Trump Warns: ‘Can Destroy China but Want Great Ties’ Amid Tariff Threats on China, 50% Duty Warning for India
Donald Trump warned that the US holds “incredible cards” that could “destroy China,” hinting at 200% tariffs on rare earth magnets. Despite trade tensions, he promised a “great relationship” with Beijing while India faces 50% tariff hikes over Russian oil imports.
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Five Journalists Killed in Israeli Strike on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital: Tragic Mishap or Targeted Attack?
An Israeli airstrike on Gaza’s Nasser Hospital killed at least 20 people, including five journalists working for Reuters, Al Jazeera, Associated Press, and others. Prime Minister Netanyahu called it a “tragic mishap” while media organisations condemned the attack as part of a deadly pattern against press freedom in Gaza.
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Russia Claims Capture of Two More Settlements in Donetsk, Ukraine Reports Counterattack
Russia’s Defence Ministry says its forces have captured two more settlements in Ukraine’s Donetsk region, while Ukraine reports retaking Zelenyi Hai near Dnipropetrovsk. The conflicting claims highlight the intense battles across the eastern front.
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Pentagon Restricts Ukraine’s Use of US Missiles Against Russia Amid Trump’s Frustration Over Peace Talks
The Pentagon has reportedly blocked Ukraine from using US-made ATACMS missiles against targets inside Russia, raising tensions as President Trump struggles to secure peace between Moscow and Kyiv. The Wall Street Journal says Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has final authority over strikes, while Trump weighs sanctions, tariffs, or stepping back from the conflict.
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Pakistan Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar’s Historic Visit to Bangladesh: Talks with BNP, Jamaat, NCP and New Agreements
Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has held landmark talks with Bangladeshi political parties and interim officials during his historic visit to Dhaka, the first in 13 years. The two nations signed six major agreements, launched a “Knowledge Corridor,” and vowed to deepen trade, education, and cultural cooperation while addressing sensitive issues from 1971.
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Pakistan’s Ishaq Dar in Dhaka: Bangladesh Visit Stirs Concerns Over Jamaat Links, India’s Watchful Eye
Pakistan’s Deputy PM Ishaq Dar begins a landmark visit to Bangladesh, meeting political leaders including Jamaat-e-Islami, sparking India’s concerns as Dhaka and Islamabad rebuild ties amid strained India-Bangladesh relations.
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Putin Sees ‘Light at the End of the Tunnel’ in Trump Era as Relations Face Test Over Ukraine War
Russian President Vladimir Putin praised Donald Trump as a "light at the end of the tunnel" for strained Russia-US ties, even as Trump set a two-week deadline for progress on Ukraine peace talks, warning of sanctions if Moscow stalls.
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Canada Eases Retaliatory Tariffs, Matches USMCA Exemptions in Trade Reset with Trump
Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada will drop many retaliatory tariffs to align with US tariff exemptions under USMCA. While most Canadian goods regain tariff-free status, levies remain on autos, steel, and aluminum. The move aims to reset trade talks with President Trump, though critics call it a capitulation.
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Iran, European Powers Set to Resume Nuclear Talks Amid Sanctions Threat
Iran and major European powers will resume nuclear talks next week as the threat of UN sanctions looms. While Europe warns of triggering the “snapback” mechanism, Tehran rejects the move as illegal and blames the West for stalling negotiations.
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South Korea Fired Warning Shots as North Korean Troops Cross Border, and Pyongyang Warned of “Uncontrollable” Tensions
South Korea has fired warning shots after North Korean soldiers briefly crossed the border. Pyongyang called it a “deliberate provocation,” warning of “uncontrollable” tensions as both nations continue military posturing along the heavily fortified DMZ.
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