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US President Donald Trump
Updated : Jun 21, 2026

Now, Trump is talking of Hormuz tolls if US-Iran deal collapses. What's his proposal?

Iran has closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to what Tehran described as Israeli violations of the Lebanon ceasefire

The public dispute intensified on June 20, when Trump renewed his criticism of Meloni and linked the photograph dispute to her refusal to support the US-led military campaign against Iran.
Updated : Jun 20, 2026

'Being your friend didn't help...', Meloni fires back at Trump's G7 photo row

Meloni's fuller response came after Trump posted a lengthy message on Truth Social, accusing her of trying to repair relations with Washington after she had earlier rejected his claim that she had "begged" him for a photograph.

The move directly threatens a fragile US-Iran peace arrangement reached earlier this month.
Updated : Jun 20, 2026

Hormuz closed again: Iran cites ceasefire violations. Will crude price spike?

While Iran claims the violations justify retaliatory measures, the US has downplayed reports of a complete blockade, stating that maritime traffic continues to move and diplomatic channels remain active. 

Trump also criticised Italy for refusing to allow the United States to use Italian airfields and runways during military operations, calling it "a great logistical inconvenience."
Updated : Jun 20, 2026

'Meloni asked over and over...': Trump mocks Italy PM, claims she wants ties restored

In a lengthy post on Truth Social on June 20, Trump renewed his criticism of Meloni over her refusal to support the US-led military campaign against Iran.

A crippling water shortage has gripped nearly one-third of Pakistan's population across the agricultural heartlands of Sindh and Balochistan.
Updated : Jun 20, 2026

'Moment we feel...': Pak defence minister issues war threat to India over Indus waters

Speaking during an ARY News interview, Asif said the government was closely monitoring alleged violations and would consider the option of war if it found material evidence that India was moving at an “alarming speed” towards disrupting water supplies.  

The violence in Lebanon also forced the postponement of planned US-Iran talks in Switzerland that were seen as crucial to advancing negotiations on Iran's nuclear programme and the future of the Strait of Hormuz.
Updated : Jun 20, 2026

'You gotta calm down sometimes and...': Trump claims he urged Israel to agree to Hezbollah ceasefire

Donald Trump said he urged Israel to accept a ceasefire with Hezbollah after violence in Lebanon escalated. The truce eased immediate fears of a wider conflict but left US-Iran diplomacy under pressure.

The pressure follows the strong performance of Andy Burnham in the Makerfield by-election, a result that has emboldened critics of Starmer’s leadership and sparked fresh debate about Labour’s future direction.
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

UK PM Keir Starmer faces pressure for ‘orderly exit’ as succession talks gather pace: Report

Despite the speculation, Starmer has signalled he has no intention of stepping aside voluntarily. As per report, he is prepared to fight any leadership challenge, arguing that a contested battle could destabilise both the government and the Labour Party at a critical political moment.

Trump's comments also appear to contradict expectations that the agreement could eventually pave the way for sanctions relief and economic support for Iran. 
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

'We’ll play out the 60 days...': Trump doubles down on Iran deal amid Israeli criticism

The Trump admin originally presented the agreement as a pathway to prevent a wider West Asia war and stabilise global energy markets after months of disruptions. Negotiations were expected to continue in Switzerland, though follow-up talks have since been postponed amid growing political tensions. 

South Korea's government has already taken several steps aimed at lowering tensions, including easing border restrictions and pursuing measures designed to improve inter-Korean relations.
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

Trump wants to focus on North Korea after Iran deal, says South Korean president

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung has argued that despite years of international pressure, North Korea has continued to advance its nuclear weapons and missile capabilities, making a purely sanctions-based strategy increasingly ineffective. 

The clash marks a notable shift in relations between Trump and Meloni, who were previously viewed as ideological allies.
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

‘I never beg...’: Meloni slams Trump’s claims, defends Italy’s dignity

Senior Italian officials also criticised the remarks, warning that such statements risk undermining relations between two long-standing allies at a time of growing geopolitical uncertainty. 

The controversy began during an interview broadcast today morning on Italy's La7 network.
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

'Meloni begged for a...': Donald Trump kicks off major controversy from G7 Summit

The fallout immediately escalated into a broader diplomatic dispute. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani canceled a scheduled weekend trip to the United States, publicly condemning the comments as an insult to the nation.

Hormuz
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

Iran waives Strait of Hormuz fees during 60-day negotiation period with US

Iran has waived planned transit fees for ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz during a 60-day negotiation period under a new agreement with the United States. The move is aimed at ensuring uninterrupted maritime traffic through one of the world's most critical oil shipping routes.

The friction began when Vance publicly reminded Israeli critics attacking a US-brokered deal with Iran that American taxpayers heavily subsidise Israel's defense.
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

‘RETURNS’: Former Army officer reminds US what it gets from billions sent to Israel

Under current agreements, all Foreign Military Financing provided to Israel must be spent entirely within the United States by 2028. No other major recipient of American military assistance operates under a similar arrangement, he pointed out.

Pentagon hands $80 billion bill for Iran war, other defence needs
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

Pentagon says it need $80 billion to foot Iran war, other defence bills

Defence Department officials said the military services could run out of money for operations this summer unless Congress passes a new wartime spending bill.

Whistleblowers, classified docs and Wuhan funding: Gabbard's explosive parting shot at Fauci
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

Fauci funded Wuhan research, misled US intelligence on COVID: Tulsi Gabbard releases 'never-before-seen' classified docs

Tulsi Gabbard, on her final day as Director of National Intelligence, alleged Anthony Fauci funded dangerous gain-of-function research at the Wuhan Institute of Virology, manipulated intelligence assessments on COVID-19's origins, and lied to Congress while under oath in 2024

Donald Trump said there's no limits to his power after US-Iran deal
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

There’s a lesson there but I haven’t learnt it: Trump on the limits to his power amid Iran deal

US-Iran peace deal: Trump acknowledged that he signed the deal to prevent the war from snowballing into a global economic depression.

Mojtaba Khamenei says Donald Trump was desperate to sign the peace deal
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

Donald Trump made the deal with Iran ‘out of desperation’, says Mojtaba Khamenei

US-Iran peace deal: Khamenei said he had approved the deal despite having a "different view" after receiving assurances from Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that he would "protect the rights of the Iranian nation".

Strait of Hormuz reopens for business: Iran and US take parallel steps under 60-day framework
Updated : Jun 19, 2026

Iran waives Hormuz transit fees for 60 days as US ends naval blockade under new MoU framework

The fee waiver does not mean open access without conditions. Vessels wishing to use the strait must still obtain approval from the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, and ships are required to follow designated transit corridors and allocated schedules

A World Economic Forum report highlights a growing disconnect between investment volumes and actual transition readiness, which declined for the first time in more than a decade. 
Updated : Jun 18, 2026

Why the world's clean energy transition is slowing despite gains in India & China

The findings come against the backdrop of escalating geopolitical risks, including recent disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical energy chokepoints.

Kyiv has increasingly focused on Russian energy infrastructure in recent months, viewing such facilities as critical to Moscow's war effort.
Updated : Jun 18, 2026

Ukraine hits Moscow: Largest-ever drone assault strikes key oil refinery. Watch

The attack was part of a much wider Ukrainian drone campaign across Russian territory. Russia's Defence Ministry said nearly 1,000 drones were intercepted overnight across various regions, including areas near the Sea of Azov, indicating the scale of the operation.

Saudi Arabia is far from the only Gulf country navigating this geographical quirk. The United Arab Emirates and Qatar similarly rely on graded construction sand imports.
Updated : Jun 18, 2026

Sand, sand everywhere but not a grain to...: The paradox behind Saudi imports from Australia

As the kingdom aggressively erects futuristic skyscrapers, tourist hubs, and industrial cities under its multi-billion-dollar Vision 2030 development programme, builders are looking past their own endless borders to secure a fundamental ingredient for concrete.

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