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In the latest, US President Donald Trump has spoken in support of Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called for his trial to be cancelled. The latter has been charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust. And this Trump calls a result of a ‘ridiculous witch hunt against their Great War Time Prime Minister’. Not too long ago after announcing the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Trump expressed his frustration as both sides violated the ceasefire announced by the American President.&nbsp;In his Truth Social post, Trump writes, “I was shocked to hear that the State of Israel, which has just had one of its Greatest Moments in History, and is strongly led by Bibi Netanyahu, is continuing its ridiculous Witch Hunt against their Great War Time Prime Minister! Bibi and I just went through hell together, fighting a very tough and brilliant longtime enemy of Israel, Iran, and Bibi could not have been better, sharper, or stronger in his love for the incredible holy land. Anybody else would have suffered losses, embarrassment, and chaos!”&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/palestinian-president-mahmoud-abbas-writes-to-trump-to-broker-peace-with-israel-1750892485656">Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas writes to Trump to broker peace with Israel</a>&nbsp;He continues, “Bibi Netanyahu was a warrior, like perhaps no other warrior in the history of Israel, and the result was something that nobody thought was possible, a complete elimination of potentially one of the biggest and most powerful nuclear weapons anywhere in the World, and it was going to happen, soon! We were fighting, literally, for those of Israel, and there is nobody in Israel’s history that fought harder or more competently than Bibi Netanyahu. Despite all of this, I just learned that Bibi has been summoned to Court on Monday for the continuation of this long-running politically motivated case, “concerning cigars, a Bugs Bunny doll, and numerous other unfair charges” in order to do him great harm.”&nbsp;“He has been going through this “Horror Show” since May of 2020 – unheard of! This is the first time a sitting Israeli Prime Minister has ever been on trial. Such a witch hunt, for a man who has given so much, is unthinkable to me. He deserves much better than this, and so does thes of Israel,” Trump added.&nbsp;He also called for the trial to be cancelled or pardoned immediately, “Bibi Netanyahu’s trial should be CANCELLED, IMMEDIATELY, or a Pardon given to a Great Hero, who has done so much for the State. Perhaps there is no one that I know who could have worked in better harmony with the President of the United States, me, than Bibi Netanyahu. It was the United States of America that saved Israel, and now it is going to be the United States of America that saves Bibi Netanyahu. This Travesty of “JUSTICE” cannot be allowed.

In the latest, US President Donald Trump has spoken in support of Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called for his trial to be cancelled. The latter has been charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust. 

In the latest, US President Donald Trump has spoken in support of Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called for his trial to be cancelled. The latter has been charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust. And this Trump calls a result of a ‘ridiculous witch hunt against their Great War Time Prime Minister’. Not too long ago after announcing the ceasefire between Israel and Iran, Trump expressed his frustration as both sides violated the ceasefire announced by the American President. In his Truth Social post, Trump writes, “I was shocked to hear that the State of Israel, which has just had one of its Greatest Moments in History, and is strongly led by Bibi Netanyahu, is continuing its ridiculous Witch Hunt against their Great War Time Prime Minister! Bibi and I just went through hell together, fighting a very tough and brilliant longtime enemy of Israel, Iran, and Bibi could not have been better, sharper, or stronger in his love for the incredible holy land. Anybody else would have suffered losses, embarrassment, and chaos!” Also read: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas writes to Trump to broker peace with Israel He continues, “Bibi Netanyahu was a warrior, like perhaps no other warrior in the history of Israel, and the result was something that nobody thought was possible, a complete elimination of potentially one of the biggest and most powerful nuclear weapons anywhere in the World, and it was going to happen, soon! We were fighting, literally, for those of Israel, and there is nobody in Israel’s history that fought harder or more competently than Bibi Netanyahu. Despite all of this, I just learned that Bibi has been summoned to Court on Monday for the continuation of this long-running politically motivated case, “concerning cigars, a Bugs Bunny doll, and numerous other unfair charges” in order to do him great harm.” “He has been going through this “Horror Show” since May of 2020 – unheard of! This is the first time a sitting Israeli Prime Minister has ever been on trial. Such a witch hunt, for a man who has given so much, is unthinkable to me. He deserves much better than this, and so does thes of Israel,” Trump added. He also called for the trial to be cancelled or pardoned immediately, “Bibi Netanyahu’s trial should be CANCELLED, IMMEDIATELY, or a Pardon given to a Great Hero, who has done so much for the State. Perhaps there is no one that I know who could have worked in better harmony with the President of the United States, me, than Bibi Netanyahu. It was the United States of America that saved Israel, and now it is going to be the United States of America that saves Bibi Netanyahu. This Travesty of “JUSTICE” cannot be allowed.

In the latest, US President Donald Trump has spoken in support of Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and called for his trial to be cancelled. The latter has been charged with bribery, fraud and breach of trust.&nbsp;

It's a 'Witch Hunt': Trump demands cancellation of corruption trial against Benjamin Netanyahu

US' Central Intelligence Agency releases a statement backing President Donald Trump's claims of destroying Iran's nuclear programme. On the day America launched strikes on Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan, Trump said, 'Iran's key nuclear facilities have been completed and totally obliterated.' It's only days later that reports by an Israeli intelligence official claimed that the aerial strikes were a setback to the nuclear programme by ‘several years,’ but have not destroyed or dismantled it completely.&nbsp;And now, a statement from CIA Director John Ratcliffe says, “CIA can confirm that a body of credible intelligence indicates Iran's nuclear programme has been severely damaged by the recent, targeted strikes. This includes new intelligence from an historically reliable and accurate source/method that several key Iranian nuclear facilities were destroyed and would have to be rebuilt over the course of years.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">My statement confirming CIA intelligence which contradicts illegally sourced public reporting regarding the destruction of key Iranian nuclear facilities. <a href="https://t.co/Ln3b4hfELc">pic.twitter.com/Ln3b4hfELc</a>&mdash; CIA Director John Ratcliffe (@CIADirector) <a href="https://twitter.com/CIADirector/status/1937964888967823652?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

It added, "CIA continues to collect additional reliably sourced information to keep appropriate decision-makers and oversight bodies fully informed. When possible, we will also provide updates and information to the American public, given the national importance of this matter and in every attempt to provide transparency."&nbsp;The Israeli intelligence official claims, these military strikes on the nuclear facilities will serve as a deterrent against the Islamic Republic that is trying to enrich uranium. And the assessment is constantly being monitored and updated and in the coming weeks, more inputs will ascertain the extent of damage and the status of Iran’s nuclear program in question.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-national-intelligence-head-tulsi-gabbard-says-iran-s-nuclear-sites-destroyed-slams-media-1750880476581">US national intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard backs Trump, says Iran’s nuclear sites destroyed</a>&nbsp;On the contrary, Trump in his address had said, "Our objective was the destruction of Iran’s nuclear enrichment capacity, a stop to the nuclear threat posed by the world’s number one state sponsor of terror.”&nbsp;He also confirmed that these strikes were a spectacular military success.

US' Central Intelligence Agency releases a statement backing President Donald Trump's claims of destroying Iran's nuclear programme. On the day America launched strikes on Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan, Trump said, 'Iran's key nuclear facilities have been completed and totally obliterated.'

US' Central Intelligence Agency releases a statement backing President Donald Trump's claims of destroying Iran's nuclear programme. On the day America launched strikes on Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan, Trump said, 'Iran's key nuclear facilities have been completed and totally obliterated.' It's only days later that reports by an Israeli intelligence official claimed that the aerial strikes were a setback to the nuclear programme by ‘several years,’ but have not destroyed or dismantled it completely. And now, a statement from CIA Director John Ratcliffe says, “CIA can confirm that a body of credible intelligence indicates Iran's nuclear programme has been severely damaged by the recent, targeted strikes. This includes new intelligence from an historically reliable and accurate source/method that several key Iranian nuclear facilities were destroyed and would have to be rebuilt over the course of years.”

US' Central Intelligence Agency releases a statement backing President Donald Trump's claims of destroying Iran's nuclear programme. On the day America launched strikes on Fordow, Natanz and Isfahan, Trump said, 'Iran's key nuclear facilities have been completed and totally obliterated.'

'Historically reliable and accurate source': CIA backs Trump's claims of destroying Iran's nuclear programme

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas writes to Donald Trump to broker peace in the conflict with Israel. In a letter to the US President, he expressed Palestine’s readiness to work to secure peace in the region. This comes as Trump concludes his visit Netherlands, where he was attending the NATO Summit. At The Hague, he repeated his claims of ending wars between Israel and Iran, and also said he stopped a possible nuclear war between India and Pakistan.&nbsp;In the letter, Abbas wrote, “This constitutes an additional step in [your] important efforts to achieve a just and comprehensive peace between us, the Israelis, and the entire world.”&nbsp;He continued, “reiterated our full readiness to work closely with [Trump] and relevant Arab and international parties to immediately negotiate and implement a comprehensive peace agreement within a clear and binding timeframe that ends the occupation and achieves security and stability for all, a just and lasting peace.”&nbsp;“With you, we can achieve what seemed impossible: a recognised, free, sovereign and secure Palestine, a recognised and secure Israel, and a region that enjoys peace, prosperity and integration,” he concludes.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-official-end-to-12-day-war-donald-trump-announces-ceasefire-between-israel-and-iran-1750719301651">'Official end to 12-day war': Donald Trump announces ceasefire between Israel and Iran</a>&nbsp;At the Hague, Trump&nbsp;highlighted how a couple of calls on trade led to the ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed nations. While speaking to reporters in the Netherlands, he said, "I said if you're going to go fighting each other, we're not doing any trade deal.” “I got them to reason, and I said, we're not doing a trade deal if you're going to fight. They said, no, I want to do the trade deal,” he added. India has repeatedly clarified that it was a telephonic conversation between DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations on May 10 that paused the cross-border fighting, which was triggered by the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas writes to Donald Trump to broker peace in the conflict with Israel. In a letter to the US President, he expressed Palestine’s readiness to work to secure peace in the region.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas writes to Donald Trump to broker peace in the conflict with Israel. In a letter to the US President, he expressed Palestine’s readiness to work to secure peace in the region. This comes as Trump concludes his visit Netherlands, where he was attending the NATO Summit. At The Hague, he repeated his claims of ending wars between Israel and Iran, and also said he stopped a possible nuclear war between India and Pakistan. In the letter, Abbas wrote, “This constitutes an additional step in [your] important efforts to achieve a just and comprehensive peace between us, the Israelis, and the entire world.” He continued, “reiterated our full readiness to work closely with [Trump] and relevant Arab and international parties to immediately negotiate and implement a comprehensive peace agreement within a clear and binding timeframe that ends the occupation and achieves security and stability for all, a just and lasting peace.” “With you, we can achieve what seemed impossible: a recognised, free, sovereign and secure Palestine, a recognised and secure Israel, and a region that enjoys peace, prosperity and integration,” he concludes. Also read: 'Official end to 12-day war': Donald Trump announces ceasefire between Israel and Iran At the Hague, Trump highlighted how a couple of calls on trade led to the ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed nations. While speaking to reporters in the Netherlands, he said, "I said if you're going to go fighting each other, we're not doing any trade deal.” “I got them to reason, and I said, we're not doing a trade deal if you're going to fight. They said, no, I want to do the trade deal,” he added. India has repeatedly clarified that it was a telephonic conversation between DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations on May 10 that paused the cross-border fighting, which was triggered by the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas writes to Donald Trump to broker peace in the conflict with Israel. In a letter to the US President, he expressed Palestine’s readiness to work to secure peace in the region.

Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas writes to Trump to broker peace with Israel

Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries. He also highlighted how a couple of calls on trade led to the ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed nations. While speaking to reporters in the Netherlands, he said, "I said if you're going to go fighting each other, we're not doing any trade deal.” “I got them to reason, and I said, we're not doing a trade deal if you're going to fight. They said, no, I want to do the trade deal,” he added. India has clarified that it was a telephonic conversation between DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations on May 10 that paused the cross-border fighting, which was triggered by the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack. Trump added, “We stopped the nuclear war.” The ceasefire talks between India and Pakistan came after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, in retaliation to the dastardly terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam orchestrated by Pakistani terrorists. Islamabad’s inaction against the terror outfits in Pakistan and PoK led to New Delhi planning precision strikes.&nbsp;Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/after-phone-call-with-pm-modi-trump-reveals-reason-for-inviting-pak-field-marshal-asim-munir-to-white-house-1750317927575">After phone call with PM Modi, Trump reveals reason for inviting Pak Field Marshal Asim Munir to White House</a> And recently, in a telephonic conversation between PM Modi and President Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit, this was discussed. In his statement issued on June 18, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. Trump says he stopped a potential nuclear war between New Delhi and Islamabad and said he destroyed Iran’s nuclear programme with precision strikes. &nbsp;

Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries.

Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries. He also highlighted how a couple of calls on trade led to the ceasefire between the two nuclear-armed nations. While speaking to reporters in the Netherlands, he said, "I said if you're going to go fighting each other, we're not doing any trade deal.” “I got them to reason, and I said, we're not doing a trade deal if you're going to fight. They said, no, I want to do the trade deal,” he added. India has clarified that it was a telephonic conversation between DGMOs (Directors General of Military Operations on May 10 that paused the cross-border fighting, which was triggered by the dastardly Pahalgam terror attack. Trump added, “We stopped the nuclear war.” The ceasefire talks between India and Pakistan came after India launched Operation Sindoor on May 7, in retaliation to the dastardly terror attack in Kashmir’s Pahalgam orchestrated by Pakistani terrorists. Islamabad’s inaction against the terror outfits in Pakistan and PoK led to New Delhi planning precision strikes. Also read: After phone call with PM Modi, Trump reveals reason for inviting Pak Field Marshal Asim Munir to White House And recently, in a telephonic conversation between PM Modi and President Trump on the sidelines of the G7 summit, this was discussed. In his statement issued on June 18, India's Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri said, PM Modi clearly told President Trump that throughout this entire sequence of events, at no point were topics such as the India-US trade deal or US mediation between India and Pakistan discussed. The discussions regarding pausing military actions took place directly between India and Pakistan through existing military channels, on Pakistan’s request. Trump says he stopped a potential nuclear war between New Delhi and Islamabad and said he destroyed Iran’s nuclear programme with precision strikes.

Yet again, US President Donald Trump reiterated that he ended a potential nuclear conflict between India and Pakistan. At the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump said that he stopped the war by threatening to withhold trade deals with the two countries.

Trade talks to stop India-Pak war: Trump blows his own trumpet at NATO Summit

US National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard has come out in support of President Donald Trump’s assertions that Iran’s nuclear facilities have been destroyed and it would take Tehran years to rebuild them. Gabbard also slammed the news organisations that reported on a leaked Pentagon intelligence assessment concluding that Iran’s nuclear programme has not been destroyed and has only been set back by months. Gabbard said in a post on X that Iran’s nuclear facilities have been destroyed. “If the Iranians chose to rebuild, they would have to rebuild all three facilities (Natanz, Fordow, Esfahan) entirely, which would likely take years to do,” she said in the post.&nbsp;The DNI also took aim at news organisations that published contents of the leaked Pentagon intelligence assessment that concluded Iran’s nuclear programme has not been destroyed and probably only been set back by months.&nbsp;“The propaganda media has deployed their usual tactic: selectively release portions of illegally leaked classified intelligence assessments (intentionally leaving out the fact that the assessment was written with “low confidence”) to try to undermine President Trump’s decisive leadership and the brave servicemen and women who flawlessly executed a truly historic mission to keep the American people safe and secure,” Gabbard wrote.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">New intelligence confirms what <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a> has stated numerous times: Iran&#39;s nuclear facilities have been destroyed. If the Iranians chose to rebuild, they would have to rebuild all three facilities (Natanz, Fordow, Esfahan) entirely, which would likely take years to do. The…&mdash; DNI Tulsi Gabbard (@DNIGabbard) <a href="https://twitter.com/DNIGabbard/status/1937934899710710170?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The preliminary classified assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Pentagon’s military intelligence wing, said that airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites did not destroy the facilities completely and set Iran’s nuclear programme back by a few months, not years. The assessment was first reported by CNN, followed by NBC News and other outlets.&nbsp;Trump also acknowledged the existence of the Defense Intelligence Agency’s report, which has not been made public, but suggested the data used was insufficient.&nbsp;“They did a report, but it was like, if you look at the dates, it’s just a few days after, so they didn’t see the sites,” Trump said. “The report was not a complete report,” he said.&nbsp;The Pentagon has launched a “leak investigation” with the FBI, Hegseth said Wednesday. He also noted that the report was preliminary and was labelled “low confidence”.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Israel’s Atomic Energy Commission said that the US strike on Fordo “destroyed the site’s critical infrastructure and rendered the enrichment facility inoperable.”The combined strikes by the US and Israel have “set back Iran’s ability to develop nuclear weapons by many years,” it added.

Tulsi Gabbard also took aim at news organisations that published contents of the leaked Pentagon intelligence assessment that concluded Iran’s nuclear programme has not been destroyed and probably only been set back by months.

US National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard has come out in support of President Donald Trump’s assertions that Iran’s nuclear facilities have been destroyed and it would take Tehran years to rebuild them. Gabbard also slammed the news organisations that reported on a leaked Pentagon intelligence assessment concluding that Iran’s nuclear programme has not been destroyed and has only been set back by months. Gabbard said in a post on X that Iran’s nuclear facilities have been destroyed. “If the Iranians chose to rebuild, they would have to rebuild all three facilities (Natanz, Fordow, Esfahan) entirely, which would likely take years to do,” she said in the post. The DNI also took aim at news organisations that published contents of the leaked Pentagon intelligence assessment that concluded Iran’s nuclear programme has not been destroyed and probably only been set back by months. “The propaganda media has deployed their usual tactic: selectively release portions of illegally leaked classified intelligence assessments (intentionally leaving out the fact that the assessment was written with “low confidence”) to try to undermine President Trump’s decisive leadership and the brave servicemen and women who flawlessly executed a truly historic mission to keep the American people safe and secure,” Gabbard wrote.

Tulsi Gabbard also took aim at news organisations that published contents of the leaked Pentagon intelligence assessment that concluded Iran’s nuclear programme has not been destroyed and probably only been set back by months.

US national intelligence director Tulsi Gabbard backs Trump, says Iran’s nuclear sites destroyed

Shell opens new tab denied that it was in talks to buy BP, opens new tab after the &nbsp;news outlet Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday that the oil major was in early discussions over a takeover of its British rival. "No talks are taking place. As we have said many times before, we are sharply focused on capturing the value in Shell through continuing to focus on performance, discipline and simplification," a Shell spokesperson said.&nbsp;&nbsp;A BP spokesperson declined to comment on the WSJ report. The latest in a series of rebuttals by Shell follows recent repeated assertions by CEO Wael Sawan that Shell had a very high bar for big acquisitions and buying back shares was a better allocation of money than the possibility of buying BP. BP has been the subject of takeover talks for several years because of its stock's relative underperformance, but analysis of its disclosures shows that the British energy group may not be as cheap as its market valuation would suggest.&nbsp;The company was valued at nearly $80 billion on Wednesday with net debt of $27 billion while Shell's market capitalisation stood at more than $208 billion. BP's American depository shares were up 1.5% at $30.40 by 1725 GMT and Shell was down 0.7% at $69.70. If Shell were to submit a bid, it would be a rare attempt by an oil major to acquire such a large rival in the face of heightened regulatory scrutiny of such deals. A deal of this magnitude has not been attempted in the energy industry since Exxon, opens new tab and Chevron, opens new tab held preliminary talks during the COVID-19 pandemic to discuss a combination that would have been the biggest merger of all time.&nbsp;&nbsp;Potential terms of any deal could not be learned and a tie-up is far from certain, WSJ reported. CNBC cited unidentified sources saying that BP could be broken up if a deal materialises. BP's shares have fallen by 23% over the past year, underperforming the blue-chip FTSE 100 Index, opens new tab, which gained 5.3% during the same period. Shell's shares have risen more than 8% while Exxon has lost 4% with Chevron down about 10%.

Shell opens new tab denied that it was in talks to buy BP, opens new tab after the  news outlet Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday that the oil major was in early discussions over a takeover of its British rival.

Shell opens new tab denied that it was in talks to buy BP, opens new tab after the news outlet Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday that the oil major was in early discussions over a takeover of its British rival. "No talks are taking place. As we have said many times before, we are sharply focused on capturing the value in Shell through continuing to focus on performance, discipline and simplification," a Shell spokesperson said. A BP spokesperson declined to comment on the WSJ report. The latest in a series of rebuttals by Shell follows recent repeated assertions by CEO Wael Sawan that Shell had a very high bar for big acquisitions and buying back shares was a better allocation of money than the possibility of buying BP. BP has been the subject of takeover talks for several years because of its stock's relative underperformance, but analysis of its disclosures shows that the British energy group may not be as cheap as its market valuation would suggest. The company was valued at nearly $80 billion on Wednesday with net debt of $27 billion while Shell's market capitalisation stood at more than $208 billion. BP's American depository shares were up 1.5% at $30.40 by 1725 GMT and Shell was down 0.7% at $69.70. If Shell were to submit a bid, it would be a rare attempt by an oil major to acquire such a large rival in the face of heightened regulatory scrutiny of such deals. A deal of this magnitude has not been attempted in the energy industry since Exxon, opens new tab and Chevron, opens new tab held preliminary talks during the COVID-19 pandemic to discuss a combination that would have been the biggest merger of all time. Potential terms of any deal could not be learned and a tie-up is far from certain, WSJ reported. CNBC cited unidentified sources saying that BP could be broken up if a deal materialises. BP's shares have fallen by 23% over the past year, underperforming the blue-chip FTSE 100 Index, opens new tab, which gained 5.3% during the same period. Shell's shares have risen more than 8% while Exxon has lost 4% with Chevron down about 10%.

Shell opens new tab denied that it was in talks to buy BP, opens new tab after the &nbsp;news outlet Wall Street Journal reported on Wednesday that the oil major was in early discussions over a takeover of its British rival.

Shell denies it is in takeover talks with BP after WSJ report

President Donald Trump on Wednesday reiterated his claim that US bomb strikes on nuclear installations in Iran completely destroyed Tehran’s nuclear programme, and chided media for giving too much credence to an “initial” intelligence report that suggests otherwise. “It’s been obliterated, totally obliterated,” Trump said about the Iranian nuclear site at Fordo during a news conference at the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands.A preliminary classified assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Pentagon’s military intelligence wing, said that airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites did not destroy the facilities completely and set Iran’s nuclear programme back by a few months, not years. The assessment was first reported by CNN, followed by NBC News and other outlets.&nbsp;Trump acknowledged the existence of the Defense Intelligence Agency’s report, which has not been made public, but suggested the data used was insufficient.“They did a report, but it was like, if you look at the dates, it’s just a few days after, so they didn’t see the sites,” Trump said. “The report was not a complete report,” he said.&nbsp;

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">.<a href="https://twitter.com/PressSec?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PressSec</a>: &quot;That CNN story does not change the facts: There was a TOTAL and COMPLETE obliteration of Iran&#39;s nuclear facilities, and because of <a href="https://twitter.com/POTUS?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@POTUS</a>&#39; strike... Iran no longer has the capability to produce a nuclear weapon...&quot;<a href="https://t.co/RThvSDh3MF">pic.twitter.com/RThvSDh3MF</a>&mdash; Rapid Response 47 (@RapidResponse47) <a href="https://twitter.com/RapidResponse47/status/1937932160146772449?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;<h2>‘A preliminary, low confidence assessment’</h2>&nbsp;“This is a preliminary, low confidence assessment—not a final conclusion—and will continue to be refined as additional intelligence becomes available,” a senior DIA official told CBS News on Wednesday. “We have still not been able to review the actual physical sites themselves, which will give us the best indication.”“Final battle damage will take some time, but initial battle damage assessments indicate that all three sites sustained extremely severe damage and destruction,” Caine said.&nbsp;Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth had asserted that the Saturday night strikes on Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan sites had totally “obliterated” Iran’s nuclear programme.&nbsp;The White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt called the initial assessment “flat-out wrong” and slammed the “anonymous, low-level loser in the intelligence community” who leaked the findings to the press.&nbsp;The Pentagon has launched a “leak investigation” with the FBI, Hegseth said Wednesday. He also noted that the report was preliminary and was labeled “low confidence”.Hegseth criticised the “fake news” and said, “If you want to make an assessment of what happened at Fordo, you better get a big shovel and go really deep, because Iran’s nuclear program is obliterated,” he said.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Israel’s Atomic Energy Commission said that the US strike on Fordo “destroyed the site’s critical infrastructure and rendered the enrichment facility inoperable.”The combined strikes by the US and Israel have “set back Iran’s ability to develop nuclear weapons by many years,” it added.&nbsp;

A preliminary classified assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Pentagon’s military intelligence wing, said that airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites did not destroy the facilities completely and set Iran’s nuclear programme back by a few months, not years.

President Donald Trump on Wednesday reiterated his claim that US bomb strikes on nuclear installations in Iran completely destroyed Tehran’s nuclear programme, and chided media for giving too much credence to an “initial” intelligence report that suggests otherwise. “It’s been obliterated, totally obliterated,” Trump said about the Iranian nuclear site at Fordo during a news conference at the NATO Summit in The Hague, Netherlands. A preliminary classified assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Pentagon’s military intelligence wing, said that airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites did not destroy the facilities completely and set Iran’s nuclear programme back by a few months, not years. The assessment was first reported by CNN, followed by NBC News and other outlets. Trump acknowledged the existence of the Defense Intelligence Agency’s report, which has not been made public, but suggested the data used was insufficient. “They did a report, but it was like, if you look at the dates, it’s just a few days after, so they didn’t see the sites,” Trump said. “The report was not a complete report,” he said.

A preliminary classified assessment by the Defense Intelligence Agency, the Pentagon’s military intelligence wing, said that airstrikes on three Iranian nuclear sites did not destroy the facilities completely and set Iran’s nuclear programme back by a few months, not years.

‘Totally obliterated,’ reiterates Trump, sneers at intel report about US strikes on Iran N-sites

US President Donald Trump once again fumed at US media outlets over recent reports suggesting that strikes on Iran did not destroy Tehran’s nuclear programme. Describing the New York Times as “failing” and CNN as “fake news”, the US president said the news outlets were demeaning the “great work” done by B-2 B-2 stealth bombers pilots and were “wrong in doing so.” Calling the reporters “bad and sick people,” Trump once again hailed that the US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities resulted in “total obliteration”.&nbsp;“We just caught the Failing New York Times, working with Fake News CNN, cheating again!” Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social platform. “They tried to demean the great work our B-2 pilots did, and they were wrong in doing so. These reporters are just BAD AND SICK PEOPLE.”&nbsp;He further added, “You would think they would be proud of the great success we had, instead of trying to always make our Country look bad. TOTAL OBLITERATION!” Shortly after, he posted again, “Israel just stated that the Nuclear Sites were OBLITERATED! Thank you to our great B-2 pilots, and all others involved!”&nbsp;The CNN report, which was based on a classified assessment by the Pentagon's Defence Intelligence Agency, alleged that the US strikes only resulted in temporary damage to Iran’s nuclear programme and failed to eliminate enriched uranium stockpiles.&nbsp;However, the White House denied the reports, calling them “a clear attempt to demean President Trump.” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “Everyone knows what happens when you drop fourteen 30,000 pound bombs perfectly on their targets: total obliteration.”&nbsp;Earlier at the NATO summit in the Netherlands, Trump said, “As you know, it was complete total destruction, and CNN turned out to be fake news as always. That's why they have no credibility,” Trump raged Wednesday morning. “That's why they have no viewers, but we're going to read it to you if you haven't seen it.”

Calling the reporters “bad and sick people,” Trump once again hailed that the US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities resulted in “total obliteration”.

US President Donald Trump once again fumed at US media outlets over recent reports suggesting that strikes on Iran did not destroy Tehran’s nuclear programme. Describing the New York Times as “failing” and CNN as “fake news”, the US president said the news outlets were demeaning the “great work” done by B-2 B-2 stealth bombers pilots and were “wrong in doing so.” Calling the reporters “bad and sick people,” Trump once again hailed that the US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities resulted in “total obliteration”. “We just caught the Failing New York Times, working with Fake News CNN, cheating again!” Trump wrote in a post on his Truth Social platform. “They tried to demean the great work our B-2 pilots did, and they were wrong in doing so. These reporters are just BAD AND SICK PEOPLE.” He further added, “You would think they would be proud of the great success we had, instead of trying to always make our Country look bad. TOTAL OBLITERATION!” Shortly after, he posted again, “Israel just stated that the Nuclear Sites were OBLITERATED! Thank you to our great B-2 pilots, and all others involved!” The CNN report, which was based on a classified assessment by the Pentagon's Defence Intelligence Agency, alleged that the US strikes only resulted in temporary damage to Iran’s nuclear programme and failed to eliminate enriched uranium stockpiles. However, the White House denied the reports, calling them “a clear attempt to demean President Trump.” Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, “Everyone knows what happens when you drop fourteen 30,000 pound bombs perfectly on their targets: total obliteration.” Earlier at the NATO summit in the Netherlands, Trump said, “As you know, it was complete total destruction, and CNN turned out to be fake news as always. That's why they have no credibility,” Trump raged Wednesday morning. “That's why they have no viewers, but we're going to read it to you if you haven't seen it.”

Calling the reporters “bad and sick people,” Trump once again hailed that the US strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities resulted in “total obliteration”.

‘Tried to demean great work our B-2 pilots did’: Trump blasts ‘BAD AND SICK’ media outlets

The United States Air Force deployed seven B-2 Spirit stealth bombers on a non-stop 37-hour round trip from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri to Iranian territory and back for its operation HAMMER targeting Iranian nuclear sites.Over 125 aircraft supported the mission, including bombers, surveillance aircraft, fighter escorts and aerial refueling tankers. But it was the B-2s, worth around $2 billion each, that led the charge, each carrying “bunker buster” bombs designed to penetrate deeply buried nuclear facilities.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-zelensky-wants-it-what-is-patriot-missile-trump-plans-to-send-most-advanced-us-air-defence-system-to-ukraine-1750870908826">‘Zelensky wants it’: What is Patriot&nbsp;missile? Trump plans to send 'most advanced' US air defence system to Ukraine</a><h2>How expensive was it?</h2>Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per the Pentagon. With each bomber flying for 37 hours, the cost per aircraft came to $2.405 million. Since seven B-2 bombers were used in the mission, the total estimated cost for the operation was around $16.83 million, just for the B-2s alone. That figure doesn’t include the cost of support aircraft, fuel, weapons or logistics.<h2>What are the B-2 Bombers?</h2>The B-2 is a long-range stealth bomber developed by Northrop Grumman. It is designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear weapons while avoiding detection by enemy radar systems. The aircraft features a flying wing shape and uses composite materials and radar-absorbing coatings to minimise its radar signature.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-sleep-studies-nutritional-education-what-b-2-bomber-pilots-eat-and-do-before-flying-for-long-missions-1750789118034">'Sleep studies, nutritional education': What B-2 Bomber pilots eat and do before flying for long missions?</a>According to a recent Congressional Research Service report, the B-2 remains the only aircraft capable of carrying the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (GBU-57), a 30,000-pound bomb built to destroy hardened underground bunkers.<h2>Key specifications of the B-2 bomber</h2>• Crew: 2 pilots• Wingspan: 172 feet• Length: 69 feet• Weight: 160,000 pounds• Weapon loadout: Can carry two GBU-57 “bunker buster” bombs

Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per Pentagon.

The United States Air Force deployed seven B-2 Spirit stealth bombers on a non-stop 37-hour round trip from Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri to Iranian territory and back for its operation HAMMER targeting Iranian nuclear sites. Over 125 aircraft supported the mission, including bombers, surveillance aircraft, fighter escorts and aerial refueling tankers. But it was the B-2s, worth around $2 billion each, that led the charge, each carrying “bunker buster” bombs designed to penetrate deeply buried nuclear facilities. Also read: ‘Zelensky wants it’: What is Patriot missile? Trump plans to send 'most advanced' US air defence system to Ukraine How expensive was it? Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per the Pentagon. With each bomber flying for 37 hours, the cost per aircraft came to $2.405 million. Since seven B-2 bombers were used in the mission, the total estimated cost for the operation was around $16.83 million, just for the B-2s alone. That figure doesn’t include the cost of support aircraft, fuel, weapons or logistics. What are the B-2 Bombers? The B-2 is a long-range stealth bomber developed by Northrop Grumman. It is designed to deliver both conventional and nuclear weapons while avoiding detection by enemy radar systems. The aircraft features a flying wing shape and uses composite materials and radar-absorbing coatings to minimise its radar signature. Also read: 'Sleep studies, nutritional education': What B-2 Bomber pilots eat and do before flying for long missions? According to a recent Congressional Research Service report, the B-2 remains the only aircraft capable of carrying the Massive Ordnance Penetrator (GBU-57), a 30,000-pound bomb built to destroy hardened underground bunkers. Key specifications of the B-2 bomber • Crew: 2 pilots • Wingspan: 172 feet • Length: 69 feet • Weight: 160,000 pounds • Weapon loadout: Can carry two GBU-57 “bunker buster” bombs

Flying the B-2 isn’t cheap, it comes with a hefty price tag. The cost of operating a single B-2 bomber is approximately $65,000 per hour, as per the Pentagon.

Seven B-2 bombers, 37 hours, MILLIONS spent: How much did US spend on B-2 bomber mission against Iran?

As the NATO Summit kickstarts in the Netherlands, with discussions focusing on several agendas, including Israel-Iran war, Russia-Ukraine war and more, US President Donald Trump praised the success of recent strikes on Iran's nuclear programme. NATO Chief Mark Rutte urged allies and industries to do more, better and together, stressing on the demand signal NATO is sending to the defence industry.Rutte welcomes the European Union’s Readiness 2030 plan that promises to unleash up to 800 billion euros for defence, and encouraged the removal of barriers to transatlantic defence cooperation.The Summit in The Hague brough together defence ministers, industry leaders and experts from across the Alliance and beyond to identify practical solutions to strengthen transatlantic defence industrial cooperation, boost production capacity, support innovation, and harness the potential of the commercial space sector.

US President Trump said that he will be talking to Iran “next week”, adding that they “might sign an agreement.”“We’re going to talk to them next week, with Iran. We may sign an agreement, I don’t know. To me, I don’t think it’s that necessary. I mean, they had a war, they fought, now they’re going back to their world. I don’t care if I have an agreement or not,” he said.&nbsp;

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump says US will meet with Iran 'next week'

Trump said that the meeting with Zelensky was “very nice” even though they “had little rough times” in the past. While talking about the war with Russia, he said, “I think he’d like to see an end to this. I do. I think what I took from the meeting couldn’t have been nicer, actually, but I took from the meeting that he’d like to see it end. I think it’s a great time to end it."&nbsp;"I’m going to speak to Vladimir Putin see if we can get it ended," he added.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump to speak to Putin to 'end' Ukraine war after meeting with Zelensky

Trump said he is leaving summit with 'a little bit different' view of Nato after 'moving' scenes with leaders. “I watched the heads of these countries get up, the love and the passion that they showed for their countries was unbelievable. I’ve never seen quite anything like it," he said.&nbsp;Trump continued, "They want to protect their country. They need the United States, and without the United States, it’s not going to be the same. And you can ask Mark, or you can ask any of the people that were there. It was really moving to see it.”

NATO Summit LIVE: Leaving summit with 'a little bit different' view of Nato, says Trump 

Trump said his original promise to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine was “sarcastic,” and concedes “it’s more difficult than people would have any idea.” Trump promised the US will see if it can make more anti-missile “Patriot” missiles available for Ukraine, stressing “they are very effective, 100% effective.”

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump promises to look at sending Ukraine more Patriot missiles

President Donald Trump said Wednesday that the United States would hold talks with Iran next week, with a possible agreement on the table about Tehran's nuclear programme."We're going to talk to them next week with Iran, we may sign an agreement, I don't know," said Trump.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump says US will hold talks with Iran 'next week'

US President Donald Trump said Wednesday he believed the war between Iran and Israel was finished, as both sides were keen to end the fight.Asked why he was confident the conflict was over, Trump told reporters: "I dealt with both and they're both tired, exhausted.""They fought very, very hard and very viciously, very violently, and they were both satisfied to go home and get out," said Trump.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump says Iran, Israel both 'tired, exhausted' by war

President Donald Trump on Wednesday hailed a NATO pledge to boost defence spending to five percent of gross domestic product annually as a "monumental" win for his country."It's a monumental win for the United States, because we were carrying much more than our fair share," Trump told reporters after the summit of the 32 NATO countries.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump says NATO spending pledge 'monumental win for US'

Trump praised the 5% defence spending target, saying, "“Major focus of our conversations at the summit was need for other Nato members to take up the burden of the defence of Europe, that included the financial burden as you know, it was 2%, [and] we got it up to 5%. And they said, a couple of them came up to me, one in particular, said, ‘Sir, we’ve been trying to get it up to 3% for 20 years, and we haven’t been able and you got it up to 5%’, so they’re going to be … most of them. I guess almost all of them are going to be contributing now."

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump praises 5% defence spending target

Hailing the NATO summit in the Netherlands, Trump said it was “a fairly long trip, but worth it.” He added, “Tremendous things have been accomplished.” He further praised the hosts, the Netherlands, Nato secretary general Mark Rutte.Trump also hailed the recent “massive” strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. “This incredible exercise of American strength has paved the way for peace, historic cease fire agreement Monday. We call it the 12 day war. I spoke to a few people, I guess that just sounded like the right, right name, a 12 day war,” he said.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump says 'Tremendous things accomplished' at NATO summit

Following the meeting with Trump, Zelensky told reporters, “We covered all the truly important issues. I thank Mr. President, I thank the United States. We discussed how to achieve a ceasefire and a real peace. We spoke about how to protect our people. We appreciate the attention and the readiness to help bring peace closer. Details will follow.”

NATO Summit LIVE: Zelensky 'covered all the truly important issues' in meeting with Trump

A meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US leader Donald Trump on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague on Wednesday has ended after 50 minutes.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump-Zelensky meeting concludes after 50 minutes

UK prime minister, Keir Starmer, insisted at his press conference that he believed Trump was a reliable partner that could we trusted.“We work very closely with the United States, we have done for many years. Our teams are constantly talking to each other as they were throughout last week,” he said

NATO Summit LIVE: Starmer insists Trump is a reliable partner

A meeting between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and US leader Donald Trump has begun on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague on Wednesday, the Ukrainian presidency said.The two leaders were set to discuss additional sanctions on Russia over its invasion of Ukraine and arms procurement for Kyiv, a source had earlier told AFP.

NATO Summit LIVE: Kyiv says Trump-Zelensky meeting at NATO summit started

Rutte said, Trump deserves “some praise” for making Nato allies commit to ramp up their spending more urgently, and same for his actions in Iran.

NATO Summit LIVE: Nato Chief Rutte says Trump deserves 'some praise' 

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte said that the agreed targets show that “the allies recognise the severity of the threats we face and, in response, they have come together to agree an ambitious but essential new defence spending commitment.”“President Trump has been clear America is committed to Nato. He affirmed it again today in no uncertain terms.At the same time, he made clear that America expects European allies and Canada to contribute more, and that is exactly what we see them doing.”

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump clear that US is committed to Nato, Rutte says

Nato leaders have committed to invest 5% of GDP annually on defence and security-related spending by 2035 “to ensure our individual and collective obligations” are met, according to the final text of the Hague summit declaration adopted just now.

NATO Summit LIVE: Nato leaders commit to invest 5% GDP on defence by 2035, back Ukraine

<ul><li>US President Donald Trump and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte held a news conference before the NATO Summit. The two addressed several issues, including the recent Israel-Iran ceasefire, Russia-Ukraine war and NATO's defence spending target.</li><li>German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed confidence that NATO members will agree "in great harmony" to raise the alliance's defence spending target. However, some of the countries said they wont meet this target.</li><li>On Gaza issue, Trump said that he believes "great progress" is being made towards Israel's war in Gaza. He added that US envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff informed him a ceasefire deal is "near".</li><li>On Russia-Ukraine war, Hungarian PM Viktor Orban said that he does not believe that Russia could launch an attack on NATO territory by the end of the decade.</li><li>Trump to meet Zelensky on second day of Summit in The Hague. When asked about meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump said that he will be discussing the obvious with him. "We’ll discuss his difficulties. He’s got a little difficulty. Zelenskyy, he’s a nice guy. I mean, I’m going to meet him today."&nbsp;</li></ul>

NATO Summit LIVE: Here's what happened so far | Key points

Iran has “less capacity” to rapidly produce a nuclear weapon and is “much further away” from one today due to US strikes on three of the country’s nuclear facilities, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said in an interview with Politico, in The Hague.&nbsp;“(Iran’s nuclear) program today has been set behind significantly from where it was a week ago. It is in far worse shape today than it was a week ago because of US actions and because some of the actions Israelis took,” Rubio told Politico.

NATO Summit LIVE: Iran is "much further away" from a nuclear weapon after US strikes, says Rubio

As NATO is planning to push for a defence spending of 5 per cent by the end of 2035, nine nations are already falling behind the current target of 2 per cent.&nbsp; Read the full story <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/nato-the-countries-which-denied-5-defence-spending-1750844163642">HERE</a>.

NATO Summit LIVE: Countries which denied to meet 5% defence spending

US President Donald Trump, during a press conference on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in The Hague on Wednesday (Jun 25), hailed the ceasefire in the Israel-Iran war as a "tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran". &nbsp;Read the full story <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/trump-at-nato-summit-hails-iran-israel-ceasefire-as-tremendous-victory-for-everyone-1750840218151">HERE</a>.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump at NATO summit hails Iran-Israel ceasefire as 'tremendous victory for everyone'

Britain’s King Charles has invited US president Donald Trump for a state visit later this year, as confirmed by Buckingham Palace. Trump accepted an invitation from Charles for a second state visit in February

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump gets invited for UK state visit later this year, Buckingham Palace confirm

Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban does not believe, as other European countries do, that Russia could carry out an attack on NATO territory by the end of the decade.“I think Russia is not strong enough to represent a real threat to us. We are far stronger,” Orban told reporters at the summit.

NATO Summit LIVE: Hungary’s PM says Russia not ‘a real threat’

NATO Chief Mark Rutte said that that “we are meeting at a dangerous moment as Russia's war against Ukraine rages on”.&nbsp;“We meet at a dangerous moment for our one billion citizens. Russia’s war against Ukraine rages on. An assertive grouping of adversaries seeks to divide and challenge us. There’s war in the Middle East. Terrorism poses a persistent threat, and new technologies bring opportunities, but also many serious security challenges,” he said.&nbsp;“In the face of this, we stand together, united in Nato, the most powerful defensive alliance in world history,” Rutte added.&nbsp;

NATO Summit LIVE: NATO Summit at a 'dangerous moment', says Rutte 

US President Donald Trump confirmed his commitment to Article 5. Asked about his commitment to Nato’s Article 5, Trump said, “We are with them all the way.”

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump confirms commitment to Article 5

Trump on Wednesday made a comparison between US strikes on Iran and the US use of nuclear bombs in Japan, stressing that both attacks were done to successfully end wars."I don’t want to use an example of Hiroshima. I don’t want to use an example of Nagasaki, but that was essentially the same thing that ended that war,” Trump said at a NATO summit."I don’t think they’ll ever do it again,” Trump said of Iran’s nuclear ambitions. “They just went through hell. I think they’ve had it. The last thing they want to do is enrich.”

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump makes comparison between US bombing of Hiroshima and Iran strikes

US President Donald Trump said “great progress” being made, referring to a possible deal to end the conflict.“I think we’re going to have some very good news,” he said in the Netherlands. “I was talking to Steve Witkoff, who, by the way, is terrific, and who knows more about this subject than anybody … He just explains it so easily. He’s really very knowledgeable. But he did tell me that [a ceasefire deal in] Gaza is very close,” he said, referring to the United States Special Envoy to the Middle East.

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump says Witkoff told him Gaza ceasefire deal is ‘very close’

Chief Mark Rutte said that NATO will decide unanimously for countries to raise defence spending to 5 percent of GDP. He said that Europeans and Canadians would need to pay more for defence, not US taxpayers.&nbsp;

NATO Summit LIVE: Europe, Canada need to pay more for defence, not US taxpayers

When asked about meeting Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump said that he will be discussing the obvious with him."We’ll discuss the obvious. We’ll discuss his difficulties. He’s got a little difficulty. Zelenskyy, he’s a nice guy. I mean, I’m going to meet him today. I don’t know. I assume we’re going to be discussing Ukraine," Trump said.&nbsp;

NATO Summit LIVE: Trump to meet Zelensky on second day of Summit at The Hague, says 'will discuss his difficulties'

Rutte welcomes the European Union’s Readiness 2030 plan that promises to unleash up to 800 billion euros for defence, and encouraged the removal of barriers to transatlantic defence cooperation.

As the NATO Summit kickstarts in the Netherlands, with discussions focusing on several agendas, including Israel-Iran war, Russia-Ukraine war and more, US President Donald Trump praised the success of recent strikes on Iran's nuclear programme. NATO Chief Mark Rutte urged allies and industries to do more, better and together, stressing on the demand signal NATO is sending to the defence industry. Rutte welcomes the European Union’s Readiness 2030 plan that promises to unleash up to 800 billion euros for defence, and encouraged the removal of barriers to transatlantic defence cooperation. The Summit in The Hague brough together defence ministers, industry leaders and experts from across the Alliance and beyond to identify practical solutions to strengthen transatlantic defence industrial cooperation, boost production capacity, support innovation, and harness the potential of the commercial space sector.

Rutte welcomes the European Union’s Readiness 2030 plan that promises to unleash up to 800 billion euros for defence, and encouraged the removal of barriers to transatlantic defence cooperation.

NATO Summit: Trump leaves summit with 'a little bit different' view | KEY HIGHLIGHTS

The US bunker-buster bombs deployed through B-2 stealth bombers attacked three Iranian nuclear facilities last weekend amid the Israel-Iran war, but shockingly, the United States was the one that provided Tehran with the seeds of nuclear technology. It all goes back to the 1960s, the US shipped the Tehran Research Reactor to Iran, as part of the “Atoms for Peace” program.First, the US did this under the tag of "peace", but decades later, the US warplanes attacked Iran's nuclear sites, including Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow as it sees it as a threat now.<h2>Atoms of Peace</h2>Then US President Dwight D Eisenhower launched the "Atoms of Peace" programme, to share civilian technology with allies. At that time, Iran was ruled by Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. The country was a model Cold War partner, secular and eager to modernise. &nbsp;The US introduced Iran with nuclear technology as it installed the Tehran Research Reactor, training Iranian scientists at elite institutions like MIT, and encouraging partnerships with European allies.For the US, it was nothing more than a strategy to extend influence, contain Soviet power and show the "benevolent" use of atomic energy. But, little did it know, that it created an entire ecosystem of nuclear capacity inside Iran.Robert Einhorn, a former US arms control negotiator and now a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, said, "We gave Iran its starter kit. We weren't terribly concerned about nuclear proliferation in those days, so we were pretty promiscuous about transferring nuclear technology."However, the reactor does not contribute to Iran's enrichment of uranium, the arduous process that is a key process in making nuclear bombs. Moreover, it runs on nuclear fuel which is far too weak to even power a bomb.Years later, it became an object of national pride for Iran and a potential source of military power.But Iran which got the reactor in 1967 was very different from what it has become now. Then, it was led by a monarch, or shah, who was a Swiss-educated aristocrat. Pahlavi wanted to modernise his country and make it a world power but with America's support. He even banned the women's veil and promoted modern art.But it didn't take much time for Shah to talk about Iran's "right" to produce nuclear fuel at home, something that can also be applied to nuclear weapons development.But as the US showed concern and objected, Pahlavi turned to other nations for nuclear assistance, including Germany and South Africa.<h2>US stopped delivering reactors</h2>In 1978, the Carter administration raised concerns and insisted that an Iranian contract to purchase eight American reactors be amended. It then restricted Iran from reprocessing without permission. Then, the US never delivered reactors.When the Islamic Revolution happened in 1979, it created hatred for America and support for the Shah. Iran’s new clerical rulers, led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, initially showed little interest in continuing an expensive project associated with the Shah and Western powers.But later in the 1980s after an eight-year war with Iraq, Ayatollah Khameini reconsidered how much nuclear technology is needed and it turned to Pakistan. The Pakistani scientist and nuclear black marketeer Abdul Qadeer Khan sold Iran centrifuges to enrich uranium to bomb-grade levels of purity.<h2>The real reason</h2>Gary Samore, the top White House nuclear official in the Clinton and Obama administrations said that Iran acquiring centrifuges was the main reason its nuclear program escalated into a global issue.“Iran’s enrichment program is not the result of U.S. assistance,” Samore said. “The Iranians got their centrifuge technology from Pakistan, and they have developed their centrifuges based on that Pakistani technology — which itself was based on European designs.”But even after years, the issue remains unsolved between Iran and the US. Today, Trump announced that the US will be holding fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table. This comes a day after Israel-Iran agreed to a ceasefire after a 12-day war.&nbsp;

The US did this under the tag of "peace", but decades later, the US warplanes attacked Iran's nuclear sites, including Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow as it sees it as a threat now.

The US bunker-buster bombs deployed through B-2 stealth bombers attacked three Iranian nuclear facilities last weekend amid the Israel-Iran war, but shockingly, the United States was the one that provided Tehran with the seeds of nuclear technology. It all goes back to the 1960s, the US shipped the Tehran Research Reactor to Iran, as part of the “Atoms for Peace” program. First, the US did this under the tag of "peace", but decades later, the US warplanes attacked Iran's nuclear sites, including Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow as it sees it as a threat now. Atoms of Peace Then US President Dwight D Eisenhower launched the "Atoms of Peace" programme, to share civilian technology with allies. At that time, Iran was ruled by Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. The country was a model Cold War partner, secular and eager to modernise. The US introduced Iran with nuclear technology as it installed the Tehran Research Reactor, training Iranian scientists at elite institutions like MIT, and encouraging partnerships with European allies. For the US, it was nothing more than a strategy to extend influence, contain Soviet power and show the "benevolent" use of atomic energy. But, little did it know, that it created an entire ecosystem of nuclear capacity inside Iran. Robert Einhorn, a former US arms control negotiator and now a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, said, "We gave Iran its starter kit. We weren't terribly concerned about nuclear proliferation in those days, so we were pretty promiscuous about transferring nuclear technology." However, the reactor does not contribute to Iran's enrichment of uranium, the arduous process that is a key process in making nuclear bombs. Moreover, it runs on nuclear fuel which is far too weak to even power a bomb. Years later, it became an object of national pride for Iran and a potential source of military power. But Iran which got the reactor in 1967 was very different from what it has become now. Then, it was led by a monarch, or shah, who was a Swiss-educated aristocrat. Pahlavi wanted to modernise his country and make it a world power but with America's support. He even banned the women's veil and promoted modern art. But it didn't take much time for Shah to talk about Iran's "right" to produce nuclear fuel at home, something that can also be applied to nuclear weapons development. But as the US showed concern and objected, Pahlavi turned to other nations for nuclear assistance, including Germany and South Africa. US stopped delivering reactors In 1978, the Carter administration raised concerns and insisted that an Iranian contract to purchase eight American reactors be amended. It then restricted Iran from reprocessing without permission. Then, the US never delivered reactors. When the Islamic Revolution happened in 1979, it created hatred for America and support for the Shah. Iran’s new clerical rulers, led by Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini, initially showed little interest in continuing an expensive project associated with the Shah and Western powers. But later in the 1980s after an eight-year war with Iraq, Ayatollah Khameini reconsidered how much nuclear technology is needed and it turned to Pakistan. The Pakistani scientist and nuclear black marketeer Abdul Qadeer Khan sold Iran centrifuges to enrich uranium to bomb-grade levels of purity. The real reason Gary Samore, the top White House nuclear official in the Clinton and Obama administrations said that Iran acquiring centrifuges was the main reason its nuclear program escalated into a global issue. “Iran’s enrichment program is not the result of U.S. assistance,” Samore said. “The Iranians got their centrifuge technology from Pakistan, and they have developed their centrifuges based on that Pakistani technology — which itself was based on European designs.” But even after years, the issue remains unsolved between Iran and the US. Today, Trump announced that the US will be holding fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table. This comes a day after Israel-Iran agreed to a ceasefire after a 12-day war.

The US did this under the tag of "peace", but decades later, the US warplanes attacked Iran's nuclear sites, including Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow as it sees it as a threat now.

US introduced Iran with nuclear technology in 1960s — Then attacked it with B-2 bombers 65 years later | WION EXPLAINS

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (June 25) for a one-on-one meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit in the Netherlands. This time, he changed his usual military-style outfit for a more formal suit.It was a notable change from their February meeting in the Oval Office, where their talks ended in a shouting match. During that exchange, Zelensky was criticised by a reporter for "not wearing a suit."This time, Zelensky wore a black jacket and shirt, more formal than his usual attire, though still not a full suit with matching trousers.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-zelensky-wants-it-what-is-patriot-missile-trump-plans-to-send-most-advanced-us-air-defence-system-to-ukraine-1750870908826">‘Zelensky wants it’: What is Patriot&nbsp;missile? Trump plans to send 'most advanced' US air defence system to Ukraine</a><h2>‘We covered all the truly important issues’</h2>This time, it seemed that the meeting between the two leaders went well. “I had a long and substantive meeting with President Trump. We covered all the truly important issues,” Zelensky posted on social media.He went on to thank both Trump and the United States, saying the meeting focused on achieving a ceasefire with Russia and working toward a lasting peace. “We discussed how to achieve a ceasefire and a real peace. We spoke about how to protect our people. We appreciate the attention and the readiness to help bring peace closer. Details will follow,” Zelensky added.Following the meeting, which lasted 50 minutes, Trump said, “I wanted to know how he’s doing,” and said the meeting was “very nice” even though they “had little rough times” in the past. He added that he is “hopeful” that the three-year-long conflict between Russia and Ukraine can be resolved. Meanwhile, Zelensky said on social media that he had a “long and substantive” meeting with the US president. The two leaders discussed how to reach a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, he added.<h2>Pushing for air defence and sanctions</h2>Zelensky used the meeting to push for more weapons from the US, particularly the Patriot air defence missile system. Ukraine has been pressing Washington for these systems to shield its cities from Russian missile attacks.He is also said to have asked Trump to increase sanctions against the Russian government as a way to turn up pressure on President Vladimir Putin.<h2>Private talks, no official NATO seat</h2>Ukraine is not a NATO member, and Zelensky was not invited to take part in the official summit. However, he was granted a private meeting with Trump after Tuesday’s royal dinner in The Hague, hosted by the Dutch king.

It was a notable change from their February meeting in the Oval Office, where their talks ended in a shouting match. During that exchange, Zelensky was criticised by a reporter for "not wearing a suit."

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky met US President Donald Trump on Wednesday (June 25) for a one-on-one meeting on the sidelines of the NATO summit in the Netherlands. This time, he changed his usual military-style outfit for a more formal suit. It was a notable change from their February meeting in the Oval Office, where their talks ended in a shouting match. During that exchange, Zelensky was criticised by a reporter for "not wearing a suit." This time, Zelensky wore a black jacket and shirt, more formal than his usual attire, though still not a full suit with matching trousers. Also read: ‘Zelensky wants it’: What is Patriot missile? Trump plans to send 'most advanced' US air defence system to Ukraine ‘We covered all the truly important issues’ This time, it seemed that the meeting between the two leaders went well. “I had a long and substantive meeting with President Trump. We covered all the truly important issues,” Zelensky posted on social media. He went on to thank both Trump and the United States, saying the meeting focused on achieving a ceasefire with Russia and working toward a lasting peace. “We discussed how to achieve a ceasefire and a real peace. We spoke about how to protect our people. We appreciate the attention and the readiness to help bring peace closer. Details will follow,” Zelensky added. Following the meeting, which lasted 50 minutes, Trump said, “I wanted to know how he’s doing,” and said the meeting was “very nice” even though they “had little rough times” in the past. He added that he is “hopeful” that the three-year-long conflict between Russia and Ukraine can be resolved. Meanwhile, Zelensky said on social media that he had a “long and substantive” meeting with the US president. The two leaders discussed how to reach a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, he added. Pushing for air defence and sanctions Zelensky used the meeting to push for more weapons from the US, particularly the Patriot air defence missile system. Ukraine has been pressing Washington for these systems to shield its cities from Russian missile attacks. He is also said to have asked Trump to increase sanctions against the Russian government as a way to turn up pressure on President Vladimir Putin. Private talks, no official NATO seat Ukraine is not a NATO member, and Zelensky was not invited to take part in the official summit. However, he was granted a private meeting with Trump after Tuesday’s royal dinner in The Hague, hosted by the Dutch king.

It was a notable change from their February meeting in the Oval Office, where their talks ended in a shouting match. During that exchange, Zelensky was criticised by a reporter for "not wearing a suit."

‘Yes, he OWNS a suit’: Zelensky ditches military gear for 'very nice' Trump meeting at NATO summit

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Wednesday (Jun 25) threatened to take legal action against Elon Musk’s SpaceX over falling debris and contamination from rocket launches across the border in the United States. During a press conference, Sheinbaum told reporters that the Mexican government was studying which international laws were being violated by the space company to file “the necessary lawsuits” as “there is indeed contamination”.&nbsp;On several occasions, SpaceX rocket explosions have resulted in debris washing up on Mexican beaches. Last week, a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during a routine ground test at the Starbase headquarters in southern Texas, close to the Mexican border. &nbsp;Following the blast, a large fireball was seen erupting into the air, suggesting a setback to Musk’s dream of sending humans to Mars.&nbsp;Weeks before, debris from SpaceX’s Starship test flight reportedly washed up along the beaches in northern Mexico and parts of southern Texas, sparking concern among environmental groups. The debris included fragments of aluminium, plastic shards and several large tanks, said Conibio Global AC, a nonprofit environmental organisation.&nbsp;Sheinbaum added that Mexican officials are carrying out a “comprehensive review” of the environmental impacts of rocket launches in the bordering state of Tamaulipas.&nbsp;In early May, the US Federal Aviation Administration approved an increase in the annual for rocket launches for Musk’s space company from five to 25. It said that the increased frequency would not impact the environment adversely. The decision came despite conservative groups warning that the expansion could endanger sea turtles and shorebirds.&nbsp;The lawsuit would be the latest legal battle between Mexico and a US corporate giant. In May, Sheinbaum’s administration sued Google for renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the ‘Gulf of America’ in their Google Maps application. The tech giant made the changes for US users after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to change its name.

Last week, a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during a routine ground test at the Starbase headquarters in southern Texas, close to the Mexican border.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum on Wednesday (Jun 25) threatened to take legal action against Elon Musk’s SpaceX over falling debris and contamination from rocket launches across the border in the United States. During a press conference, Sheinbaum told reporters that the Mexican government was studying which international laws were being violated by the space company to file “the necessary lawsuits” as “there is indeed contamination”. On several occasions, SpaceX rocket explosions have resulted in debris washing up on Mexican beaches. Last week, a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during a routine ground test at the Starbase headquarters in southern Texas, close to the Mexican border. Following the blast, a large fireball was seen erupting into the air, suggesting a setback to Musk’s dream of sending humans to Mars. Weeks before, debris from SpaceX’s Starship test flight reportedly washed up along the beaches in northern Mexico and parts of southern Texas, sparking concern among environmental groups. The debris included fragments of aluminium, plastic shards and several large tanks, said Conibio Global AC, a nonprofit environmental organisation. Sheinbaum added that Mexican officials are carrying out a “comprehensive review” of the environmental impacts of rocket launches in the bordering state of Tamaulipas. In early May, the US Federal Aviation Administration approved an increase in the annual for rocket launches for Musk’s space company from five to 25. It said that the increased frequency would not impact the environment adversely. The decision came despite conservative groups warning that the expansion could endanger sea turtles and shorebirds. The lawsuit would be the latest legal battle between Mexico and a US corporate giant. In May, Sheinbaum’s administration sued Google for renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the ‘Gulf of America’ in their Google Maps application. The tech giant made the changes for US users after US President Donald Trump signed an executive order to change its name.

Last week, a SpaceX Starship rocket exploded during a routine ground test at the Starbase headquarters in southern Texas, close to the Mexican border.&nbsp;

Elon Musk’s SpaceX to face legal troubles? Mexican president threatens to sue US company over rocket debris

The NATO Summit kicks off in the Netherlands, with discussions focusing on several agendas, including the Israel-Iran war, the Russia-Ukraine war and more.&nbsp;US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Jun 25) on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague.&nbsp;President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will hold fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table.&nbsp;Click on the headlines for more&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/live-updates/world/nato-summit-live-trump-to-meet-zelensky-on-second-day-of-summit-at-the-hague-says-will-discuss-his-difficulties-1750844427117">NATO Summit LIVE: Trump calls PM Modi a 'great friend', again claims credit for ending India-Pakistan war</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750862331244.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="NATO Summit LIVE: Trump calls PM Modi a 'great friend', again claims credit for ending India-Pakistan war"></figure>&nbsp;As the NATO Summit kickstarts in the Netherlands, with discussions focusing on several agendas, including Israel-Iran war, Russia-Ukraine war and more. US President Donald Trump praised the success of recent strikes on Iran's nuclear programme. NATO Chief Mark Rutte urged allies and industries to do more, better and together, stressing on the demand signal NATO is sending to the defence industry.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-putin-is-difficult-trump-says-after-very-nice-meeting-with-zelensky-at-nato-summit-1750863724729">‘Putin is difficult’: Trump says after ‘very nice’ meeting with Zelensky at NATO summit</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750863805648.jpg?rect=(0,2,1196,897)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="‘Putin is difficult’: Trump says after ‘very nice’ meeting with Zelensky at NATO summit"></figure>&nbsp;US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Jun 25) on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague. Following the meeting, which lasted 50 minutes, Trump said, “I wanted to know how he’s doing,” and said the meeting was “very nice” even though they “had little rough times” in the past.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-iran-nuclear-talks-back-on-table-trump-says-washington-tehran-may-sign-an-agreement-next-week-1750863430026">US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750863774627.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week"></figure>&nbsp;President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will hold fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-badly-damaged-iran-s-first-admission-of-damage-to-its-nuclear-facilities-in-us-strikes-1750856972488">‘Badly damaged’: Iran's first admission of damage to its nuclear facilities in US strikes</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750857516152.jpg?rect=(0,121,1212,907)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="‘Badly damaged’: Iran's first admission of damage to its nuclear facilities in US strikes"></figure>&nbsp;Iran has finally admitted that its nuclear facilities have in fact been “badly damaged” in the US strikes. Esmail Baghaei, the spokesman of Iran’s foreign ministry, told Al Jazeera on Wednesday, “Our nuclear installations have been badly damaged.” However, he refused to share any details of the damage or the status of the nuclear facilities.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/gaza-ceasefire-talks-intensified-says-hamas-as-trump-believes-great-progress-being-made-1750849782429">Gaza ceasefire talks ‘intensified,’ says Hamas as Trump believes ‘great progress being made’</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750849795373.jpg?rect=(0,58,908,682)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Gaza ceasefire talks ‘intensified,’ says Hamas as Trump believes ‘great progress being made’"></figure>&nbsp;A senior Hamas official told AFP on Wednesday (Jun 25) that negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian militant group have “intensified in recent hours” with mediator countries. “Our communications with the brother mediators in Egypt and Qatar have not stopped and have intensified in recent hours,” Taher al-Nunu said.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-daddy-has-to-sometimes-nato-chief-rutte-reacts-to-trump-calling-israel-iran-two-kids-here-s-what-he-said-1750854170837">'Daddy has to sometimes...': NATO Chief Rutte reacts to Trump calling Israel, Iran 'two kids' - Here's what he said</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750854752232.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'Daddy has to sometimes...': NATO Chief Rutte reacts to Trump calling Israel, Iran 'two kids' - Here's what he said"></figure>&nbsp;NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Wednesday reacted to US President Donald Trump's statement, where he called Israel and Iran "two kids in a schoolyard." Rutte made a "daddy" remark on the US president's statement on the sidelines of NATO Summit in The Hague.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-the-us-strike-iran-again-trump-says-it-depends-on-this-one-thing-1750854363174">Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one thing</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750854622334.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one&nbsp;thing"></figure>&nbsp;US President Donald Trump has suggested that further American strikes on Iran are possible if the country resumes work on its nuclear programme. His comments came during the NATO Summit in The Hague on Wednesday (June 25).&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/science/explained-why-does-it-take-28-hours-for-axiom-4-astronauts-reach-space-station-1750865814127">EXPLAINED | Why does it take 28 hours for Axiom-4 astronauts to reach space station?</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750866351520.png?rect=(0,0,1200,900)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="EXPLAINED | Why does it take 28 hours for Axiom-4 astronauts to reach space station?"></figure>&nbsp;Axiom-4 astronauts aboard the Crew Dragon capsule, nestled atop the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, blasted off at 12:01 pm Indian time, 25th June, Wednesday. Barely 13 minutes after liftoff, the SpaceX rocket placed them in orbit around the Earth, and the crew began feeling microgravity-induced weightlessness. However, their journey to the International Space Station would take as much as 28 hours.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750854101328.png?rect=(0,160,960,720)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="Diljit Dosanjh got emotional representing Punjab at Met Gala, says Cartier ‘stole’ Maharaja of Patiala’s diamond necklace"></figure>&nbsp;Diljit Dosanjh is now a global star. The actor-singer made heads turn with his maiden appearance at the Met Gala 2025 earlier this year. Dressed like a Maharaja, Diljit’s look was designed by Prabal Gurung and created quite a stir with Diljit making it to best best-dressed list of several fashion pages. Now, over a month later, Diljit has revealed that he always wanted to dress up as a King on the global stage. Diljit also admitted that he had teared up when he first thought of wearing a cape with a map of Punjab on it.&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/-i-am-not-that-happy-with-my-performance-today-says-neeraj-chopra-after-winning-ostrava-golden-spike-win-1750848450372">'I am not that happy with my performance today', says Neeraj Chopra after winning Ostrava Golden Spike win</a>&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://cdn1.wionews.com/prod/wion/images/2025/20250625/image-1750849000587.jpg?rect=(0,63,992,744)&amp;w=752&amp;h=564&amp;format=webp&amp;quality=medium" alt="'I am not that happy with my performance today', says Neeraj Chopra after winning Ostrava Golden Spike win"></figure>&nbsp;Neeraj Chopra might have won the Golden Spike title in his first outing at the meet, but the two-time Olympic champion was not pleased with his throw. Chopra's personal best effort of 85.29m was sufficient to win the event in a nine-man field, at the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold meet on Tuesday (June 24).

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The NATO Summit kicks off in the Netherlands, with discussions focusing on several agendas, including the Israel-Iran war, the Russia-Ukraine war and more. US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Jun 25) on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will hold fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table. Click on the headlines for more NATO Summit LIVE: Trump calls PM Modi a 'great friend', again claims credit for ending India-Pakistan war As the NATO Summit kickstarts in the Netherlands, with discussions focusing on several agendas, including Israel-Iran war, Russia-Ukraine war and more. US President Donald Trump praised the success of recent strikes on Iran's nuclear programme. NATO Chief Mark Rutte urged allies and industries to do more, better and together, stressing on the demand signal NATO is sending to the defence industry. ‘Putin is difficult’: Trump says after ‘very nice’ meeting with Zelensky at NATO summit US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Jun 25) on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague. Following the meeting, which lasted 50 minutes, Trump said, “I wanted to know how he’s doing,” and said the meeting was “very nice” even though they “had little rough times” in the past. US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will hold fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table. ‘Badly damaged’: Iran's first admission of damage to its nuclear facilities in US strikes Iran has finally admitted that its nuclear facilities have in fact been “badly damaged” in the US strikes. Esmail Baghaei, the spokesman of Iran’s foreign ministry, told Al Jazeera on Wednesday, “Our nuclear installations have been badly damaged.” However, he refused to share any details of the damage or the status of the nuclear facilities. Gaza ceasefire talks ‘intensified,’ says Hamas as Trump believes ‘great progress being made’ A senior Hamas official told AFP on Wednesday (Jun 25) that negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza between Israel and the Palestinian militant group have “intensified in recent hours” with mediator countries. “Our communications with the brother mediators in Egypt and Qatar have not stopped and have intensified in recent hours,” Taher al-Nunu said. 'Daddy has to sometimes...': NATO Chief Rutte reacts to Trump calling Israel, Iran 'two kids' - Here's what he said NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on Wednesday reacted to US President Donald Trump's statement, where he called Israel and Iran "two kids in a schoolyard." Rutte made a "daddy" remark on the US president's statement on the sidelines of NATO Summit in The Hague. Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one thing US President Donald Trump has suggested that further American strikes on Iran are possible if the country resumes work on its nuclear programme. His comments came during the NATO Summit in The Hague on Wednesday (June 25). EXPLAINED | Why does it take 28 hours for Axiom-4 astronauts to reach space station? Axiom-4 astronauts aboard the Crew Dragon capsule, nestled atop the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket, blasted off at 12:01 pm Indian time, 25th June, Wednesday. Barely 13 minutes after liftoff, the SpaceX rocket placed them in orbit around the Earth, and the crew began feeling microgravity-induced weightlessness. However, their journey to the International Space Station would take as much as 28 hours. Diljit Dosanjh is now a global star. The actor-singer made heads turn with his maiden appearance at the Met Gala 2025 earlier this year. Dressed like a Maharaja, Diljit’s look was designed by Prabal Gurung and created quite a stir with Diljit making it to best best-dressed list of several fashion pages. Now, over a month later, Diljit has revealed that he always wanted to dress up as a King on the global stage. Diljit also admitted that he had teared up when he first thought of wearing a cape with a map of Punjab on it. 'I am not that happy with my performance today', says Neeraj Chopra after winning Ostrava Golden Spike win Neeraj Chopra might have won the Golden Spike title in his first outing at the meet, but the two-time Olympic champion was not pleased with his throw. Chopra's personal best effort of 85.29m was sufficient to win the event in a nine-man field, at the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold meet on Tuesday (June 24).

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Pakistan is reportedly developing a nuclear-armed intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that could reach India and the United States, according to a new report published by Foreign Affairs. This comes amid speculation that Pakistan is expanding its nuclear capabilities with support from China in the wake of Operation Sindoor.Citing US officials, the report suggests that if Pakistan completes this project, Washington would be forced to consider the country a nuclear adversary, a term currently reserved for Russia, China and North Korea. Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/how-pakistan-got-the-nuclear-bomb-india-pahalgam-terror-attack-9007958">'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India</a>“If Pakistan acquires an ICBM, Washington will have no choice but to treat the country as a nuclear adversary. No other country with ICBMs that can target the United States is considered a friend,” US officials reportedly said.<h2>What is Intercontinental Nuclear Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs)?</h2>Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs) are long-range missiles capable of delivering nuclear or conventional warheads over a distance of more than 5,500 kilometres. Possessing ICBMs places a country in a different league of global military power.<h2>A shift in strategy after Iran?</h2>Pakistan has traditionally focused its nuclear deterrence on India, with its current arsenal comprising short- and medium-range missiles. The country’s most advanced missile to date, the Shaheen-III, tested in 2022, can strike targets up to 2,700 km away, enough to reach key Indian cities but far short of the United States.The report suggests that Islamabad may be pursuing an ICBM programme to prevent the kind of pre-emptive strike that Washington launched against Iran’s nuclear facilities.<h2>A response to India’s growing capabilities?</h2>Pakistan’s missile ambition could also be driven by India’s rapid military growth. Pakistan has long seen its nuclear arsenal as a balancing tool. As per the report, this missile could also act as a deterrent against American Washington is closely watching Pakistan’s missile ambitions. Last year, the US imposed fresh sanctions on the National Development Complex, the state-run body overseeing the missile programme, and three other Pakistani firms.Islamabad condemned the measures, calling them “biased.”

Pakistan has traditionally focused its nuclear deterrence on India, with its current arsenal comprising short- and medium-range missiles.

Pakistan is reportedly developing a nuclear-armed intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) that could reach India and the United States, according to a new report published by Foreign Affairs. This comes amid speculation that Pakistan is expanding its nuclear capabilities with support from China in the wake of Operation Sindoor. Citing US officials, the report suggests that if Pakistan completes this project, Washington would be forced to consider the country a nuclear adversary, a term currently reserved for Russia, China and North Korea. Also read: 'Will go hungry, but get the bomb’: How Pakistan got the nuclear bomb? A story of desperation, fear, and rivalry with India “If Pakistan acquires an ICBM, Washington will have no choice but to treat the country as a nuclear adversary. No other country with ICBMs that can target the United States is considered a friend,” US officials reportedly said. What is Intercontinental Nuclear Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs)? Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs) are long-range missiles capable of delivering nuclear or conventional warheads over a distance of more than 5,500 kilometres. Possessing ICBMs places a country in a different league of global military power. A shift in strategy after Iran? Pakistan has traditionally focused its nuclear deterrence on India, with its current arsenal comprising short- and medium-range missiles. The country’s most advanced missile to date, the Shaheen-III, tested in 2022, can strike targets up to 2,700 km away, enough to reach key Indian cities but far short of the United States. The report suggests that Islamabad may be pursuing an ICBM programme to prevent the kind of pre-emptive strike that Washington launched against Iran’s nuclear facilities. A response to India’s growing capabilities? Pakistan’s missile ambition could also be driven by India’s rapid military growth. Pakistan has long seen its nuclear arsenal as a balancing tool. As per the report, this missile could also act as a deterrent against American Washington is closely watching Pakistan’s missile ambitions. Last year, the US imposed fresh sanctions on the National Development Complex, the state-run body overseeing the missile programme, and three other Pakistani firms. Islamabad condemned the measures, calling them “biased.”

Pakistan has traditionally focused its nuclear deterrence on India, with its current arsenal comprising short- and medium-range missiles.

Pakistan developing nuclear missile that could hit India, US: What are Intercontinental Nuclear Ballistic Missiles? Why is Washington worried?

US President Donald Trump was all smiles on Wednesday after NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte jokingly referred to him as “Daddy” while praising his role in brokering peace between Israel and Iran. Speaking at a press event on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump was asked about the unusual nickname. “He likes me, I think he likes me,” Trump replied. “He did it very affectionately. ‘Daddy, you’re my daddy.’”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/us-iran-nuclear-talks-back-on-table-trump-says-washington-tehran-may-sign-an-agreement-next-week-1750863430026">US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week</a><h2>Rutte praises Trump’s tough talk</h2>Rutte’s “Daddy” comment came while discussing Trump’s blunt comments on the Israel-Iran conflict. Earlier this week, Trump had likened the two nations to “kids in a schoolyard.” “They’ve had a big fight, like two kids in a schoolyard,” Trump said on Tuesday. “You know, they fight like hell. You can’t stop them. Let them fight for about two or three minutes. Then it’s easier to stop them.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-the-us-strike-iran-again-trump-says-it-depends-on-this-one-thing-1750854363174">Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one&nbsp;thing</a>Reacting to that, Rutte said, “Daddy has to sometimes use strong language to get it stopped,” about Trump’s no-nonsense approach.<h2>Ceasefire hailed as a major win</h2>During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme. According to Trump, the Iranian nuclear infrastructure had been “obliterated” and “set back decades.”“What he did was something no one else dared to go. It makes us all safer,” Rutte said. “Donald, you have driven us to a really, really important moment for America and Europe, and the world,” he added.He also hinted at greater European financial support for NATO efforts led by the US. “Europe is going to pay in a BIG way, as they should, and it will be your win,” he added.

During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme. 

US President Donald Trump was all smiles on Wednesday after NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte jokingly referred to him as “Daddy” while praising his role in brokering peace between Israel and Iran. Speaking at a press event on the sidelines of the NATO Summit in The Hague, Trump was asked about the unusual nickname. “He likes me, I think he likes me,” Trump replied. “He did it very affectionately. ‘Daddy, you’re my daddy.’” Also read: US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week Rutte praises Trump’s tough talk Rutte’s “Daddy” comment came while discussing Trump’s blunt comments on the Israel-Iran conflict. Earlier this week, Trump had likened the two nations to “kids in a schoolyard.” “They’ve had a big fight, like two kids in a schoolyard,” Trump said on Tuesday. “You know, they fight like hell. You can’t stop them. Let them fight for about two or three minutes. Then it’s easier to stop them.” Also read: Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one thing Reacting to that, Rutte said, “Daddy has to sometimes use strong language to get it stopped,” about Trump’s no-nonsense approach. Ceasefire hailed as a major win During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme. According to Trump, the Iranian nuclear infrastructure had been “obliterated” and “set back decades.” “What he did was something no one else dared to go. It makes us all safer,” Rutte said. “Donald, you have driven us to a really, really important moment for America and Europe, and the world,” he added. He also hinted at greater European financial support for NATO efforts led by the US. “Europe is going to pay in a BIG way, as they should, and it will be your win,” he added.

During the summit, Trump celebrated the Israel-Iran ceasefire, calling it a “tremendous victory for everyone, including Iran.” He rejected reports suggesting that US strikes failed to cripple Tehran’s nuclear programme.&nbsp;

‘Daddy, you’re my daddy’: Trump is happy with NATO chief Rutte's new nickname for him

The B-2 stealth bombers used by the US to hit Iranian nuclear facilities were born from a study of the natural world, a bird, peregrine falcon, which also inhabits Israeli skies. There are many things that makes it the most expensive aircraft in history.The B-2 bombers definitely made headlines in the last two or three days as the US attacked Iran's key nuclear facilities with bunker-buster bombs. The US hit Iran's Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, directly intervening in the Israel-Iran war.There are several things that make B-2 Spirit stealth bombers unique. Its unique shape allows for quiet, fast and fuel-efficient flight, which also makes it expensive.The B-2 bomber flew nonstop for 18 hours from American land to Iran's nuclear installations, dropped bunker-buster bombs and returned without landing. But, not everyone knows that the aircraft was inspired by a small yet extraordinary bird of prey: the peregrine falcon.<h2>Peregrine falcon</h2>In Latin, the name Falcon is called alco peregrinus—combines falco, meaning “sickle” or “scythe". It means a nod to its sharply curved, outstretched wings in flight. While, peregrinus means "wanderer", meaning, its near-global reach.The peregrine falcon is native to Israel. Notably, in the Persian Gulf region, the falcon is trained by falconers for hunting, and is also the national bird of the United Arab Emirates.Just like the peregrine falcon dives silently on its prey, the B-2 bomber's smooth and aerodynamic profile allows it to slip through the sky with minimal drag, increased speed and improved fuel economy.Another shocking revelation about the B-2 bombers is that these billion-dollar stealth bombers are not just designed to defeat the world's most advanced air bases, but also to keep the two-person crew functioning and at ease while operating it, as the mission lasts up to two days.Each B-2 carries sleeping arrangements for the pilots, including an in-flight toilet and a fold-out bed.The US did not just care for the crew's sleep, but the stealth bombers also had a microwave, a mini-fridge, rest bunks, candy bars, and whatnot, according to the Independent (UK).

There are several things that make B-2 Spirit stealth bombers unique. Its unique shape allows for quiet, fast and fuel-efficient flight, which also makes it expensive.

The B-2 stealth bombers used by the US to hit Iranian nuclear facilities were born from a study of the natural world, a bird, peregrine falcon, which also inhabits Israeli skies. There are many things that makes it the most expensive aircraft in history. The B-2 bombers definitely made headlines in the last two or three days as the US attacked Iran's key nuclear facilities with bunker-buster bombs. The US hit Iran's Fordow, Isfahan and Natanz nuclear facilities, directly intervening in the Israel-Iran war. There are several things that make B-2 Spirit stealth bombers unique. Its unique shape allows for quiet, fast and fuel-efficient flight, which also makes it expensive. The B-2 bomber flew nonstop for 18 hours from American land to Iran's nuclear installations, dropped bunker-buster bombs and returned without landing. But, not everyone knows that the aircraft was inspired by a small yet extraordinary bird of prey: the peregrine falcon. Peregrine falcon In Latin, the name Falcon is called alco peregrinus—combines falco, meaning “sickle” or “scythe". It means a nod to its sharply curved, outstretched wings in flight. While, peregrinus means "wanderer", meaning, its near-global reach. The peregrine falcon is native to Israel. Notably, in the Persian Gulf region, the falcon is trained by falconers for hunting, and is also the national bird of the United Arab Emirates. Just like the peregrine falcon dives silently on its prey, the B-2 bomber's smooth and aerodynamic profile allows it to slip through the sky with minimal drag, increased speed and improved fuel economy. Another shocking revelation about the B-2 bombers is that these billion-dollar stealth bombers are not just designed to defeat the world's most advanced air bases, but also to keep the two-person crew functioning and at ease while operating it, as the mission lasts up to two days. Each B-2 carries sleeping arrangements for the pilots, including an in-flight toilet and a fold-out bed. The US did not just care for the crew's sleep, but the stealth bombers also had a microwave, a mini-fridge, rest bunks, candy bars, and whatnot, according to the Independent (UK).

There are several things that make B-2 Spirit stealth bombers unique. Its unique shape allows for quiet, fast and fuel-efficient flight, which also makes it expensive.

Spirit behind B-2 Bomber: US Stealth Bombers were inspired by THIS native bird of Israel - Here's what we know

As the NATO Summit continues in The Hague with all member countries' leaders present there, discussing defence plan, European Union’s Readiness 2030 plan, the Israel-Iran war, and several other agendas, some of the members expressed the need for greater defence spending.The members said that the need for greater defence spending relates to a higher threat level, with several global wars raging across the world.There are approximately 3.55 million active military personnel across all NATO countries, with the United States having the highest number of troops.According to an Al Jazeera report, citing NATO, here's the list of the top 15 countries out of 32 NATO members, with the number of active troops.<h2>List:</h2><ul><li>United States: 1,300,000</li><li>Türkiye: 481,000</li><li>Poland: 216,000</li><li>France: 205,000</li><li>Germany: 186,000</li><li>Italy: 171,00</li><li>United Kingdom: 138,000</li><li>Spain: 117,000&nbsp;</li><li>Greece: 111,000</li><li>Canada: 77,000</li><li>Romania: 67,000</li><li>Netherlands: 42,000</li><li>Finland: 31,000</li><li>Czech Republic: 30,000</li><li>Portugal: 28,000</li></ul>Notably, the US has the most active troops currently, followed by Turkey, Poland, France, Germany and Italy.On Wednesday, NATO leaders agreed on a massive hike in defence spending after US President Donald Trump put pressure on him. They expressed their "ironclad commitment” to come to each other’s aid if attacked."An attack on one is an attack on all," the leaders stressed their commitment to NATO's collective security guarantee.“Allies commit to investing 5% of GDP annually on core defense requirements as well as defense- and security-related spending by 2035 to ensure our individual and collective obligations," read the final summit statement.As it concludes, US President Donald Trump said he was leaving the Nato summit with “a little bit different” view of the alliance after seeing “the love and the passion that they showed for their countries.”He declared that with the new “historic” 5% spending target, “it’s not a ripoff,” and promised that “we are here to help them protect their country.”

There are approximately 3.55 million active military personnel across all NATO countries, with the United States having the highest number of troops.

As the NATO Summit continues in The Hague with all member countries' leaders present there, discussing defence plan, European Union’s Readiness 2030 plan, the Israel-Iran war, and several other agendas, some of the members expressed the need for greater defence spending. The members said that the need for greater defence spending relates to a higher threat level, with several global wars raging across the world. There are approximately 3.55 million active military personnel across all NATO countries, with the United States having the highest number of troops. According to an Al Jazeera report, citing NATO, here's the list of the top 15 countries out of 32 NATO members, with the number of active troops. List: United States: 1,300,000 Türkiye: 481,000 Poland: 216,000 France: 205,000 Germany: 186,000 Italy: 171,00 United Kingdom: 138,000 Spain: 117,000 Greece: 111,000 Canada: 77,000 Romania: 67,000 Netherlands: 42,000 Finland: 31,000 Czech Republic: 30,000 Portugal: 28,000 Notably, the US has the most active troops currently, followed by Turkey, Poland, France, Germany and Italy. On Wednesday, NATO leaders agreed on a massive hike in defence spending after US President Donald Trump put pressure on him. They expressed their "ironclad commitment” to come to each other’s aid if attacked. "An attack on one is an attack on all," the leaders stressed their commitment to NATO's collective security guarantee. “Allies commit to investing 5% of GDP annually on core defense requirements as well as defense- and security-related spending by 2035 to ensure our individual and collective obligations," read the final summit statement. As it concludes, US President Donald Trump said he was leaving the Nato summit with “a little bit different” view of the alliance after seeing “the love and the passion that they showed for their countries.” He declared that with the new “historic” 5% spending target, “it’s not a ripoff,” and promised that “we are here to help them protect their country.”

There are approximately 3.55 million active military personnel across all NATO countries, with the United States having the highest number of troops.

How many active troops does each NATO member have? LIST INSIDE as NATO leaders agree to hike military spending

The nuclear ‘Doomsday Clock’ is ticking closer to midnight amid ‘commonplace’ talk of World War III, said Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday while issuing a warning. Lavrov claimed that Russia has been working to avoid a nuclear catastrophe and praised the “common sense” of US President Donald Trump. “Global security is perhaps the most critical issue today—especially as the infamous Doomsday Clock continues to tick toward midnight,” Lavrov said during an address to staff, faculty, and students at Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its Institute of International Relations, according to Russia’s state news agency TASS.&nbsp;“It is essential to prevent such a scenario, and we are actively engaged in efforts to avert a catastrophe,” he added.&nbsp;He stressed that discussions about the potential outbreak of World War III have become disturbingly routine.&nbsp;Lavrov then targeted leaders of the European Union states and alleged aggression and belligerence in their attitudes.He said, “It’s become almost commonplace to talk about the possibility of World War III. That’s especially alarming given the resurgence of aggressive, belligerent attitudes across Europe. As if two world wars—and countless smaller conflicts over the centuries—weren’t enough for today’s EU leaders.”&nbsp;He, however, emphasised that there were some “positive trends” and praised President Trump for them, and ctiticised the Biden administration’s “neoliberal, hegemonic agenda”.“There are, however, some positive trends. One of them is the emphasis on realism and common sense expressed by the Trump administration, which bases its foreign policy on national interests—both of the United States and of other sovereign nations,” he said.“That’s a key difference from the previous Biden administration, which was entirely consumed by a neoliberal, hegemonic agenda,” Lavrov remarked.&nbsp;Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, and the conflict between the two nations is still continuing, having entered its fourth year. Ukraine said last week that Russian forces have sustained over 1,010,000 casualties—killed and wounded—since the start of the full-scale invasion.

Lavrov stressed that discussions about the potential outbreak of World War III have become disturbingly routine and then targeted leaders of the European Union states while alleging aggression and belligerence in their attitudes.

The nuclear ‘Doomsday Clock’ is ticking closer to midnight amid ‘commonplace’ talk of World War III, said Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday while issuing a warning. Lavrov claimed that Russia has been working to avoid a nuclear catastrophe and praised the “common sense” of US President Donald Trump. “Global security is perhaps the most critical issue today—especially as the infamous Doomsday Clock continues to tick toward midnight,” Lavrov said during an address to staff, faculty, and students at Turkmenistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and its Institute of International Relations, according to Russia’s state news agency TASS. “It is essential to prevent such a scenario, and we are actively engaged in efforts to avert a catastrophe,” he added. He stressed that discussions about the potential outbreak of World War III have become disturbingly routine. Lavrov then targeted leaders of the European Union states and alleged aggression and belligerence in their attitudes. He said, “It’s become almost commonplace to talk about the possibility of World War III. That’s especially alarming given the resurgence of aggressive, belligerent attitudes across Europe. As if two world wars—and countless smaller conflicts over the centuries—weren’t enough for today’s EU leaders.” He, however, emphasised that there were some “positive trends” and praised President Trump for them, and ctiticised the Biden administration’s “neoliberal, hegemonic agenda”. “There are, however, some positive trends. One of them is the emphasis on realism and common sense expressed by the Trump administration, which bases its foreign policy on national interests—both of the United States and of other sovereign nations,” he said. “That’s a key difference from the previous Biden administration, which was entirely consumed by a neoliberal, hegemonic agenda,” Lavrov remarked. Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, and the conflict between the two nations is still continuing, having entered its fourth year. Ukraine said last week that Russian forces have sustained over 1,010,000 casualties—killed and wounded—since the start of the full-scale invasion.

Lavrov stressed that discussions about the potential outbreak of World War III have become disturbingly routine and then targeted leaders of the European Union states while alleging aggression and belligerence in their attitudes.

‘Doomsday Clock’ ticking towards midnight, must avert nuclear catastrophe, warns Russia

US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Jun 25) on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague. Following the meeting, which lasted 50 minutes, Trump said, “I wanted to know how he’s doing,” and said the meeting was “very nice” even though they “had little rough times” in the past. He added that he is “hopeful” that the three-year-long conflict between Russia and Ukraine can be resolved. Meanwhile, Zelensky said on social media that he had a “long and substantive” meeting with the US president. The two leaders discussed how to reach a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, he added.&nbsp;“I think he’d like to see an end to this. I do. I think what I took from the meeting couldn’t have been nicer, actually, but I took from the meeting that he’d like to see it end. I think it’s a great time to end it. I’m going to speak to Vladimir Putin see if we can get it ended,” Trump said.&nbsp;After the meeting, Zelensky posted on X, “I had a long and substantive meeting with President Trump. We covered all the truly important issues. I thank Mr. President, I thank the United States. We discussed how to achieve a ceasefire and a real peace. We spoke about how to protect our people. We appreciate the attention and the readiness to help bring peace closer. Details will follow.”&nbsp;The US president said that the “Ukraine war is more difficult, Putin is difficult, and I had some differences with Zelensky.” Likely referring to the infamous White House showdown when the two leaders got involved in a shouting match in the Oval Office, Trump said, “You know, we had a little rough times sometimes, but he couldn’t have been nicer.”&nbsp;Trump also said that Europe taking more responsibility for its security will help in preventing future disasters like the Russia-Ukraine war. “Europe stepping up to take more responsibility for its security will help prevent future disasters like the horrible situation with Russia and Ukraine, and hopefully we’re going to get that solved,” he said.&nbsp;When asked about comments from Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, whether Russian President Vladimir Putin could have larger territorial ambitions beyond Ukraine, Trump said that it was “possible”. He added, “I know one thing he’d like to settle, he’d like to get out of this thing. It’s a mess for him.” &nbsp;

Likely referring to the infamous White House showdown when the two leaders got involved in a shouting match in the Oval Office, Trump said, “You know, we had a little rough times sometimes, but he couldn’t have been nicer.” 

US President Donald Trump met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Wednesday (Jun 25) on the sidelines of the NATO summit in The Hague. Following the meeting, which lasted 50 minutes, Trump said, “I wanted to know how he’s doing,” and said the meeting was “very nice” even though they “had little rough times” in the past. He added that he is “hopeful” that the three-year-long conflict between Russia and Ukraine can be resolved. Meanwhile, Zelensky said on social media that he had a “long and substantive” meeting with the US president. The two leaders discussed how to reach a ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, he added. “I think he’d like to see an end to this. I do. I think what I took from the meeting couldn’t have been nicer, actually, but I took from the meeting that he’d like to see it end. I think it’s a great time to end it. I’m going to speak to Vladimir Putin see if we can get it ended,” Trump said. After the meeting, Zelensky posted on X, “I had a long and substantive meeting with President Trump. We covered all the truly important issues. I thank Mr. President, I thank the United States. We discussed how to achieve a ceasefire and a real peace. We spoke about how to protect our people. We appreciate the attention and the readiness to help bring peace closer. Details will follow.” The US president said that the “Ukraine war is more difficult, Putin is difficult, and I had some differences with Zelensky.” Likely referring to the infamous White House showdown when the two leaders got involved in a shouting match in the Oval Office, Trump said, “You know, we had a little rough times sometimes, but he couldn’t have been nicer.” Trump also said that Europe taking more responsibility for its security will help in preventing future disasters like the Russia-Ukraine war. “Europe stepping up to take more responsibility for its security will help prevent future disasters like the horrible situation with Russia and Ukraine, and hopefully we’re going to get that solved,” he said. When asked about comments from Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, whether Russian President Vladimir Putin could have larger territorial ambitions beyond Ukraine, Trump said that it was “possible”. He added, “I know one thing he’d like to settle, he’d like to get out of this thing. It’s a mess for him.”

Likely referring to the infamous White House showdown when the two leaders got involved in a shouting match in the Oval Office, Trump said, “You know, we had a little rough times sometimes, but he couldn’t have been nicer.”&nbsp;

‘Putin is difficult’: Trump says after ‘very nice’ meeting with Zelensky at NATO summit

President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will hold fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table. “We’re going to talk to them next week with Iran, we may sign an agreement, I don’t know,” he said. The discussions come as both Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, following intense strikes and retaliations that left the region on edge. Trump claimed that both countries are now “tired” and ready to step away from the battlefield.Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/will-the-us-strike-iran-again-trump-says-it-depends-on-this-one-thing-1750854363174">Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one&nbsp;thing</a><h2>‘They fought very hard and they want to go home’</h2>When asked what gave him confidence that the Israel-Iran war had ended, Trump replied, “I dealt with both, they’re both tired, exhausted. They fought very, very hard and very viciously, very violently, and they were both satisfied to go home and get out.” He added, “Can it start again? I guess someday, it can. It could maybe start soon.”Trump said, “Iran, somewhat, not much, violated the ceasefire. And Israel had the planes going out that morning, and there were a lot of them, 52 of them. And I said, you got to get them back, and they brought them back. They didn’t do anything. They brought them back. It was very good. I thought it was amazing, actually.”Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/did-trump-compare-us-iran-airstrikes-to-hiroshima-nagasaki-us-president-says-essentially-the-same-thing-that-ended-the-war-1750853048970">Did Trump compare US Iran airstrikes to Hiroshima, Nagasaki? US president says it's 'essentially the same thing'</a><h2>‘I don’t see Iran being back in the nuclear business anymore’</h2>“I don’t see them being back involved in the nuclear business anymore,” Trump said. The US has already restarted early contacts with Iran, according to Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special Middle East envoy. Talks have begun just one day after Washington brokered a ceasefire to ease the latest conflict between Iran and Israel.Witkoff said that both sides are reaching out directly and through intermediaries. “The conversations are promising. We’re hopeful. Now it’s time to sit down with the Iranians and get to a comprehensive peace deal,” he told Fox News.<h2>When did US-Iran nuclear talks last take place?</h2>The most recent round of direct nuclear talks between the US and Iran was held in May in Rome. It was the fifth round of negotiations, but failed to produce a breakthrough.Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said after that meeting, “We have just completed one of the most professional rounds of talks… We firmly stated Iran‘s position… The fact that we are now on a reasonable path, in my view, is itself a sign of progress.” Now, with both sides re-engaging and Trump signalling optimism, the US appears ready to push for a longer-term deal, if the fragile calm holds.

When asked what gave him confidence that the Israel-Iran war had ended, Trump replied, “I dealt with both, they’re both tired, exhausted. They fought very, very hard and very viciously, very violently, and they were both satisfied to go home and get out.”

President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday that the United States will hold fresh talks with Iran next week, with a possible nuclear agreement on the table. “We’re going to talk to them next week with Iran, we may sign an agreement, I don’t know,” he said. The discussions come as both Israel and Iran agreed to a ceasefire, following intense strikes and retaliations that left the region on edge. Trump claimed that both countries are now “tired” and ready to step away from the battlefield. Also read: Will the US strike Iran again? Trump says it depends on THIS one thing ‘They fought very hard and they want to go home’ When asked what gave him confidence that the Israel-Iran war had ended, Trump replied, “I dealt with both, they’re both tired, exhausted. They fought very, very hard and very viciously, very violently, and they were both satisfied to go home and get out.” He added, “Can it start again? I guess someday, it can. It could maybe start soon.” Trump said, “Iran, somewhat, not much, violated the ceasefire. And Israel had the planes going out that morning, and there were a lot of them, 52 of them. And I said, you got to get them back, and they brought them back. They didn’t do anything. They brought them back. It was very good. I thought it was amazing, actually.” Also read: Did Trump compare US Iran airstrikes to Hiroshima, Nagasaki? US president says it's 'essentially the same thing' ‘I don’t see Iran being back in the nuclear business anymore’ “I don’t see them being back involved in the nuclear business anymore,” Trump said. The US has already restarted early contacts with Iran, according to Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special Middle East envoy. Talks have begun just one day after Washington brokered a ceasefire to ease the latest conflict between Iran and Israel. Witkoff said that both sides are reaching out directly and through intermediaries. “The conversations are promising. We’re hopeful. Now it’s time to sit down with the Iranians and get to a comprehensive peace deal,” he told Fox News. When did US-Iran nuclear talks last take place? The most recent round of direct nuclear talks between the US and Iran was held in May in Rome. It was the fifth round of negotiations, but failed to produce a breakthrough. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said after that meeting, “We have just completed one of the most professional rounds of talks… We firmly stated Iran‘s position… The fact that we are now on a reasonable path, in my view, is itself a sign of progress.” Now, with both sides re-engaging and Trump signalling optimism, the US appears ready to push for a longer-term deal, if the fragile calm holds.

When asked what gave him confidence that the Israel-Iran war had ended, Trump replied, “I dealt with both, they’re both tired, exhausted. They fought very, very hard and very viciously, very violently, and they were both satisfied to go home and get out.”

US-Iran nuclear talks back on table? Trump says Washington, Tehran 'may sign an agreement' next week

A man impersonating the Supreme Leader of North Korea, Kim Jong Un, was seen protesting outside the ongoing NATO Summit in the Netherlands. The international discussions will focus on a variety of issues, including the Israel-Iran war, the Russia-Ukraine war and others. The talks come a day after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Tehran, bringing the 12-day conflict to an end. Staging a satirical protest, the ‘Kim Jong Un’ lookalike said, “I’m coming to see my good friend Donald Trump.” He added that US President Donald Trump is “on the side of autocracy”, adding that he is here to encourage him and “destroy democracy in Europe.”&nbsp;He was carrying a balloon rocket with text reading ‘Trump’s here to negotiate peace – Putin’s peace’ and ‘Europe, my troops are already in Ukraine, where are yours?’ He said, “Donald Trump is now on the side of autocracy, not democracy. So I’m here to encourage him, here to destroy democracy in Europe.”&nbsp;Responding to a question by a reporter, he said, “Me and him, we’re best buddies. And he will not do anything to me. My missiles reach mainland USA. I can hit Hawaii in a couple of hours, I can hit Guam, and I can hit Los Angeles, and even Mar-a-Lago in Florida. So, Trump really is my friend, but he knows that I’m a man to be feared.”&nbsp;

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&nbsp;NATO Chief Mark Rutte urged allies and industries to do more, better and together, stressing the demand signal NATO is sending to the defence industry. The leaders of the Western defence at the summit in The Hague are set to commit to spending five per cent of national output on defence and related infrastructure.&nbsp;Trump is also set to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on the second day of the Summit. When asked about the meeting, he said, “We’ll discuss his difficulties. He’s got a little difficulty. Zelensky, he’s a nice guy. I mean, I’m going to meet him today.”

‘Kim Jong Un’ impersonator was carrying a balloon rocket with text reading ‘Trump’s here to negotiate peace – Putin’s peace’ and ‘Europe, my troops are already in Ukraine, where are yours?’

A man impersonating the Supreme Leader of North Korea, Kim Jong Un, was seen protesting outside the ongoing NATO Summit in the Netherlands. The international discussions will focus on a variety of issues, including the Israel-Iran war, the Russia-Ukraine war and others. The talks come a day after US President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Tehran, bringing the 12-day conflict to an end. Staging a satirical protest, the ‘Kim Jong Un’ lookalike said, “I’m coming to see my good friend Donald Trump.” He added that US President Donald Trump is “on the side of autocracy”, adding that he is here to encourage him and “destroy democracy in Europe.” He was carrying a balloon rocket with text reading ‘Trump’s here to negotiate peace – Putin’s peace’ and ‘Europe, my troops are already in Ukraine, where are yours?’ He said, “Donald Trump is now on the side of autocracy, not democracy. So I’m here to encourage him, here to destroy democracy in Europe.” Responding to a question by a reporter, he said, “Me and him, we’re best buddies. And he will not do anything to me. My missiles reach mainland USA. I can hit Hawaii in a couple of hours, I can hit Guam, and I can hit Los Angeles, and even Mar-a-Lago in Florida. So, Trump really is my friend, but he knows that I’m a man to be feared.”

‘Kim Jong Un’ impersonator was carrying a balloon rocket with text reading ‘Trump’s here to negotiate peace – Putin’s peace’ and ‘Europe, my troops are already in Ukraine, where are yours?’

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