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Trump continues to push for dialogue, hinting at additional sanctions should Russia resist progress.
Updated : May 17, 2025

'Hopefully it will be...': After failed peace talks, Trump plans Putin-Zelenskyy calls to stop Ukraine war 'bloodbath'

In a post on Truth Social, Trump revealed plans for back-to-back calls aimed at halting the “bloodbath” that he claims is costing over 5,000 lives each week — an initiative he hopes will yield a ceasefire in what he described as a “very violent war.”

Donald Trump meets Ahmed al-Sharaa in the presence of Mohammed bin Salman
Updated : May 15, 2025

Trump meets, poses with Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who had links to Al Qaeda

Photos posted on Saudi state television showed Trump and Sharaa shaking hands in the presence of Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.

US-Saudi Arabia deal: Trump lifts long-standing sanctions on Syria
Updated : May 14, 2025

‘Oh what I do for the crown prince’: Trump lifts long-standing sanctions on Syria, secures $600 bn investment from Saudi Arabia

The US also agreed to sell Saudi Arabia an arms package worth $142 billion, which White House termed the largest "defense cooperation agreement" Washington has ever made.

US-Saudi
Updated : May 13, 2025

'Saudi Arabia to invest $600 bn': White House says as US, SA sign $142 bn defence deal 

The strategic pact, which covers sectors such as energy, defence, and mining, was signed in the presence of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, who warmly welcomed Trump upon his arrival, news agency Reuters reported

The U.S. will suspend 24 percentage points of the April 2 tariffs for 90 days, providing temporary relief for importers.
Updated : May 12, 2025

US cuts tariffs on Chinese goods to 30%, China lowers American levies to 10% in 90-day truce

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized that neither the U.S. nor China want to pursue economic decoupling, as both sides announced key steps to ease tensions.

China’s exports to the U.S. fell 21% in April compared to a year ago, according to official data.
Updated : May 12, 2025

US, China poised for 100%+ tariff reductions? Reports suggest Geneva talks near breakthrough

The Geneva meetings marked the first face-to-face sessions since President Donald Trump imposed tariffs of 145% on Chinese goods earlier this year, prompting Beijing’s 125% countermeasures and strict rare earths export controls.

Donald Trump wants to cut drug prices, follow the 'most favoured nation' policy
Updated : May 12, 2025

Trump to follow ‘most favoured nation’ policy for medicines, cut drug prices

President Donald Trump said the policy would bring fairness to America by equalising drug prices with the lowest prices paid by any nation worldwide.

The stakes are high. Trump has hiked tariffs on Chinese goods to 145%, triggering Chinese retaliation of up to 125% and freezing nearly $600 billion in trade.
Updated : May 11, 2025

US-China trade talks stretch 8 tense hours as Trump touts ‘reset’. Here’s what happened

The talks, held at the Swiss ambassador’s lakeside residence in Cologny, marked the first direct encounter between U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, and Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng since a tit-for-tat tariff war escalated earlier this year.

US President Donald Trump announced a new "self-deportation program," offering free flights to illegal immigrants.
Updated : May 10, 2025

'We want you out of America…': Trump unveils self-deportation plan with free flights, strict warnings for 'illegal aliens'

The move, formalised through an executive order titled Project Homecoming, marks a striking escalation in Trump’s immigration stance as he eyes a return to the White House

The leaders are scheduled to attend the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum on May 13 in Riyadh, which coincides with Trump’s arrival in the kingdom
Updated : May 9, 2025

Donald Trump, Blackrock and Citi CEOs head to Saudi Arabia as Kingdom seeks massive US deals

The visit, part of Trump’s first scheduled trip abroad since returning to power, will also include stops in Qatar and the United Arab Emirates, according to a Bloomberg report.

A proposed 80% levy would represent a significant decrease from the current 145% tariff imposed on numerous Chinese products.
Updated : May 9, 2025

Trump suggests 80% tariff on China ahead of crucial trade talks this weekend

In a social media post on Friday morning, Trump indicated that the decision could be subject to further discussions within his administration by mentioning US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.

India begun a counterattack on Pakistan following a series of attempted drone and missile strikes that were thwarted by the Indian defence system on May 8.
Updated : May 9, 2025

‘None of our business...’: JD Vance says India-Pakistan conflict has nothing to do with America 

"Our hope and our expectation is that this is not going to spiral into a broader regional war or, God forbid, a nuclear conflict. We are worried about these things. The job of the cooler heads in India and Pakistan is to make sure that this doesn't become a nuclear war," said Vance.

US intends to maintain a 10% base tariff as a component of its proposed trade deal with the United Kingdom.
Updated : May 8, 2025

US-UK deal: Donald Trump announces UK trade pact with reduced barriers, new 10% car tariff

According to the details, the agreement entails the United Kingdom reducing non-tariff barriers on various U.S. products, such as beef, ethanol fuel, machinery, and chemicals. The baseline tariff of 10%, which has been imposed on numerous countries by Trump, will remain in effect.

donald trump uk pm keir starmer russia ukraine war viral video joke
Updated : May 8, 2025

US-UK trade deal: UK can send 100,000 cars into US, pay a 10% tariff, says US Comm Secy

Speaking from the Oval Office during President Donald Trump's press briefing on the deal, Lutnick said the agreement would generate significant benefits for American exporters.

Founded in 2000 by Bill Gates and Melinda French Gates, the foundation has spent more than $100 billion in 25 years
Updated : May 8, 2025

Bill Gates is giving it all away: 99% of his fortune pledged, foundation to wind down in 20 years

The pledge ranks among the largest philanthropic commitments in history, surpassing those of iconic industrialists like John D. Rockefeller and Andrew Carnegie when adjusted for inflation.

donald trump uk pm keir starmer russia ukraine war viral video joke
Updated : May 8, 2025

'Full and comprehensive one': Donald Trump confirms trade pact with UK; details yet to come

US President Donald Trump announced a trade pact with the UK, aiming to reduce tariffs, boost confidence, and strengthen bilateral ties.

Lahore
Updated : May 8, 2025

'Leave the country or take shelter': US consulate tells its citizens in Lahore after air defence system neutralised

In a directive issued on Tuesday, the consulate instructed its personnel to shelter in place and urged US nationals to either avoid travel to Lahore, leave the city, or find secure shelter immediately

Donald Trump to announce major trade deal with a "big, respected country"
Updated : May 8, 2025

India-US trade deal finalised? Trump to announce deal with ‘big, highly respected country’

While the US has not revealed the name of the country, US President Donald Trump's announcement comes after he said India has agreed to drop its high tariffs to nothing.

EU faces challenges from U.S. tariffs, including 25% levy on steel, aluminium, and cars, plus "reciprocal" tariffs of 10% on other goods.
Updated : May 7, 2025

EU proposes tariffs on Boeing jets amid trade negotiations with US: Report

EU plans to impose tariffs on Boeing jets if trade talks with the US falter, aiming to include civilian aircraft on a $100 billion list of targeted imports. This move hinges on approval by EU member states and aims to counter existing US tariffs.

Trump administration has frozen future grants to Harvard
Updated : May 6, 2025

Trump administration freezes future grants to Harvard

The US Department of Education halts future grants to Harvard University, enforcing Trump administration's demands on antisemitism and race policies, affecting billions in research funding.

His comments come on the heels of a volatile month in trade policy.
Updated : May 5, 2025

17 countries, excluding China, have put forward 'very good trade proposals': US Treasury Secretary

“In a perfect world, this would all result in very low tariffs between the US and the world,” Scott Bessent said. “But you have to have a great deal of faith to make that call at this point.”

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