As tariffs take effect amid US threats to punish India further for purchasing Russian oil, a German newspaper has claimed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not answer four phone calls made by US President Donald Trump. The report in Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (F.A.Z.), which analysed the India-US tariff dispute, said that Trump’s usual tactics in trade conflicts—complaints, threats, and pressure—are not working in India’s case, unlike with several other countries.<h2>What the German report claimed on Modi vs Trump</h2>F.A.Z. claimed that Modi refused to respond despite four attempted phone calls from Trump in recent weeks, if the machine translation of the German-language report is accurate. The report did not specify the exact dates in which the calls were allegedly made. Indian authorities have not commented on these calls, at the time of writing this report.The report in the German paper said that Modi's curent approach reflects both deep frustration and strategic caution.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-nominate-him-for-donald-trump-s-former-ally-advises-pm-narendra-modi-to-do-this-amid-tariff-war-1755142892676">‘Nominate him for…’: Trump's former ally advises PM Modi to do THIS amid tariff war</a><h2>India is resisting Trump coercion</h2>According to the report, Modi is resisting Trump’s pressure to open up India’s markets to US agribusiness. The article also highlighted India’s stance on continuing to buy Russian oil, which Trump claims is financing “Putin’s war machine,” in reference to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nikki-haley-wants-trump-to-talk-to-pm-modi-over-russian-oil-issue-highlights-china-threat-amid-tariff-war-1755736744441">Nikki Haley wants Trump to talk to PM Modi over Russian oil issue, highlights China 'threat' amid tariff war</a><h2>No more tariff relief extension to India?</h2>If the situation does not change, India faces 50 per cent tariffs on its exports to the United States—25 per cent due to the trade imbalance, and an additional 25 per cent over India’s oil trade with Russia. Trump’s adviser Peter Navarro was quoted as saying, “I don’t think my boss will give them another extension.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-interests-of-our-farmers-small-business-owners-paramount-asserts-pm-modi-2-days-before-trump-tariffs-come-into-effect-1756131636053">‘Interests of our farmers, small business owners paramount,’ asserts PM Modi 2 days before Trump tariffs come into effect</a><h2>Modi resists being used in a media stunt by Trump</h2>The report noted that Modi is not interested in being used in a media stunt, referencing a recent incident with Vietnam. In that case, Trump prematurely announced a trade deal via social media, despite the absence of an actual agreement with Vientam.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-s-swadeshi-push-before-trump-s-additional-tariff-kicks-in-how-indian-pm-reacted-to-us-tariff-war-so-fa-1756173760722">PM Modi's 'swadeshi' push before Trump's additional tariff kicks in: Indian PM's three big statements on US tariff war</a><h2>Will the Trump-Modi tussle jeopardise US Indo-Pacific strategy?</h2>The newspaper quoted analyst Mark Frazier as saying that the American concept of an Indo-Pacific alignment—in which India plays a central role in containing China—“is falling apart.”&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-us-tariff-clash-pm-modi-says-india-will-not-yield-to-us-tariffs-1756188882906/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-us-tariff-clash-pm-modi-says-india-will-not-yield-to-us-tariffs-1756188882906/embed</a><h2>What hit would India take if Trump tariffs kick in?</h2>One-fifth of Indian exports go to the US, and F.A.Z. claimed that new tariffs could slow India’s economic growth to 5.5 per cent from an expected 6.5 per cent.However, public sentiment in India has shifted sharply against Trump. This is in contrast to a Pew Research survey from June, which found that “every second Indian” expressed trust in him, the fifth-highest rating globally.<h2>Trump leaning towards Pakistan is causing ire in India</h2>While Trump’s real estate ventures in India have reportedly sold well, his claim of having brokered peace between India and Pakistan after the recent Operation Sindoor has caused outrage on Indian social media. So has his suggestion that India might one day be purchasing oil from Pakistan.His reported White House lunch with Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, was also seen as provocative, according to the F.A.Z. report.<h2>After Trump taunts, Modi is seeking new friendships</h2>The report noted that Modi is now pursuing a new strategic direction, with plans to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin this weekend.The article cited Frazier as saying that India has “common strategic interests with China”, particularly in gaining more influence in global institutions. It also said that Chinese investment and technology could help Indian industry develop further. &nbsp;

German newspaper F.A.Z. has claimed in a reports that Modi ignored four calls from Trump amid US tariffs over India’s Russian oil purchases. As Modi resists US pressure and seeks closer ties with China. Trump’s Indo-Pacific strategy risks faltering 

As tariffs take effect amid US threats to punish India further for purchasing Russian oil, a German newspaper has claimed that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi did not answer four phone calls made by US President Donald Trump. The report in Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung (F.A.Z.), which analysed the India-US tariff dispute, said that Trump’s usual tactics in trade conflicts—complaints, threats, and pressure—are not working in India’s case, unlike with several other countries. What the German report claimed on Modi vs Trump F.A.Z. claimed that Modi refused to respond despite four attempted phone calls from Trump in recent weeks, if the machine translation of the German-language report is accurate. The report did not specify the exact dates in which the calls were allegedly made. Indian authorities have not commented on these calls, at the time of writing this report. The report in the German paper said that Modi's curent approach reflects both deep frustration and strategic caution. Also read: ‘Nominate him for…’: Trump's former ally advises PM Modi to do THIS amid tariff war India is resisting Trump coercion According to the report, Modi is resisting Trump’s pressure to open up India’s markets to US agribusiness. The article also highlighted India’s stance on continuing to buy Russian oil, which Trump claims is financing “Putin’s war machine,” in reference to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Also read: Nikki Haley wants Trump to talk to PM Modi over Russian oil issue, highlights China 'threat' amid tariff war No more tariff relief extension to India? If the situation does not change, India faces 50 per cent tariffs on its exports to the United States—25 per cent due to the trade imbalance, and an additional 25 per cent over India’s oil trade with Russia. Trump’s adviser Peter Navarro was quoted as saying, “I don’t think my boss will give them another extension.” Also read: ‘Interests of our farmers, small business owners paramount,’ asserts PM Modi 2 days before Trump tariffs come into effect Modi resists being used in a media stunt by Trump The report noted that Modi is not interested in being used in a media stunt, referencing a recent incident with Vietnam. In that case, Trump prematurely announced a trade deal via social media, despite the absence of an actual agreement with Vientam. Also read: PM Modi's 'swadeshi' push before Trump's additional tariff kicks in: Indian PM's three big statements on US tariff war Will the Trump-Modi tussle jeopardise US Indo-Pacific strategy? The newspaper quoted analyst Mark Frazier as saying that the American concept of an Indo-Pacific alignment—in which India plays a central role in containing China—“is falling apart.” https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-us-tariff-clash-pm-modi-says-india-will-not-yield-to-us-tariffs-1756188882906/embed What hit would India take if Trump tariffs kick in? One-fifth of Indian exports go to the US, and F.A.Z. claimed that new tariffs could slow India’s economic growth to 5.5 per cent from an expected 6.5 per cent. However, public sentiment in India has shifted sharply against Trump. This is in contrast to a Pew Research survey from June, which found that “every second Indian” expressed trust in him, the fifth-highest rating globally. Trump leaning towards Pakistan is causing ire in India While Trump’s real estate ventures in India have reportedly sold well, his claim of having brokered peace between India and Pakistan after the recent Operation Sindoor has caused outrage on Indian social media. So has his suggestion that India might one day be purchasing oil from Pakistan. His reported White House lunch with Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, was also seen as provocative, according to the F.A.Z. report. After Trump taunts, Modi is seeking new friendships The report noted that Modi is now pursuing a new strategic direction, with plans to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin this weekend. The article cited Frazier as saying that India has “common strategic interests with China”, particularly in gaining more influence in global institutions. It also said that Chinese investment and technology could help Indian industry develop further.

German newspaper F.A.Z. has claimed in a reports that Modi ignored four calls from Trump amid US tariffs over India’s Russian oil purchases. As Modi resists US pressure and seeks closer ties with China. Trump’s Indo-Pacific strategy risks faltering&nbsp;

Did Modi not pick up four calls from Trump? German newspaper makes this claim amid US tariff threat and Russia oil trade punishment

‘Ended five wars in five months’ to ‘Six wars in six months’ – These are statements made by US President Donald Trump, who has been nominated by allies for the Nobel Peace Prize. While his team says he works relentlessly towards brokering peace. But are laying emphasis on the repetition, which could possibly be Trump’s favourite figure of speech. He uses repetitive phrases in his comments which be for better poetic effect. And that brings us to the cross-border fighting between India and Pakistan. Yes, the same 4-day conflict that Trump claims to have stopped, it has gone past 40 times and still counting.&nbsp;In his latest interaction, he said, “I have stopped all of these wars. A big one would have been India and Pakistan...”&nbsp;He added, "The war with India and Pakistan was the next level that was going to be a nuclear war... They already shot down 7 jets - that was raging. I said, 'You want to trade? We are not doing any trade or anything with you if you keep fighting, you've got 24 hours to settle it'. They said, 'Well, there's no more war going on. ' I used that on numerous occasions. I used trade and whatever I had to use..." &nbsp;

US President Donald Trump claims to have stopped the India-Pakistan conflict. And it has gone past 40 times and still counting.

‘Ended five wars in five months’ to ‘Six wars in six months’ – These are statements made by US President Donald Trump, who has been nominated by allies for the Nobel Peace Prize. While his team says he works relentlessly towards brokering peace. But are laying emphasis on the repetition, which could possibly be Trump’s favourite figure of speech. He uses repetitive phrases in his comments which be for better poetic effect. And that brings us to the cross-border fighting between India and Pakistan. Yes, the same 4-day conflict that Trump claims to have stopped, it has gone past 40 times and still counting. In his latest interaction, he said, “I have stopped all of these wars. A big one would have been India and Pakistan...” He added, "The war with India and Pakistan was the next level that was going to be a nuclear war... They already shot down 7 jets - that was raging. I said, 'You want to trade? We are not doing any trade or anything with you if you keep fighting, you've got 24 hours to settle it'. They said, 'Well, there's no more war going on. ' I used that on numerous occasions. I used trade and whatever I had to use..."

US President Donald Trump claims to have stopped the India-Pakistan conflict. And it has gone past 40 times and still counting.

40 times and counting: Donald Trump mentions 'he stopped India-Pakistan war' yet again

Ukraine has upgraded its domestically produced Neptune anti-ship missile, the same missile it had used to sink 'Moskva' the flagship of Russia's Black Sea Fleet in April 2022. While the earlier version of the Neptune missile had a maximum range of about 300 kilometres, the upgraded Neptune missile as per reports has the capability of hitting targets up to 1,000 kilometres away. The ameliorated version of domestically produced Neptune missiles has become an object of fascination after it made an appearance in an Instagram day video published by state-run weapons portal Zbroya on Ukraine's Independence Day. Here's all we know about Neptune 2.0 missiles.<h2>What can 'Long Neptune' do? Its specifications REVEALED!</h2>The newly unveiled missile has been informally dubbed 'Long Neptune, ' reports Defence Express. Why? Because it is believed to be an upgraded version of the original anti-ship Neptune missile.According to Kyiv Independent, the exact specifications of the new Neptune missiles have not been revealed. However, in a March 2025 speech, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that the upgraded missile can strike targets up to 1,000 kilometres away.The new Ukrainian weapon might have the capability to accommodate a warhead containing more explosives or a hardened penetrator, or a new guidance system, suggests Militarnyi.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/explained-why-trump-fired-fed-governor-lisa-cook-and-why-she-says-he-can-t-what-does-the-us-constitution-say-1756186283292">Explained | Why Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook — and why she says he can't. Here's what US Constitution&nbsp;says</a><h2>Difference between Neptune missiles and new Long Neptune missiles</h2>The Neptune missile is a domestic anti-ship missile with a range of 25 kilometres from the coast and a maximum range of 300 kilometres. It is based on the Soviet Kh-35 anti-ship missile. The missile can carry a warhead payload of 150 kg (331 lbs). In April 2022, the anti-ship missile was used to take down the Moskva, which at the time was the largest warship Russia lost in combat since World War II. The first test of the missile was reportedly conducted in 2016, with a few tests later in subsequent years.In comparison, the new Neptune missile is believed to boast a range of up to 1,000 kilometres. The missile was presumably used in May 2025 to carry out a strike on the Russian naval port of Novorossiysk under one of the longest range—over 750 kilometres— conventional missile strikes carried out by Ukraine since the start of the Russian invasion in 2022. This upgraded missile, as per reports, may be able to carry a warhead payload of around 350 kg (794 lbs). However, the final payload remains unspecified.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protecting-putin-trump-quietly-banned-ukraine-from-striking-inside-russia-with-us-missiles-suggests-report-1756000916653">Protecting Putin? Trump administration quietly banned Ukraine from striking inside Russia, suggests report</a>Based on Long Neptune's pictures, which show larger fins, it is believed that the upgraded weapon would be able to provide more manoeuvrability. While Neptune was an anti-ship missile, the upgrade plans suggest that the Long Neptune may be capable of land-based surface-to-surface strikes.Here's a table highlighting the main differences between Neptune anti-ship missiles and the upgraded ‘Long Neptune’ missiles:&nbsp;

<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Feature</td><td>Anti-ship Neptune Missile</td><td>New 'Long Neptune' Missile (Upgraded)</td></tr><tr><td>Unofficial Name</td><td>N/A</td><td>Long Neptune'</td></tr><tr><td>Origin</td><td>Ukraine (based on Soviet Kh-35)</td><td>Ukraine (upgraded from original Neptune)</td></tr><tr><td>Role</td><td>Anti-ship missile</td><td>Land-based surface-to-surface strikes&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Maximum Range</td><td>Up to 300 km</td><td>Up to 1,000 km</td></tr><tr><td>Warhead Payload</td><td>150 kg (331 lbs)</td><td>Estimated around 350 kg (794 lbs), but unspecified</td></tr><tr><td>Guidance System</td><td>Anti-ship radar guidance that homes in on enemy ship</td><td>New guidance system, possibly imaging infrared (IIR)&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Physical Appearance</td><td>16.6 ft (5.06 metres)</td><td>Larger fins, increased length, and a thicker fuselage&nbsp;</td></tr><tr><td>Known Combat Use</td><td>Used to sink the Russian cruiser Moskva in April 2022</td><td>Reportedly used to strike an oil refinery in Russia’s Krasnodar Oblast on March 14, 2025 and hit the Russian naval port of Novorossiysk in May 2025.</td></tr><tr><td>Status</td><td>In service since 2021</td><td>Used in combat since March 2025</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>

<h2>Why is Ukraine's new Neptune missile a big deal?</h2>The unveiling of the domestically made long-range missile coincides with Zelensky's remark that Ukraine now possesses its own long-range weaponry. This comes on the heels of reports suggesting that the United States, since late spring, has quietly restricted Ukraine from using American-supplied long-range Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) to strike targets inside Russia. America has also reportedly restricted Ukraine's use of all foreign technology that uses American intelligence and components. The same restrictions also cover Britain's Storm Shadow cruise missiles, which rely on American targeting data.Watch | Russia Unveils “Sea Terminator”: Hypersonic Missile Warship Targets Subs &amp; Aircraft Carriers<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-unveils-sea-terminator-hypersonic-missile-warship-targets-subs-aircraft-carriers-wion-1756189742371/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russia-unveils-sea-terminator-hypersonic-missile-warship-targets-subs-aircraft-carriers-wion-1756189742371/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Ukraine has upgraded its Neptune anti-ship missile, now with a 1,000 km range. Dubbed 'Long Neptune,' the new weapon has been seen in an Instagram video and is believed to be a stunning upgrade to R-360 Neptune. Here's everything we know about Ukraine's new Neptune missile.

Ukraine has upgraded its domestically produced Neptune anti-ship missile, the same missile it had used to sink 'Moskva' the flagship of Russia's Black Sea Fleet in April 2022. While the earlier version of the Neptune missile had a maximum range of about 300 kilometres, the upgraded Neptune missile as per reports has the capability of hitting targets up to 1,000 kilometres away. The ameliorated version of domestically produced Neptune missiles has become an object of fascination after it made an appearance in an Instagram day video published by state-run weapons portal Zbroya on Ukraine's Independence Day. Here's all we know about Neptune 2.0 missiles. What can 'Long Neptune' do? Its specifications REVEALED! The newly unveiled missile has been informally dubbed 'Long Neptune, ' reports Defence Express. Why? Because it is believed to be an upgraded version of the original anti-ship Neptune missile. According to Kyiv Independent, the exact specifications of the new Neptune missiles have not been revealed. However, in a March 2025 speech, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky revealed that the upgraded missile can strike targets up to 1,000 kilometres away. The new Ukrainian weapon might have the capability to accommodate a warhead containing more explosives or a hardened penetrator, or a new guidance system, suggests Militarnyi. Also read | Explained | Why Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook — and why she says he can't. Here's what US Constitution says Difference between Neptune missiles and new Long Neptune missiles The Neptune missile is a domestic anti-ship missile with a range of 25 kilometres from the coast and a maximum range of 300 kilometres. It is based on the Soviet Kh-35 anti-ship missile. The missile can carry a warhead payload of 150 kg (331 lbs). In April 2022, the anti-ship missile was used to take down the Moskva, which at the time was the largest warship Russia lost in combat since World War II. The first test of the missile was reportedly conducted in 2016, with a few tests later in subsequent years. In comparison, the new Neptune missile is believed to boast a range of up to 1,000 kilometres. The missile was presumably used in May 2025 to carry out a strike on the Russian naval port of Novorossiysk under one of the longest range—over 750 kilometres— conventional missile strikes carried out by Ukraine since the start of the Russian invasion in 2022. This upgraded missile, as per reports, may be able to carry a warhead payload of around 350 kg (794 lbs). However, the final payload remains unspecified. Also read | Protecting Putin? Trump administration quietly banned Ukraine from striking inside Russia, suggests report Based on Long Neptune's pictures, which show larger fins, it is believed that the upgraded weapon would be able to provide more manoeuvrability. While Neptune was an anti-ship missile, the upgrade plans suggest that the Long Neptune may be capable of land-based surface-to-surface strikes. Here's a table highlighting the main differences between Neptune anti-ship missiles and the upgraded ‘Long Neptune’ missiles:

Ukraine has upgraded its Neptune anti-ship missile, now with a 1,000 km range. Dubbed 'Long Neptune,' the new weapon has been seen in an Instagram video and is believed to be a stunning upgrade to R-360 Neptune. Here's everything we know about Ukraine's new Neptune missile.

Ukraine shows off 'Long Neptune': A domestic missile that can hit targets 1,000 km inside Russia. Here's how it's an 'upgrade' on R-360 Neptune

The Ministry of External Affairs, in a briefing, elaborated on the agenda of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Japan. The PM will embark on his journey on August 29, which also marks his first annual summit with PM&nbsp;Shigeru Ishiba. Ever since PM Modi assumed office in 2014, it will be his eighth visit to the country, which&nbsp;highlights the deep ties between the two nations. After Japan, PM Modi will head to China for the SCO Summit (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation).&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/pm-modi-s-two-nation-visit-to-japan-and-china-from-august-29-to-september-1755930530163/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/pm-modi-s-two-nation-visit-to-japan-and-china-from-august-29-to-september-1755930530163/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;Talking about the visit, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in the briefing said, “There will be a number of bilateral meetings that will be organised on the sidelines. We are still finalising those meetings and will keep you updated on the proceedings. Ahead of the meetings, it might be a bit forward of me to anticipate and say what will be discussed and what will not be discussed in the meetings...”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560"><a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Delhi: On bilateral meetings of PM Modi during his upcoming visits to Japan and China, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri says, &quot;There will be a number of bilateral meetings that will be organised on the sidelines. We are still finalising those meetings and will keep you… <a href="https://t.co/LEWIAQnS4y">pic.twitter.com/LEWIAQnS4y</a>&mdash; ANI (@ANI) <a href="https://twitter.com/ANI/status/1960258766768677135?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/shanghai-cooperation-organisation-summit-how-much-do-member-nations-contribute-to-the-world-s-gdp-1755946170254">Shanghai Cooperation Organisation Summit: How much do member nations contribute to the world's GDP?</a><h2>What's on the agenda:</h2>&nbsp;<ul><li>Review ties: &nbsp;The summit will give the two prime ministers, the opportunity to conduct an in-dept review of the ties</li><li>Take stock of progress: India and Japan are working in tandem on several sectors.&nbsp;</li><li>a) The two countries had collaborated on co-developing masts for the Indian Navy called the Unified Complex Radio Antenna (UNICORN)</li><li>b) In the space sector, &nbsp;India's ISRO and Japan's space organisation JAXA are working on LUPEX mission (Lunar Polar Exploration). It aims to explore the southern region of the moon.</li><li>New initiatives: The leaders will launch new initiatives and build greater resilience in their relationship</li></ul>The MEA in a statement mentioned, “During the visit, the two prime ministers will review the special strategic and global partnership between India and Japan, including defence and security, trade and economy, technology and innovation, and people-to-people exchanges, as well as discuss issues of regional and global importance."&nbsp;It added, "The visit will reaffirm the longstanding special bond of friendship between the two countries.”&nbsp;Being one of the leading economies, the two countries also have shared values. The 15th India-Japan summit is significant for multiple reasons. This meeting showcases steady bilateral relations.

The Ministry of External Affairs, in a briefing elaborated on the agenda of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Japan. 

The Ministry of External Affairs, in a briefing, elaborated on the agenda of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Japan. The PM will embark on his journey on August 29, which also marks his first annual summit with PM Shigeru Ishiba. Ever since PM Modi assumed office in 2014, it will be his eighth visit to the country, which highlights the deep ties between the two nations. After Japan, PM Modi will head to China for the SCO Summit (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation). https://www.wionews.com/videos/pm-modi-s-two-nation-visit-to-japan-and-china-from-august-29-to-september-1755930530163/embed Talking about the visit, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri in the briefing said, “There will be a number of bilateral meetings that will be organised on the sidelines. We are still finalising those meetings and will keep you updated on the proceedings. Ahead of the meetings, it might be a bit forward of me to anticipate and say what will be discussed and what will not be discussed in the meetings...”

The Ministry of External Affairs, in a briefing elaborated on the agenda of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Japan.&nbsp;

PM Modi to visit Japan: Foreign Secretary reveals what's on the agenda

Elon Musk is facing flak for spreading hate against Islam. The SpaceX CEO reposted an old story piece talking about a case of revenge rape in Pakistan. The incident reportedly happened in 2017 in the village of Muzaffarabad. A man raped a 12-year-old girl, and instead of initiating legal action against him, the village council ordered the brother of the victim to rape the rapist's 16-year-old sister. The innocent girl was reportedly disgraced in front of 40 people. The original user who posted the news of the incident wrote that the "revenge rape" was carried out under Sharia law. Elon Musk reposted it on August 25, inviting flak for promoting hatred against Islam. Even his own AI tool, Grok, dismissed the claim that Islamic law supports revenge rape. The user wrote, alongside a clipping of the story, "PAKISTAN: a woman was raped, and instead of arresting the rapist, the Sharia council decided that the rapist’s sister should be raped by the victim’s brother."Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/pakistani-man-who-threatened-flight-attendant-with-gang-rape-is-married-to-this-supermodel-has-another-wife-in-london-1754546360137">Pakistani man who threatened flight attendant with gang rape is married to a supermodel, has another wife in London</a>&nbsp;<h2>Grok refutes claims of Islamic law and revenge rape</h2>When Grok was asked whether the claim is true, it stated, that the "disturbing case" happened in in Punjab, Pakistan, "where a rapist’s family negotiated a reconciliation with the victim’s family, leading to the rapist’s sister being raped by the victim’s brother as a form of "revenge rape," a practice not explicitly supported by Sharia law but linked to local tribal customs like the Pashtunwali code of honor." The AI fact-checking tool added, "This case highlights how cultural practices can override legal frameworks, a phenomenon supported by a 2016 study in the Journal of South Asian Studies on gender violence in Pakistan." Grok further stated that the incident "reflects regional patriarchal traditions rather than a universal Islamic mandate."&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">… <a href="https://t.co/NWm3uyfmhB">https://t.co/NWm3uyfmhB</a>&mdash; Elon Musk (@elonmusk) <a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk/status/1960135894184190165?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Netizens slam Musk for promoting anti-Islam posts without checking facts</h2>Netizens are now slamming Musk for posting a message that promotes hate against Islam without checking the facts. A user commented, "Elon Musk, you should not try to insult the Islamic religion by spreading a mistake that confuses tribal customs in Pakistan with Islamic law." Another user contradicted the claim that no arrests were made. She wrote, "Unlike the claim that the rapist was not arrested, police in Pakistan did make arrests in this case after the incident came to light. They arrested the head of the village council and other members who ordered the attack, as well as the brother who carried out the revenge rape." She added, "The village councils that issue these rulings are illegal in Pakistan, and their ‘justice’ is based on centuries-old tribal traditions, not on formal Islamic law." A Guardian report backed the arrests, saying that action was taken against a total of 26 people in the case.&nbsp;A user wrote that he has dropped plans of buying a Tesla after seeing Musk promote anti-Muslim hate. "Don’t spread misinformation about Islam. What happened in Pakistan is tied to local culture, not religion," the comment read. "Misframing it as Islam is misleading and harmful. I was considering buying a Tesla before the $7,500 rebate deadline, but I won’t support a company led by someone who promotes such views." Musk has not commented on the criticism he in inviting by doing so yet.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Elon Musk, you should not try to insult the Islamic religion by spreading a mistake that confuses tribal customs in Pakistan with Islamic law. You are not an ordinary person until we say that you posted it in good faith?! Are you supposed to have a special team that explains the…&mdash; داهم القحطاني (@dahemq) <a href="https://twitter.com/dahemq/status/1960144121307275666?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://twitter.com/elonmusk?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@elonmusk</a> Don’t spread misinformation about Islam. What happened in Pakistan is tied to local culture, not religion. Misframing it as Islam is misleading and harmful. I was considering buying a Tesla before the $7,500 rebate deadline, but I won’t support a company led by someone…&mdash; 𝐊𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐝 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐚𝐠🇦🇫 (@Kali_Vardag) <a href="https://twitter.com/Kali_Vardag/status/1960191080080740599?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Elon Musk reposted a message on X that claimed a girl was a victim of revenge rape in a Pakistani village based on Sharia law. However, Grok and users clarified that the Islamic law does not support such an act. Netizens have slammed Musk for posting such a story without checking the facts.

Elon Musk is facing flak for spreading hate against Islam. The SpaceX CEO reposted an old story piece talking about a case of revenge rape in Pakistan. The incident reportedly happened in 2017 in the village of Muzaffarabad. A man raped a 12-year-old girl, and instead of initiating legal action against him, the village council ordered the brother of the victim to rape the rapist's 16-year-old sister. The innocent girl was reportedly disgraced in front of 40 people. The original user who posted the news of the incident wrote that the "revenge rape" was carried out under Sharia law. Elon Musk reposted it on August 25, inviting flak for promoting hatred against Islam. Even his own AI tool, Grok, dismissed the claim that Islamic law supports revenge rape. The user wrote, alongside a clipping of the story, "PAKISTAN: a woman was raped, and instead of arresting the rapist, the Sharia council decided that the rapist’s sister should be raped by the victim’s brother." Also Read: Pakistani man who threatened flight attendant with gang rape is married to a supermodel, has another wife in London Grok refutes claims of Islamic law and revenge rape When Grok was asked whether the claim is true, it stated, that the "disturbing case" happened in in Punjab, Pakistan, "where a rapist’s family negotiated a reconciliation with the victim’s family, leading to the rapist’s sister being raped by the victim’s brother as a form of "revenge rape," a practice not explicitly supported by Sharia law but linked to local tribal customs like the Pashtunwali code of honor." The AI fact-checking tool added, "This case highlights how cultural practices can override legal frameworks, a phenomenon supported by a 2016 study in the Journal of South Asian Studies on gender violence in Pakistan." Grok further stated that the incident "reflects regional patriarchal traditions rather than a universal Islamic mandate."

Elon Musk reposted a message on X that claimed a girl was a victim of revenge rape in a Pakistani village based on Sharia law. However, Grok and users clarified that the Islamic law does not support such an act. Netizens have slammed Musk for posting such a story without checking the facts.

Musk reposts old 'revenge rape' news from Pakistan, his own chatbot Grok fact-checks him

A man dug with his bare hands through a compost dump to find his beloved wife's wedding and anniversary rings, leading her to tears of joy. The incident happened in Canada, where Steve Van Ysseldyk from Mission, British Columbia spent a couple of days searching a dump yard before finally recovering the rings—winning hearts across the nation.<h2>Popcorn started it all</h2>It all began with a trip to the local cinema. Jeannine Van Ysseldyk was gathering spilt popcorn from the couple’s garden when her wedding band and diamond solitaire apparently fell into the popcorn bag. Unaware of the mishap, they threw the bag into the compost bin. Jeannine later realised, to her horror, that her precious rings were missing. A frantic search at home ensued.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/inside-gen-z-s-fake-wedding-craze-all-the-fun-no-real-marriage-here-s-the-catch-1752059027845">Also read: Inside Gen Z’s fake wedding craze — All the fun, no real marriage. Here’s the catch</a>Home security camera footage provided the clue. The couple reviewed the footage and Steve was able to confirm exactly when the rings had disappeared.<h2>A dash to the dump yard</h2>On Friday, he headed to the Mission Landfill in search of them. Steve said Jeannine was not hopeful initially, but as he said, “the wife’s gotta have her rings, right?”Even the owner of the compost site was sceptical. But Denny Webster took note of Steve’s determination and agreed to the unusual request to search through the incoming compost heap.Webster assisted by operating an excavator, carefully scooping out rotting compost one section at a time. Steve sifted through the waste with a shovel and, later, with his bare hands.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/labourer-finds-diamond-worth-95000-in-indias-panna-city-i-knew-i-had-found-a-diamond-744217">Labourer finds diamond worth $95,000 in India's Panna city: 'I knew I had found a diamond'</a><h2>Dump luck: how the rings were found</h2>After 40 minutes of the smelly task, Steve spotted the popcorn bag and found the first ring inside.He called his wife. Jeannine was out shopping for a metal detector at the time, though she had nearly given up hope.Just a few minutes later, Steve recovered the second ring under another patch of composted popcorn—a moment he described as “a dump miracle”.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/welcome-shadi-mein-zarur-wedding-invite-leads-maharashtra-man-loses-2-lakhs-heres-what-we-know-1755956070111">Also read: 'Welcome. Shadi mein zarur...': Wedding invite leads Maharashtra man to lose ₹2 lakhs - Here's what we know</a><h2>Wife sheds tears of joy after precious rings found</h2>Jeannine broke down in tears of joy and relief when she was told that both the rings had been found.She later said Steve’s willingness to dig through that “rotten, stinky compost pile” reaffirmed how much he truly loved her.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/how-india-s-weddings-became-social-spectacles-1755755065261/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/how-india-s-weddings-became-social-spectacles-1755755065261/embed</a>Steve offered a reward to the landfill operator, Denny Webster, who declined it. All he asked for was a social media shout-out to highlight the Mission Landfill’s willingness to help.Webster revealed that in all his years working at the site, nobody had ever requested to search for lost valuables—and that the chances of finding something were “close to none”.<h2>Lost and found: stories of recovered rings</h2>Stories of people searching for lost rings of their loved ones are rare, but not unheard of. In another heartwarming case in Nova Scotia, Canada, sanitation workers sifted through rubbish for more than two hours to recover five sentimental rings accidentally thrown out with a paper towel.In New Hampshire, USA, workers combed through 20 tonnes of garbage to retrieve a woman’s lost wedding ring. &nbsp;

Do stories of people searching for lost rings of their loved ones warm your heart? Then, here's another one for you, this time from Canada

A man dug with his bare hands through a compost dump to find his beloved wife's wedding and anniversary rings, leading her to tears of joy. The incident happened in Canada, where Steve Van Ysseldyk from Mission, British Columbia spent a couple of days searching a dump yard before finally recovering the rings—winning hearts across the nation. Popcorn started it all It all began with a trip to the local cinema. Jeannine Van Ysseldyk was gathering spilt popcorn from the couple’s garden when her wedding band and diamond solitaire apparently fell into the popcorn bag. Unaware of the mishap, they threw the bag into the compost bin. Jeannine later realised, to her horror, that her precious rings were missing. A frantic search at home ensued. Also read: Inside Gen Z’s fake wedding craze — All the fun, no real marriage. Here’s the catch Home security camera footage provided the clue. The couple reviewed the footage and Steve was able to confirm exactly when the rings had disappeared. A dash to the dump yard On Friday, he headed to the Mission Landfill in search of them. Steve said Jeannine was not hopeful initially, but as he said, “the wife’s gotta have her rings, right?” Even the owner of the compost site was sceptical. But Denny Webster took note of Steve’s determination and agreed to the unusual request to search through the incoming compost heap. Webster assisted by operating an excavator, carefully scooping out rotting compost one section at a time. Steve sifted through the waste with a shovel and, later, with his bare hands. Also read: Labourer finds diamond worth $95,000 in India's Panna city: 'I knew I had found a diamond' Dump luck: how the rings were found After 40 minutes of the smelly task, Steve spotted the popcorn bag and found the first ring inside. He called his wife. Jeannine was out shopping for a metal detector at the time, though she had nearly given up hope. Just a few minutes later, Steve recovered the second ring under another patch of composted popcorn—a moment he described as “a dump miracle”. Also read: 'Welcome. Shadi mein zarur...': Wedding invite leads Maharashtra man to lose ₹2 lakhs - Here's what we know Wife sheds tears of joy after precious rings found Jeannine broke down in tears of joy and relief when she was told that both the rings had been found. She later said Steve’s willingness to dig through that “rotten, stinky compost pile” reaffirmed how much he truly loved her. https://www.wionews.com/videos/how-india-s-weddings-became-social-spectacles-1755755065261/embed Steve offered a reward to the landfill operator, Denny Webster, who declined it. All he asked for was a social media shout-out to highlight the Mission Landfill’s willingness to help. Webster revealed that in all his years working at the site, nobody had ever requested to search for lost valuables—and that the chances of finding something were “close to none”. Lost and found: stories of recovered rings Stories of people searching for lost rings of their loved ones are rare, but not unheard of. In another heartwarming case in Nova Scotia, Canada, sanitation workers sifted through rubbish for more than two hours to recover five sentimental rings accidentally thrown out with a paper towel. In New Hampshire, USA, workers combed through 20 tonnes of garbage to retrieve a woman’s lost wedding ring.

Do stories of people searching for lost rings of their loved ones warm your heart? Then, here's another one for you, this time from Canada

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Foreign Reserves are used by nations to pay for critical imports such as crude oil or services; they also help the nation in producing an adequate response during a financial crisis. Here is the list of the Top countries with the highest foreign reserves.

Forex Reserve 2025: Top 5 countries with highest foreign reserves

Russia has unveiled a new symbol of maritime power, touted as the "Sea Monster": the frigate Admiral Amelko, capable of carrying hypersonic missiles. Part of the Russian Navy’s Project 22350, the Gorshkov-class frigate’s launch is a key component of Russia’s ambitious $100 billion plan to modernise its navy. Pro-Russian military commentators are referring to it as the Sea Terminator. The warship boasts cutting-edge weaponry and strategic significance as Russia aims to establish naval dominance by 2050. Here is what you should know:<h2>Admiral Amelko is equipped with the Zircon hypersonic missile</h2>Admiral Amelko can carry advanced missile systems such as the 3M22 Zircon (Tsirkon) hypersonic cruise missile. Zircon, according to reports, represents a major leap in missile technology, with speeds reaching between Mach 8 and 9 (approximately 6,100–7,000 mph).&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/exclusive-russia-tests-space-rover-on-north-polar-ice-sheet-1755590879202">Exclusive: Russia tests space rover on North Polar ice sheet</a>The missile can strike targets up to 1,500 km away on both land and sea. Zircon’s plasma stealth technology makes it difficult to detect during flight. Its high velocity and manoeuvrability present a serious challenge to traditional naval defence systems.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/russian-navy-s-project-22350-frigate-admiral-amelko-launched-1756140264864/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/russian-navy-s-project-22350-frigate-admiral-amelko-launched-1756140264864/embed</a><h2>Admiral Amelko joins other formidable ships</h2>Admiral Amelko joins Russia’s growing naval fleet, alongside ships like the Admiral Gorshkov and Admiral Golovko, which have also carried and tested Zircon missiles. These multi-role combatant frigates are designed to challenge Western naval dominance, particularly in contested regions such as the Arctic, the Black Sea, and the Pacific.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/the-heart-of-the-matter-ukrainian-engines-drove-ins-tamal-to-india-not-russia-1751524543700">The heart of the matter: Ukrainian engines drove INS Tamal to India, not Russia</a><h2>Russian Navy revival and modernisation: What Putin wants</h2>The launch of Admiral Amelko is part of President Vladimir Putin’s vision for expanding and modernising the Russian Navy. In April 2025, he announced a $100.8 billion investment programme to support this goal. Planned developments include the construction of new warships, strategic nuclear submarines like the Borei-A and Yasen-M classes, and the integration of hypersonic, robotic, and unmanned systems.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ukrainian-drones-blows-up-russian-ship-carrying-iranian-uav-parts-hits-oil-refinery-ahead-of-trump-putin-meet-1755248142166">Ukrainian drones blow up Russian ship carrying Iranian UAV parts, hit oil refinery ahead of Trump-Putin meet</a>Over the past five years, Russia has launched nearly 50 vessels, including advanced submarines capable of carrying hypersonic weapons.This naval expansion is seen as a strategic effort—not only for deterrence and defence—but also to project influence in global hotspots and maintain control over critical maritime routes

<h2>Russian Navy revival and modernisation: What Putin wants</h2>The launch of Admiral Amelko is part of President Vladimir Putin’s vision for expanding and modernising the Russian Navy. In April 2025, he announced a $100.8 billion investment programme to support this goal. Planned developments include the construction of new warships, strategic nuclear submarines like the Borei-A and Yasen-M classes, and the integration of hypersonic, robotic, and unmanned systems.Over the past five years, Russia has launched nearly 50 vessels, including advanced submarines capable of carrying hypersonic weapons.This naval expansion is seen as a strategic effort—not only for deterrence and defence—but also to project influence in global hotspots and maintain control over critical maritime routes

Russia has deployed the frigate Admiral Amelko, armed with Zircon hypersonic missiles, as part of a $100bn naval expansion. Dubbed the "Sea Terminator" by commentators, the ship signals Moscow’s push for maritime dominance. Here is what you should know 

Russia has unveiled a new symbol of maritime power, touted as the "Sea Monster": the frigate Admiral Amelko, capable of carrying hypersonic missiles. Part of the Russian Navy’s Project 22350, the Gorshkov-class frigate’s launch is a key component of Russia’s ambitious $100 billion plan to modernise its navy. Pro-Russian military commentators are referring to it as the Sea Terminator. The warship boasts cutting-edge weaponry and strategic significance as Russia aims to establish naval dominance by 2050. Here is what you should know: Admiral Amelko is equipped with the Zircon hypersonic missile Admiral Amelko can carry advanced missile systems such as the 3M22 Zircon (Tsirkon) hypersonic cruise missile. Zircon, according to reports, represents a major leap in missile technology, with speeds reaching between Mach 8 and 9 (approximately 6,100–7,000 mph). Also read: Exclusive: Russia tests space rover on North Polar ice sheet The missile can strike targets up to 1,500 km away on both land and sea. Zircon’s plasma stealth technology makes it difficult to detect during flight. Its high velocity and manoeuvrability present a serious challenge to traditional naval defence systems. https://www.wionews.com/videos/russian-navy-s-project-22350-frigate-admiral-amelko-launched-1756140264864/embed Admiral Amelko joins other formidable ships Admiral Amelko joins Russia’s growing naval fleet, alongside ships like the Admiral Gorshkov and Admiral Golovko, which have also carried and tested Zircon missiles. These multi-role combatant frigates are designed to challenge Western naval dominance, particularly in contested regions such as the Arctic, the Black Sea, and the Pacific. Also read: The heart of the matter: Ukrainian engines drove INS Tamal to India, not Russia Russian Navy revival and modernisation: What Putin wants The launch of Admiral Amelko is part of President Vladimir Putin’s vision for expanding and modernising the Russian Navy. In April 2025, he announced a $100.8 billion investment programme to support this goal. Planned developments include the construction of new warships, strategic nuclear submarines like the Borei-A and Yasen-M classes, and the integration of hypersonic, robotic, and unmanned systems. Also read: Ukrainian drones blow up Russian ship carrying Iranian UAV parts, hit oil refinery ahead of Trump-Putin meet Over the past five years, Russia has launched nearly 50 vessels, including advanced submarines capable of carrying hypersonic weapons. This naval expansion is seen as a strategic effort—not only for deterrence and defence—but also to project influence in global hotspots and maintain control over critical maritime routes

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Sea Monster? Russian warship armed with hypersonic missiles launched as Moscow embarks on $100 bn Navy expansion to face rivals in the seas

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 25) said he has fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, posting a letter in which he told Cook that he was removing her from her position "effective immediately". The action, as per reports, is based on allegations by a Trump loyalist that the Fed governor had obtained mortgages on two homes while allegedly claiming they were her primary homes. The allegations have not been proved, and just last week, after they came to light, Cook said she had no "intention of being bullied" into stepping down. Responding to Trump's letter, Cook said Trump "has no authority" to fire her and that she would continue to "carry out my duties to help the American economy as I have been doing since 2022."<h2>What did Cook say about her firing?</h2>In a statement shared by her attorneys with CNN on Monday night, Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said, "President Trump purported to fire me ‘for cause’ when no cause exists under the law, and he has no authority to do so". "I will not resign. I will continue to carry out my duties to help the American economy as I have been doing since 2022," added the statement.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-fires-biden-appointee-fed-governor-lisa-cook-claims-sufficient-cause-of-mortgage-fraud-what-it-means-1756177933327">Trump fires Biden appointee Fed Governor Lisa Cook; claims 'sufficient cause' of mortgage fraud. What it means</a><h2>Why did Trump fire Cook?</h2>Trump, in the full text of his letter to Cook, stated that he found "sufficient cause" in the allegations against her to fire her. However, reports suggest that Cook's ignoring Trump's demands for lower interest rates could be behind the move. Furthermore, as per the Guardian, Cook's — a Joe Biden appointment — removal would allow Trump to bring in a replacement that would essentially give him more control of the federal policy.

This is the latest retaliatory measure taken by Trump against his political enemies since returning to the White House. While Cook is not a politician, she is a senior Fed policymaker who has repeatedly ignored Trump's calls for rate cuts.<h2>What are the mortgage fraud allegations against Cook?</h2>The attack on Cook was led by Trump loyalist Bill Pulte, who was appointed by the POTUS to lead the US Federal Housing Finance Agency. He alleged that the federal officer had claimed two different properties as her primary residences while obtaining mortgages in 2021. On X, Pulte wrote, "How can this woman be in charge of interest rates if she is allegedly lying to help her own interest rates?" while referring the case to the Department of Justice for investigation.Following this, on Wednesday, Trump on his social media account demanded that Cook "must resign, now!!!". However, Cook, in a statement, said, "I do intend to take any questions about my financial history seriously as a member of the Federal Reserve and so I am gathering the accurate information to answer any legitimate questions and provide the facts."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-reveals-he-has-talked-to-putin-recently-says-russian-prez-doesn-t-want-to-meet-zelensky-because-1756173323080">Trump reveals he talked to Putin recently, says Russian prez doesn't want to meet Zelensky because...</a><h2>Does Trump have the power to fire Cook under the US Constitution?</h2>Donald Trump's firing of Lisa Cook is unprecedented. This is the first instance of a president firing a central bank governor in the American central bank's 111-year history.But the real question is: Can Trump fire her? In his letter, Trump cites the Federal Reserve Act, saying it "provides that you may be removed, at my discretion, for cause," adding, "I have determined that there is sufficient cause to remove you from your position."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-satanic-trump-white-house-portrait-sets-internet-on-fire-netizens-call-it-his-most-honest-image-yet-compare-potus-to-hitler-1755752441076">‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler</a>The Federal Reserve Act of 1913 stipulates that a president can only remove a Fed governor "for cause." This has been interpreted by courts as requiring sufficient proof of wrongdoing, such as neglect of duty or malfeasance. However, it must be noted that the allegations against Cook are just that "allegations" which remain unproven. The Federal Reserve is an independent agency, and in the Supreme Court case Humphrey's Executor v. United States (1935), it was established that the President's power to remove officials is not unlimited. With Cook rejecting the firing, the case is expected to lead to a legal challenge that may go to the Supreme Court.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-fires-biden-appointed-fed-governor-lisa-cook-over-fraud-accusations-1756184377055/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/donald-trump-fires-biden-appointed-fed-governor-lisa-cook-over-fraud-accusations-1756184377055/embed</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;

US President Donald Trump on Truth Social declared that he has fired Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve Governor. To this, Cook, in a statement, has said that Trump does not have the authority to do so. Let's have a look at the legality of the move as per the US Constitution.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 25) said he has fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, posting a letter in which he told Cook that he was removing her from her position "effective immediately". The action, as per reports, is based on allegations by a Trump loyalist that the Fed governor had obtained mortgages on two homes while allegedly claiming they were her primary homes. The allegations have not been proved, and just last week, after they came to light, Cook said she had no "intention of being bullied" into stepping down. Responding to Trump's letter, Cook said Trump "has no authority" to fire her and that she would continue to "carry out my duties to help the American economy as I have been doing since 2022." What did Cook say about her firing? In a statement shared by her attorneys with CNN on Monday night, Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook said, "President Trump purported to fire me ‘for cause’ when no cause exists under the law, and he has no authority to do so". "I will not resign. I will continue to carry out my duties to help the American economy as I have been doing since 2022," added the statement. Also read | Trump fires Biden appointee Fed Governor Lisa Cook; claims 'sufficient cause' of mortgage fraud. What it means Why did Trump fire Cook? Trump, in the full text of his letter to Cook, stated that he found "sufficient cause" in the allegations against her to fire her. However, reports suggest that Cook's ignoring Trump's demands for lower interest rates could be behind the move. Furthermore, as per the Guardian, Cook's — a Joe Biden appointment — removal would allow Trump to bring in a replacement that would essentially give him more control of the federal policy.

US President Donald Trump on Truth Social declared that he has fired Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve Governor. Meanwhile, Cook, in a statement, has said that Trump does not have the authority to do so. Let's have a look at the legality of the move as per the US Constitution.

Explained | Why Trump fired Fed Governor Lisa Cook — and why she says he can't. Here's what US Constitution says

Hours after Israel's strike at Naseer Hospital in southern Gaza killed 19, including four journalists, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his 'regret' and called the incident a 'tragic mishap.' The Palestinian health ministry said that Israel carried out two strikes on the Nasser Medical Complex within minutes of each other. While the first hit the fourth floor of the hospital, the second strike hit ambulance crews and emergency workers, killing 'first responders and aid workers.'&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-strikes-gaza-hospital-netanyahu-says-regret-tragic-mishap-israel-army-orders-probe-1756177119888/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-strikes-gaza-hospital-netanyahu-says-regret-tragic-mishap-israel-army-orders-probe-1756177119888/embed</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/idf-vehicles-on-border-netanyahu-gaza-plan-israel-takes-first-step-to-takeover-gaza-city-hamas-reacts-pics-show-what-s-happening-1755750855183">IDF vehicles on border, Palestinians leave: Israel warns Hamas amid Netanyahu's Gaza take over plan, famine declared - What we know</a>&nbsp;In a post on X, Netanyahu expressed deep regret over the tragic incident at Nasser Hospital in Gaza, emphasised respect for journalists, medical staff, and civilians, and stated that an investigation is underway. He reaffirmed that Israel's war is against Hamas, aiming to defeat them and rescue hostages. Meanwhile, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF)said that it does not “intentionally target civilians.” It added that the IDF was forced to attack because ‘Hamas began this war, and created impossible conditions.’

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Israel deeply regrets the tragic mishap that occurred today at the Nasser Hospital in Gaza. Israel values the work of journalists, medical staff, and all civilians. The military authorities are conducting a thorough investigation. Our war is with Hamas terrorists. Our just…— Benjamin Netanyahu - בנימין נתניהו (@netanyahu) <a href="https://twitter.com/netanyahu/status/1960030187933835604?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-media-max-width="560">&quot;I would like to be clear from the start - the IDF does not intentionally target civilians. Hamas began this war, and created impossible conditions” 🎥WATCH: IDF Spokesperson BG Effie Defrin’s statement on the strike in the area of Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis. <a href="https://t.co/kABSCdSMU1">pic.twitter.com/kABSCdSMU1</a>&mdash; Israel Defense Forces (@IDF) <a href="https://twitter.com/IDF/status/1960015236662222955?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-bibi-is-a-good-man-trump-calls-netanyahu-and-himself-war-heroes-imposes-sanctions-on-international-criminal-court-1755745729804"> 'He's war hero and I'm too': Trump slams International Criminal Court for action against Netanyahu, imposes sanctions</a><h2>Past incidents when Netanyahu has expressed ‘regret’</h2>Church Shelling in Gaza City: A month earlier, in July 2025, stray Israeli tank fire struck the Holy Family Catholic Church, Gaza’s only Catholic place of worship, leaving three civilians dead. Netanyahu’s office later said Israel regretted the incident, attributing it to stray ammunition. He personally conveyed remorse in a phone call with Pope Leo XIV, underscoring that harming religious sites or civilians was never Israel’s intention. "Israel deeply regrets that a stray ammunition hit Gaza's only Catholic Church, killing three people sheltering there. Every innocent life lost is a tragedy. We share the grief of the families and the faithful," Netanyahu said in a statement.&nbsp;Read More |<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/israel-s-double-tap-strike-on-nasser-hospital-leaves-19-dead-including-4-journalists-who-were-they-1756122185694"> Israel's ‘double-tap’ strike on Nasser Hospital leaves 19 dead, including 4 journalists: Who were they?</a>&nbsp;Rafah strike: Following an Israeli airstrike on a displaced persons' tent camp in Rafah that killed around 45 civilians, Netanyahu acknowledged it was a “tragic mistake” and said it did not reflect Israel’s intent. He also announced an investigation into the incident. “Despite our utmost efforts not to harm innocent civilians, last night, there was a tragic mistake. We are investigating the incident and will obtain a conclusion because this is our policy,” Netanyahu said in an address to Israel’s parliament.&nbsp;<h2>Who were the journalists killed?</h2>Gaza’s Government Media Office identified the four journalists killed in the strike as:• Hossam al-Masri – photojournalist with Reuters• Mohammed Salama – photojournalist with Al Jazeera• Mariam Abu Daqa – journalist who worked with outlets including The Independent Arabic and Associated Press• Moaz Abu Taha – freelance journalist &nbsp;

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu expressed regret over Naseer hospital bombing, calling it a "tragic mishap." Past apologies include Rafah tent camp (45 dead) and Gaza church shelling (3 dead). Israel claims Hamas is the target, not civilians. Netanyahu has also said investigations is underway

Hours after Israel's strike at Naseer Hospital in southern Gaza killed 19, including four journalists, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed his 'regret' and called the incident a 'tragic mishap.' The Palestinian health ministry said that Israel carried out two strikes on the Nasser Medical Complex within minutes of each other. While the first hit the fourth floor of the hospital, the second strike hit ambulance crews and emergency workers, killing 'first responders and aid workers.' https://www.wionews.com/videos/israel-strikes-gaza-hospital-netanyahu-says-regret-tragic-mishap-israel-army-orders-probe-1756177119888/embed IDF vehicles on border, Palestinians leave: Israel warns Hamas amid Netanyahu's Gaza take over plan, famine declared - What we know In a post on X, Netanyahu expressed deep regret over the tragic incident at Nasser Hospital in Gaza, emphasised respect for journalists, medical staff, and civilians, and stated that an investigation is underway. He reaffirmed that Israel's war is against Hamas, aiming to defeat them and rescue hostages. Meanwhile, the Israel Defence Forces (IDF)said that it does not “intentionally target civilians.” It added that the IDF was forced to attack because ‘Hamas began this war, and created impossible conditions.’

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu expressed regret over Naseer hospital bombing, calling it a "tragic mishap." Past apologies include Rafah tent camp (45 dead) and Gaza church shelling (3 dead). Israel claims Hamas is the target, not civilians. Netanyahu has also said investigations is underway

Netanyahu 'regrets' Gaza hospital 'mishap' as Israel kills 4 journalists — Past incidents when Israeli PM 'regretted' attacks

A three-year-old girl in China walked into the hospital with a knife lodged in her head, a shocking video shows. The footage is from outside the Dongchuan People’s Hospital in south-west China. The girl can be seen with a six-inch blade stuck just above her right ear, walking with her mother. There are differing accounts of how the knife came to be lodged in the girl's skull. According to local reports quoting her mother, she was changing bedsheets when the knife accidentally flew and stabbed the girl in the head. However, a hospital staff member said that the mother admitted that she stabbed the girl with the knife. The three-year-old was throwing a tantrum, and the mother picked up the knife to scare her. However, she accidentally ended up steering it into her skull. The scared woman tried removing the knife, but could not. She went to the hospital, where she can be seen clearly panicking at the situation.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-110-625-scrawled-with-blood-on-pillow-saves-woman-in-china-1756130565718">Delivery man saw '110 625’ scribbled in blood on a white pillow and knew something was wrong. He was right</a> &nbsp;&nbsp;The doctors attended to the little girl, and a neurosurgeon performed a craniotomy. Thankfully, things went well, and the knife was successfully removed. The girl is stable, the doctors told local media. China Business View reported a doctor as saying that the girl surviving the scary incident was a miracle and possible because of her soft skull. He added that it was a good thing that the girl's mother didn't try to forcefully remove the knife from the skull, as this could have proved fatal. Meanwhile, the police looked into the matter and have given the mother a clean chit, saying that the stabbing appears accidental with no intention to deliberately harm the girl. Meanwhile, the Chinese social media is shocked to see the little girl walking around with a knife in her head.&nbsp;<h2>&nbsp;</h2><h2>Disturbing video. Viewer discretion is advised</h2>

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A fruit knife got lodged in the skull of a three-year-old, shocking onlookers at the hospital and people on the internet. The mother gave two different accounts of how the knife got there. Reports suggest it happened because of a tantrum.

A three-year-old girl in China walked into the hospital with a knife lodged in her head, a shocking video shows. The footage is from outside the Dongchuan People’s Hospital in south-west China. The girl can be seen with a six-inch blade stuck just above her right ear, walking with her mother. There are differing accounts of how the knife came to be lodged in the girl's skull. According to local reports quoting her mother, she was changing bedsheets when the knife accidentally flew and stabbed the girl in the head. However, a hospital staff member said that the mother admitted that she stabbed the girl with the knife. The three-year-old was throwing a tantrum, and the mother picked up the knife to scare her. However, she accidentally ended up steering it into her skull. The scared woman tried removing the knife, but could not. She went to the hospital, where she can be seen clearly panicking at the situation. Also Read: Delivery man saw '110 625’ scribbled in blood on a white pillow and knew something was wrong. He was right The doctors attended to the little girl, and a neurosurgeon performed a craniotomy. Thankfully, things went well, and the knife was successfully removed. The girl is stable, the doctors told local media. China Business View reported a doctor as saying that the girl surviving the scary incident was a miracle and possible because of her soft skull. He added that it was a good thing that the girl's mother didn't try to forcefully remove the knife from the skull, as this could have proved fatal. Meanwhile, the police looked into the matter and have given the mother a clean chit, saying that the stabbing appears accidental with no intention to deliberately harm the girl. Meanwhile, the Chinese social media is shocked to see the little girl walking around with a knife in her head. Disturbing video. Viewer discretion is advised

A fruit knife got lodged in the skull of a three-year-old, shocking onlookers at the hospital and people on the internet. The mother gave two different accounts of how the knife got there. Reports suggest it happened because of a tantrum.

3-year-old walks around with knife in her skull: Scare tactic goes wrong as mother accidentally stabs daughter | Video

The US, which was earlier aiding Ukraine, now says the state is no longer directly funding the war-torn country. Instead, it is benefiting from arms sales to European NATO partners, from whom the ammunition will be routed to Kyiv. This US President informed reporters at the White House on Monday (August 25).&nbsp;“I don’t blame Ukraine… if they come and ask for a hundred billion dollars and they get it,” Trump said as he also called Ukrainian President Zelensky ‘the greatest salesman I think I’ve ever met.’ The latter met Trump recently at the White House, marking the second meeting this year. In February, the room didn't read right, though this time around the engagement was way different.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-i-settled-india-and-pakistan-now-trump-eyes-thailand-cambodia-conflict-claims-trade-helped-end-wars-1753683175940">'I settled India and Pakistan': Trump eyes Thailand-Cambodia conflict, claims trade helped end wars</a>&nbsp;He added, "We don’t pay any money to Ukraine anymore. Do you know that? In fact, it’s the opposite. They request through NATO. We deal with NATO. We don’t deal really with Ukraine. NATO pays us in full and does what they want.”&nbsp;Trump has on many occasions criticised his predecessor, raising concerns about Biden's structure of US aid. And not too long ago, he has mentioned Ukraine has the right to defend itself.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-putin-summit-eu-not-hungary-welcomes-trump-s-effort-to-end-russia-s-war-of-aggression-against-ukraine-1754988829763">EU sans Hungary welcomes Trump's effort to end 'Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine'</a>&nbsp;Earlier, the US president was asked why America is funding a country that is 'scrapping the bottom of the barrel population'. This also highlights Trump's earlier statement that mentioned he was against the killing of people. To which the president promptly responded with 'this is Biden's war' which 'should have never happened, would have never happened'. He was confident as he said none of this would have happened if he were the president.

The US, which was earlier aiding Ukraine, now says the state is no longer directly funding the war-torn country. Instead, it is benefiting from arms sales to European NATO partners, from whom the ammunition will be routed to Kyiv. 

The US, which was earlier aiding Ukraine, now says the state is no longer directly funding the war-torn country. Instead, it is benefiting from arms sales to European NATO partners, from whom the ammunition will be routed to Kyiv. This US President informed reporters at the White House on Monday (August 25). “I don’t blame Ukraine… if they come and ask for a hundred billion dollars and they get it,” Trump said as he also called Ukrainian President Zelensky ‘the greatest salesman I think I’ve ever met.’ The latter met Trump recently at the White House, marking the second meeting this year. In February, the room didn't read right, though this time around the engagement was way different. Also read: 'I settled India and Pakistan': Trump eyes Thailand-Cambodia conflict, claims trade helped end wars He added, "We don’t pay any money to Ukraine anymore. Do you know that? In fact, it’s the opposite. They request through NATO. We deal with NATO. We don’t deal really with Ukraine. NATO pays us in full and does what they want.” Trump has on many occasions criticised his predecessor, raising concerns about Biden's structure of US aid. And not too long ago, he has mentioned Ukraine has the right to defend itself. Also read: EU sans Hungary welcomes Trump's effort to end 'Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine' Earlier, the US president was asked why America is funding a country that is 'scrapping the bottom of the barrel population'. This also highlights Trump's earlier statement that mentioned he was against the killing of people. To which the president promptly responded with 'this is Biden's war' which 'should have never happened, would have never happened'. He was confident as he said none of this would have happened if he were the president.

The US, which was earlier aiding Ukraine, now says the state is no longer directly funding the war-torn country. Instead, it is benefiting from arms sales to European NATO partners, from whom the ammunition will be routed to Kyiv.&nbsp;

'We don’t pay any money to Ukraine anymore,' Trump clarifies a week after meeting Zelensky

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 25) shared on Truth Social a letter he has sent to Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, firing her. In what marks the latest escalation in Trump's attack on the central bank's independence, the POTUS, in his letter, told Cook he was removing her from her position "effective immediately". The action, as per reports, is based on allegations by a Trump loyalist that the Fed governor had obtained mortgages on two homes while allegedly claiming they were her primary homes. The allegations have not been proved, and just last week, after they came to light, Cook said she had no "intention of being bullied" into stepping down.<h2>Why did Trump fire Cook?</h2>Trump, in the full text of his letter to Cook, stated that he found "sufficient cause" in the allegations against her to fire her. However, reports suggest that Cook's ignoring Trump's demands for lower interest rates could be behind the move. Furthermore, as per the Guardian, Cook's — a Joe Biden appointment — removal would allow Trump to bring in a replacement that would essentially give him more control of the federal policy.

This is the latest retaliatory measure taken by Trump against his political enemies since returning to the White House. While Cook is not a politician, she is a senior Fed policymaker who has repeatedly ignored Trump's calls for rate cuts.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nikki-haley-tells-india-to-take-trump-seriously-warns-against-choosing-russian-oil-over-ties-with-us-1756001714373">Nikki Haley tells India to 'take Trump seriously,' warns against choosing Russian oil over ties with US</a><h2>What are the mortgage allegations against Cook?</h2>The attack on Cook was led by Trump loyalist Bill Pulte, who was appointed by the POTUS to lead the US Federal Housing Finance Agency. He alleged that the federal officer had claimed two different properties as her primary residences while obtaining mortgages in 2021. On X, Pulte wrote, "How can this woman be in charge of interest rates if she is allegedly lying to help her own interest rates?" while referring the case to the Department of Justice for investigation.Following this, on Wednesday, Trump on his social media account demanded that Cook "must resign, now!!!". However, Cook, in a statement, said, "I do intend to take any questions about my financial history seriously as a member of the Federal Reserve and so I am gathering the accurate information to answer any legitimate questions and provide the facts."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/who-is-sergio-gor-trump-loyalist-once-dubbed-snake-by-musk-to-be-us-envoy-to-india-all-you-need-to-know-about-him-1755913509372">Who is Sergio Gor? Trump loyalist once dubbed 'snake' by Musk, to be US envoy to India. All you need to know about him</a><h2>Why would multiple mortgages constitute mortgage fraud?</h2>While having mortgages is not fraud, falsely claiming multiple houses as "primary residences" could be considered mortgage fraud. This is because lenders offer more favourable terms, like lower interest rates and smaller down payments, on mortgages for a borrower's primary residence. The reasoning is that a borrower is much less likely to default on a loan for the home they live in, as opposed to a second home or an investment property.

Trump, in a move seen as an escalation of his efforts to control the central bank, has fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Trump cited allegations of mortgage fraud against Cook, which she has denied. 

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 25) shared on Truth Social a letter he has sent to Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, firing her. In what marks the latest escalation in Trump's attack on the central bank's independence, the POTUS, in his letter, told Cook he was removing her from her position "effective immediately". The action, as per reports, is based on allegations by a Trump loyalist that the Fed governor had obtained mortgages on two homes while allegedly claiming they were her primary homes. The allegations have not been proved, and just last week, after they came to light, Cook said she had no "intention of being bullied" into stepping down. Why did Trump fire Cook? Trump, in the full text of his letter to Cook, stated that he found "sufficient cause" in the allegations against her to fire her. However, reports suggest that Cook's ignoring Trump's demands for lower interest rates could be behind the move. Furthermore, as per the Guardian, Cook's — a Joe Biden appointment — removal would allow Trump to bring in a replacement that would essentially give him more control of the federal policy.

Trump, in a move seen as an escalation of his efforts to control the central bank, has fired Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook. Trump cited allegations of mortgage fraud against Cook, which she has denied.&nbsp;

Trump fires Biden appointee Fed Governor Lisa Cook; claims 'sufficient cause' of mortgage fraud. What it means

As the deadline for the imposition of additional tariffs on India nears, the US government has issued a notice stating that the 25 per cent tariff would kick in on Aug 27 at 12 am. The notice issued by the US Department of Homeland Security officially said that the new tariff was in response to "threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation", and India was being targeted as part of that policy. The notice also stated that increased tariffs would hit Indian products that “that are entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 AM eastern daylight time on August 27, 2025.” &nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">The US Department of Homeland Security released a draft notice detailing plans to impose a 50% tariff on Indian products, as previously announced by US President Donald Trump (n/1) <a href="https://t.co/ut4MuDJxN1">pic.twitter.com/ut4MuDJxN1</a>&mdash; Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) <a href="https://twitter.com/PTI_News/status/1960155405851771044?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pm-narendra-modi-s-swadeshi-push-before-trump-s-additional-tariff-kicks-in-how-indian-pm-reacted-to-us-tariff-war-so-fa-1756173760722">PM Modi's 'swadeshi' push before Trump's additional tariff kicks in: Indian PM's three big statements on US tariff war</a>&nbsp;Earlier, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed that the US imposed tariffs on India to end the Russia-Ukraine war. She added that additional tariffs on India were to put pressure on Russia. The Trump administration also accused India of funding Russia's war against Ukraine indirectly by buying the Russian oil despite US sanctions. Meanwhile, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reiterated his government's commitment towards farmers and small businesses. In a bold 'swadeshi' message, he said that businessmen should keep a big board outside their establishments, saying they sell ‘swadeshi’ goods, urging citizens to buy only 'Made in India' products this festival season. He also reiterated that the country won't compromise on the interests of farmers and small businesses.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/independence-day-2025-pm-narendra-modi-s-big-message-to-us-amid-trump-s-tariff-trade-war-50-percent-tariff-1755228508072">'Modi standing like a wall...': PM's BOLD message to US on Independence Day amid Trump's tariff war</a><a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-u-s-tariff-clash-india-will-not-yield-to-u-s-tariffs-says-pm-modi-1756175331236/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/india-u-s-tariff-clash-india-will-not-yield-to-u-s-tariffs-says-pm-modi-1756175331236/embed</a><h2>Trump's trade war and India's response</h2>Trump, on July 31, imposed modified tariffs on its trading partners, citing an ongoing national emergency. The US had paused the April 2 tariffs, giving countries a window of 90 days to sign a trade deal with America. In the new tariffs, the Trump administration imposed a 25 per cent tariff on India. Trump then announced an additional tariff of 25 per cent on India for buying Russian oil and warned about doing the same with other nations.&nbsp;Read More | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/ex-us-nsa-john-bolton-calls-trump-s-tariffs-on-india-enormous-mistake-says-this-about-china-russia-1754720285433">Ex-US NSA John Bolton calls Trump's tariffs on India ‘enormous mistake’</a>

The US has issued a notice to India on additional 25 per cent tariffs linking it to its policy against the Russian government. India already faced a 25 per cent tariff as part of a reciprocal tariff regime. The Trump administration has imposed an additional 25 per cent for buying Russian oil

As the deadline for the imposition of additional tariffs on India nears, the US government has issued a notice stating that the 25 per cent tariff would kick in on Aug 27 at 12 am. The notice issued by the US Department of Homeland Security officially said that the new tariff was in response to "threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation", and India was being targeted as part of that policy. The notice also stated that increased tariffs would hit Indian products that “that are entered for consumption, or withdrawn from warehouse for consumption, on or after 12:01 AM eastern daylight time on August 27, 2025.”

The US has issued a notice to India on additional 25 per cent tariffs linking it to its policy against the Russian government. India already faced a 25 per cent tariff as part of a reciprocal tariff regime. The Trump administration has imposed an additional 25 per cent for buying Russian oil

'Actions of Russia...': US issues notice to India on additional 25% tariff, explains why Trump is targeting New Delhi

A delivery driver in China saved a woman after he found a pillow with the number "110" scribbled on the roadside near a residential building. He was on a food delivery run when he came across the white pillow. The woman has been stuck in her bedroom for 30 hours without food or water. The incident happened on August 12 in Sichuan province, southwestern China. The driver, surnamed Zhang, is a university student who was on a summer job. He saw 110 written on the pillow in dark red colour, along with the number 625. He instantly knew that someone was in danger and so called the police. The number 110 is an emergency number in China. The police needed to figure out where the pillow had come from. They contacted the employee of a nearby hotel who recognised the design of the pillow. It had come from the homestay on the 25th floor of Building 6 - so the number 625. Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/woman-pops-pimple-in-triangle-of-death-ends-up-with-brain-infection-1756090843995">Woman pops pimple in 'triangle of death', ends up with brain infection</a>&nbsp;The police feared that the pillow was thrown by a victim of a kidnapping or a violent crime. They rushed to the building where they knocked on the door. When no one answered, they forced their way in. They found that the homestay owner, a woman surnamed Zhou, had accidentally gotten locked inside the bedroom. She was in there cleaning the room when the wind shut the door. The woman was inside for 30 hours. She didn't have access to the toilet, and her phone was also in the living room, leaving her with no way to contact anyone. She tried attracting attention by hanging a red suit out of the window and dropping foam boards. But no one noticed.&nbsp;This caused extreme mental distress to the woman. When nothing worked, she bit her finger and used her blood to write the number 110 625 on the pillow, which she threw out. After being rescued, she told Red Star News that her happiness knew no bounds when she saw the police. She tried to thank Zhang by giving him 1,000 yuan, but the student refused to take the money. “He is still a student, yet he refused to accept it. I was deeply touched. It made me feel the warmth of society,” she said&nbsp;Zhang said that he only did a small act of kindness, something anyone would have done. However, his efforts were rewarded by his company, Meituan, which gave him the honorary title of Pioneer Rider and a 2,000 yuan reward.

A woman in China got stuck in a bedroom for 30 hours without access to food, water or the toilet. Her phone was in the living room. She threw a pillow with 110 scribbled on it with blood to ask for help.  

A delivery driver in China saved a woman after he found a pillow with the number "110" scribbled on the roadside near a residential building. He was on a food delivery run when he came across the white pillow. The woman has been stuck in her bedroom for 30 hours without food or water. The incident happened on August 12 in Sichuan province, southwestern China. The driver, surnamed Zhang, is a university student who was on a summer job. He saw 110 written on the pillow in dark red colour, along with the number 625. He instantly knew that someone was in danger and so called the police. The number 110 is an emergency number in China. The police needed to figure out where the pillow had come from. They contacted the employee of a nearby hotel who recognised the design of the pillow. It had come from the homestay on the 25th floor of Building 6 - so the number 625. Also Read: Woman pops pimple in 'triangle of death', ends up with brain infection The police feared that the pillow was thrown by a victim of a kidnapping or a violent crime. They rushed to the building where they knocked on the door. When no one answered, they forced their way in. They found that the homestay owner, a woman surnamed Zhou, had accidentally gotten locked inside the bedroom. She was in there cleaning the room when the wind shut the door. The woman was inside for 30 hours. She didn't have access to the toilet, and her phone was also in the living room, leaving her with no way to contact anyone. She tried attracting attention by hanging a red suit out of the window and dropping foam boards. But no one noticed. This caused extreme mental distress to the woman. When nothing worked, she bit her finger and used her blood to write the number 110 625 on the pillow, which she threw out. After being rescued, she told Red Star News that her happiness knew no bounds when she saw the police. She tried to thank Zhang by giving him 1,000 yuan, but the student refused to take the money. “He is still a student, yet he refused to accept it. I was deeply touched. It made me feel the warmth of society,” she said Zhang said that he only did a small act of kindness, something anyone would have done. However, his efforts were rewarded by his company, Meituan, which gave him the honorary title of Pioneer Rider and a 2,000 yuan reward.

A woman in China got stuck in a bedroom for 30 hours without access to food, water or the toilet. Her phone was in the living room. She threw a pillow with 110 scribbled on it with blood to ask for help. &nbsp;

Delivery man saw '110 625’ scribbled in blood on a white pillow and knew something was wrong. He was right

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 25) said that he spoke again with Russian President Vladimir Putin, days after his Washington meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and several European leaders. Trump was last known to have called Putin on August 18, during his White House talks with Zelensky and European counterparts. Asked by reporters if there had been further contact, Trump confirmed: “Yes, I have.” After his August 18 call, Trump announced that Putin had agreed to a direct meeting with Zelensky, but Moscow has since denied such plans. Pressed on why Putin was reluctant, Trump replied bluntly: “Because he doesn’t like him.”<h2>Good conversation with Putin</h2>When asked about how the latest bout of communication with Putin went, Trump told reporters, "Every conversation I have with him is a good conversation," but said that he was "very angry" about the fact that after good conversations, "a bomb is loaded up into Kyiv or someplace".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protecting-putin-trump-quietly-banned-ukraine-from-striking-inside-russia-with-us-missiles-suggests-report-1756000916653">Protecting Putin? Trump administration quietly banned Ukraine from striking inside Russia, suggests report</a>Responding to questions about why Putin was avoiding meeting Zelensky, Trump simply said, "Because he doesn't like him,". Even so, Trump insisted a deal to end the war was still within reach. “I think we’re going to get the war done,” he said.<h2>US and European allies agree to work towards a "lasting" settlement</h2>Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday spoke with Ukraine’s foreign minister and counterparts from Britain, France, Finland, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the EU. According to the State Department, the group agreed to keep working toward "continue cooperation in diplomatic efforts to bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end through a lasting negotiated settlement."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-satanic-trump-white-house-portrait-sets-internet-on-fire-netizens-call-it-his-most-honest-image-yet-compare-potus-to-hitler-1755752441076">‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler</a><h2>What about Ukraine's security guarantees?</h2>Following his meeting with Zelensky and EU leaders, Trump had told the Ukrainian President that Washington would back Ukraine's security in a deal to end the war with Russia. Now, Italy's foreign minister, Antonio Tajani, has once again urged concrete security guarantees for Kyiv, modelled on NATO’s principle of collective defence. He also said Italy was ready to join demining efforts on land and sea. Tajani "highlighted the importance of concrete and credible security guarantees for Ukraine, notably in strengthening the Ukrainian armed forces and its defense industry," stated a foreign ministry statement.<a href="https://www.wionews.com/videos/zelensky-dares-putin-trump-with-attacks-on-russia-s-oil-facilities-ports-1756144781560/embed">https://www.wionews.com/videos/zelensky-dares-putin-trump-with-attacks-on-russia-s-oil-facilities-ports-1756144781560/embed</a>&nbsp;

US President Trump says he had another "good conversation" with his Russian counterpart. He has also revealed the reason President Vladimir Putin wasn't meeting Volodomyr Zelensky. Here's all you need to know.

US President Donald Trump on Monday (Aug 25) said that he spoke again with Russian President Vladimir Putin, days after his Washington meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and several European leaders. Trump was last known to have called Putin on August 18, during his White House talks with Zelensky and European counterparts. Asked by reporters if there had been further contact, Trump confirmed: “Yes, I have.” After his August 18 call, Trump announced that Putin had agreed to a direct meeting with Zelensky, but Moscow has since denied such plans. Pressed on why Putin was reluctant, Trump replied bluntly: “Because he doesn’t like him.” Good conversation with Putin When asked about how the latest bout of communication with Putin went, Trump told reporters, "Every conversation I have with him is a good conversation," but said that he was "very angry" about the fact that after good conversations, "a bomb is loaded up into Kyiv or someplace". Also read | Protecting Putin? Trump administration quietly banned Ukraine from striking inside Russia, suggests report Responding to questions about why Putin was avoiding meeting Zelensky, Trump simply said, "Because he doesn't like him,". Even so, Trump insisted a deal to end the war was still within reach. “I think we’re going to get the war done,” he said. US and European allies agree to work towards a "lasting" settlement Meanwhile, Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday spoke with Ukraine’s foreign minister and counterparts from Britain, France, Finland, Germany, Italy, Poland, and the EU. According to the State Department, the group agreed to keep working toward "continue cooperation in diplomatic efforts to bring the Russia-Ukraine war to an end through a lasting negotiated settlement." Also read | ‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler What about Ukraine's security guarantees? Following his meeting with Zelensky and EU leaders, Trump had told the Ukrainian President that Washington would back Ukraine's security in a deal to end the war with Russia. Now, Italy's foreign minister, Antonio Tajani, has once again urged concrete security guarantees for Kyiv, modelled on NATO’s principle of collective defence. He also said Italy was ready to join demining efforts on land and sea. Tajani "highlighted the importance of concrete and credible security guarantees for Ukraine, notably in strengthening the Ukrainian armed forces and its defense industry," stated a foreign ministry statement. https://www.wionews.com/videos/zelensky-dares-putin-trump-with-attacks-on-russia-s-oil-facilities-ports-1756144781560/embed

US President Trump says he had another "good conversation" with his Russian counterpart. He has also revealed the reason President Vladimir Putin wasn't meeting Volodomyr Zelensky. Here's all you need to know.

Trump reveals he talked to Putin recently, says Russian prez doesn't want to meet Zelensky because...

United States Vice President JD Vance has landed in trouble after he rewrote history while trying to defend US President Donald Trump's strategy to end the Ukraine War. During an interview, Vance argued in favour of Trump's give-and-take negotiations instead of the sanctions and ceasefire approach taken earlier. He claimed that wars only end through "some kind of negotiation," citing World War I and World War II as examples.<h2>What did Vance say?</h2>VP JD Vance tried to defend Donald Trump's new Ukraine strategy on NBC's Meet the Press—but ended up rewriting history. He argued that wars only end through "some kind of negotiation". Vance, a former marine correspondent, said, "If you go back to World War II, if you go back to World War I. If you go back to every major conflict in human history, they all end with some kind of negotiation".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/-satanic-trump-white-house-portrait-sets-internet-on-fire-netizens-call-it-his-most-honest-image-yet-compare-potus-to-hitler-1755752441076">‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler</a>The problem with the statement: World War II did not end with talks, but with Germany's unconditional surrender in May 1945 and Japan's in September 1945, that too after Japan's Hiroshima and Nagasaki were devastated by two massive atomic bombs in August of that year.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">JD Vance: "This is how wars ultimately get settled. If you go back to World War 2, if you go back to every major conflict in human history, they all end with some kind of negotiation." <a href="https://t.co/FB4VJgljG5">pic.twitter.com/FB4VJgljG5</a>— Aaron Rupar (@atrupar) <a href="https://twitter.com/atrupar/status/1959620851369701496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Netizens fact-check Vance</h2>Unfortunately for Vance, Social media wasted no time fact-checking him."JD Vance just embarrassed himself with history 101...Oversimplifying history to justify weak arguments on modern conflicts isn’t insight it’s ignorance on parade. Public officials should know better: misrepresenting historical facts misleads the public and weakens any credibility they claim,"one user wrote.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">JD Vance just embarrassed himself with history 101. World War II didn’t end with “negotiation” Germany and Japan surrendered unconditionally. There were no red carpets, no deals over France, no backroom bargains. The Allies won because they fought and crushed the aggressors, not…— Charles Perreira (@CharlesPerreir7) <a href="https://twitter.com/CharlesPerreir7/status/1959639029088973070?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

"Vance really is an ignoramus," quipped another, while a third said, “Wrong. World War II didn’t 'end in negotiation.' It ended with Nazi Germany in ruins and Japan in unconditional surrender. Vance isn’t citing history — he’s rewriting it for Putin.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Vance really is an ignoramus.— saul knipses (@SKnipses) <a href="https://twitter.com/SKnipses/status/1959802797773180968?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Wrong. World War II didn’t “end in negotiation.” It ended with Nazi Germany in ruins and Japan in unconditional surrender. Vance isn’t citing history — he’s rewriting it for Putin.— AnatolijUkraine (@AnatoliUkraine) <a href="https://twitter.com/AnatoliUkraine/status/1959667203436863729?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 24, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>Trump's shifting stance on Ukraine</h2>Vance's bizarre statement comes as Trump pivots from threatening Putin with "severe consequences" just days ago to now pushing mediation, land swaps and "middle ground" solutions.Pressed on whether this meant Ukraine should give up territory, Vance said: "First of all, the Ukrainians are going to ultimately make the determination about where you draw the territorial lines in their own country".Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/protecting-putin-trump-quietly-banned-ukraine-from-striking-inside-russia-with-us-missiles-suggests-report-1756000916653">Protecting Putin? Trump administration quietly banned Ukraine from striking inside Russia, suggests report</a>"If Ukrainians are willing to say something on territory that brings the conflict to a close, we’re not going to stop them. We’re also not going to force them, because it’s not our country," he added. He insisted the US was "not active parties in the negotiation" and its role would be "effectively mediating".

Did WWII end with a "negotiation"? US VP JD Vance is under fire for claiming major conflicts in history all end with some form of negotiation, sparking backlash and a history lesson from netizens. Find out what he said and why it's causing an uproar.

United States Vice President JD Vance has landed in trouble after he rewrote history while trying to defend US President Donald Trump's strategy to end the Ukraine War. During an interview, Vance argued in favour of Trump's give-and-take negotiations instead of the sanctions and ceasefire approach taken earlier. He claimed that wars only end through "some kind of negotiation," citing World War I and World War II as examples. What did Vance say? VP JD Vance tried to defend Donald Trump's new Ukraine strategy on NBC's Meet the Press—but ended up rewriting history. He argued that wars only end through "some kind of negotiation". Vance, a former marine correspondent, said, "If you go back to World War II, if you go back to World War I. If you go back to every major conflict in human history, they all end with some kind of negotiation". Also read | ‘Satanic’ Trump White House portrait sets internet on fire—netizens call it his most honest image yet, compare POTUS to Hitler The problem with the statement: World War II did not end with talks, but with Germany's unconditional surrender in May 1945 and Japan's in September 1945, that too after Japan's Hiroshima and Nagasaki were devastated by two massive atomic bombs in August of that year.

Did WWII end with a "negotiation"? US VP JD Vance is under fire for claiming major conflicts in history all end with some form of negotiation, sparking backlash and a history lesson from netizens. Find out what he said and why it's causing an uproar.

JD Vance labelled 'ignoramus' for saying THIS embarrassing thing about WWII while defending Trump

For the second time in as many days, SpaceX has called off the launch of its massive Starship rocket in Texas. The company was forced to stand down once again on Monday (Aug 25) evening, this time due to bad weather. This comes less than 24 hours after a separate launch attempt was scrubbed because of a liquid oxygen leak. Starship, stacked on its Super Heavy booster, towers 397 feet (121 meters) is a behemoth, taller than the Statue of Liberty. It is central to Elon Musk's vision of reusable rockets capable of carrying people to the Moon and Mars. The 403-foot behemoth was supposed to blast off from Starbase in Texas at 7.30 pm local time (0030 GMT) for its tenth test flight.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/is-musk-s-dream-rocket-cursed-space-x-scrubs-megarocket-starship-s-10th-test-amid-string-of-explosions-and-failures-1756083270563">Is Musk's dream rocket cursed? Space X scrubs megarocket Starship's 10th test amid string of explosions and failures</a><h2>Why did SpaceX cancel Starship's latest launch attempt?</h2>On X, the company said that it was “Standing down from today’s flight test attempt due to weather.” It added that the “Starship team is determining the next best available opportunity to fly”.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Standing down from today’s flight test attempt due to weather. Starship team is determining the next best available opportunity to fly&mdash; SpaceX (@SpaceX) <a href="https://twitter.com/SpaceX/status/1960130754714935426?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 26, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

<h2>SpaceX's string of failures grows</h2>The latest delay piles onto a string of high-profile failures. Starship's upper stage has exploded in all three of its test flights this year, with debris falling over Caribbean islands in two cases and one stage breaking apart after reaching space. Another blew up on the ground during a June static fire test. So far, the rocket hasn't managed to deliver a payload to orbit or return its upper stage intact. However, Musk remains unfazed. Replying to a user on X on Sunday, Musk predicted, “In about 6 or 7 years, there will be days where Starship launches more than 24 times in 24 hours.”Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/trending/jd-vance-doesn-t-know-history-us-vp-sparks-backlash-after-claiming-wwii-ended-with-negotiation-while-defending-trump-s-ukraine-plan-1756113223188">JD Vance labelled 'ignoramus' for claiming WWII ended in 'negotiations' while defending Trump</a><h2>Starship: Humanity's dream of reaching Mars</h2>US President Donald Trump's former DOGE chief, Elon Musk, as per AFP, has pegged SpaceX's entire future to the entirely reusable rocket, planning to eventually phase out the workhorse Falcon rockets in favour of Starship. NASA, too, has tapped it for its first crewed lunar mission since Apollo, tentatively set for 2027. Despite the setbacks, SpaceX is sticking to its "fail fast, learn fast" approach, pushing ahead with test after test. The company has managed to successfully catch Starship's massive lower stage booster with "chopstick" launch tower arms three times.Still, critics are starting to wonder if Musk's most ambitious gamble is wobbling."I think there is a lot of pressure on this mission," space analyst Dallas Kasaboski told AFP. "We've had so many tests and it hasn't proven itself reliable -- the successes have not exceeded the failures." Others, like Will Lockett, a former engineer turned commentator, have gone further, questioning whether the whole Starship concept is "fundamentally flawed". &nbsp;

Elon Musk's bad luck continues as megarocket Starship is forced to ground again, this time due to bad weather. Here's all you need to know.

For the second time in as many days, SpaceX has called off the launch of its massive Starship rocket in Texas. The company was forced to stand down once again on Monday (Aug 25) evening, this time due to bad weather. This comes less than 24 hours after a separate launch attempt was scrubbed because of a liquid oxygen leak. Starship, stacked on its Super Heavy booster, towers 397 feet (121 meters) is a behemoth, taller than the Statue of Liberty. It is central to Elon Musk's vision of reusable rockets capable of carrying people to the Moon and Mars. The 403-foot behemoth was supposed to blast off from Starbase in Texas at 7.30 pm local time (0030 GMT) for its tenth test flight. Also read | Is Musk's dream rocket cursed? Space X scrubs megarocket Starship's 10th test amid string of explosions and failures Why did SpaceX cancel Starship's latest launch attempt? On X, the company said that it was “Standing down from today’s flight test attempt due to weather.” It added that the “Starship team is determining the next best available opportunity to fly”.

Elon Musk's bad luck continues as megarocket Starship is forced to ground again, this time due to bad weather. Here's all you need to know.

Elon Musk’s Starship grounded again: SpaceX scraps Texas launch for second time in 2 days

Ex-cartel kingpin of Mexico, Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, pleaded guilty on Monday (August 25) to US drug trafficking charges. He said in court that he was sorry for helping flood the US with cocaine, heroin, and other illicit substances. He also accepted that he fueled deadly violence in Mexico. “I recognize the great harm illegal drugs have done to the people of the United States, of Mexico, and elsewhere,” he said through a Spanish-language interpreter, adding: “I take responsibility for my role in all of it and I apologize to everyone who has suffered or been affected by my actions."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-paid-zero-in-9bn-intel-deal-despite-critics-fury-1756134323490">'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despitecritics’fury</a><h2>'Will die in a US federal prison'</h2>Reacting to this, Donald Trump's Attorney General Pam Bondi called the judgment a "landmark victory" and said he “will die in a US federal prison where he belongs."&nbsp;This came as the American president and his Justice Department have amplified the US fight against drug cartels. The Trump administration declared them a terrorist organisation. Bondi noted Mexico’s opposition to the death penalty, which is a factor in its willingness to extradite suspects to the US. Although Zambada wasn’t extradited, she alluded to the nations’ understanding that “we cannot seek the death penalty” for those who are.<h2>Trump admin needs to 'put up' or 'shut up' in court</h2>&nbsp;Democratic senator from Maryland, Chris Van Hollen, grilled the Trump administration on Monday (August 25), saying that they continue to "spread lies about the facts” of Kilmar Ábrego García’s case. He said, Instead of spewing unproven allegations in the press and social media, the Trump Administration needs to put up or shut up in court and allow Mr. Ábrego García the opportunity to defend himself."&nbsp;This came after a federal judge said that she will order federal officials to keep García in the US only till she weighs a new legal challenge from him to the Trump administration’s plans to quickly deport him to Uganda.&nbsp;US District Judge Paula Xinis said during a brief hearing this afternoon that she’s planning to stretch out an existing hold on Abrego García’s removal so she can more fully consider whether officials are violating his due process rights.&nbsp;

Ex-cartel kingpin of Mexico, Ismael El Mayo Zambada, pleaded guilty on Monday (August 25) to US drug trafficking charges. He said in court that he was sorry for helping flood the US with cocaine, heroin, and other illicit substances.

Ex-cartel kingpin of Mexico, Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, pleaded guilty on Monday (August 25) to US drug trafficking charges. He said in court that he was sorry for helping flood the US with cocaine, heroin, and other illicit substances. He also accepted that he fueled deadly violence in Mexico. “I recognize the great harm illegal drugs have done to the people of the United States, of Mexico, and elsewhere,” he said through a Spanish-language interpreter, adding: “I take responsibility for my role in all of it and I apologize to everyone who has suffered or been affected by my actions." Also read: 'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despitecritics’fury 'Will die in a US federal prison' Reacting to this, Donald Trump's Attorney General Pam Bondi called the judgment a "landmark victory" and said he “will die in a US federal prison where he belongs." This came as the American president and his Justice Department have amplified the US fight against drug cartels. The Trump administration declared them a terrorist organisation. Bondi noted Mexico’s opposition to the death penalty, which is a factor in its willingness to extradite suspects to the US. Although Zambada wasn’t extradited, she alluded to the nations’ understanding that “we cannot seek the death penalty” for those who are. Trump admin needs to 'put up' or 'shut up' in court Democratic senator from Maryland, Chris Van Hollen, grilled the Trump administration on Monday (August 25), saying that they continue to "spread lies about the facts” of Kilmar Ábrego García’s case. He said, Instead of spewing unproven allegations in the press and social media, the Trump Administration needs to put up or shut up in court and allow Mr. Ábrego García the opportunity to defend himself." This came after a federal judge said that she will order federal officials to keep García in the US only till she weighs a new legal challenge from him to the Trump administration’s plans to quickly deport him to Uganda. US District Judge Paula Xinis said during a brief hearing this afternoon that she’s planning to stretch out an existing hold on Abrego García’s removal so she can more fully consider whether officials are violating his due process rights.

Ex-cartel kingpin of Mexico, Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada, pleaded guilty on Monday (August 25) to US drug trafficking charges. He said in court that he was sorry for helping flood the US with cocaine, heroin, and other illicit substances.

Mexican drug lord ‘El Mayo’ Zambada pleads guilty in US, Pam Bondi says he’ll die in jail where he ‘belongs’

US President Donald Trump expressed his desire to change the name of the US defence department on Monday (August 25). He said for the third time today that he plans to rebrand the “Department of Defense” by returning to the pre-1947 name, the “Department of War”.&nbsp;“So Pete, you started off by saying the ‘Department of Defense’, and somehow it didn’t sound good to me, you know, it didn’t sound good. ‘Defense’ what are we ‘defense’, why are we ‘defense’? So it used to be called the ‘Department of War’ and it had a stronger sound”, the president said.He then told the handful of officials lined up behind him – namely: JD Vance, the vice-president; Pam Bondi, the attorney general; Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary; Stephen Miller, the deputy chief of staff; Terry Cole, the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration; and Hegseth – “if you people want to, standing behind me, if you take a little vote and you want to change it back to what it was when we used to win wars all the time, that’s okay with me”.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-paid-zero-in-9bn-intel-deal-despite-critics-fury-1756134323490">'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despitecritics’fury</a> Later, while talking alongside the president of South Korea, Lee Jae Myung, Trump said, “Pete Hegseth has been incredible with the, as I call it, the ‘Department of War’. You know, we call it the ‘Department of Defense’, but, between us, I think we’re going to change the name."&nbsp;The American president even gave his explanation for the name change, saying, “We won the World War I, World War II, it was called the ‘Department of War’. And to me, that’s really what it is."“It just to me, seems like a just a much more appropriate… the other is, ‘Defense is too defensive. And we want to be defensive, but we want to be offensive, too if we have to be. So, it just sounded to me better," Trump said. When reporters asked him, "On the Department of War, how do you plan to do that? It requires an act of Congress to rename the Defense Department..."&nbsp;Trump replied, "We're just going to do it. I'm sure Congress will go along if we need that...Defense is too defensive. We want to be defensive, but we want to be offensive, too if we have to be."

Donald Trump said he wants to change the name of the US defence department. He said for the third time today that he plans to rebrand the Department of Defense by returning to the pre-1947 name, the Department of War.

US President Donald Trump expressed his desire to change the name of the US defence department on Monday (August 25). He said for the third time today that he plans to rebrand the “Department of Defense” by returning to the pre-1947 name, the “Department of War”. “So Pete, you started off by saying the ‘Department of Defense’, and somehow it didn’t sound good to me, you know, it didn’t sound good. ‘Defense’ what are we ‘defense’, why are we ‘defense’? So it used to be called the ‘Department of War’ and it had a stronger sound”, the president said. He then told the handful of officials lined up behind him – namely: JD Vance, the vice-president; Pam Bondi, the attorney general; Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary; Stephen Miller, the deputy chief of staff; Terry Cole, the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration; and Hegseth – “if you people want to, standing behind me, if you take a little vote and you want to change it back to what it was when we used to win wars all the time, that’s okay with me”. Also read: 'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despitecritics’fury Later, while talking alongside the president of South Korea, Lee Jae Myung, Trump said, “Pete Hegseth has been incredible with the, as I call it, the ‘Department of War’. You know, we call it the ‘Department of Defense’, but, between us, I think we’re going to change the name." The American president even gave his explanation for the name change, saying, “We won the World War I, World War II, it was called the ‘Department of War’. And to me, that’s really what it is." “It just to me, seems like a just a much more appropriate… the other is, ‘Defense is too defensive. And we want to be defensive, but we want to be offensive, too if we have to be. So, it just sounded to me better," Trump said. When reporters asked him, "On the Department of War, how do you plan to do that? It requires an act of Congress to rename the Defense Department..." Trump replied, "We're just going to do it. I'm sure Congress will go along if we need that...Defense is too defensive. We want to be defensive, but we want to be offensive, too if we have to be."

Donald Trump said he wants to change the name of the US defence department. He said for the third time today that he plans to rebrand the “Department of Defense” by returning to the pre-1947 name, the “Department of War”.

'Defense is too defensive': Trump wants to rename Department of Defense to 'Department of War'. Here's why

Tim Walz, the 2024 US VP nominee and now the governor of Minnesota, grilled Donald Trump on Monday (August 25) with probably the cruelest words ever used for him. Walz, &nbsp;in his remarks to the DNC summer meeting in Minneapolis, said that had Kamala Harris won the 2024 presidential election, Americans would have woken up each morning to an “adult with compassion and dignity and vision and leadership” in the White House, “not a man child crying about whatever’s wrong with him." He continued attacking the American president with his words as he said, "May his fat ankles find something today." As he said this, the crowd of Democrats oohed and clapped.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-paid-zero-in-9bn-intel-deal-despite-critics-fury-1756134323490">'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despite&nbsp;critics’&nbsp;fury</a>&nbsp;“Think of how easy it would be to be a damn Republican,” the governor went on. “What should I wear today? This stupid freaking red hat. What should I say today? I don’t know. Just make sure it’s cruel. Who do we listen to? ‘That guy.’ ‘Oh, the felon in the White House.?’ ‘Yeah, listen to him.’”<h2>Trump signs order for ‘specialised units’ of National Guard</h2>US President Donald Trump signed multiple executive orders on Monday (August 25), including the one under which the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will establish “specialised units” in the National Guard. The guards will be trained and equipped "specifically" to deal with public order issues.” This came after Hegseth issued a directive last week that authorized members of the National Guard to carry weapons. Those guards were deployed as part of Trump’s anti-crime agenda in Washington, DC.&nbsp;On Monday, Trump suggested he’d ask Congress to codify the action, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “I think Democrats will actually vote for this.”&nbsp;

Kamala Harris VP nominee in the 2024 presidential election, Tim Walz, attacked Donald Trump on August 25 and called him a man-child. He added that had Harris won, Americans would have woken up with an adult with dignity, not Trump.

Tim Walz, the 2024 US VP nominee and now the governor of Minnesota, grilled Donald Trump on Monday (August 25) with probably the cruelest words ever used for him. Walz, in his remarks to the DNC summer meeting in Minneapolis, said that had Kamala Harris won the 2024 presidential election, Americans would have woken up each morning to an “adult with compassion and dignity and vision and leadership” in the White House, “not a man child crying about whatever’s wrong with him." He continued attacking the American president with his words as he said, "May his fat ankles find something today." As he said this, the crowd of Democrats oohed and clapped. Also read: 'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despite critics’ fury “Think of how easy it would be to be a damn Republican,” the governor went on. “What should I wear today? This stupid freaking red hat. What should I say today? I don’t know. Just make sure it’s cruel. Who do we listen to? ‘That guy.’ ‘Oh, the felon in the White House.?’ ‘Yeah, listen to him.’” Trump signs order for ‘specialised units’ of National Guard US President Donald Trump signed multiple executive orders on Monday (August 25), including the one under which the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will establish “specialised units” in the National Guard. The guards will be trained and equipped "specifically" to deal with public order issues.” This came after Hegseth issued a directive last week that authorized members of the National Guard to carry weapons. Those guards were deployed as part of Trump’s anti-crime agenda in Washington, DC. On Monday, Trump suggested he’d ask Congress to codify the action, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “I think Democrats will actually vote for this.”

Kamala Harris' VP nominee in the 2024 presidential election, Tim Walz, attacked Donald Trump on August 25 and called him a man-child. He added that had Harris won, Americans would have woken up with an adult with dignity, not Trump.

'A man child crying about...': Tim Walz attacks Trump with the most harsh words you can imagine

Democratic senator from Maryland, Chris Van Hollen, grilled the Trump administration on Monday (August 25), saying that they continue to "spread lies about the facts” of Kilmar Ábrego García’s case. He said, Instead of spewing unproven allegations in the press and social media, the Trump Administration needs to put up or shut up in court and allow Mr. Ábrego García the opportunity to defend himself."&nbsp;This came after a federal judge said that she will order federal officials to keep García in the US only till she weighs a new legal challenge from him to the Trump administration’s plans to quickly deport him to Uganda.&nbsp;US District Judge Paula Xinis said during a brief hearing this afternoon that she’s planning to stretch out an existing hold on Abrego García’s removal so she can more fully consider whether officials are violating his due process rights.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-paid-zero-in-9bn-intel-deal-despite-critics-fury-1756134323490">'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despite&nbsp;critics’&nbsp;fury</a><h2>Trump signs order for ‘specialised units’ of National Guard</h2>&nbsp;Trump signed multiple executive orders on Monday (August 25), including the one under which the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will establish “specialised units” in the National Guard. The guards will be trained and equipped "specifically" to deal with public order issues.” This came after Hegseth issued a directive last week that authorized members of the National Guard to carry weapons. Those guards were deployed as part of Trump’s anti-crime agenda in Washington, DC.&nbsp;On Monday, Trump suggested he’d ask Congress to codify the action, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “I think Democrats will actually vote for this.”<h2>‘We can go anywhere’</h2>During a press briefing, Trump was asked &nbsp;whether the Pentagon was preparing for a military deployment to Chicago, Trump said they’re ready to go anywhere on short notice to crack down on crime.&nbsp;"We can go anywhere on less than 24 hours notice," Trump said. &nbsp;

Democratic senator from Maryland, Chris Van Hollen, slammed the Trump administration and said that the officials continue to spread lies about the facts of Kilmar Ábrego García case. 

Democratic senator from Maryland, Chris Van Hollen, grilled the Trump administration on Monday (August 25), saying that they continue to "spread lies about the facts” of Kilmar Ábrego García’s case. He said, Instead of spewing unproven allegations in the press and social media, the Trump Administration needs to put up or shut up in court and allow Mr. Ábrego García the opportunity to defend himself." This came after a federal judge said that she will order federal officials to keep García in the US only till she weighs a new legal challenge from him to the Trump administration’s plans to quickly deport him to Uganda. US District Judge Paula Xinis said during a brief hearing this afternoon that she’s planning to stretch out an existing hold on Abrego García’s removal so she can more fully consider whether officials are violating his due process rights. Also read: 'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despite critics’ fury Trump signs order for ‘specialised units’ of National Guard Trump signed multiple executive orders on Monday (August 25), including the one under which the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will establish “specialised units” in the National Guard. The guards will be trained and equipped "specifically" to deal with public order issues.” This came after Hegseth issued a directive last week that authorized members of the National Guard to carry weapons. Those guards were deployed as part of Trump’s anti-crime agenda in Washington, DC. On Monday, Trump suggested he’d ask Congress to codify the action, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “I think Democrats will actually vote for this.” ‘We can go anywhere’ During a press briefing, Trump was asked whether the Pentagon was preparing for a military deployment to Chicago, Trump said they’re ready to go anywhere on short notice to crack down on crime. "We can go anywhere on less than 24 hours notice," Trump said.

Democratic senator from Maryland, Chris Van Hollen, slammed the Trump administration and said that the officials continue to "spread lies about the facts” of Kilmar Ábrego García’s case.&nbsp;

Trump admin needs to 'put up' or 'shut up' in court: Dem senator on Kilmar Ábrego García’s detention

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky extended his gratitude to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his greetings on Ukraine's Independence Day.&nbsp;"We appreciate India’s dedication to peace and dialogue. Now, as the entire world strives to end this horrible war with dignity and lasting peace, we count on India’s contribution," Zelensky wrote on X.&nbsp;"Every decision that strengthens diplomacy leads to better security not only in Europe, but also in the Indo-Pacific and beyond," he added by sharing the image of the letter by PM Modi.

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Thank you, Prime Minister <a href="https://twitter.com/narendramodi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@narendramodi</a>, for the warm greetings on Ukraine’s Independence Day. We appreciate India’s dedication to peace and dialogue. Now, as the entire world strives to end this horrible war with dignity and lasting peace, we count on India’s contribution. Every… <a href="https://t.co/FtwkXUhtEH">pic.twitter.com/FtwkXUhtEH</a>&mdash; Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський (@ZelenskyyUa) <a href="https://twitter.com/ZelenskyyUa/status/1960047627422060792?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">August 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

In his letter, the Indian PM wrote, "I warmly recall my visit to Kyiv in August last year, and note the progress in the India-Ukraine bilateral relations since then."&nbsp;PM Modi repeated India’s familiar position of pushing for dialogue rather than force. "India has always stood on the side of peace. India remains committed to extending all possible support for sincere efforts seeking an early, abiding and peaceful resolution of the conflict," he said. Zelensky's post came after Ukraine's Ambassador to India, Oleksandr Polishchuk, confirmed that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to visit India soon.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-paid-zero-in-9bn-intel-deal-despite-critics-fury-1756134323490">'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despitecritics’fury</a>&nbsp;"The Indian Prime Minister invited Zelensky to come to India. Both sides are working on this. We expect President Zelensky to be in India, definitely. It will be a great achievement in our bilateral relationship. We are trying to agree on a precise date. We expect more Indian involvement in the peace-building process in Ukraine, definitely in the political negotiation with the Russians," Polishchuk said while speaking to ANI on Ukraine's National Flag Day.&nbsp;&nbsp;He also emphasised the US as a key ally and reiterated Ukraine’s readiness for dialogue following the Alaska meeting. Earlier, President Zelensky extended Independence Day greetings to India, expressing hope for India’s role in promoting global peace and ending the war with Russia.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky extended his gratitude to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his greetings on Ukraine Independence Day.



Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky extended his gratitude to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his greetings on Ukraine's Independence Day. "We appreciate India’s dedication to peace and dialogue. Now, as the entire world strives to end this horrible war with dignity and lasting peace, we count on India’s contribution," Zelensky wrote on X. "Every decision that strengthens diplomacy leads to better security not only in Europe, but also in the Indo-Pacific and beyond," he added by sharing the image of the letter by PM Modi.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky extended his gratitude to the Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi for his greetings on Ukraine's Independence Day.&nbsp;

Zelensky thanks PM Modi, says Ukraine counts on India for support in war with Russia

US President Donald Trump, in a series of desperate attempts to take credit for making peace between nations, said on Monday (August 25) that North Korea and South Korea had a nuclear war - but it did not happen because the Republican won the election.&nbsp;"I think you would have had a nuclear war. It would have taken place, and it would have been horrendous for everybody, including them. It would have been very bad for them, because we would have had to enter the picture, and we are the most powerful nuclear country in the world by far," Trump said. This was in a series where the American president self-acclaimed himself a peacemaker so he could justify his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize (If he gets nominated).<h2>Trump signs order for ‘specialised units’ of National Guard</h2>US President Donald Trump signed multiple executive orders on Monday (August 25), including the one under which the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will establish “specialised units” in the National Guard. The guards will be trained and equipped "specifically" to deal with public order issues.” This came after Hegseth issued a directive last week that authorized members of the National Guard to carry weapons. Those guards were deployed as part of Trump’s anti-crime agenda in Washington, DC.&nbsp;On Monday, Trump suggested he’d ask Congress to codify the action, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “I think Democrats will actually vote for this.”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-paid-zero-in-9bn-intel-deal-despite-critics-fury-1756134323490">'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despite&nbsp;critics’&nbsp;fury</a><h2>'They’ll give us whatever money'</h2>In his statements while signing several other orders, the American president, without providing any evidence, stated that Congress has promised him unlimited funding to revitalize Washington, DC.&nbsp;“Congress has said that they’ll give us whatever money is needed to fix up the capital,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office “And we’re going to also beautify Washington. We’re going to rip down the broken medians, fix them, we’re going to put asphalt on the roads. We’re not ripping them apart,” he added.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/intel-s-fall-firm-that-once-called-its-engineers-rock-stars-is-now-on-us-govt-crutches-amid-china-chip-wars-how-did-it-get-here-intel-trump-news-1756121699374">Intel's fall: Firm that once called its engineers 'rock stars' is now on US govt crutches amid China chip wars. How did it get here?</a>

Donald Trump, in a series of desperate attempts to take credit for making peace between nations, said that North Korea and South Korea had a nuclear war - but it did not happen because the Republican won the election.

US President Donald Trump, in a series of desperate attempts to take credit for making peace between nations, said on Monday (August 25) that North Korea and South Korea had a nuclear war - but it did not happen because the Republican won the election. "I think you would have had a nuclear war. It would have taken place, and it would have been horrendous for everybody, including them. It would have been very bad for them, because we would have had to enter the picture, and we are the most powerful nuclear country in the world by far," Trump said. This was in a series where the American president self-acclaimed himself a peacemaker so he could justify his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize (If he gets nominated). Trump signs order for ‘specialised units’ of National Guard US President Donald Trump signed multiple executive orders on Monday (August 25), including the one under which the Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth will establish “specialised units” in the National Guard. The guards will be trained and equipped "specifically" to deal with public order issues.” This came after Hegseth issued a directive last week that authorized members of the National Guard to carry weapons. Those guards were deployed as part of Trump’s anti-crime agenda in Washington, DC. On Monday, Trump suggested he’d ask Congress to codify the action, telling reporters in the Oval Office, “I think Democrats will actually vote for this.” Also read: 'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despite critics’ fury 'They’ll give us whatever money' In his statements while signing several other orders, the American president, without providing any evidence, stated that Congress has promised him unlimited funding to revitalize Washington, DC. “Congress has said that they’ll give us whatever money is needed to fix up the capital,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office “And we’re going to also beautify Washington. We’re going to rip down the broken medians, fix them, we’re going to put asphalt on the roads. We’re not ripping them apart,” he added. Also read: Intel's fall: Firm that once called its engineers 'rock stars' is now on US govt crutches amid China chip wars. How did it get here?

Donald Trump, in a series of desperate attempts to take credit for making peace between nations, said that North Korea and South Korea had a nuclear war - but it did not happen because the Republican won the election.

North and South Korea would have had nuclear war in 2016, but didn't because...

US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to China on Monday (August 25), stating that either they provide America with magnets or face a 200 per cent tariff. "We have to charge them 200% tariff or something," Trump said amid a trade dispute between the two nations. China is becoming increasingly sensitive about its control over rare earths and the supply chain.&nbsp;The announcement came during Trump’s meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Washington. "At some point, probably during this year or shortly thereafter, we’ll go to China," Trump said. "We’re going to have a great relationship with China," he added.&nbsp;The American president further said, "They have some cards. We have incredible cards, but I don’t want to play those cards. If I played those cards, that would destroy China."&nbsp;Trump earlier said he could visit China this year or soon after. Trump pointed to recent talks with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping: "At some point, probably during this year or shortly thereafter, we'll go to China."&nbsp;"We're going to have a great relationship with China," Trump vowed.&nbsp;The US leader added, "They have some cards. We have incredible cards, but I don't want to play those cards. If I played those cards, that would destroy China."&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-insists-he-paid-zero-in-9bn-intel-deal-despite-critics-fury-1756134323490">'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despitecritics’fury</a><h2>Trump and his quest for Nobel Prize&nbsp;</h2>Trump, in a series of desperate attempts to take credit for making peace between nations, said on Monday (August 25) that North Korea and South Korea had a nuclear war - but it did not happen because the Republican won the election.&nbsp;"I think you would have had a nuclear war. It would have taken place, and it would have been horrendous for everybody, including them. It would have been very bad for them, because we would have had to enter the picture, and we are the most powerful nuclear country in the world by far," Trump said. This was in a series where the American president self-acclaimed himself a peacemaker so he could justify his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize (If he gets nominated). &nbsp;

 Donald Trump issued a stern warning to China on Monday (August 25), stating that either they provide America with magnets or face a 200 percent tariff. This came amid his visit to China that he said would be this year or soon.

US President Donald Trump issued a stern warning to China on Monday (August 25), stating that either they provide America with magnets or face a 200 per cent tariff. "We have to charge them 200% tariff or something," Trump said amid a trade dispute between the two nations. China is becoming increasingly sensitive about its control over rare earths and the supply chain. The announcement came during Trump’s meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Washington. "At some point, probably during this year or shortly thereafter, we’ll go to China," Trump said. "We’re going to have a great relationship with China," he added. The American president further said, "They have some cards. We have incredible cards, but I don’t want to play those cards. If I played those cards, that would destroy China." Trump earlier said he could visit China this year or soon after. Trump pointed to recent talks with Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping: "At some point, probably during this year or shortly thereafter, we'll go to China." "We're going to have a great relationship with China," Trump vowed. The US leader added, "They have some cards. We have incredible cards, but I don't want to play those cards. If I played those cards, that would destroy China." Also read: 'Why are stupid people unhappy?': Trump insists he ‘paid zero’ in $9bn Intel deal despitecritics’fury Trump and his quest for Nobel Prize Trump, in a series of desperate attempts to take credit for making peace between nations, said on Monday (August 25) that North Korea and South Korea had a nuclear war - but it did not happen because the Republican won the election. "I think you would have had a nuclear war. It would have taken place, and it would have been horrendous for everybody, including them. It would have been very bad for them, because we would have had to enter the picture, and we are the most powerful nuclear country in the world by far," Trump said. This was in a series where the American president self-acclaimed himself a peacemaker so he could justify his nomination for the Nobel Peace Prize (If he gets nominated).

&nbsp;Donald Trump issued a stern warning to China on Monday (August 25), stating that either they provide America with magnets or face a 200 percent tariff. This came amid his visit to China that he said would be this year or soon.

'Give US magnets or face 200%  tariff': Trump's stern warning to China

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, ambassador to the UK and Ukraine's former commander-in-chief, declined a phone call from US Vice President JD Vance following his February Oval Office showdown with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the Guardian reported, citing unnamed sources. It was a small moment, but it showed the position Zaluzhnyi is in. He is no longer Ukraine’s army chief, but he is still one of the most popular figures in the country, and many wonder if he could one day run for president.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-for-today-s-war-and-tomorrow-s-security-ukraine-s-new-flamingo-missile-is-the-gift-that-will-keep-on-giving-1756035953915">‘For today’s war and tomorrow’s security’: Ukraine’s new Flamingo missile is the gift that will keep on giving</a><h2>From army leader to diplomat: Zaluzhnyi's journey through ranks</h2>Zaluzhnyi led Ukraine’s defence in the first years of the war with Russia. Polls show he is trusted by millions and is the only person who could seriously challenge Zelensky in an election. In February 2024, Zelensky removed him as commander-in-chief and sent him to London as ambassador. Officially, it was a move to bring “new ideas.” But many in Ukraine saw it as a way to sideline him.The general’s new life looks very different. He rides the London Underground, goes to theatre shows with his wife, and even posed for Vogue. But in his embassy office, he still studies battlefield footage and speaks with commanders back home. Visitors, from MPs to businessmen, often come to the embassy, curious about his political future. Even Paul Manafort, Donald Trump’s former adviser, offered to help him. Zaluzhnyi said no.<h2>How is Zaluzhnyi's relationship with Zelensky?</h2>Zaluzhnyi has promised not to criticise Zelensky while the war goes on. Still, tensions between them are no secret. They clashed over strategy before and after Russia’s invasion. His rising popularity also made Zelensky’s team uneasy. Yet when Trump humiliated Zelensky in Washington earlier this year, Zaluzhnyi posted a photo of the two men together, writing, “The road ahead won’t be easy, but together, we will overcome every challenge.”<h2>Will he run for president?</h2>Zaluzhnyi has never said he will enter politics, but people close to him believe he is waiting for the right time. Analysts say he would present himself as a tough wartime leader, asking Ukrainians for “blood, sweat and tears” to survive. For now, he remains cautious. He stays loyal to Zelensky in public, even as many Ukrainians quietly see him as a possible future president.

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, now Ukraine’s UK ambassador, declined a call from US Vice President Vance after tensions with Zelensky. Once army chief, he remains widely popular and a potential presidential challenger.

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, ambassador to the UK and Ukraine's former commander-in-chief, declined a phone call from US Vice President JD Vance following his February Oval Office showdown with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, the Guardian reported, citing unnamed sources. It was a small moment, but it showed the position Zaluzhnyi is in. He is no longer Ukraine’s army chief, but he is still one of the most popular figures in the country, and many wonder if he could one day run for president. Also read: ‘For today’s war and tomorrow’s security’: Ukraine’s new Flamingo missile is the gift that will keep on giving From army leader to diplomat: Zaluzhnyi's journey through ranks Zaluzhnyi led Ukraine’s defence in the first years of the war with Russia. Polls show he is trusted by millions and is the only person who could seriously challenge Zelensky in an election. In February 2024, Zelensky removed him as commander-in-chief and sent him to London as ambassador. Officially, it was a move to bring “new ideas.” But many in Ukraine saw it as a way to sideline him. The general’s new life looks very different. He rides the London Underground, goes to theatre shows with his wife, and even posed for Vogue. But in his embassy office, he still studies battlefield footage and speaks with commanders back home. Visitors, from MPs to businessmen, often come to the embassy, curious about his political future. Even Paul Manafort, Donald Trump’s former adviser, offered to help him. Zaluzhnyi said no. How is Zaluzhnyi's relationship with Zelensky? Zaluzhnyi has promised not to criticise Zelensky while the war goes on. Still, tensions between them are no secret. They clashed over strategy before and after Russia’s invasion. His rising popularity also made Zelensky’s team uneasy. Yet when Trump humiliated Zelensky in Washington earlier this year, Zaluzhnyi posted a photo of the two men together, writing, “The road ahead won’t be easy, but together, we will overcome every challenge.” Will he run for president? Zaluzhnyi has never said he will enter politics, but people close to him believe he is waiting for the right time. Analysts say he would present himself as a tough wartime leader, asking Ukrainians for “blood, sweat and tears” to survive. For now, he remains cautious. He stays loyal to Zelensky in public, even as many Ukrainians quietly see him as a possible future president.

Valerii Zaluzhnyi, now Ukraine’s UK ambassador, declined a call from US Vice President Vance after tensions with Zelensky. Once army chief, he remains widely popular and a potential presidential challenger.

Ukraine’s general in London: Is Valerii Zaluzhnyi’s waiting to replace Zelensky as Ukraine's future president?

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