “In any major metropolitan city you’re going to have, unfortunately, juveniles committing crimes.”Trump turned his attention toward Washington’s crime since 19-year-old DOGE staffer Edward Coristine, better known as “Big Balls,” was attacked a week ago by a couple of 15-year-olds who stole his iPhone.&nbsp;&nbsp;The homicide rate did rise in 2023 to around 40 per 100,000 residents, hitting the highest point in 20 years, according to FBI data. However, it wasn’t the highest rate ever recorded and, in fact, was significantly higher in the 1990s and in the early 2000s.&nbsp;<h2>DC attorney general ‘considering options’&nbsp;</h2>&nbsp;DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb said the Trump administration’s actions are “unprecedented, unnecessary, and unlawful” and said, “There is no crime emergency in the District of Columbia.”“Violent crime in DC reached historic 30-year lows last year, and is down another 26% so far this year.”“We are considering all of our options and will do what’s necessary to protect the rights and safety of District residents,” he added.&nbsp;&nbsp;<h2>What Washington, DC, crime statistics show</h2>&nbsp;President Trump made repeated references to rising crime in Washington, DC, but official crime statistics published by Washington’s Metropolitan Police show that violent offences fell between 2023 and 2024 and are continuing to fall according to preliminary data for 2025.&nbsp;The data for this year to date suggests that robbery numbers have fallen by more than a quarter and homicides by 12%, compared with the same time last year.&nbsp;Nationally, violent crime in the US fell 4.5% between 2023 and 2024, according to the latest FBI figures that include only crimes that are reported to the police.

The homicide rate did rise in 2023 to around 40 per 100,000 residents, hitting the highest point in 20 years, according to FBI data. However, it wasn’t the highest rate ever recorded and, in fact, was significantly higher in the 1990s and in the early 2000s.

President Donald Trump on Monday declared a public safety emergency in Washington, D.C., and deployed National Guard troops in the US capital. Trump stressed that if needed, military intervention will be considered. He announced that the Washington, D.C. police department will be under federal control and the National Guard troops will be deployed. To substantiate his actions, Trump showed several charts and claimed that the crime rate in DC is worse than a number of cities across the world, including Baghdad, Brasília, Panama City, and Bogotá. “Our capital city has been overtaken by violent gangs and bloodthirsty criminals, roving mobs of wild youth, drugged out maniacs, and homeless people, and we’re not going to let it happen anymore.” However, Trump’s claims were both countered and fact-checked. Trump said that “the number of carjackings has more than tripled; murders in 2023 reached the highest rate—probably ever.” According to the nonpartisan Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ), the number of carjackings in DC did peak in June 2023, but they actually fell by 75% in June 2025 when compared to June 2023. The homicide cases also peaked in August 2023, but the figure fell by 65% compared to June 2025. Overall, the homicide rate in DC fell 19% in the first half of this year, compared to the similar period last year, according to CCJ. Fact-check does not approve Trump’s claims Even Trump’s favourite mainstream media channel, Fox News, did not approve of his claims. Its contributor Ted Williams, a criminal and civil trial attorney and former member of the Washington Metropolitan Police Department, issued a fact check and said crime is not out of control in the District of Columbia. “Yes, there is crime, and there will always be crime,” Williams said, and while identifying minors as perpetrators of robberies, added, “In any major metropolitan city you’re going to have, unfortunately, juveniles committing crimes.” Trump turned his attention toward Washington’s crime since 19-year-old DOGE staffer Edward Coristine, better known as “Big Balls,” was attacked a week ago by a couple of 15-year-olds who stole his iPhone. The homicide rate did rise in 2023 to around 40 per 100,000 residents, hitting the highest point in 20 years, according to FBI data. However, it wasn’t the highest rate ever recorded and, in fact, was significantly higher in the 1990s and in the early 2000s. DC attorney general ‘considering options’ DC Attorney General Brian Schwalb said the Trump administration’s actions are “unprecedented, unnecessary, and unlawful” and said, “There is no crime emergency in the District of Columbia.” “Violent crime in DC reached historic 30-year lows last year, and is down another 26% so far this year.” “We are considering all of our options and will do what’s necessary to protect the rights and safety of District residents,” he added. What Washington, DC, crime statistics show President Trump made repeated references to rising crime in Washington, DC, but official crime statistics published by Washington’s Metropolitan Police show that violent offences fell between 2023 and 2024 and are continuing to fall according to preliminary data for 2025. The data for this year to date suggests that robbery numbers have fallen by more than a quarter and homicides by 12%, compared with the same time last year. Nationally, violent crime in the US fell 4.5% between 2023 and 2024, according to the latest FBI figures that include only crimes that are reported to the police.

The homicide rate did rise in 2023 to around 40 per 100,000 residents, hitting the highest point in 20 years, according to FBI data. However, it wasn’t the highest rate ever recorded and, in fact, was significantly higher in the 1990s and in the early 2000s.

Fact-check of Trump’s D.C. crime claims reveals dip in violent crime incidents

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Aug 10) demanded that Washington, DC's homeless population be removed from the capital "immediately". Calling for the US capital's homeless population to "move out IMMEDIATELY" or face eviction, he demanded that they must be relocated "far from the Capital." Trump also, once again, repeated his threat to deploy federal officers to tackle crime, despite city data showing violent crime is at its lowest point in more than 30 years.<h2>'Move out IMMEDIATELY'</h2>In a post on Truth Social on Sunday, Trump wrote, "The Homeless have to move out, IMMEDIATELY". Addressing the homeless population, he promised that his government "will give you places to stay, but FAR from the Capital". His post included four photos apparently taken from his motorcade as he travelled from the White House to his golf club in Virginia. The photos showed tents along a highway on-ramp just over a mile from the White House, a sleeping man on the steps of the American Institute of Pharmacy Building on Constitution Avenue, and some roadside litter on the E Street Expressway, near the Kennedy Centre. He also warned the criminals, saying, “you don’t have to move out. We’re going to put you in jail where you belong. It’s all going to happen very fast, just like the Border.”

Trump also used the post to promote a Monday (Aug 11) news conference that he claims "will, essentially, stop violent crime" without giving specifics. He has previously also claimed that the 10am press conference "will not only involve ending the Crime, Murder, and Death in our Nation’s Capital, but will also be about Cleanliness". The Free DC movement has planned a protest at the same time.<h2>Does Washington have a homelessness, crime epidemic?</h2>As per The Guardian, despite Trump's claims, the US has no homelessness or violent crime epidemic. Data from the Community Partnership, which works to prevent homelessness in Washington DC, shows that every night, the city of about 700,000 people has about 800 unsheltered residents, 3,275 in emergency shelters, and 1,065 in transitional housing.Trump's repeated claims that it might be necessary to federalise law enforcement also have no data backing them. Violent crime in 2024 is down 35 per cent from 2023 and down another 26 per cent so far this year, according to the Metropolitan Police Department. Mayor Muriel Bowser, in a conversation with MSNBC, insisted that the city was "not experiencing a crime spike". She said that they "have spent over the last two years driving down violent crime in this city, driving it down to a 30-year low.”She added that "Federal law enforcement is always on the street in DC, and we always work cooperatively with them." Trump has recently ordered a surge of federal officers into DC, ordering them to increase patrols, citing the assault case of DOGE whiz kid Edward Corstein aka 'Big Balls' which has already been handled by local police. He has also floated overturning the city's 1973 Home Rule Act to impose direct federal control, something the White House says lawyers are "studying" the possibility of legislation to overturn the law granting Washington DC self-rule.Watch | Ex‑DOGE staffer mugged in Washington DC&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/ex-doge-staffer-mugged-in-washington-dc-trump-and-musk-demand-federal-control-1754479761987/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/ex-doge-staffer-mugged-in-washington-dc-trump-and-musk-demand-federal-control-1754479761987/embed</a>&nbsp;

Donald Trump, in a Truth Social post, has demanded that Washington DC’s homeless must “immediately” move out of the US capital, repeating threats to deploy federal officers despite data showing crime at a 30-year low. 

US President Donald Trump on Sunday (Aug 10) demanded that Washington, DC's homeless population be removed from the capital "immediately". Calling for the US capital's homeless population to "move out IMMEDIATELY" or face eviction, he demanded that they must be relocated "far from the Capital." Trump also, once again, repeated his threat to deploy federal officers to tackle crime, despite city data showing violent crime is at its lowest point in more than 30 years. 'Move out IMMEDIATELY' In a post on Truth Social on Sunday, Trump wrote, "The Homeless have to move out, IMMEDIATELY". Addressing the homeless population, he promised that his government "will give you places to stay, but FAR from the Capital". His post included four photos apparently taken from his motorcade as he travelled from the White House to his golf club in Virginia. The photos showed tents along a highway on-ramp just over a mile from the White House, a sleeping man on the steps of the American Institute of Pharmacy Building on Constitution Avenue, and some roadside litter on the E Street Expressway, near the Kennedy Centre. He also warned the criminals, saying, “you don’t have to move out. We’re going to put you in jail where you belong. It’s all going to happen very fast, just like the Border.”

Donald Trump, in a Truth Social post, has demanded that Washington DC’s homeless must “immediately” move out of the US capital, repeating threats to deploy federal officers despite data showing crime at a 30-year low.&nbsp;

'There will be no MR NICE GUY': Trump orders homeless people to move out of Washington DC 'IMMEDIATELY,' threatens federal takeover again

A significant earthquake swarm was detected beneath Mount Rainier in Washington State, marking the most intense seismic activity in the area since 2009. Over 300 earthquakes have occurred since the early hours of Tuesday. But experts claim there is no need to panic yet. "Currently, there is no indication that the level of earthquake activity is cause for concern," the United States Geological Survey (USGS) explained, "Earthquakes are too small to be felt at the surface and will likely continue for several days. There would be no damage caused by such small events."&nbsp;There had been widespread scientific interest and public curiosity around the swarms of earthquakes. Swarms are cluster of earthquakes that happens in rapid succession, with less than a minute apart. The volcano had been active for a really long time; however, the most recent volcanic eruption was 500-600 years ago.&nbsp;“Right now, this swarm is still within what we consider normal background levels of activity at Mount Rainier,” said USGS, "Based on our observations, we think the most likely cause of the earthquakes is water moving around the crust above the magma chamber.""The volcano is not 'due' for an eruption, and we do not see any signs of a potential eruption at this time," assured USGS.<h2>Seismic Activity Overview</h2>The earthquake swarm began around 1:29 a.m. PDT on July 8 and continues as of the time of this report. The recorded tremor magnitude ranges from the lowest 1.0 to the highest 2.3, occurring at depths of 2 to 6 kilometres from the volcano's summit. The USGS says that even if it is nothing to be worked up about, the seismic activity has not yet crossed the 2009 event, both by energy release and the number of earthquakes detected. The 2009 earthquake swarm resulted in more than 1,000 earthquakes, and the largest was of a 2.3 magnitude. According to the Cascades Volcano Observatory, about nine earthquakes per month are common at Mount Rainier.

Over 300 earthquakes have occurred at Mount Rainier in Washington State, Washington. This was the largest earthquake swarm since 2009. 

A significant earthquake swarm was detected beneath Mount Rainier in Washington State, marking the most intense seismic activity in the area since 2009. Over 300 earthquakes have occurred since the early hours of Tuesday. But experts claim there is no need to panic yet. "Currently, there is no indication that the level of earthquake activity is cause for concern," the United States Geological Survey (USGS) explained, "Earthquakes are too small to be felt at the surface and will likely continue for several days. There would be no damage caused by such small events." There had been widespread scientific interest and public curiosity around the swarms of earthquakes. Swarms are cluster of earthquakes that happens in rapid succession, with less than a minute apart. The volcano had been active for a really long time; however, the most recent volcanic eruption was 500-600 years ago. “Right now, this swarm is still within what we consider normal background levels of activity at Mount Rainier,” said USGS, "Based on our observations, we think the most likely cause of the earthquakes is water moving around the crust above the magma chamber." "The volcano is not 'due' for an eruption, and we do not see any signs of a potential eruption at this time," assured USGS. Seismic Activity Overview The earthquake swarm began around 1:29 a.m. PDT on July 8 and continues as of the time of this report. The recorded tremor magnitude ranges from the lowest 1.0 to the highest 2.3, occurring at depths of 2 to 6 kilometres from the volcano's summit. The USGS says that even if it is nothing to be worked up about, the seismic activity has not yet crossed the 2009 event, both by energy release and the number of earthquakes detected. The 2009 earthquake swarm resulted in more than 1,000 earthquakes, and the largest was of a 2.3 magnitude. According to the Cascades Volcano Observatory, about nine earthquakes per month are common at Mount Rainier.

Over 300 earthquakes have occurred at Mount Rainier in Washington State, Washington. This was the largest earthquake swarm since 2009. However, it's not due for eruption anytime soon, say experts.&nbsp;

Over 300 earthquake detected at Mount Rainier, Washington, biggest since 2009

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Thursday (July 10) that Kiev had received positive "signals" from the United States administration about new weapons supplies after his telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump. He said Ukraine received “a timetable and details of weapons supplies,” as reported by news agency Reuters. According to Zelensky, Germany and Norway have committed to finance three more Patriot defense systems for Ukraine, with Berlin covering two and Oslo one. Speaking to the press in Rome at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, Zelensky assured that he will swap out his country's ambassador in Washington and reiterated Ukraine's willingness for peace negotiations "in any format."&nbsp;Zelensky said he was considering Ukraine’s defence minister, Rustem Umerov, for the job. The Ukrainian president said the new ambassador’s top job will be to boost Ukraine’s defence against Russia’s aggression. When asked about sanctions, Zelensky said that he counts on the US leadership to implement “tough” measures to disrupt Russia’s ability to continue attacks.<h2>Starmer, Macron set out latest plans to help Ukraine</h2>Meanwhile, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron called for more pressure in the shape of new sanctions against Moscow to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine. The two leaders, chairing from the UK a video-conference meeting of the self-styled "coalition of the willing", also reported preparations for a post-ceasefire peacekeeping mission for Ukraine were in place.&nbsp;"We should shift our work for preparing for peace, making it happen by forcing Putin to the table... this coordinated pressure will make a difference," said Starmer. Macron, urging allies to "up the pressure on Russia", added "we quite obviously need something new to up the pressure on Russia".&nbsp;Something that would "alter the pressure on the Russian economy" was what was needed, he added. The two leaders were addressing a British army base in Northwood, northwest London, which is used by NATO as a command center.

US has sent positive signals on military aid says Zelensky after call with Trump

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky announced on Thursday (July 10) that Kiev had received positive "signals" from the United States administration about new weapons supplies after his telephone conversation with US President Donald Trump. He said Ukraine received “a timetable and details of weapons supplies,” as reported by news agency Reuters. According to Zelensky, Germany and Norway have committed to finance three more Patriot defense systems for Ukraine, with Berlin covering two and Oslo one. Speaking to the press in Rome at the Ukraine Recovery Conference, Zelensky assured that he will swap out his country's ambassador in Washington and reiterated Ukraine's willingness for peace negotiations "in any format." Zelensky said he was considering Ukraine’s defence minister, Rustem Umerov, for the job. The Ukrainian president said the new ambassador’s top job will be to boost Ukraine’s defence against Russia’s aggression. When asked about sanctions, Zelensky said that he counts on the US leadership to implement “tough” measures to disrupt Russia’s ability to continue attacks. Starmer, Macron set out latest plans to help Ukraine Meanwhile, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron called for more pressure in the shape of new sanctions against Moscow to achieve a ceasefire in Ukraine. The two leaders, chairing from the UK a video-conference meeting of the self-styled "coalition of the willing", also reported preparations for a post-ceasefire peacekeeping mission for Ukraine were in place. "We should shift our work for preparing for peace, making it happen by forcing Putin to the table... this coordinated pressure will make a difference," said Starmer. Macron, urging allies to "up the pressure on Russia", added "we quite obviously need something new to up the pressure on Russia". Something that would "alter the pressure on the Russian economy" was what was needed, he added. The two leaders were addressing a British army base in Northwood, northwest London, which is used by NATO as a command center.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was speaking at the Ukraine Recovery Conference

'US has sent positive 'signals' on military aid', says Zelensky after call with Trump

Two Israeli embassy staffers were gunned down late on Wednesday (May 21) outside a Jewish museum in Washington allegedly by a Chicago man identified as Elias Rodriguez. Remembering the two Israeli embassy staffers, Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, said that they were a "beautiful couple." The Israeli ambassador was reportedly not at the museum event at the time of the shooting. &nbsp;Leiter revealed that the man purchased a ring earlier this week to propose his girlfriend. "The young man purchased a ring this week with the intention of proposing to his girlfriend next week in Jerusalem," Leiter said.&nbsp;In a post on X, &nbsp;Embassy of Israel to the USA revealed the victims identity as Yaron and Sarah.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Yaron and Sarah were our friends and colleagues. They were in the prime of their lives. This evening, a terrorist shot and killed them as they exited an event at the Capital Jewish Museum in DC. The entire embassy staff is heartbroken and devastated by their murder. No words… <a href="https://t.co/2HytKDp8Fr">pic.twitter.com/2HytKDp8Fr</a>&mdash; Embassy of Israel to the USA (@IsraelinUSA) <a href="https://twitter.com/IsraelinUSA/status/1925447599164702743?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">“They were a beautiful couple out for an evening in Washington’s cultural center” Israeli Ambassador Yechiel Leiter: the victims were about to be engaged — the young man had bought a ring just this week and planned to propose in Jerusalem next week 💔 <a href="https://t.co/Ud2GhO0Irc">pic.twitter.com/Ud2GhO0Irc</a>&mdash; Aviva Klompas (@AvivaKlompas) <a href="https://twitter.com/AvivaKlompas/status/1925406863991931353?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

As per reports, The DC shooting suspect was heard chanting “free Palestine, free Palestine” slogan during his arrest. The video of the incident has gone viral. Reports suggest that two Israeli staffers, a man and a woman, were seen pacing the sidewalk when they were shot down by a man. &nbsp;Meanwhile, condemning the killing, US President Donald Trump said that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that “hatred and radicalism have no place in USA.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">US President <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/DonaldTrump?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#DonaldTrump</a> condemns the killings of two Israeli embassy staffers in Washington DC. The killings occured in front of the Capital Jewish Museum. Source: Truth Social <a href="https://t.co/F3HcWZPhx1">pic.twitter.com/F3HcWZPhx1</a>&mdash; WION (@WIONews) <a href="https://twitter.com/WIONews/status/1925410471622189453?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In a post on X, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said "we will track down those responsible and bring them to justice".Israel's ambassador to the United Nations called the incident a "depraved act of anti-Semitic terrorism".&nbsp;Israeli embassy spokesman Tal Naim Cohen confirmed that two staff members were shot "at close range" while attending the event at the museum.The embassy had "full faith" that authorities would "protect Israel's representatives and Jewish communities throughout the United States", he said.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Remembering the two Israeli embassy staffers killed in Washington, Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, said that they were a "beautiful couple."

Two Israeli embassy staffers were gunned down late on Wednesday (May 21) outside a Jewish museum in Washington allegedly by a Chicago man identified as Elias Rodriguez. Remembering the two Israeli embassy staffers, Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, said that they were a "beautiful couple." The Israeli ambassador was reportedly not at the museum event at the time of the shooting. Leiter revealed that the man purchased a ring earlier this week to propose his girlfriend. "The young man purchased a ring this week with the intention of proposing to his girlfriend next week in Jerusalem," Leiter said. In a post on X, Embassy of Israel to the USA revealed the victims identity as Yaron and Sarah.

Remembering the two Israeli embassy staffers killed in Washington, Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, said that they were a "beautiful couple."

'Purchased a ring this week': Israeli Embassy reveals identity of 'beautiful couple' killed in Washington

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (May 21) condemned the killing of two Israeli embassy staffers outside a Jewish museum in Washington.Referring to the shooting as "horrible DC killings", Trump said that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that "hatred and radicalism have no place in USA".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/two-israeli-embassy-employees-shot-dead-near-jewish-museum-in-washington-antisemitism-suspected-1747888399684">Two Israeli embassy employees shot dead near Jewish museum in Washington — antisemitism suspected</a>

<h2>Rubio says, 'we will track those responsible'</h2>Taking to X, Trump's Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned the killings in the "strongest possible terms".Calling the killings "a brazen act of cowardly, antisemitic violence," he vowed, "Make no mistake: we will track down those responsible and bring them to justice".

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We condemn in the strongest possible terms the murder of two staff members from the Embassy of Israel in Washington, DC. Our prayers are with their loved ones. This was a brazen act of cowardly, antisemitic violence. Make no mistake: we will track down those responsible and…— Secretary Marco Rubio (@SecRubio) <a href="https://twitter.com/SecRubio/status/1925406717547819327?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

On X, FBI director Kash Patel confirmed that he has been briefed on the shooting and that they're working with the MPD "to respond and learn more". US Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem condemned the killings as "senseless" and said they were being "actively" investigated.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-admin-launches-review-of-us-troops-withdrawal-from-afghanistan-timeline-from-9-11-attack-to-end-of-20-year-war-wion-explains-1747825811137">Trump admin launches review of US troops' withdrawal from Afghanistan: Timeline from 9/11 attack to end of '20-year-war' | WION Explains</a><h2>Harming Jewish community “crossing a line”</h2>Several nations have voiced their outrage over the killings.Israel's ambassador to the United Nations, Danny Danon, called the shooting "depraved" and said, "The fatal shooting that took place outside the event that took place at the Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. -- in which Israeli embassy employees were also injured – is a depraved act of anti-Semitic terrorism.""Harming diplomats and the Jewish community is crossing a red line."We are confident that the US authorities will take strong action against those responsible for this criminal act. Israel will continue to act resolutely to protect its citizens and representatives – everywhere in the world."Meanwhile, Germany said it was 'shocked' by the ‘anti-Semitic violence’. On Thursday, Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul said that he was "shocked" by the killing of two Israeli embassy staffers outside a Jewish museum in Washington. "There is no justification for anti-Semitic violence," he posted on X.

Referring to the shooting as "horrible DC killings", Trump said that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that "hatred and radicalism have no place in USA".

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (May 21) condemned the killing of two Israeli embassy staffers outside a Jewish museum in Washington. Referring to the shooting as "horrible DC killings", Trump said that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that "hatred and radicalism have no place in USA". Also read | Two Israeli embassy employees shot dead near Jewish museum in Washington — antisemitism suspected

Referring to the shooting as "horrible DC killings", Trump said that the incident was "based obviously on antisemitism". Sharing his condolences for the families of the victims, he said that "hatred and radicalism have no place in USA".

'Horrible DC killings': Trump slams shooting of Israeli diplomats, blames antisemitism | International reactions pour in

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu wrapped up a disappointing visit to Washington, where US President Donald Trump remained noncommittal on reducing tariffs for Israel. Trump positioned himself as a potential mediator between Israel and Turkiye, while Netanyahu stressed his commitment to removing trade barriers and protecting Israel from threats via Syria.

Trump, Netanyahu discuss tariffs, Israel-Turkey tensions & Syria threats

Amidst a widening rift with Washington, Canada has updated its travel advisory for the US and warned prospective travelers that they should be prepared for scrutiny from border patrol officers. Watch in for more details!

Canada warns travellers to expect increased scrutiny at US borde

Thousands of protesters have gathered various cities across the US, as "Hands Off protest" begin on Saturday (April 5), demonstrating against President Donald Trump and his closest ally Elon Musk.&nbsp;
Protesters gathered in Boston, Massachusetts to stand against the Trump administration's policies and Elon Musk.&nbsp;
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">
HAPPENING NOW: Thousands of protesters have gathered in Boston, MA for the worldwide "Hands Off!" protests against Elon Musk and Donald Trump 👇🏻<a href="https://t.co/jUBVJu1nak">pic.twitter.com/jUBVJu1nak</a>
&mdash; Marco Foster (@MarcoFoster_) <a href="https://twitter.com/MarcoFoster_/status/1908535169016791079?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 5, 2025</a></blockquote>
Meanwhile, Jamie Raskin, Democratic representative of Maryland addressed the crowd in Washington DC, calling out Trump, saying "Hands off Canada, that&rsquo;s an independent country. Hands off Panama, that&rsquo;s an independent country. Statehood for Washington, DC!&rdquo;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/hands-off-protests-anti-trump-demonstrations-to-be-held-across-us-tomorrow-everything-you-need-to-know-8926838">'Hands Off' protests: Anti-Trump demonstrations to be held across US tomorrow | Everything you need to know</a>
&ldquo;We&rsquo;ve got the right to protest for what is right without being arrested, deported or fired. We have the right to read the books we want, including 1984 and The Handmaid&rsquo;s Tale&hellip; We&rsquo;ve even got the right to call the president deranged from crashing our economy, destroying $6 trillion of wealth and turning our 401Ks into 201Ks and the press has the right to call the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf of Mexico.&rdquo;
One of the protesters was carrying a placard saying, Elon don't be a DOGE BAG', signalling Musk's work heading DOGE.&nbsp;
The predominantly white protestors were chanting, &ldquo;Hey hey, ho ho, Trump and Musk have got to go." These protesters hoisted a variety of colorful placards that left little doubt about where they stand on the topic of Donald Trump.
&ldquo;I did not elect Elon Musk," some said, while others emphasised the protestors&rsquo; anxieties about the future of democracy in the US.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;Hands off democracy,&rdquo; declared one placard. &ldquo;Stop being Putin&rsquo;s puppet,&rdquo; enjoined another.
&ldquo;This is an assault on our democracy, on our economy, on our civil rights,&rdquo; said Jennifer Heit, a 64-year-old editor and resident of Plantation who toted a poster that read, &ldquo;USA: No to King or Oligarchy.&rdquo;
"Hands Off" is a "national day of action" that will bring members of Congress, community leaders and "everyday people" together to call on President Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that the middle class and working families rely on.&nbsp;
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More than 1,100 rallies, visibility events and meetings were scheduled in all 50 states as of Wednesday.&nbsp;
The protests are being organised by advocacy groups, including Third Act - an environmental group led by environmentalist and author Bill McKibben, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/cant-stomach-trumps-absurd-tariff-math-trumps-treasury-secy-looking-for-exit-door-after-tariffs-ruin-his-credibility-8930074">'Can&rsquo;t stomach Trump&rsquo;s absurd tariff math': US treasury secretary 'looking for exit door' after tariffs ruin his credibility</a>
(With inputs from agencies)

World: “I did not elect Elon Musk," some protesters said, while others emphasised the protestors’ anxieties about the future of democracy in the US.

Thousands of protesters have gathered various cities across the US, as "Hands Off protest" begin on Saturday (April 5), demonstrating against President Donald Trump and his closest ally Elon Musk. Protesters gathered in Boston, Massachusetts to stand against the Trump administration's policies and Elon Musk. HAPPENING NOW: Thousands of protesters have gathered in Boston, MA for the worldwide "Hands Off!" protests against Elon Musk and Donald Trump 👇🏻pic.twitter.com/jUBVJu1nak — Marco Foster (@MarcoFoster_) April 5, 2025 Meanwhile, Jamie Raskin, Democratic representative of Maryland addressed the crowd in Washington DC, calling out Trump, saying "Hands off Canada, that’s an independent country. Hands off Panama, that’s an independent country. Statehood for Washington, DC!” Also read: 'Hands Off' protests: Anti-Trump demonstrations to be held across US tomorrow | Everything you need to know “We’ve got the right to protest for what is right without being arrested, deported or fired. We have the right to read the books we want, including 1984 and The Handmaid’s Tale… We’ve even got the right to call the president deranged from crashing our economy, destroying $6 trillion of wealth and turning our 401Ks into 201Ks and the press has the right to call the Gulf of Mexico, the Gulf of Mexico.” One of the protesters was carrying a placard saying, Elon don't be a DOGE BAG', signalling Musk's work heading DOGE. The predominantly white protestors were chanting, “Hey hey, ho ho, Trump and Musk have got to go." These protesters hoisted a variety of colorful placards that left little doubt about where they stand on the topic of Donald Trump. “I did not elect Elon Musk," some said, while others emphasised the protestors’ anxieties about the future of democracy in the US. Also read: ‘Blame China’s AI, not Trump’: US Treasury Secretary claims DeepSeek responsible for tanking stock market, not tariffs “Hands off democracy,” declared one placard. “Stop being Putin’s puppet,” enjoined another. “This is an assault on our democracy, on our economy, on our civil rights,” said Jennifer Heit, a 64-year-old editor and resident of Plantation who toted a poster that read, “USA: No to King or Oligarchy.” "Hands Off" is a "national day of action" that will bring members of Congress, community leaders and "everyday people" together to call on President Trump and his advisor Elon Musk to take their hands off the programs that the middle class and working families rely on. Also read: 'China has been hit much harder': Trump downplays Beijing's retaliatory tariffs but admits trade war 'won’t be easy' More than 1,100 rallies, visibility events and meetings were scheduled in all 50 states as of Wednesday. The protests are being organised by advocacy groups, including Third Act - an environmental group led by environmentalist and author Bill McKibben, Reproductive Freedom for All, and the 50501 Movement. Also read: 'Can’t stomach Trump’s absurd tariff math': US treasury secretary 'looking for exit door' after tariffs ruin his credibility (With inputs from agencies)

'Shame on you Trump': Americans gather for 'Hands Off' protest against US president, Musk; say 'don't be DOGE BAG'

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, is set to visit Washington to meet with top Trump official Steve Witkoff this week. The two will hold discussions aimed to strengthen relations between the two nations as they seek to end the ongoing war in Ukraine, CNN reported, citing a US official and sources familiar with the plans.
Dmitriev&rsquo;s visit will mark the first time a senior Russian official visited Washington since Russia&rsquo;s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The meeting also marks further steps in bolstering US-Russia relations since President Donald Trump&rsquo;s return to office in January for his second term.
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According to CNN, the US government temporarily lifted sanctions against Dmitriev to allow the State Department to grant him a US visa. A request has also been made to the Treasury Department for a temporary suspension of the sanctions. According to US sanctions statements, Dmitriev has been cast as &ldquo;a known Putin ally&rdquo;. He was not sanctioned by the European Union.
The Kremlin on Wednesday (Apr 2) confirmed ongoing communication with Washington and a &ldquo;possible&rdquo; US visit by Dmitriev.
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<h2>Who is Kirill Dmitriev?</h2>
Kirill Dmitriev, 49, is the chief of Russia's sovereign wealth fund, the Russian Direct Investment Fund since 2011. In February this year, he was appointed as Putin's special envoy on international economic and investment cooperation.
One of the most US-savvy members of Russia's elite, Dmitriev holds regular meetings with Putin and has close relations with key Trump officials.
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During Trump&rsquo;s first term in 2016, he played a major role in establishing early contacts with the US. He has also helped build relations with Saudi Arabia, leading to an oil price agreement under the expanded OPEC+ producers' forum.
The Russian envoy has met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman dozens of times. He held a meeting with US special envoy Steve Witkoff when he visited Moscow.
Dmitriev's wife, Natalya, is a deputy to one of Putin's daughters, Katerina Tikhonova, at a foundation that works with Moscow State University, where they both studied. Both daughters of Putin were sanctioned by the US in 2022.
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<h2>What will he discuss in Washington?</h2>
Although it has not been confirmed what Dmitriev will talk about in Washington, he has previously highlighted areas where Russia and the US could cooperate economically, financially and in space. These include the return of US companies to Russia, rare earths, energy prices, prisoner swaps, the Arctic, logistics and climate change, space and cooperation with Elon Musk.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | The Kremlin on Wednesday (Apr 2) confirmed ongoing communication with Washington and a “possible” US visit by senior Russian official Kirill Dmitriev.

Russian President Vladimir Putin's investment envoy, Kirill Dmitriev, is set to visit Washington to meet with top Trump official Steve Witkoff this week. The two will hold discussions aimed to strengthen relations between the two nations as they seek to end the ongoing war in Ukraine, CNN reported, citing a US official and sources familiar with the plans. Dmitriev’s visit will mark the first time a senior Russian official visited Washington since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The meeting also marks further steps in bolstering US-Russia relations since President Donald Trump’s return to office in January for his second term. Also read | Trump-Putin friendship rift? Russia issues chilling warning after POTUS's threat to bomb Iran nuclear facilities According to CNN, the US government temporarily lifted sanctions against Dmitriev to allow the State Department to grant him a US visa. A request has also been made to the Treasury Department for a temporary suspension of the sanctions. According to US sanctions statements, Dmitriev has been cast as “a known Putin ally”. He was not sanctioned by the European Union. The Kremlin on Wednesday (Apr 2) confirmed ongoing communication with Washington and a “possible” US visit by Dmitriev. Also read | Ukraine and Russia fire at each others energy sites, complain to US Who is Kirill Dmitriev? Kirill Dmitriev, 49, is the chief of Russia's sovereign wealth fund, the Russian Direct Investment Fund since 2011. In February this year, he was appointed as Putin's special envoy on international economic and investment cooperation. One of the most US-savvy members of Russia's elite, Dmitriev holds regular meetings with Putin and has close relations with key Trump officials. Also read | US proposals to end war do not address problems behind conflict, can’t accept them: Russia During Trump’s first term in 2016, he played a major role in establishing early contacts with the US. He has also helped build relations with Saudi Arabia, leading to an oil price agreement under the expanded OPEC+ producers' forum. The Russian envoy has met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman dozens of times. He held a meeting with US special envoy Steve Witkoff when he visited Moscow. Dmitriev's wife, Natalya, is a deputy to one of Putin's daughters, Katerina Tikhonova, at a foundation that works with Moscow State University, where they both studied. Both daughters of Putin were sanctioned by the US in 2022. Also read | 'Unacceptable threat': Russia formally declared national security threat to Britain for first time. Here's why What will he discuss in Washington? Although it has not been confirmed what Dmitriev will talk about in Washington, he has previously highlighted areas where Russia and the US could cooperate economically, financially and in space. These include the return of US companies to Russia, rare earths, energy prices, prisoner swaps, the Arctic, logistics and climate change, space and cooperation with Elon Musk. (With inputs from agencies)

Who is Kirill Dmitriev? Senior Russian official to visit US this week

US authorities have already temporarily banned helicopter flights at the airport because of the accident. But the NTSB is now recommending that this be made permanent for part of that particular helicopter corridor, known as Route 4.

US probe reports high risk of plane-chopper crashes in Washington

As Washington plans on resettling Palestinians in Gaza in nearby Arab nations, Palestinians in the occupied West Bank are being forced to flee from their homes amid widespread Israeli operations.

UN says West Bank might face genocidal acts like Gaza

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with Tesla CEO Elon Musk on Thursday in Washington, where the two leaders discussed a broad range of topics, including space exploration, mobility and technological innovation. Watch this report for more details!

Indian PM Modi meets Elon Musk in Washington to discuss space and technology

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met Tesla CEO Elon Musk at the Blair House in Washington. The Prime Minister held bilateral talks with US National Security Advisor, Michael Waltz, at the Blair House before meeting Elon Musk.

Indian PM Modi meets Elon Musk ahead of talks with Trump

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on his official visit to the United States on February 12, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Friday.&nbsp;
Indian prime minister is scheduled to hold discussions with US President Donald Trump in Washington.&nbsp;
This will mark his first visit to the US after the inauguration of President Donald Trump.&nbsp;
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"The PM would be among the first few world leaders to visit the US following the inauguration of President Trump,&rdquo; Misri said at a special briefing of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
<h2>Modi to visit France from Feb 10-12</h2>
PM Modi will travel to the US after visiting France from February 10 to 12, where he is scheduled to co-chair the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris. He will discuss the future of artificial intelligence, its governance, and its role in shaping international policies.
This comes after a White House official released a statement confirming that Trump has invited Modi for talks next week.&nbsp;
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Earlier also, Trump hinted at the visit as he told reporters last month that he had spoken to Modi and looked forward to hosting him in Washington.&nbsp;
PM Modi and Donald Trump have spoken to each other twice since the November 2024 US election results, the last conversation being on January 27.&nbsp;
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On Jan 27, Trump spoke with Modi and discussed immigration and stressed the importance of India buying more American-made security equipment and fair bilateral trading ties.
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They also had a conversation on bilateral trade and defence cooperation, with Trump emphasising on &lsquo;fair trade&rsquo; and increased procurement of US security equipment.
Moreover, it also comes days after a US military plane deported 104 Indians who had illegally immigrated to the US.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)

World: Indian prime minister is scheduled to hold discussions with the US President in Washington, marking his first visit to the US after the inauguration of Donald Trump. 

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will embark on his official visit to the United States on February 12, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said on Friday. Indian prime minister is scheduled to hold discussions with US President Donald Trump in Washington. This will mark his first visit to the US after the inauguration of President Donald Trump. Also read: Indian PM Narendra Modi to meet US President Donald Trump next week "The PM would be among the first few world leaders to visit the US following the inauguration of President Trump,” Misri said at a special briefing of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). Modi to visit France from Feb 10-12 PM Modi will travel to the US after visiting France from February 10 to 12, where he is scheduled to co-chair the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris. He will discuss the future of artificial intelligence, its governance, and its role in shaping international policies. This comes after a White House official released a statement confirming that Trump has invited Modi for talks next week. Also read: PM Modi to co-chair AI Summit, to open new Consulate in Marseille during France visit: Sources Earlier also, Trump hinted at the visit as he told reporters last month that he had spoken to Modi and looked forward to hosting him in Washington. PM Modi and Donald Trump have spoken to each other twice since the November 2024 US election results, the last conversation being on January 27. Also read: Indian PM Modi accepts Macron's invitation for AI Action Summit On Jan 27, Trump spoke with Modi and discussed immigration and stressed the importance of India buying more American-made security equipment and fair bilateral trading ties. Also read: PM Modi, French President Macron to jointly inaugurate Indian consulate in Marseille They also had a conversation on bilateral trade and defence cooperation, with Trump emphasising on ‘fair trade’ and increased procurement of US security equipment. Moreover, it also comes days after a US military plane deported 104 Indians who had illegally immigrated to the US. (With inputs from agencies)

PM Modi to visit US on Feb 12-13, will hold talks with President Trump

The U.S. has decided to end the Chabahar sanctions waiver, escalating tensions with Iran. This move, while tightening Washington's grip on Tehran, puts India in a difficult position due to its involvement in the Chabahar port project. The decision could have significant geopolitical consequences for India and its relations with both Iran and the U.S.

Trump ends Chabahar sanctions waiver, Washington cracks down on Iran, India affected

In a significant blow to India's regional connectivity aspirations, the US President Donald Trump has now ordered the revocation of sanctions waivers for India's Chabahar port in Iran. Watch in for more details!

Washington tightens grip on Iran, India caught in the crossfire

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is in Washington for talks with the new Trump administration on Israel's fragile truce with the Palestinian militant group Hamas, which has not yet been finalised.

Netanyahu in U.S: Donald Trump to host Netanyahu for Gaza ceasefire talks

Just days after a passenger aircraft collided with a military helicopter in Washington D.C., officials have managed to recover 41 dead bodies as search and rescue operations continue to find the remaining victims. Watch in for more details!

Washington DC plane crash: At least 41 bodies recovered from air crash

A tragic crash in Washington involving a US Army Black Hawk helicopter and jets has resulted in significant damage, prompting an investigation into the collision. Watch in for more details!

Washington plane crash probe: What caused the fatal mid-air collision?

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jan 30) said that the efforts have shifted to a recovery mission, adding that "sadly, there are no survivors."
Trump then accused former presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama of lowering air safety standards, saying that Obama allegedly hired "mediocre" staff for air traffic control jobs that require "superior intelligence".&nbsp;
He continued to take a swipe at the former presidents, saying that as he took the office in 2016, he changed it, adding that Biden, however, after taking over, changed them back to "lower than before".&nbsp;
&ldquo;Their policy was horrible,&rdquo; the president said, &ldquo;and their politics was even worse.&rdquo;
&ldquo;We must have only the highest standards for those who work in our aviation system,&rdquo; Trump said. &ldquo;I changed the Obama standards from very mediocre at best to extraordinary.&rdquo;
He added, "You remember that. Only the highest aptitude. They have to be the highest intellect, and psychologically superior people were allowed to qualify for air traffic controllers. That was not so prior to getting there.&rdquo;
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"The work has now shifted to a recovery mission. Sadly, there are no survivors,&rdquo; Donald Trump said in a press briefing on the mid-air <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/washington-plane-crash" rel="dofollow">helicopter crash</a>.&nbsp;
Before beginning the briefing, Trump took a moment of silence for the victims and their families, bowing his head.&nbsp;
Trump further blamed diversity hires for lowering air safety standards.&nbsp;
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<h2>'Dark and excruciating night'</h2>
He said, "This was a dark and excruciating night in our nation&rsquo;s capital and in our nation&rsquo;s history, and a tragedy of terrible proportions."
Trump said that they have some very strong opinions and ideas, and will find out what led to this deadly disaster.&nbsp;
"We have some pretty good ideas&hellip; we&rsquo;ll find out how this disaster occurred and we&rsquo;ll ensure that nothing like this ever happens again,&rdquo; he said, adding, &ldquo;The FAA and the NTSB and the US military will be carrying out a systematic and comprehensive investigation."
<h2>Trump appoints acting FAA commissioner</h2>
Trump announced that former chief operating officer of the National Business Aviation Association, Chris Rocheleau, will serve as the Federal Aviation Administration&rsquo;s acting commissioner.&nbsp;
Trump called Rocheleau "highly respected" during his remarks from the White House press briefing room.&nbsp;
An American Airlines plane carrying 60 passengers and four crew members collided with an army helicopter on Thursday (Jan 30) while landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in the US.&nbsp;
John Donnelly, the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Chief, in Washington, DC, said that they have switched from a rescue operation to a recovery operation.&nbsp;
Meanwhile, 27 bodies have been recovered from the plane and one from the helicopter.&nbsp;
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The plane crashed in the Potomac River after the collision. Search and rescue teams immediately started working on rescuing people however, nobody could be rescued.&nbsp;
(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;

World: "The work has now shifted to a recovery mission. Sadly, there are no survivors,” Donald Trump said in a press briefing on the mid-air helicopter crash. 

US President Donald Trump on Thursday (Jan 30) said that the efforts have shifted to a recovery mission, adding that "sadly, there are no survivors." Trump then accused former presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama of lowering air safety standards, saying that Obama allegedly hired "mediocre" staff for air traffic control jobs that require "superior intelligence". He continued to take a swipe at the former presidents, saying that as he took the office in 2016, he changed it, adding that Biden, however, after taking over, changed them back to "lower than before". “Their policy was horrible,” the president said, “and their politics was even worse.” “We must have only the highest standards for those who work in our aviation system,” Trump said. “I changed the Obama standards from very mediocre at best to extraordinary.” He added, "You remember that. Only the highest aptitude. They have to be the highest intellect, and psychologically superior people were allowed to qualify for air traffic controllers. That was not so prior to getting there.” Also read: 'Helicopter knew there was a plane': Trump, US transportation secretary say deadly Washington DC crash was ‘preventable’ "The work has now shifted to a recovery mission. Sadly, there are no survivors,” Donald Trump said in a press briefing on the mid-air helicopter crash. Before beginning the briefing, Trump took a moment of silence for the victims and their families, bowing his head. Trump further blamed diversity hires for lowering air safety standards. Also read: Washington DC plane crash: ‘No survivors expected,’ says fire chief as rescue turns to recovery 'Dark and excruciating night' He said, "This was a dark and excruciating night in our nation’s capital and in our nation’s history, and a tragedy of terrible proportions." Trump said that they have some very strong opinions and ideas, and will find out what led to this deadly disaster. "We have some pretty good ideas… we’ll find out how this disaster occurred and we’ll ensure that nothing like this ever happens again,” he said, adding, “The FAA and the NTSB and the US military will be carrying out a systematic and comprehensive investigation." Trump appoints acting FAA commissioner Trump announced that former chief operating officer of the National Business Aviation Association, Chris Rocheleau, will serve as the Federal Aviation Administration’s acting commissioner. Trump called Rocheleau "highly respected" during his remarks from the White House press briefing room. An American Airlines plane carrying 60 passengers and four crew members collided with an army helicopter on Thursday (Jan 30) while landing at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport in the US. John Donnelly, the Fire and Emergency Medical Services Chief, in Washington, DC, said that they have switched from a rescue operation to a recovery operation. Meanwhile, 27 bodies have been recovered from the plane and one from the helicopter. Also read: 'Why didn't helicopter go up or down': Trump says the crash 'should have been prevented' The plane crashed in the Potomac River after the collision. Search and rescue teams immediately started working on rescuing people however, nobody could be rescued. (With inputs from agencies)

Trump raps Biden, Obama for hiring 'mediocre staff' after Washington DC plane crash, confirms 'no survivors'

An American Airlines Flight crashed into the Potomac River near Washington, DC, after a mid-air collision with a DC police helicopter. Watch this report for more details!

Washington Plane Crash: US Plane Collides With Military Helicopter

Washington plane crash: US Army Black Hawk helicopter collided with jet, officials say

A devastating mid-air collision between a passenger jet from Kansas and a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport, sent the aircraft plummeting into Washington's Potomac River, the officials reported on Wednesday (Jan 29).
The incident triggered a massive emergency response, prompting authorities to ground all flights in the area.
US President Donald Trump "has been made aware of this situation and tragically it appears that a military helicopter collided with a regional jet," Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Fox News.
The Bombardier regional commercial jet involved in the incident, which has the capacity of seating up to 78 passengers, was carrying 60 passengers on board.
"A plane, travelling to the Nation's capital from Wichita, KS carrying roughly 60 passengers collided with a Military helicopter," Senator Roger Marshall posted on X, describing the situation as "nothing short of a nightmare."
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Tonight, we received devastating news of what can only be described as nothing short of a nightmare.&nbsp; A plane, traveling to the Nation's capital from Wichita, KS carrying roughly 60 passengers collided with a Military helicopter. My prayer is that God wraps his arms around each&hellip;
&mdash; Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) <a href="https://twitter.com/RogerMarshallMD/status/1884804403909046674?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA), after the incident, issued an immediate grounding order for all aircraft at Reagan National Airport.
The FAA said that a PSA Airlines Bombardier regional jet "collided in midair" with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter as it approached for landing at Reagan at around 9 pm (0200 GMT).&nbsp;
The plane had departed from Wichita, Kansas.
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A <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/planecrash?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#planecrash</a> between a helicopter and a jet while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Washington?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Washington</a> DC. A search for survivors in the freezed <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/potomac?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#potomac</a> River is ongoing. 2 angles of the accident down here <a href="https://t.co/T73O3f95zc">pic.twitter.com/T73O3f95zc</a>
&mdash; Sa&iuml;d El Boustany (@BoustanyS) <a href="https://twitter.com/BoustanyS/status/1884796640726266269?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
The Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department took to its official X handle and announced that "multiple agencies" were rushing to the crash site in the Potomac River to respond to the incident.
"MPD is responding to an apparent air crash in the Potomac River. Multiple agencies are responding," the police wrote in a post.
The DC Fire and Emergency Response Services said fireboats were responding to "small aircraft down in Potomac River" in the vicinity of the airport.
As per Reuters reports, "The Ronald Reagan National Airport said late on Wednesday that all takeoffs and landings were halted at the airport in the Washington region as emergency personnel responded to an aircraft incident. The Washington D.C. Fire Department said separately that there was a confirmed small aircraft down in the Potomac River vicinity of Reagan &nbsp;National Airport and fireboats were on scene."
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | US: A commercial airliner collided with a military helicopter while heading towards Ronald Reagan National Airport. The Ronald Reagan National Airport said that all takeoffs and landings have been halted at the airport. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/0bn2xVC7pP">pic.twitter.com/0bn2xVC7pP</a>
&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1884806342822830138?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
On its website, American Airlines said in a statement: "We're aware of reports that American Eagle flight 5342, operated by PSA, with service from Wichita, Kansas (ICT) to Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) has been involved in an incident. We will provide information as it becomes available."
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<h2>Three soldiers aboard military helicopter in Washington crash</h2>
Three US Army soldiers were aboard the Black Hawk Sikorsky H-60, military helicopter, that collider with PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 from Wichita, Kansas, a US Army official said, according to news agency AFP.
American Airlines said that 60 passengers and four crew members were aboard the commercial jet.
"American Eagle Flight 5342 en route from Wichita, Kansas (ICT), to Washington, D.C. (DCA) was involved in an accident at DCA," the airline said in a statement. "There were 60 passengers and four crew members on board the aircraft."
<h2>'God bless their souls'&nbsp;</h2>
In the first statement, Trump said that he had been "fully briefed" about the incident and condoled the demise of the victims who lost their lives stating "May God bless their souls."&nbsp;
"I have been fully briefed on the terrible accident which just took place at Reagan National Airport," Trump said.&nbsp;
"May God Bless their souls. Thank you for the incredible work being done by our first responders. I am monitoring the situation and will provide more details as they arise," he added.
Vice President JD Vance also released a statement on X saying, "Please say a prayer for everyone involved in the mid-air collision near Reagan airport this evening. We&rsquo;re monitoring the situation, but for now, let&rsquo;s hope for the best."
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Please say a prayer for everyone involved in the mid-air collision near Reagan airport this evening. We're monitoring the situation, but for now let's hope for the best.
&mdash; JD Vance (@JDVance) <a href="https://twitter.com/JDVance/status/1884800885747777733?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 30, 2025</a></blockquote>
(With inputs from agencies)

World news: The Bombardier regional commercial jet involved in the incident, which has the capacity of seating up to 78 passengers, was carrying "roughly" 60 passengers on board.

A devastating mid-air collision between a passenger jet from Kansas and a military helicopter near Reagan National Airport, sent the aircraft plummeting into Washington's Potomac River, the officials reported on Wednesday (Jan 29). The incident triggered a massive emergency response, prompting authorities to ground all flights in the area. US President Donald Trump "has been made aware of this situation and tragically it appears that a military helicopter collided with a regional jet," Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said on Fox News. The Bombardier regional commercial jet involved in the incident, which has the capacity of seating up to 78 passengers, was carrying 60 passengers on board. "A plane, travelling to the Nation's capital from Wichita, KS carrying roughly 60 passengers collided with a Military helicopter," Senator Roger Marshall posted on X, describing the situation as "nothing short of a nightmare." Tonight, we received devastating news of what can only be described as nothing short of a nightmare. A plane, traveling to the Nation's capital from Wichita, KS carrying roughly 60 passengers collided with a Military helicopter. My prayer is that God wraps his arms around each… — Dr. Roger Marshall (@RogerMarshallMD) January 30, 2025 The Federal Aviation Authority (FAA), after the incident, issued an immediate grounding order for all aircraft at Reagan National Airport. The FAA said that a PSA Airlines Bombardier regional jet "collided in midair" with a Sikorsky H-60 helicopter as it approached for landing at Reagan at around 9 pm (0200 GMT). The plane had departed from Wichita, Kansas. A #planecrash between a helicopter and a jet while landing at Ronald Reagan National Airport in #Washington DC. A search for survivors in the freezed #potomac River is ongoing. 2 angles of the accident down here pic.twitter.com/T73O3f95zc — Saïd El Boustany (@BoustanyS) January 30, 2025 The Washington D.C. Metropolitan Police Department took to its official X handle and announced that "multiple agencies" were rushing to the crash site in the Potomac River to respond to the incident. "MPD is responding to an apparent air crash in the Potomac River. Multiple agencies are responding," the police wrote in a post. The DC Fire and Emergency Response Services said fireboats were responding to "small aircraft down in Potomac River" in the vicinity of the airport. As per Reuters reports, "The Ronald Reagan National Airport said late on Wednesday that all takeoffs and landings were halted at the airport in the Washington region as emergency personnel responded to an aircraft incident. The Washington D.C. Fire Department said separately that there was a confirmed small aircraft down in the Potomac River vicinity of Reagan National Airport and fireboats were on scene." #WATCH | US: A commercial airliner collided with a military helicopter while heading towards Ronald Reagan National Airport. The Ronald Reagan National Airport said that all takeoffs and landings have been halted at the airport. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and National… pic.twitter.com/0bn2xVC7pP — ANI (@ANI) January 30, 2025 On its website, American Airlines said in a statement: "We're aware of reports that American Eagle flight 5342, operated by PSA, with service from Wichita, Kansas (ICT) to Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) has been involved in an incident. We will provide information as it becomes available." Also read: Donald Trump administration pulls plug on 'funding condoms in Gaza', Elon Musk reacts Three soldiers aboard military helicopter in Washington crash Three US Army soldiers were aboard the Black Hawk Sikorsky H-60, military helicopter, that collider with PSA Airlines Bombardier CRJ700 from Wichita, Kansas, a US Army official said, according to news agency AFP. American Airlines said that 60 passengers and four crew members were aboard the commercial jet. "American Eagle Flight 5342 en route from Wichita, Kansas (ICT), to Washington, D.C. (DCA) was involved in an accident at DCA," the airline said in a statement. "There were 60 passengers and four crew members on board the aircraft." 'God bless their souls' In the first statement, Trump said that he had been "fully briefed" about the incident and condoled the demise of the victims who lost their lives stating "May God bless their souls." "I have been fully briefed on the terrible accident which just took place at Reagan National Airport," Trump said. "May God Bless their souls. Thank you for the incredible work being done by our first responders. I am monitoring the situation and will provide more details as they arise," he added. Vice President JD Vance also released a statement on X saying, "Please say a prayer for everyone involved in the mid-air collision near Reagan airport this evening. We’re monitoring the situation, but for now, let’s hope for the best." Please say a prayer for everyone involved in the mid-air collision near Reagan airport this evening. We're monitoring the situation, but for now let's hope for the best. — JD Vance (@JDVance) January 30, 2025 (With inputs from agencies)

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